Sony NW-A306

18 GB
Price in EUR including VAT
34Ratings
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Test reportsVery good based on 2 tests
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Enjoy music as intended by the artist – even in a compact format. This stylish and compact music player offers you high sound quality, allowing you to download and play your favorite music anytime. Fully Wi-Fi compatible, with a long battery life and a sleek design, you can listen to music anywhere.

Designed for discerning listeners. With various codecs and sound processing technologies that enable you to experience your music in many ways, you can enjoy a higher sound quality.

Longer battery life. With a longer battery life compared to the previous model, you can dive even deeper into your music – with over 36 hours of playback at 44.1 kHz FLAC, up to 32 hours of high-resolution audio playback at 96 kHz FLAC, or even up to 26 hours using a music service app.

Wi-Fi compatible for direct downloading and music playback. The NW-A306 with Android is Wi-Fi compatible, opening doors to new worlds while listening to music. Use your streaming and music apps directly on your Walkman or connect it to a PC to access your music collection.

Fully portable. This beautifully designed device is lightweight and fits perfectly in your pocket, allowing you to take your music with you wherever you go.

Key specifications

Battery life (audio)
26 h
Audio formats
AAC, AIFF, APE, DSD, FLAC, HE-AAC, MP3 VBR, MQA, WAV, WMA
Item number
35505267

General information

Manufacturer
Sony
Category
MP3 + Portable Audio Player
Manufacturer no.
NWA306L.CEW
Release date
17-5-2023

Colour

Colour
Blue
Exact colour description
Blue

MP3 + Media player properties

Player type
High-end media player
Media player connections
USB-C
Media Player Equipment
integrated card reader, Touch screen

Audio properties

Frequency range
20 - 40000 Hz

Data storage properties

Data storage type
Memory card
Storage capacity
18 GB
Max. memory extension
32 GB
Memory card type
microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC

Wireless transmission

Wireless transmission
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi 1 / 802.11b, Wi-Fi 2 / 802.11a, Wi-Fi 3 / 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 / 802.11n, Wi-Fi 5 / 802.11ac
Bluetooth version
5.0
Bluetooth profiles
A2DP, AAC, AVRCP, LDAC, OPP, SBC, SPP

Supported formats

Audio formats
AAC, AIFF, APE, DSD, FLAC, HE-AAC, MP3 VBR, MQA, WAV, WMA

Display properties

Display size (inches)
3.60"
Screen technology
LED
Image resolution
1280 x 720 pixels

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
Battery life (audio)
26 h

Battery properties

Battery type
Li-ion
Charging time
3.50 h

Origin

Country of origin
China

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100, SBTi

Voluntary climate contribution

Manufacturer compensation
According to RE100, the manufacturer Sony fully compensates for its energy consumption, leading to a reduction in emissions.
CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
USB Type-A to USB Type-C cable

Product dimensions

Length
11.80 mm
Width
56.50 mm
Height
98.40 mm
Weight
113 g

Package dimensions

Length
14.60 cm
Width
9.30 cm
Height
4.30 cm
Weight
226 g

Legal Notice

Product Safety

14-day cancellation right
30-day right of returnReturn policy
24 Months Statutory warrantyGuarantee provisions

Reviews & Ratings

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Overall ratingVery good86/100
Good77/100
Rank 4 out of 4Audio & StereoplayHiRes-Player im TestReleaseAugust 2024

Overall, the small Sony has a lot to offer: The latest Android operating system with a huge selection of apps, such as for music services, Roon and DLNA access, ensures this. The player also scores highly in terms of sound, but preferably with high-efficiency headphones. The long battery life of over 30 hours is a top feature...

Very good94/100
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Computer BildSingle testReleaseJune 2023
  • PositiveClass sound
  • PositiveLarge selection of sources
  • PositiveBluetooth
  • PositiveUSB-C& jack
  • NegativeOperating system slow and error-prone

The Sony NW-A306 is a first-class Walkman that plays music from all kinds of sources: Whether music from the Internet, locally from the built-in memory or from a microSD card - everything is possible. The look and feel are top-notch, as is the playback quality. With the right cable headphones, nothing stands in the way of enjoying Hi-Res music...