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Are digital recorders good? I see there's 4 models from Olympus, VN-4100PC, VN-3100PC,
VN-2100PC and VN-1100PC with Microphone jack φ3.5mm (impedance 2kΩ).
Or what should it be?

I'm using a WS-320M (olympus) and the results are pretty good. Of course, conecting an external mic (aiwa CM-TM22) to improve the sound captures.

Just bought a Sony P620. It's actually pretty good and I bought it for the extended record time of ~150 hrs on it's 512MB of internal flash. Unfortunately, the battery life per the manual is only ~24hrs if continiously recording.

Any thoughts on extending the battery life or special batteries? Digital cam batteries an option?

I am partial to MP3 players w/ recording function due to their very small size (about the size of a lighter). The downside is that they have no external input jack. I think there was a thread on this before.. but some things to look at when considering a recorder:

- size
- quality of sound
- quality of microphone/ability of microphone to pick up faint/distant sounds (especially if built in)
- record time available (not so much a factor these days with 1-2 gig recorders)
- battery life in the device (amount of time you can record till batteries die)
- ease of file transfer (usb or external output jack)
- color (mainly aestetic, but if you will be making covert recordings, could be an option)
- price (if you will be leaving it for recordings may not want a pricey recorder)

Depending on your use/preferences, the order of importance will differ. My prefs are:

1 - size
2 - price
3 - quality of microphone
4 - battery life in the device
5 - record time available
6 - quality of sound
7 - All the rest

Well Mark, my prefs are different but thanks for another quality report.

24hrs of battery life is a great value. If you need more, you might consider a power line solution.

Thanks Yeppie. I'll research and keep everyone posted. Cheers.

which digital voice recorder (mp3) can you recommend for me (max. 100€). you know for which purpose i need it that means it should be not too big. the display light should be able to be put off.

RP wrote:Are digital recorders good? I see there's 4 models from Olympus, VN-4100PC, VN-3100PC,
VN-2100PC and VN-1100PC with Microphone jack φ3.5mm (impedance 2kΩ).
Or what should it be?

These models all seem to be outdated (already archived).

I would recommend the Olympus DM 550, but I don't know if it's available worldwide. The two build in microphones do a pretty good job, but there's also a possibilty to connect an external mic.

regards
- jh

I just bought the Olympus - LS3 via amazon. its not too expensive but already on the profesional side, 160euro. The LS serie is the top series of olympus.

"With the Olympus LS-3 you can have it all: Superb sound quality, smooth operation and a durable, take-me-anywhere design concept that fits in literally every pocket. Despite its minimal weight - just 90g with batteries - and its incredibly small size, you’ll find many examples of advanced sound engineering: Awesome superior-to-CD quality sound due to the 24bit/96kHz PCM format, two directional microphones with 90° orientation for most natural stereo recording, plus an omni-directional centre microphone capable of capturing lower bass ranges with stunning clarity. If it’s a bit hectic you will love the pre-recording option, which enables you to start recording up to 2 seconds before you press the recording button. The built-in 4GB memory enables, for instance, 65 hours of recording time in popular mp3 format (128 kbps). If that’s still not enough you can extend the recording capacity using the microSD(HC) card slot. Furthermore, the LS-3 comes with rechargeable Ni-MH batteries and an internal USB charging function ideal for people on the move. Whether you’re a musician looking to record practice sessions, shows or song ideas, a nature enthusiast with a passion for capturing bird songs, a journalist, choir or theatre director, or simply anyone who demands exceptionally clear, crisp sound, the pocket-sized LS-3 is must-have gear."

http://www.olympus.co.uk/site/en/a/audi ... index.html