Sony M-570V Microcassette Voice Recorder
by Sony
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Manufacturer: SonyRelease Date: 2009-11-30
Model: M570V
Product features:
- Records at 1.2 or 2.4 centimeters per second
- Built-in mic and speaker makes for easy recording and playback
- Advanced voice operated recording (VOR) saves valuable recording time
- Clear Voice function improves recording quality by enhancing voice sounds
- Runs on two AAA batteries or AC adaptor
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Customer Review: Sony delivers solid performance and build quality
Summary: 5 Stars
I almost did not buy this product after reading all of the negative reviews but my experience has been that you need to take reviews with a grain of salt.
I have much experience with many recorders over the last decade. I own a high end Olympus L250, Panasonic, and other misc analog recorders. I also own some high end digital recorders. I prefer micro cassette for their ease of use, easy archive, independence from other electronic devices such as a computer! And partly because of nostalgia.
This Sony is better suited for close dictation then for lecture. For lectures you might be disappointed unless your professor talks loud. For classroom use I would recommend either a higher end Olympus digital, the sound quality and sensitivity are incredible on those. An analog unit with an external microphone would be my second choice, this Sony model does not have a microphone jack. I also own the Sony M-670V which has better clarity and more sensitivity. It is better suited for classroom use.
This Sony unit has decent sound quality, there is slight motor noise but this is the case with most affordable recorders. I do not experience any problems with the sound quality as other reviewers have stated.
It was recently exposed that Belkin sales reps were paying people to leave negative reviews on Amazon of competitors products, I wonder if this Sony product has fallen prey to a similar fate? I can't imagine people being so disappointed with this unit!
The features of the unit are decent, I especially like the tape counter, a must have in my opinion. The unit has a nice solid feel, hinged battery compartment, attractive finish and nice compact size. Sensitivity is good, low background noise and an easy to use feature set without a bunch of gimmicks. I'm actually interested in buying another one to have as a backup. I recently bought an Olympus J300 and returned it and got this Sony. Compared to the Sony the J300 seemed flimsy and cheap but it did have an external microphone jack and performance was similar.
I would normally give this unit a four star because it does not have an external microphone jack or fast playback option, I gave it a five star to compensate for all of the ridiculously bad reviews that this unit got. I bought mine at Staples, although I really like Amazon I sometimes found that they seem to get some bad batches of certain products.
Sony designed an attractive, affordable recorder which performs well. I would spend a few dollars more and get the superior Sony M-670v, if you need it, otherwise for close dictation the 570 should work fine.
Description of Sony M-570V Microcassette Voice Recorder
Slim and stylish the M-570V microcassette voice recorder makes recording important conversations and lectures easy.Ideal for recording lectures and presentations, Sony's M-570V Microcassette Recorder is an affordable personal recording device. It is small and compact with a built-in microphone and speaker for easy review and playback. Recording is easy with the one-touch button and the cue and review slide control makes fast forwarding and rewinding a breeze. Sony has made it easy to find a specific location on the microcassette for rapid access and editing.
Sony has equipped the M-570V with Voice Operated Recording (VOR) that activates the recorder when audible sound is present, so you'll never waste valuable recording time. Your samples and audio notes will always sound great with Sony-Matic automatic recording level control. This function takes advantage of advanced circuitry to ensure correct recording levels, and the Clear Voice function improves recording quality by enhancing voice sounds during recording and playback.
This microcassette recorder also features an earphone output for private listening. The two-speed record/playback (1.2 or 2.4 centimeter per second) gives you the option of recording on a standard microcassette for twice its normal time. This is great for extended dictation or personal audio note taking. Powered by two AAA batteries or an AC adaptor, the M-570V is easy to use and perfect for students as well as professionals.
What's in the Box
M-570 micro cassette recorder, one microcassette, and two AAA batteries.
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