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Browse the top-ranked list of External Recorders below along with associated reviews and opinions.

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    Sony - BX Series Digital Voice Recorder - Silver-Front_Standard

    • Model: ICDBX140
    • SKU: 4679009

    Love it...Not Bad...I am very happy with my Sony Didgital Recorder; however, there is only one thing it is missing and that is the ability to hook it up to a computer to be able to send a recording or share a recording....It also has a function that allows you to control when the recorder will turn off, or allows you to put it in a mode where it never automatically turns off.

    This Sony ICDBX140 digital voice recorder features 4GB of internal flash memory, so you can easily store up to 4,175 hours of audio. A Noise Cut function and Low Cut filter promote crisp, clear results with minimal background noise.
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    Olympus - WS-Series Digital Voice Recorder - Silver-Front_Standard

    • Model: WS-852
    • SKU: 4442800

    It Works...Love it!...This recorder is the perfect device for any student looking to take notes during lectures or for individuals who want to record conversations (please note the legal requirements surrounding the recording of conversations in your locality)....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.

    Create over 1,000 hours of clear recordings with this Olympus digital voice recorder. The Intelligent Auto Mode automatically adjusts the recording to suit the volume level of the person speaking, and you can easily save your data in different file formats with the built-in USB connector. This silver Olympus digital voice recorder has a built-in stand that reduces surface noise.
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    Olympus - WS-Series Digital Voice Recorder - Black-Front_Standard

    • Model: WS-853
    • SKU: 4442902

    Love it!...It Works...Purchased this Olympus WS-853 digital voice recorder to use to record a weekly class I attend and results have been excellent....This recorder is the perfect device for any student looking to take notes during lectures or for individuals who want to record conversations (please note the legal requirements surrounding the recording of conversations in your locality).

    Play back important notes and lectures with this Olympus digital voice recorder. The noise-cancellation feature minimizes background noise to increase playback quality, and you can choose from seven recording scenes to find settings that match your recording environment. This black Olympus digital voice recorder uses Voice Balancer technology to increase the volume of soft sounds and minimize loud noises.
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    Olympus - VN-Series Digital Voice Recorder - Black-Front_Standard

    • Model: VN-541 PC
    • SKU: 5579806

    I love it....works good...It's not the greatest zoom ever, and it's a tad slow, but if you lose or damage it, you didn't lose or break much....One note of caution, this is a right angle connector and it does not offer a great deal of offset from the PC chassis - be careful if you have multiple connectors you are using beside each other - you may need a lanyard based adaptor to allow for multiple side by side connectors on the computer.

    Record up to 1,500 hours of conversation with this Olympus voice recorder. The built-in microUSB connector lets you connect to your media device or computer for easy transfers, and the recorder only requires 2-AAA batteries. This Olympus voice recorder has 4GB of memory for keeping track of notes and thoughts while on the go.
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    Sony - PX Series Digital Voice Recorder-Front_Standard

    • Model: ICDPX370
    • SKU: 5774900

    love it...Love it....This was a very good recorder with a lot of storage in the unit and options to easily have external storage....There is a plug-in mini-mike available, but while this would avoid a little "rustling" I didn't see a wy to really hide it.

    Capture crystal clear audio with this Sony digital voice recorder. Singers looking to keep track of their inspiration and working professionals, who don't want to forget important details, benefit from this recorder's high-quality MP3 audio. This Sony digital voice recorder utilizes the Noise Cut technology to enhance human speech recording and filter out background noise.
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    Sony - UX Series Digital Voice Recorder - Black-Front_Standard

    • Model: ICDUX560BLK
    • SKU: 5018200

    Love it...Love it!...This is a simple recorder compared to other expensive recorders and small enough to be easily carried....The recordings of meetings with 8 or more people around a large table are quite clear and the transcribe function allows you to fast forward or go back to points of interest.

    Store hours of high-quality audio with this Sony digital voice recorder. The highly sensitive S-microphone operates in either focus or wide mode to optimize sound quality depending on the event setting. This Sony digital voice recorder has 4GB of on-board memory, expandable microSD storage and USB connectivity for PC transfer and quick charging.
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    Olympus - VP-Series Digital Voice Recorder - Black-Front_Standard

    • Model: VP-10
    • SKU: 4428400

    Love it!...Just WOW!...A good machine but there should be a way to set the time, date etc on a computer so that you don't run into the difficulties that I did....Great size, really clear recording, I record lectures at school in a bit lecture hall and the play back is pretty clear Love the fact that you can store multiple files and switch between them very easily

    Capture clear conversations by using this Olympus digital voice recorder. With omnidirectional microphones for accurate recording from any position, an antirustle filter and a noise cancellation function, it's easy to obtain crisp sound, even from inside a shirt pocket. Compile meeting minutes quickly with this black Olympus digital voice recorder's transcription and dictation modes.
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    Philips - Voice Tracer Audio Recorder - Warm silver and black-Front_Standard

    • Model: DVT1300
    • SKU: 5070301

    It's OK...Love it....Used to record a focus group for a research study, good quality for a large room....This product is a good recorder - good sound, easy to use, and at a good price.

    Record ideas, reminders and notes with this Philips Voice Tracer digital notes recorder. It comes with 4GB of internal memory that stores up to 44 days of spoken audio and has a MicroSD card slot to expand your storage options. This Philips Voice Tracer digital notes recorder features a calendar search function for quick retrieval of the notes you need.
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    Tablo - 4-Tuner Digital Video Recorder for HDTV Antennas with Wi-Fi - Black-Front_Standard

    • Model: SPVR401NA
    • SKU: 8236064

    Good dvr...Great DVR...The price is a little steep especially with adding a hard drive, but there are few alternatives since I like the AppleTV over Roku or other devices....It works like a charm, and when you add an external drive, it's an awesome DVR, plus when you subscribe to the program guide, you can watch live TV or DVR recordings from most smart phones and tablets.

    Tablo 4-Tuner Digital Video Recorder for HDTV Antennas with Wi-Fi: This next-generation DVR plugs in to your HDTV antenna so you can watch free, local broadcasts from any connected device in your home or anywhere you have Internet access. Record or stream up to 4 live or recorded HDTV programs simultaneously on multiple devices, including your iPad, Android tablet, laptop, and smartphone, or on your TV using Roku, Chromecast or Apple TV.
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    Philips - Voice Tracer Audio Recorder - Black-Front_Standard

    • Model: DVT1150
    • SKU: 5070304

    Good item...I love it!...I like that it pauses and lets me start where I left off after a 15 minute break instead of starting a whole new file....It is a great value and I would recommend this item to others.

    Make voice recording simple by using the Philips Voice Tracer 1150 audio recorder. Every note or idea you record is time stamped for easy file navigation and retrieval, and its PC connection offers simple plug-and-play operation. The Philips Voice Tracer 1150 audio recorder has a long battery life for extended recording sessions.
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    Sony - PX Series Digital Voice Recorder-Front_Standard

    • Model: ICDPX470
    • SKU: 5774901

    Very nice...No issues....got this to record meetings we have a large conference room picks up everyone well even people with softer voices....This is a Awesome Voice Recorder From Sony!

    Store hours of high-quality audio with this Sony digital voice recorder. The highly sensitive S-microphone operates in either Focus or Wide mode to optimize sound quality depending on the event setting. This Sony digital voice recorder has 4GB of on-board memory, an expandable microSD storage and USB connectivity for PC transfer and quick charging.
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    TEAC - CD Recorder with Advanced Auto-Record Functions - Black-Front_Standard

    • Model: CD-RW890MKII-B
    • SKU: 5029601

    Good price...good enough...The teac cd burner is a very cool, you can remaster older cds, and record from different sources like cassettes or a turntable....I have always had a cd recorder and the Teac is the best I have found to do the right job.

    Record or dub your event using the TEAC CD recorder. It has auto recording functions that start as soon as it receives an input so that you can ensure you capture every part of the performance, and it automatically breaks tracks up for easy dubbing. The TEAC CD recorder makes recording a breeze.
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    Olympus - Telephone Recording Device - Black-Angle_Standard

    • Model: V4571310W000
    • SKU: 6459312

    It worked....It's great...Great for use if you don't have a digital recorder...It works like a charm and is easy to hook up.

    Record your phone conversations for later review with this Olympus TP-8 V4571310W000 telephone recording device, which plugs into most telephones with a 3.5mm mini jack. The device includes 3 earpiece tips for comfortable wear.
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    Audio Recorder - Windows-Front_Standard

    • Model: HON787800F284
    • SKU: 5587000

    Good Product...good to have...It record just fine but it doesn't give any.controll or the tweaking of the sound...This audio recorder has been great.

    Pack all your favorite albums into your portable music player with this Vidbox audio recorder. The USB audio capture device lets you connect your cassette player or record player, and the included RCA cables make it easy to set up your recording system. With its intuitive software, this Vidbox audio recorder lets you edit audio MP3 files into individual tracks.
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    Philips - Voice Tracer Audio Recorder - Anthracite/chrome-Front_Standard

    • Model: DVT2710
    • SKU: 5578705

    Great tool...works great...great item just as described works great easy to setup and transfer items from recorder yes I would recommend...I love this recorder, I record meeting minutes and import them into dragon naturally speaking.

    Reduce the tedium associated with transcripts with help from this Philips digital voice tracer. It comes with software to automatically convert audio recordings to text files, and voice activation ensures this device records every time someone speaks. This Philips digital voice tracer has 8GB of internal memory to store all your interviews.

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