This came to Sonicsense from our distributor:
To All-
Please be aware that one of the Sony factories in Japan, after taking a look at worldwide demand, has shutdown without advanced notice to Sony US, production of the CDRW33, CDRW66, PCMR300 and PCMR700. The PCM R500 will stay in the line until further notice and sales for this piece have been brisk. Sorry to be the bearer of this discontinuation news. FCM is researching Sony's selection of Consumer crossover units to see if we can find any units that meet the specifications of the discontinued W33 and R300. Will keep you abreast if we find any.
get 'em now, before they're gone.
jr