The quality of music on the go shouldn’t suffer. Perhaps this very concept is why the Sony DMP-Z1 Signature Series Digital Music Player was born. In every possible version of the phrase, the Sony DMP-Z1 is truly a beast.
It features DSD native playback up to 11.2MHz and PCM playback up to 384kHz / 32-bit. For those of you who don’t speak audiophile, the latter figures simply mean that the Sony DMP-Z1 produces the most accurate sound possible.
It also features both 4.4mm and 3.5mm headphone jacks, a built-in headphone amp, isolated circuit board, vinyl processor, and gold-plated volume control. In case you wanted to avoid bringing extra paraphernalia with you, the Sony DMP-Z1 conveniently stores up to 256GB and has the added benefit of a 10 hour battery life.
Now that you’re captivated by the Sony DMP-Z1, get ready to look in the couch cushions for some spare change. With a price tag of approximately $7,900 USD, the Sony DMP-Z1 is simultaneously an audiophile’s best dream and worst nightmare.