Sony ICDUX80 Digital Voice Recorder with MP3 Stereo Recording and Playback

by Sony

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 0.5 x 1.4 x 3.8 inches ; 8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B00142U4YA
• Item model number: ICDUX80
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (29 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #32,740 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 15, 2008

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Sony's ICDUX80 Digital Voice Recorder combines digital dictation, MP3 recording and playback, and USB storage into a single convenient device. With 2 GB of built-in flash memory, the ICDUX80 can store up to 590 hours of recorded audio in LP mode and up to 36 hours of MP3 music for on-the-go playback. The ICDUX80 uses a high capacity IC chip, which may be recorded over and used again and again with distortion free clarity. A voice operated recording (VOR) feature is included to stop the recording during silent pauses, saving valuable recording time, then begins recording again without missing a single syllable due to the included digital buffer. Other great recording features include digital pitch control and A-B repeat, features that allow recordings to be heard at slower than normal speeds without distortion to facilitate transcribing and editing, or at faster than normal speeds to move quickly to a desired portion. Selectable microphone sensitivity (Hi/Lo) lets you to record different situations, from group meetings to individuals, more effectively. Direct USB connectivity provides a high speed connection to Windows and Mac computers, while drag-and-drop file transfer makes it a breeze to move files between devices without the need for additional software. Powered by one AAA battery (included), The ICDUX80 includes stereo headphones and weighs only 1.7 ounces, making it an ideal companion in the office, classroom, or on-the-go.

What's in the Box
ICDUX80 Digital Voice Recorder, one AAA battery, stereo headphones, and USB extension cable.

Product Description

MP3 Stereo Recording and Playback --- Allows you to playback MP3 files and record using the MP3 file format. USB Direct Connection --- allows you to plug your voice recorder directly into a USB port on a computer or hub, eliminating the need for cables. 2 GB Built-in Flash Memory --- uses a high capacity IC chip, which may be recorded over and used again and again with distortion free clarity. Drag & Drop File Transfer --- allows you to easily drag files from your PC right to the voice recorder, no software is required. Supports Hi-Speed USB. PC data storage - 5 Recording Modes --- LP/SP/STLP/STSP/ST - Selectable Microphone Sensitivity (Hi/Lo) --- enables you to record different situations, from group meetings to individuals, more effectively.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

35 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Good All Purpose Voice Recorder, July 12, 2008

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David J. Hedwall "F1aberacer" (Los Angeles, Calif.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sony ICDUX80 Digital Voice Recorder with MP3 Stereo Recording and Playback (Office Product)

I purchased the Sony ICDUX80 Digital Voice Recorder mainly to do voice-over work for the videos I make for YouTube. My computer's built-in mic pics up the noise from the on-board fan, etc. so I decided to get a compact voice recorder.

The SONY was pretty much what I was looking for as far as features and price... plus I have always had great success with SONY equipment. Here are some of mike Pros & Cons:

PROS: Small, compact and easy to carry in a shirt pocket. Good Amazon price. Stereo mp3 files. USB direct plug to go into my Mac. Lots of drive space for the files. Easy to read menus.

CONS: Small, compact size.... I have fairly large hands and it is sometimes clumsy to navigate the menus with such small buttons. Audio quality was not quite what I expected -- even in the highest recording quality. There is a fair amount of "hiss".... something I would expect from an analogue voice recorder... but from a digital one? Also if you speak too closely to the mic, you will get "pop" -- when you pronounce your "P"'s. I have a tendency to over-enunciate when I do my voice-overs, so I had to learn to back off the mic a bit so as not to over-drive the mics.

All in all, I would give the Sony ICDUX80 Digital Voice Recorder 4 Stars

42 of 45 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The First Pocket-Sized mp3 Recorder Suitable for Live Music, April 13, 2008

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Epicure (USA) - See all my reviews

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This remarkable little mp3 recorder is by no means just a voice recorder--it makes excellent, high-quality recordings of live music--an absolute first for any device this small. The built-in stereo mics are not bad for what they are, but when I plugged in my little SONY electret condenser mic I produced recordings of essentially the same quality as I got with my very much larger and very cheesily-made EDIROL R1 PRO at 3 times the price.

35 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Not worth it, January 11, 2009

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Ed A. Ogle "saunterer" (Loveland, CO USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sony ICDUX80 Digital Voice Recorder with MP3 Stereo Recording and Playback (Office Product)

I purchased my ICDUX80 from Amazon. There were a lot of positive reviews for this product. I planned to use this recorder in my business and for a class I was taking at the time. Here is a list of the problems I had: 1) It uses 1 AAA battery. It only last a couple of hours at most. You need to keep changing batteries for long meetings. 2) This is my biggest problem. When recording where the sound level is low this recorder produces strange whistling sounds in the background of the recording. I recognized these sounds as MP3 recording artifacts from low quality recording. I thought the recorder was defective so I called Sony Support. The guy I talked to agreed and I sent it in for repair. However they sent it back and it had the same problem. I really don't think they did any repair at all. In the end I just sold the one I had on eBay to get rid of it. I felt as though I had been ripped-off given how much this unit cost. I am eventually going to replace this unit, but at this point I don't know what I will get.