For sale a well preserved all-original 1st gen Sony WM-D6C (the grail). Periodically professionally serviced (last around 2023).

Includes an original box (the real one with a matching serial), inserts and bags, leather case (no strap, it is lost).

1st-Gen "Pointy" Amorphous Head: Early-production head. Clean surface with zero flat spots or wear grooves.

Low Serial (66xxx - full serial is available both on the box and the unit): Early batch with the original through-hole board layout. No board modifications, no op-amp swaps, and no component hacks. Playback, record, fast-forward, rewind, pitch control, VU meter, and Dolby B/C all tested and operating properly. No low hum during playback (common issue). Driven strictly on batteries, since I never had a power supply for it. Battery compartment is clean with zero corrosion.

• Private Sale Disclaimer: This is a private sale. Due to the 40+ year age of vintage analog electronics, the unit is described as accurately as possible and sold as-is. Minor cosmetic marks, natural age-related character, or minor mechanical variances typical of vintage electronics and mechanics are to be expected and do not constitute defects. All warranties, guarantees, and rights of return are explicitly excluded to the fullest extent permitted by law.
• Shipping & Transit Risk: Shipped fully insured via tracked courier with signature required. Risk of loss or damage during transport passes to the buyer upon handover to the carrier. The seller assumes no liability for damage incurred during shipping unless formally acknowledged and covered under the shipping carrier’s insurance claim process.
• Approved Couriers & Destination Clause: Shipping is available strictly to destinations serviced directly by UPS or DHL Express with full declared-value insurance. No standard/regular postal services (e.g., national post/postal unions) under any circumstances due to the high risk of loss, damage, or inadequate transit handling. Please, check availability of UPS/DHL in your country before purchasing. Exact shipping cost to your location is possible on request.

Serious buyers only. Video of the unit available on request prior to purchase.