Sony RCD-W1 Dual Transport CD Player/Recorder

At a Glance

The RCD‑W1 is a dual‑tray consumer CD recorder ca 2003 capable of disc‑to‑disc copying and straightforward recording from external sources. It features separate playback and record decks, supports up to 4× high‑speed dubbing, and uses a 24‑bit digital‑to‑analog converter paired with a 20‑bit analog‑to‑digital converter to deliver respectable audio quality for its era. The unit accepts analog and optical digital inputs, offers one‑touch synchro recording, and allows each tray to operate independently for flexible playback. Like most consumer‑grade standalone recorders of its time, it requires Music‑grade CD‑R/CD‑RW media, which contain the SCMS licensing bit. Its fluorescent display, program modes, headphone output with level control, and generally solid Sony build make it a practical tool for archiving vinyl or tape, creating custom mixes, or duplicating discs without a computer. This is a very cool and rather rare item.Read More