NW-A306 Walkman A Series Hi-Res Digital Music Player
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$348.00
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Web ID: 181444691 month ago
Worst music player in my lifetime
I purchased this music player intending to replace my current NW-A55, which has been experiencing multiple issues. Unfortunately, I found this model to be a significant downgrade in terms of performance and audio quality. The sound quality is extremely disappointing, and the equalizer settings offer little to no improvement. I’ve read online that earlier versions of the Android software had issues with weak bass, and while Sony has stated that this was addressed with the Android 13 update, I personally notice no difference. The bass remains flat and underwhelming, and the overall audio experience falls far short of expectations—especially considering the price point. My older models NW-45 and NW-55 were so much better. I am very dissatisfied with this purchase and that I would like to request a refund. Till I find a much better music player, I’ve reverted to using my old NW-A45 until I can find a suitable replacement.
Customer review from sony.com
2 months ago
Sony NW-A306.
The sound quality was excellent. Easy to use. The only downside was the length of time it takes to boot up. Is full Andriod OS really neccesary?
Recommends this product
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Sony support team2 months ago
Hi, Thank you for your feedback. We're happy to hear that you are enjoying the sound quality of your NW-A306. Yet, we're sorry to learn that you're facing difficulties with the boot up time. If you are experiencing extended boot-up times, make sure to follow the steps below: 1- Update the software here: https://cutt.ly/Yrlzobx8 2- Restart your NW-A306 following the steps here: https://cutt.ly/CrlzLIll 3- Perform a factory reset by following the steps here: https://cutt.ly/GrlzfKPy 4- You can format a microSD card on the player following the steps here: https://cutt.ly/JrlzZWgz Moreover, if you need any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us using the details here: https://cutt.ly/heoRCkdW Nadine @Sony Support UK
2 months ago
not perfect, but really like this player
happily using with no google account. i've installed some apks using my sandisk 256GB card, including media monkey. but the preinstalled sony app is nice to use, simple, and has a great shuffle algorithm, if you prefer it. i love the direct sound, it's like hearing my music for the first time... even though most of it is high-quality formats or cds, i wasn't hearing it as great as it really sounds, because i'm mostly using a computer instead of a stereo, and i don't have a huge budget or a lot of knowledge. i feel like android is bulky for me and would buy a player without it, but you can make it pretty unobtrusive. also this thing needs the ability to put a strap or leash, i didn't see one offered here, but it's a slippery lil thing and it will jump out of your pockets if you're not careful.
Recommends this product
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Response from sony.com
Fred2 months ago
Hello BTH8, Thank you for choosing Sony! We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying your NWA306-B and that the preinstalled Sony app is enhancing your listening experience. We appreciate your insights about the need for a strap or leash feature, as well as your thoughts on the Android interface. Your comments are invaluable to us, and we will definitely take them into consideration for future updates and improvements. Best regards, -Fred
2 months ago
Perfect on the go music player-Portable
I bought this a while ago and it works perfectly; it is one of the best products for people who want to enjoy music on the go without the distractions of a phone. Although it can does have messaging apps like WhatsApp it will require network connection to work. The sound quality is amazing, nothing like listening to music on your phone. It can enhance sound quality and you can play around with it to suit your preferences. Even the size is perfect for your pocket. So far i love this product by Sony and looking forward to listening music on this more
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3 months ago
is smaller than appears in adverts!
it packs a lot of features , not sure if google is needed , its compact size makes using touch screen tricky (with big hands), side buttons great ,the sony music software on pc/laptop v good . sound on sony headphones good (bought separately) generally a good replacement for a ageing I pod
Recommends this product
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Sony support team3 months ago
Hi, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad that you are happy with the features and the sound of your NW-A306. We hope you continue to enjoy it for years to come. Having Google integration can be handy, as you can access Google Play and install music apps on the player. You can enjoy music streaming services on the player: https://cutt.ly/ursZK2OX Regarding the compact size, we appreciate your insights on potential improvements for future models, as we're always working to develop our devices to what suits your needs. Furthermore, we will share your feedback with the concerned team for future consideration. If you need further assistance in the future, you can contact us using this link: https://cutt.ly/leABWCVc Ahmed @Sony Support UK
3 months ago
Brilliant
Love my tiny mighty mp3 / dac player ,sounds superb with wired or blue tooth ear pods / ear phones. Blue tooth to my hifi is brilliant. Great value.
Recommends this product
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3 months ago
BRILLIAN
I bought this four days ago , after a few days I was able to operate this fully. It,s more than an excellent music player. The sound is fantastic, its a small piece of equipment with a large amount of functions without being over complicated .
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Response from sony.com
Sony support team3 months ago
Hi, Thank you for your feedback. We are happy to hear that you are enjoying your NW-A306, and happy with the quality we always aim to deliver! We hope you continue to enjoy it for years to come! Moreover, if you need any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us using the details here: https://cutt.ly/heoRCkdW Menna @Sony Support UK
4 months ago
good sound
this music player has good sound , with lots of ways to alter it to what you prefer but the touch screen is a bit hit nand miss needs work to make it more reliable.
Recommends this product
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Response from sony.com
Sony Support Team4 months ago
Hi, Thank you for your review, We are glad that you are happy with the sound quality of your NW-A306. We hope you continue to enjoy them for years to come. Furthermore, we appreciate your feedback regarding the screen; we are glad to hear from our customers and are always working to develop our products to what suits your needs. Rest assured that we've raised it with the concerned team for future consideration. If you need further assistance in the future, you can contact us using this link: https://cutt.ly/leABWCVc Omar @Sony Support UK