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Sony High-Resolution Portable Audio Recorder

BH #SOICDSX2000 • MFR #ICD-SX2000
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Sony High-Resolution Portable Audio Recorder
Key Features
  • Record In PCM (WAV) & MP3 Formats
  • Playback FLAC and Other Formats
  • Bluetooth Control via REC Remote App
  • Internal 16GB Memory & microSD Expansion
The Sony ICD-SX2000 High-Resolution Digital Voice Recorder has 16GB of internal memory and can capture up to 636 hours of MP3 recordings. Additional storage can be provided via its microSD memory slot and optional memory cards. With the REC remote app, the device can be controlled wirelessly from your Android or iOS device over Bluetooth.

The recorder sports two adjustable microphones, allowing you to capture stereo recordings in a variety of placements. Three settings include Zoom (for situations including business meetings), XY (for things like band rehearsals), and Wide Stereo (for recording outdoors). You can adjust the sensitivity of the microphones in a variety of different ways, and set the device to record only when it hears noise above a certain level; in such a manner, the recorder can be voice-activated. The ICD-SX2000 can record in WAV or MP3 formats, and can play many different kinds of files—it even sports FLAC playback support. You can play audio through the unit's built-in speaker or over headphones. You can also plug a microphone into its 3.5mm input jack. To eliminate the need for cables, the device sports a retractable USB plug, which you can use to plug directly into computers.
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Sony ICD-SX2000 Overview

The Sony ICD-SX2000 High-Resolution Digital Voice Recorder has 16GB of internal memory and can capture up to 636 hours of MP3 recordings. Additional storage can be provided via its microSD memory slot and optional memory cards. With the REC remote app, the device can be controlled wirelessly from your Android or iOS device over Bluetooth.

The recorder sports two adjustable microphones, allowing you to capture stereo recordings in a variety of placements. Three settings include Zoom (for situations including business meetings), XY (for things like band rehearsals), and Wide Stereo (for recording outdoors). You can adjust the sensitivity of the microphones in a variety of different ways, and set the device to record only when it hears noise above a certain level; in such a manner, the recorder can be voice-activated. The ICD-SX2000 can record in WAV or MP3 formats, and can play many different kinds of files—it even sports FLAC playback support. You can play audio through the unit's built-in speaker or over headphones. You can also plug a microphone into its 3.5mm input jack. To eliminate the need for cables, the device sports a retractable USB plug, which you can use to plug directly into computers.

Key Features at a Glance
  • Adjustable microphones capture sound in various directions
  • 16GB memory gives you up to 636 hours of recording time
  • Control from your Bluetooth smartphone with the REC remote app
  • Add extra memory with the microSD card slot

 

96 kHz Linear PCM Recording
Capture sound at up to 96 kHz / 24-bit
FLAC Codec
Able to play FLAC files, the ICD-SX2000 allows you to hear lossless audio with the clarity and dynamics that the artist intended
S-Master HX Amplifier
The S-Master HX digital amplifier cuts down on distortion and noise across a wide range of frequencies
Control Recordings Wirelessly
Start and stop recording, adjust levels and settings, add track marks, and more—all with your smartphone; the REC Remote app, available for both Android and iOS devices, lets you control the recorder at a distance over Bluetooth
Expandable Storage
16GB of memory is built-in, but you can use a microSDHC or microSDXC to supply the device with more recording time
Plug and Play, Redefined
With a retractable USB plug, the ICD-SX2000 gives you freedom from USB cables; USB direct lets you plug the device straight into a computer for the easy transfer and storage of recordings

Sony ICD-SX2000 Specs

Recording
Type
Digital
Mode
Stereo
Recording Format
LPCM, MP3
Bit-Depth
24
16
Bit-Rate
48 kbps - 320 kbps
Sample Rate
44.1 kHz - 96 kHz
Recording Time
HQ Stereo: 6.6 Hours Recording in LPCM Format
LP Stereo: 21.6 Hours Recording in LPCM Format
MP3 Stereo:95.4 Hours Recording in MP3 Format
MP3 Stereo:159 Hours Recording in MP3 Format
MP3 Stereo:238 Hours Recording in MP3 Format
MP3 Stereo:636 Hours Recording in MP3 Format
One-Click Recording
Yes
Voice Activated Recording
Yes
Microphone Type
Internal Stereo - 2 Elements
Microphone Sensitivity
Auto SENS Setting
High/Low
Medium
Limiter
Pickup Pattern
Cardioid
Frequency Response
40 Hz - 40 kHz @ 96 kHz Sample Rate / 24 Bit LPCM
40 Hz - 20 kHz @ 44.1 kHz Sample Rate / 16 Bit LPCM
40 Hz - 20 kHz @ 44.1 kHz Sample Rate / 320 kbps MP3
40 Hz - 20 kHz @ 44.1 kHz Sample Rate / 192 kbps MP3
40 Hz - 16 kHz @ 44.1 kHz Sample Rate / 128 kbps MP3
40 Hz - 14 kHz @ 44.1 kHz Sample Rate / 48 kbps MP3
Playback
Playback Formats
MP3
WAV
WMA
AAC
Bit-Rate
MP3: 48 - 320Kbps
Speaker
Yes
Speaker Size
0.63" / 16 mm
Power Output
200 mW
Features
Indicators
Power, Low Battery, Recording, Voice Volume, Peak
Voice E-Mail Function
No
On Screen Clock
Yes
Search
Calendar Search
Power
Battery Type
1 x Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
Battery Life (approx.)
Recording: 15 Hours @ 96 kHz 24 Bit LPCM
Recording: 30 Hours @ 44.1 kHz 16 Bit LPCM
Recording: 30 Hours @ 44.1 kHz 320 Kbps MP3
Recording: 30 Hours @ 44.1 kHz 192 Kbps MP3
Recording: 30 Hours @ 44.1 kHz 128 Kbps MP3
Recording: 30 Hours @ 44.1 kHz 48 Kbps MP3
Playback: 20 Hours @ 96 kHz 24 Bit LPCM
Playback: 24 Hours @ 44.1 kHz 16 Bit LPCM
Playback: 24 Hours @ 44.1 kHz 320 Kbps MP3
Playback: 24 Hours @ 44.1 kHz 192 Kbps MP3
Playback: 24 Hours @ 44.1 kHz 128 Kbps MP3
Playback: 24 Hours @ 44.1 kHz 48 Kbps MP3
Playback: 12 Hours @ 192 kHz 24 Bit LPCM
Power Adapter
Yes
General
Internal Memory
Installed: Flash Memory - 16 GB
Compatible Memory Cards
microSDHC
Connectors
1/8" mini Female Microphone In
1/8" mini Female Headphone Out
USB
USB 2.0 (A)
Operating System Support
Windows, macOS/OS X
Dimensions (WxHxD)
1.73 x 4.72 x .57" (44 x 120 x 14.5 mm)
Weight
3.46 oz (98 g)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.645 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.75 x 4.45 x 2.5"

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