Digital recorders

Convert an iPod into a stereo recorder

Review: With the Alesis ProTrack Handheld Stereo Recorder for iPod record in the palm of you hand. Record stereo audio directly to your iPod with ProTrack. Capture live sound on your iPod anywhere and anytime without a single cable and with one hand free. Just dock your iPod and cover it with the protective clear shield and you're ready to roll. You can record detailed, 16bit/44.1 kHz or 22 kHz stereo digital audio without connecting any additional equipment using ProTrack's onboard pair of cardioid condenser microphones. The on-board mics are fixed in XY configuration for optimal stereo imaging. The ProTrack also has a pair of combo XLR-1/4" inputs enabling you to connect any professional sound source, including condenser and dynamic microphones and mixer outputs. Whether you are running on plug-in or battery power, the ProTrack supplies 48V phantom power to its inputs for operation with external condenser microphones. The ProTrack has LED-level metering for instant visual indication, even in a dark club. You can monitor or play back recordings on the 1/8" stereo-headphone output. Controls for phantom power, limiter, and volume are easy to access.

The ProTrack records on 4 AAA batteries or AC power using the included adapter. A 1/4"-20 threaded mounting point enables you to mount ProTrack on a mic stand with the optional ProTrack Adapter, on a table with the optional ProTrack Tripod table stand, or on a camera tripod for hands-free tracking. The ProTrack automatically dates and time-stamps files so it's easy to identify which track was the recording of the acoustic-guitar folk duo last Tuesday at happy hour, and which was the flailing hard-rock drummer from Friday night. Furthermore, speaking of that percussive dynamo, you'll appreciate the ProTrack's switchable limiter which ensures that your recordings are distortion-free. ProTrack is the most convenient way to capture sound effects, recitals, jam sessions, speeches, interviews, rehearsals, performances, meetings, lectures, notes-to-self, and anything else you can thing of, directly to your iPod.

The ProTrack records to iPod Classic 7th and 6th generation, 5th-generation iPod, 3rd and 2nd-generation iPod nano, 2nd-generation iPod Touch, and iPod nano-chromatic. Sleds are not included for nano-chromatic and nano 2G.

Compact, portable multitrack/ field recorder and trainer bundled with music recording software

Review: Small enough to fit in your pocket, the Micro BR BR80 is the ultimate new portable recording and jam-along tool for guitarists and other musicians. It's equipped with three modes to create, record, and perform your music: an eight-track MTR (Multi-Track Recorder) mode; an eBand mode for onstage backing tracks and phrase training; and a Live Rec mode for instantly capturing high-quality stereo recordings. You can even combine the three modes seamlessly. Record your phrase ideas using Live Rec mode, for example, and then import the recordings into MTR mode to use as foundations for song production. Once you've added tracks, import your finished songs into eBand mode for backing-track accompaniment at the gig. The BR-80 portable pocket studio is truly a must-have for all musicians!

Dual track looper with twin pedals

Review: Boss celebrate the 10th anniversary of the loop station with an exciting new lineup of RC series loopers. First out of the gate is the RC-30, a twin pedal multi-track looper with 2 synchronized stereo tracks and built-in loop effects.

You can plug in your instrument of choice, or even a microphone; an XLR input is provided, complete with phantom power. Record for up to 3 hours direct to internal memory, adding effects as you go. The USB 2.0 port lets you save your loops externally and import/export WAV files.

The RC-30 loop station features a range of creative onboard effects, including bend down, step phaser, sweep filter, tempo delay and lo-fi. Dunk your loops in cool effects without the cost and hassle of adding external gear.

You can connect the RC-30 to your computer via a standard USB cable, and back up your RC-30 phrases to your computer for safekeeping. You can also load WAV files from your computer directly into the RC-30. The RC-30 accepts 16bit/44.1 kHz WAV files of up to 1.7 GB in size.

In addition to recording your instrument performances and turning them into playable loops, you can record other external stereo audio sources via the AUX input. Sound from a digital-audio player or other device connected to the AUX input can easily be recorded and added to your loop.

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1U rackmountable digital audio recorder

Review: The DRP-1 from Gemini is a standalone digital rackmountable recorder that allows you to record and playback from 1 convenient device. Its single rackspace design ensures discreet integration into your rack setup, making this handy recording device ideal for DJs, musicians, bars, clubs, schools, houses of worship and anywhere else high-quality audio recording is a must. The DRP-1 is also great for front-of-house applications, even as a backup recorder for the most sophisticated FOH setups.

For true recording versatility, the DRP-1 features a USB port and SD card slot, allowing you to record directly to a thumb drive or memory card. And to ensure your file format suits your specific recording needs, the DRP-1 gives you the option to record in a variety of MP3 formats or in WAV at 44.1 kHz/16bit. For added flexibility, you can also choose to record in stereo or mono mode. And once your recording is complete, it's easy to download the file to your PC or Mac, just use the included USB cable to connect the DRP-1 to your computer, or simply eject your media storage device and hook it up to your computer directly.

To ensure total connecting convenience, the DRP-1 has a host of inputs and outputs, allowing you to hook up microphones, keyboards and other electronic instruments with ease. Or, if you're recording a full band, go direct from your mixer and capture true soundboard audio. On the back, the unit features a stereo RCA line input, stereo RCA line output, XLR/1/4" combo mic input and balanced XLR outputs. On the front, the recorder provides 1/4" stereo line inputs, a 1/4" mic input and a 1/4" headphone jack with dedicated volume control.

Navigating through files and folders on the DRP-1 is easy thanks to its large, bright full-color LCD screen and Search jog wheel. During recording, the display screen indicates information like file format, track time, file number and amount of space left on the SD card.

With its sleek, low-profile design and flexible audio connections, the DRP-1 gives you the power to transform your existing rack into a powerful recording tool.

Digital recorder with 8GB internal memory, SD extermal memory slot & USB conectivity

Review: The Olympus LS-11 EU Linear PCM recorder delivers an unbeatable combination of high-tech audio quality, portability and creative flexibility, which ensures that crisp and rich audio recordings can be captured anywhere from the office to the street, or from the dance floor to the lush soundscapes of the natural world.

The Olympus LS-11 recorder takes the award-winning style of Olympus to the next level. Convenience has been improved with the ability to capture each superior audio file at the touch of a button. Designed to complement mobile modern lifestyles, the LS-11 recorder fits comfortably in the palm of the hand for maximum freedom and flexibility. It is ideal for musicians, journalists, podcasters and anybody needing high quality audio recording and playback capability on the fly. This pocket-sized studio captures audio files in superb 24bit/96kHz quality. A new editing feature even allows files to be edited in the device, while auto recording makes sure no important sound is lost by switching on automatically once a certain audio level has been reached.

In addition to extra long battery life, the LS-11 recorder boasts a whopping 8GB of internal memory plus an SD card slot to extend storage options.

B-STOCK: Box opened but product is new, unused and in perfect working order

Review: *** B-STOCK: Box opened but product is new, unused and in perfect working order ***

The Olympus LS-11 EU Linear PCM recorder delivers an unbeatable combination of high-tech audio quality, portability and creative flexibility, which ensures that crisp and rich audio recordings can be captured anywhere from the office to the street, or from the dance floor to the lush soundscapes of the natural world.

The Olympus LS-11 recorder takes the award-winning style of Olympus to the next level. Convenience has been improved with the ability to capture each superior audio file at the touch of a button. Designed to complement mobile modern lifestyles, the LS-11 recorder fits comfortably in the palm of the hand for maximum freedom and flexibility. It is ideal for musicians, journalists, podcasters and anybody needing high quality audio recording and playback capability on the fly. This pocket-sized studio captures audio files in superb 24bit/96kHz quality. A new editing feature even allows files to be edited in the device, while auto recording makes sure no important sound is lost by switching on automatically once a certain audio level has been reached.

In addition to extra long battery life, the LS-11 recorder boasts a whopping 8GB of internal memory plus an SD card slot to extend storage options.

Standard model digital recorder with Tresmic microphone system

Review: The standard model for music recording equipped with TRESMIC which captures wide bandwidth and Smart Mode, which can easily deliver high-quality recording.

It's equipped with Smart Mode which can automatically deliver high-quality recording. Adjustment of the recording level has been automated by Smart Mode so that any users can successfully record as good quality as professionals. The maximum Sound Pressure Level is 130dB SPL so it doesn't have clipping noise even for the loud sounds of musical instruments such as drums and percussions. Also the 3 microphone system TRESMIC has been improved. It achieved more natural stereo feeling by enhancing the filters.

SD/CD recorder

Review: Leave the computer at home: with the CD-2u SD/CD Recorder, it's easier than ever to capture quality recordings and play and burn CDs anywhere. Record audio instantly with the built-in stereo mic, or connect your own external mics, electronic musical instruments and other devices. Onboard are many training tools for lessons and practice, including CD and WAV audio playback, high-fidelity key and speed adjustment, improved Center Cancel, and the all-new Center Focus. Essentials such as a chromatic tuner and metronome are included as well. Ultra-compact and easy to use, the CD-2u is your perfect solution for playing, recording, and CD burning in a convenient mobile package.

With its compact size and ability to run on battery power, the CD-2u is your go-everywhere companion, giving you everything you need to record, edit, play, and burn in one standalone unit. The built-in stereo mic makes audio capture easy, while high-performance stereo speakers provide convenient sound playback of your recordings as well as commercial CDs, lesson material, and more.

The CD-2u records to readily available SD/SDHC cards and can also record directly to CD-R and CD-RW discs when using AC power. Thanks to the Easy Guide feature, the CD-2u is incredibly simple for anyone to operate, with clear onscreen instructions that guide you every step of the way. Easy Guide covers not only recording functions, but also CD backup, creating minus-one tracks for practice and karaoke, setting proper input levels, and other operations. You can even choose among six different languages for the display: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, or Japanese.

While it's designed for pro results as a standalone unit, the CD-2u also provides connections to integrate external devices for various applications. 2 XLR/TRS combo jacks allow you to connect your own mics (with phantom power available if needed), including a stereo field-recording mic such as the CS-15RS. There's also a stereo mini-mic jack with plug in power, plus stereo RCA line input jacks for connecting an instrument, music player, or other audio sources.

The CD-2u is packed with useful tools not only for developing music skills, but also other applications such as learning languages, transcribing spoken-word audio, and more. You can independently adjust the speed and key with exceptional audio quality, perfect for slowing down passages to learn difficult parts or changing the key of music to match your voice. Use A-B Repeat to play audio sections over and over, and turn on Center Cancel to create minus-one tracks for practice and karaoke fun. There's also the newly developed Center Focus feature, which isolates center-located sounds in music tracks to make them easier to hear and learn.

Once you experience the CD-2u, you'll want to take it with you everywhere. The optional CB-CD2E Carrying Case gives you durable protection, plus handy storage of accessories like CD and SD media, batteries, remote, etc. And if you love all the great features of the CD-2u but don't need CD playback/burning capability, be sure to check out its cousin, the SD-2u SD Recorder.

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Digital recorder featuring WAV playbackand centre cancel

Review: With high-quality SD recording and a host of great features for music practice and study, the SD-2u Recorder is a powerful tool for educators, students, and hobbyists. A built-in stereo mic lets you capture audio anywhere, while versatile audio input options allow you to connect your own external mics, electronic musical instruments, and other devices with pro-level results. Also onboard are many training essentials, including high-fidelity key and speed adjustment, improved Center Cancel for creating minus-one tracks, and the all-new Center Focus for isolating vocals and instruments. Compact and ready to travel, the SD-2u is the ideal all-in-one solution for audio recording, learning music and languages, and much more.

With its portable size and ability to run on battery power, the SD-2u is ready to travel anywhere, giving you high-quality recording and editing in one standalone unit. The built-in stereo mic makes audio capture easy, while high-performance stereo speakers provide convenient sound playback of your recordings, WAV music files, lesson material, and more.

The SD-2u records CD-quality audio direct to widely available SD/SDHC memory cards. It's also super-simple for anyone to operate thanks to the Easy Guide feature, which provides clear onscreen instructions that guide you through various operations. The Easy Guide covers recording and overdubbing functions, creating minus-one tracks for practice and karaoke, setting proper input levels, and more. You can even choose among six different languages for the display: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, or Japanese.

While it's designed for pro results as a standalone unit, the SD-2u also provides connections for integrating external devices to suit various applications. Two XLR/TRS combo jacks allow you to connect your own mics (with phantom power available if needed), including a stereo field-recording mic such as the CS-15RS. There's also a stereo mini-mic jack with Plug In Power, plus stereo RCA line input jacks for connecting an instrument, music player, or another audio source.

The SD-2u is equipped with powerful features for manipulating audio playback, providing useful tools for building music skills, learning languages, transcribing spoken-word audio, and more. You can independently adjust the speed and key with exceptional audio quality, perfect for slowing down passages to learn difficult parts or changing the key of music to suit your voice. Use A-B Repeat to play audio sections over and over, and turn on Center Cancel to create minus-one tracks for practice and karaoke fun. There's also a newly developed Center Focus feature, which isolates center-located sounds in music tracks to make them easier to hear and learn.

The optional CB-CD2E carrying case gives you durable protection while transporting the SD-2u, plus handy storage pockets for accessories like batteries, extra SD cards, the AC adaptor, and the remote control. If you're looking for similar features in a device that can also play and burn CDs, check out the SD-2u's cousin, the CD-2u SD/CD Recorder.

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Digital recorder with 4GB internal memory, microSD external memory slot & USB conectivity

Review: The Sony PCMM10 recorder is a 24bit/96 kHz capable recorder with electret condenser stereo microphones, 4 GB internal flash memory and a microSD/memory stick slot for expanded memory.

The recorder includes a USB high-speed port for simple uploading and downloading WAV or MP3 format recorded files to and from Windows PC or Mac computers. The PCM-M10 recorder offers durable construction and long battery life using conventional AA alkaline batteries.

The Sony PCMM10 recorder is a very small recorder, roughly the same shape as an iPhone but as thick as a deck of playing cards. The buttons are firm and the recording level wheel stays where you leave it. You get LEDs for -12db and overload for each of the two microphones.