Multiple Cassette Mechanisms Being Made After All

Tanishin makes a tape mechanism, but VWestlife found three separate mechanisms in new handheld players, including slot-loading and flip-loading decks. These differences may be worth considering when buying a new walkman. The mechanism's quality doesn't significantly impact sound quality, as other factors like motor and preamps contribute more to noise and poor sound. VWestlife's teardowns help buyers pick the right player for their needs. The new players are not necessarily worse than the original Sony Walkman.