Sony RCD-W3 Single Deck Playback – See Description
$45.00
Sold as-is, and here is why: the left tray’s laser has failed, so it will not record and will not play from that side. The right tray still plays CD, CD-R and CD-RW, and the digital outputs, analogue outputs and headphone jack with level control all work. That makes it a working CD player, a repair project, or parts. No returns, no warranty.
1 in stock
Sony RCD-W3 Dual-Tray CD Recorder – As-Is, Left Tray Laser Failed, Right Tray Playback Working
The Sony RCD-W3 is a legendary dual-tray CD recorder from 2002 featuring innovative dual mechanisms for high-speed copying and recording. This unit is sold as-is: the left tray laser has failed (recording unavailable), but the right tray remains fully functional for playback of CD, CD-R, and CD-RW discs.
What Works:
✅ Right tray playback (all CD formats)
✅ Digital and analog outputs
✅ Headphone output with level control
What Doesn’t:
❌ Left tray laser failed – no recording or left-tray playback
Potential Uses:
Basic CD player (right tray only)
Restoration/repair project for technically-inclined enthusiasts
Parts machine or collector piece
Key Specs:
Dual-tray design – Independent playback/record mechanisms
Format Support: CD, CD-R, CD-RW (playback via right tray)
Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz (±0.5dB)
S/N Ratio: 100dB
Optical & RCA connections
Year: 2002
Summary:
A capable CD playback device with the right tray fully functional. Suitable for budget-conscious buyers, restorers, or collectors of CD recorder history.
Sold As-Is – No Returns/Warranty
Asking $45
| Weight | 10.1 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 21 × 19 × 9 in |
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