Sony ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder (Red)
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Stay organized and entertained with the Sony ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder (Red). It has a built-in 2GB memory with an SD card slot, which affords an additional 16GB of storage capacity for lectures, notes, music, meetings or any other audio you may want to record. The maximum recording time afforded by the internal memory is 500+ hrs, but a 16GB microSD card can expand the ICDUX512's maximum recording time upwards of 4000+ hrs.
The ICDUX512 features both Linear PCM and MP3 recording formats. You can choose from five different MP3 recording rates, depending on the quality you desire for each particular recording session. The built-in stereo microphone is omni-directional and features the S-Microphone System, which allows for increased sensitivity when needed and more natural stereo audio reproduction. The microphone also features Hi/Med/Lo gain settings, as well as Voice Operated Recording (VOR).
Making recording and playback more convenient, the ICDUX512 is equipped with an LCD-backlit display, multiple language displays and record date, time and elapsed time displays as well. It has an LED operational indicator and can be set in various modes such as Continuous Play, Easy Search and Noise-Cut during record and playback. It also features Direct Record to Play, Erase, Move File, Protect, Play/Stop, Record/Pause Scene Select, Low-Cut and Track Mark functions as well.
As an added luxury, the ICDUX512 boasts a graphic equalizer and the time-saving Direct USB Connector, which attaches the recorder directly to a computer without the need for a USB cable. It also features a USB port, 3.5mm stereo mic input and 3.5mm stereo headphone output. The mic input can even double as an audio-in for line recording from external devices like CD players or cell phones. The ICDUX512 has an integrated speaker as well, which comes in handy whenever you want to listen back to recordings out loud. The recorder comes equipped with a NiMH AAA rechargeable battery that can last up to 29 hrs and is USB charge capable. The recorder can fit easily in your pocket or purse and is barely noticeable in your hand, weighing a scant 2.1 oz.
- High-Quality Recording
- For enhanced recording quality, the ICDUX512 features an uncompressed Linear PCM recording format, Low Cut & Noise Cut features to cut-out distracting background noise during recordings and the S-Microphone Recording System. The S-Mic function is highly sensitive in quieter settings or when recording from a distance. It also uses omni-directional microphones for more natural stereo audio reproduction
- LCD Display, Control & Ease of Use
- Greatly easing the recording process is the VOR feature, which facilitates voice operated recording. The ICDUX512 is also equipped with a large LCD viewing screen that displays six lines of data for quickly identifying files, folders and functional settings. There is a set of intuitive Cross Keys as well (similar to a mobile phone interface), which allow you to adjust several functions and quickly navigate the LCD menu displays. Finally, the ICDUX512 has a Direct USB Connector, which enables quick and direct attachment of the ICDUX512 to a computer's USB port without the need of a USB cable
- Focused Recording & Playback Features
- The ICDUX512 allows users to set optimum recording conditions with features like Scene Select, place track marks (like bookmarks) on recordings during a session or during playback. Users can control playback speed up to 2x faster, while keeping the pitch the same with variable playback speed feature. Plus A to B locations can be set for quick fast-forward, rewind and repeat between the set points on a recording
- Enhanced Performance
- The ICDUX512 offers 500+ hrs of maximum recording time, which can be enhanced to 4000+ hrs through the use of a 16GB microSD card. When recording for lengthy periods of time, the rechargeable battery is designed to last an impressive 29 hrs
| Recording | |
|---|---|
| Type | Digital |
| Mode | Stereo / Mono |
| Recording Format |
PCM (WAV) MP3 |
| Bit-Rate | 8 Kbps - 192 Kbps |
| Sample Rate | 44.1 kHz |
| Recording Time |
PCM Stereo: 3 Hours HQ Stereo: 22.3 Hours SP Stereo: 33.5 Hours LP Mono: 89.5 Hours SLP Mono: 536 Hours 1 Please Note:Up to 4000 hours with 16GB microSD card close |
| General | |
|---|---|
| One-Click Recording | No |
| Voice Activated Recording | Yes |
| Internal Memory | Yes, Flash Memory: 2GB |
| Compatible Memory Cards | MicroSD |
| Battery Type |
1 x AAA
2
Please Note:NiMH, rechargeable via USB close |
| Battery Life (approx.) | Recording: 29 Hours |
| Microphone Type | Internal Stereo |
| Pickup Pattern | Omni-Directional |
| Speaker | Yes |
| Display Size/Type | LCD Backlit |
| Equalizer Settings | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Frequency Response | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Connectors |
1/8" mini Female In 1/8" mini Female Out |
| Indicators | Power, Low Battery, Recording |
| USB | USB 2.0 (A) |
| System Requirements |
Windows Mac |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 1.4 x 4 x 0.6" (35.56 x 101.60 x 15.24 mm) |
| Weight | 2.1 oz (60 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 17 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
94%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Compact (14)
- Good audio (12)
- Reliable (12)
- Long battery life (9)
Cons
Best Uses
- Lectures (13)
- Conversation piece (9)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Tech savvy (6), Technically challenged (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
Good recorder, good manufacturer
I'm a Mobile DJ, and I occasionally want to record my live sets while I'm on a gig. I've been using a second computer for the purpose, but wanted to minimize the amount of...Read complete review
I'm a Mobile DJ, and I occasionally want to record my live sets while I'm on a gig. I've been using a second computer for the purpose, but wanted to minimize the amount of bulk I'm carrying around. I decided to look for a small portable recoring solution for my DJing needs, and I am very happy with the ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder by Sony.
The Good: It comes with a cool little padded case, decent Sony earbuds, USB cable and even a rechargeable battery for right our of the box usability. The slide-out usb connection built right into the device is also a great design feature, allowing for cordless connection to your computer for file transfers. The controls are simple and intuitive, and the device itself is designed to fit in your hand yet large enough to properly operate the controls. The recorder has a stereo mini-jack input and a separate mini-jack output to stereo. You can also set the input level (hi-med-low), for some basic gain control. you can use the device essentially as a USB flash drive, making file transfer extremely simple (works right out of the box on Macs, and has the necessary drivers on an install disc for lesser "computers" to interface with it). You can even load files up into it as if it were indeed a USB flash drive. You can time-mark your recordings for cueing to certain points, and there is a noise-cut control button right on the device. You can set your recording quality with great range. You can opt to recharge your AAA rechargeable battery when you plug into USB, and the battery life is quite decent. There is a microSD slot for more memory (It has plenty built-in). It comes in three colors (I chose red and it looks very hot).
The Bad: You can't adjust the L and R mic positions (I don't care because all my recordings will be through the stereo jack inputs, but if you're doing field recordings or interviews this *may* be an issue for *some*). You can't rename the folders in the memory structure from the device (but you *can* name & create folders from your computer)
The Ugly: The LCD screen is a dated design & dull amber color, I'd like to see a screen in blue or green instead. The LCD screen information is a little oddly presented, I had to learn how to decipher it, unlike the more natural button design.
Conclusion: I can live with the ugly 1970's-Tascam-looking screen layout, as the other features are perfectly suited to what I need. The quality & design is otherwise TOP-NOTCH. I'd get the same device if I had a chance to shop around again.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Not what I thought
This item is small and light. Noise reduction does work. However, it's a pain in the behind during recording. It only picks up one voice well. The other persons voice is missing or...Read complete review
This item is small and light. Noise reduction does work. However, it's a pain in the behind during recording. It only picks up one voice well. The other persons voice is missing or difficult to hear. I almost need to purchase a microphone for this device. Just silly.
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Pros
- Compact Design
- High Quality Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Conversations
Comments about Sony ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder (Red):
As a judge I use this recorder to dictate my tentative rulings everyday. My secretary and I are not in the same building so we had been passing tapes back and forth. Those days are over and the sound quality is much better.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy to operate
- High Quality Sound
- Long Battery Life
Cons
Best Uses
- Conversations
- interviews
- Lectures
Comments about Sony ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder (Red):
This voice recorder is very simple to use, even without reading the manual. It has stereo microphone (on both sides of the head) so you don't have to worry if the microphone is in the right position. Another thing I like about it is that you can separate the sound tracks in different folders by the touch of a button. When you make long interviews it makes a lot easier to find the important parts by including marks in the sound files.
It works with one AAA battery (included) that can be charged when you connect the voice recorder in the computer using its USB direct.
Small size, micro SD card slot, earphones outlet. And good price too.
Pros
- Compact Design
- High Quality Sound
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Conversations
- Lectures
Comments about Sony ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder (Red):
It took a little use to but after that it's easy. I also use it as a personal amplifier when watch TV at low volume.
Pros
- Compact Design
- High Quality Sound
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Conversations
- Lectures
Comments about Sony ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder (Red):
The product was excellent.
Pros
- Compact Design
- High Quality Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Lectures
Comments about Sony ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder (Red):
It is everything I needed and more. It works with Dragon Speak, and sound is great. Very light and travels well. Would gladly buy another :D
Pros
- Compact Design
- High Quality Sound
- Interfaces with computers
- Long Battery Life
- Records in MP3
Cons
- No case to protect
- Picks Up Background Noise
Best Uses
- interviews
- Lectures
Comments about Sony ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder (Red):
I am a medical student and I use this voice recorder for lectures. It picks up sound very nicely! no need for an extra external mic. Battery life from the supplied re-chargable battery is great so far. The design of the interface is well thought out with a male USB plug that slides out of the body of the recorder that you can plug right into a laptop or use the supplied longer adapter cable. The overall quality seems good but not excellent because the plastic movements feel cheap. User interface is well thought out.I like how you can skip through a 2 hour long recording to the parts that you need to hear. One downside is it did not come with a case but I picked up a neoprene cell phone case at the dollar store that works great. Another downside is that it does pick up higher frequency background noise like papers shuffling, candy wrapper crumpling, or books being dropped on the floor...mostly loud sharp noises. Overall a GREAT little voice recorder!
Pros
- High Quality Sound
Cons
Best Uses
- Lectures
Comments about Sony ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder (Red):
I bought this to record class lectures and I have to say I am very happy with it (have been using for 2 weeks now). I read the instructions and it is fairly simple to use- I have only used the recording feature thus far but the other functions seem manageable. The lectures are audible and clear even when I am some distance from the professor. The microphone is kind of sensitive so I would say not to place it right next to your notebook where you are taking notes so that you won't deal with the whisper of your scribbling throughout the lecture.
Pros
- Compact Design
- High Quality Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Conversations
- Lectures
Comments about Sony ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder (Red):
It's easy to use and high quality. The sound at a recent interview was great, even with a soft-spoken subject being interviewed. The slow-down function for transcription is easy to use and helpful. On the whole, great product. We haven't had it long enough to judge the battery life, but it's serving our purposes just fine so far. Also haven't used it at a concert yet. I'll be interested to see how that goes.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Conversations
- Lectures
Comments about Sony ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder (Red):
I use this in lecture classrooms. It's pretty easy to operate once you learn about the functions. I wish I could name my files/folders directly on the device. I'm not sure if you can format it through PC (with the CD this device comes with) though (I use a mac). I love the USB that can just plug into my computer so that I can simply drag the files onto my desktop.
Pros
- Compact Design
- High Quality Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Conversations
- Lectures
- Sessionset recording
Comments about Sony ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder (Red):
I'm a Mobile DJ, and I occasionally want to record my live sets while I'm on a gig. I've been using a second computer for the purpose, but wanted to minimize the amount of bulk I'm carrying around. I decided to look for a small portable recoring solution for my DJing needs, and I am very happy with the ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder by Sony.
The Good: It comes with a cool little padded case, decent Sony earbuds, USB cable and even a rechargeable battery for right our of the box usability. The slide-out usb connection built right into the device is also a great design feature, allowing for cordless connection to your computer for file transfers. The controls are simple and intuitive, and the device itself is designed to fit in your hand yet large enough to properly operate the controls. The recorder has a stereo mini-jack input and a separate mini-jack output to stereo. You can also set the input level (hi-med-low), for some basic gain control. you can use the device essentially as a USB flash drive, making file transfer extremely simple (works right out of the box on Macs, and has the necessary drivers on an install disc for lesser "computers" to interface with it). You can even load files up into it as if it were indeed a USB flash drive. You can time-mark your recordings for cueing to certain points, and there is a noise-cut control button right on the device. You can set your recording quality with great range. You can opt to recharge your AAA rechargeable battery when you plug into USB, and the battery life is quite decent. There is a microSD slot for more memory (It has plenty built-in). It comes in three colors (I chose red and it looks very hot).
The Bad: You can't adjust the L and R mic positions (I don't care because all my recordings will be through the stereo jack inputs, but if you're doing field recordings or interviews this *may* be an issue for *some*). You can't rename the folders in the memory structure from the device (but you *can* name & create folders from your computer)
The Ugly: The LCD screen is a dated design & dull amber color, I'd like to see a screen in blue or green instead. The LCD screen information is a little oddly presented, I had to learn how to decipher it, unlike the more natural button design.
Conclusion: I can live with the ugly 1970's-Tascam-looking screen layout, as the other features are perfectly suited to what I need. The quality & design is otherwise TOP-NOTCH. I'd get the same device if I had a chance to shop around again.
Pros
- Reliable
Cons
- Picks Up Background Noise
Best Uses
- Lectures
Comments about Sony ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder (Red):
I've only had one for a short time but so far,I loved.I really enjoy the software program that is included and all the options that brings.It is easy to connect to the computer to download the voice recording and the small sizes makes it easy to carry.
Pros
- Compact Design
- High Quality Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Conversations
Comments about Sony ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder (Red):
Got what I expected, a high quality digital voice recorder with excellent sensitivity.
Pros
- Compact Design
- High Quality Sound
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Lectures
Comments about Sony ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder (Red):
I use this product to record class lectures. It is easy to use, easily portable, and contains a great amount of memory space. The sound quality on the recordings is spectacular, and can be set to cancel out background noise. Additionally, it is quite convenient that the audio files can be easily transferred and organized on my computer.
So far I do not have any significant problems with the device. My only complaint is that the battery doesn't seem to last as long as I would like. But of course the device can be charged on my computer, so this isn't a big problem.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Long Battery Life
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Concerts
- Conversations
- Lectures
Comments about Sony ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder (Red):
I initially purchased this product to capture thoughts that came to mind during the day, for putting messages together for preaching. This recorder is amazing! Not only can I download my recordings to the sound organizer software that came with it, I can download music and even use the recorder for 2gigs of flash memory! Music, notes, or lectures can be stored in separate files, or played back through the supplied earbuds. This device is also an MP3 player. You can even play back through external devices and add an external mic. There's a date and time display, and many other great features. It is very compact and easy to carry. It is also nice that it comes with a rechargeable battery that can be charged through the slide out USB plug.
Pros
- Compact Design
Cons
- Poor Quality Sound
- Unreliable
Best Uses
Comments about Sony ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder (Red):
This item is small and light. Noise reduction does work. However, it's a pain in the behind during recording. It only picks up one voice well. The other persons voice is missing or difficult to hear. I almost need to purchase a microphone for this device. Just silly.
Pros
- Compact Design
- High Quality Sound
- Long Battery Life
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Lectures
Comments about Sony ICDUX512 Digital Voice Recorder (Red):
This recorder has been great for recording lectures, and the built-in USB has proven to be a very useful and convienent features. It is lightweight and easy to use. The playback also sounds clear.
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What's in the Box
- USB Extension Cable
- Stereo Headphones
- NH-AAA Rechargeable Battery (Size AAA)
- Sound Organizer Software CD-ROM (Windows Only)
- 1-Year Warranty
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