If you are buying it to simply record lessons/lectures you might be OK. It does not filter out the background noise. You have to make sure It Is fully charged before using It. The most annoying feature about It Is loud enough.

After several other devices that did not work I was very skeptical about purchasing this one but the rep was very patient in explaining how it worked and the reliability. He assured me if it did not do as promised, I could return it. The true test came less than a week later. The unit worked like a charm and has ever since. Glad I came in to buy it from you guys!

I purchased this recorder to record and rehearse my narration techniques during the Raptor free flight demonstration at the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum

I purchased this in a Best Buy. Great product. It was perfect for my daughter for note taking in school. Service was great!

This recorder is easy to use and quick to get started. Buttons are clearly labelled. There are 5 folders for storing recordings. The sound quality is very good, even if I am sitting 20 or more feet away from the speaker. It's even better once downloaded to my computer, which is very easy, as there's a built-in USB cable device that pops out to attach to my computer. This is a lifesaver for me, as I have difficulty taking notes, so recording allows me to fully concentrate in class and then go back to the recording if I need to. I had the previous Olympus model of this recorder and it was great, but this one is even better as it has rechargeable lithium batteries (or you can use regular AAA batteries), it's a bit smaller, and it comes with a case.