Key Takeaways
1. Maxell Japan has launched the MXCP-P100S, a portable cassette player tapping into the retro music trend.
2. The MXCP-P100S supports Normal Type-I cassette tapes up to 90 minutes long and features a brass flywheel for stable sound quality.
3. The player offers various listening options, including wired headphones, Bluetooth headphones, speakers, and an integrated speaker.
4. It has a compact size (122 × 91 × 45 mm) and weighs 235 g, with a convenient clip for portability.
5. The MXCP-P100S is expected to retail around $100 and will be available on August 20, 2025, in black and white options.
Maxell Japan has introduced the MXCP-P100S, a portable cassette player designed to cater to the growing interest in retro music gadgets.
The Rise and Fall of Cassettes
Analog cassette tapes made their debut in 1963, offering a more compact choice compared to large vinyl records. However, true portability came with the 1979 launch of the Sony Walkman TPS-L2. After the CD player hit the market in 1982, cassette sales plummeted, and by 2010, even Sony had stopped making cassette players. Recently, there’s been a resurgence of interest in analog formats, leading to a renewed demand for both vinyl and cassette tapes.
Features of the MXCP-P100S
The MXCP-P100S is compatible with Normal Type-I tapes that are 90 minutes or shorter. To ensure stable sound quality during playback, Maxell has included a brass flywheel. Users can listen through wired headphones, wireless Bluetooth headphones, speakers, or the integrated 500 mW speaker. The playback duration varies: up to 9.0 hours with wired headphones, 7.0 hours with Bluetooth headphones, and 6.5 hours using the built-in speaker. The rechargeable battery takes 2.0 hours to fully charge with a 5V 1.5A USB Type-C power source.
Dimensions and Availability
With dimensions of 122 × 91 × 45 mm (4.8 x 3.6 x 1.8 in.) and a weight of 235 g (8.3 oz.), this player is compact and lightweight, making it easy to carry around. A clip is included on the back for added convenience.
Although the exact price has yet to be revealed, it is expected to be around $100. The MXCP-P100S will become available on August 20, 2025, in both black (MXCP-P100SBK) and white (MXCP-P100SWH) on Maxell’s official website. For those interested in music to playback, the Guardians of the Galaxy cassette might be a fun option, available here on Amazon US.
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