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Sony ICD-U70

Sony ICD-U70 (1024 MB, 502.5 Hours) Handheld Digital Voice Recorder

Olympus DS-30

Olympus DS-30 (256 MB) Handheld Digital Voice Recorder

$129.00  |  1 store
$319.95  |  1 store
Product Description
Do more than capture audio with the ICD-U70. Doubling as a stylish MP3 player, this voice recorder is perfect for recording lectures, as well as listening to your favorite tunes in between... More
Do more than capture audio with the ICD-U70. Doubling as a stylish MP3 player, this voice recorder is perfect for recording lectures, as well as listening to your favorite tunes in between classes or at the office. The ICD-U70 has 1GB of built-in flash memory allowing you to store 16 hours of MP3 music or up to 502 hours of voice-quality audio in LP mode. Transfer files quickly to your PC with the built-in USB4 connector. Powered by one AAA battery (not supplied) and weighing only 2.26 ounces, the ICD-U70 is not only fashionable, it's lightweight. In addition to its unique color and design, this voice recorder comes with a lanyard and headphones making it perfect for carrying from class to class or around the office. Less
Sound quality that’s unheard of. In addition to capturing stereo sound from meetings, interviews and other critical information expected of digital recorders, you can download and... More
Sound quality that’s unheard of. In addition to capturing stereo sound from meetings, interviews and other critical information expected of digital recorders, you can download and create podcasts with the DS-30. The super-high-quality sound is also great for listening to audio books and music – it’s the ideal all-in-one audio device. Less
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Key Features   
Type Voice Recorder Voice Recorder
Built in Memory 1024 MB 256 MB
Design   Handheld Handheld
Recording Media   Digital Digital
Max Recording Time Up to 502.5 Hours -
Voice Activate System (VAS)   With VAS With VAS
Other Features   
Headphone Jack With Headphone Jack With Headphone Jack
Brand Sony Olympus
Long Play Mode   With Long Play Mode -
Battery Life Approx Approx. 19 Hours Approx. 32 Hours
Dimensions   
Width 1.1 in. 1.48 in.
Weight 2.26 oz. 2.81 oz.
Height 4.72 in. 4.37 in.
Depth 0.54 in. 0.63 in.
Warranty   
Warranty 90 Days 1 Year
Miscellaneous   
UPC 027242690851 050332132719
Release Date - January, 2007
Product ID 35849025 39187655
Product MPN   
MPN ICD-U70 DS-3000
 
Consumer Reviews
Sony ICD-U70
Sony ICD-U70 (1024 MB, 502.5 Hours) Handheld Digital Voice...
$129.00
Olympus DS-30
Olympus DS-30 (256 MB) Handheld Digital Voice Recorder
$319.95

Product Review Summary

2.0
Based on 2 user reviews
0% recommend this product
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Sony ICD-U70 recorder

byjohnbrowninsp Apr 6, 2007
5 Helpfuls 6 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Plenty of storage for long lectures. USB drivers on unit, worked fine.
Cons Impossible design for erasure of messages. Poor sound quality/ volume on built-in speaker.
Recommended it? No

I use recorders in daily work. My workhorse is the old Olympus v90, which is no longer made but has simple design and easy erase function. Get 'em on eb*y for 30 bucks usually.

On a daily bases I record 70-120 short notes, some as short as three seconds.

I also record longer... Read full review »

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A big dissapointment - Bad soud

bybongo123 Sep 28, 2006
4 Helpfuls 5 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Design, capacity and brand name
Cons Sound
Recommended it? No

I bought this recorder because of its design, capacity and brand name.

The problem is the sound. Its bad. I know because I had an olympus WS-320M before. And the quality of sound is much better in this recorder. The difference was huge. And the Olympus recorder is even smaller (lighter)... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

4.5
Based on 2 user reviews
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Consumer Reviews

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Olympus DS-30 Digital Voice Recorder

bylarjsy57 Jun 25, 2007
6 Helpfuls 7 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Adjustable mic sensitivity, voice activation level and stereo/mono recording choice.
Cons Control buttons on opposing sides create gripping challenge.
Recommended it? Yes

I bought this (my first) voice recorder because it offered a stereo mic at the best price, and looked like it had potential for recording my live music rehearsals with electric guitars and drum machine.

3 microphone sensitivity level selections
Adjustable voice activation level
... Read full review »

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Olympus ds30

byskiggsy Mar 15, 2007
4 Helpfuls 5 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Absolutely excellent look no further - I did but should not have
Cons Complicated often ineffectual VCVA in some modes but not a problem - Use when required
Recommended it? Yes

Does what it should - shame on Olympus 3 recorders the only difference excessive price for more memory - SD cards? Read full review »

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