3 best recording devices

Recording devices, often used in office settings, are electronic devices designed to capture and store audio or visual information. They serve various purposes, from documenting meetings and interviews to enhancing productivity and security. Here's what you need to know about recording devices:

Types of Recording Devices:
- Audio Recorders: These devices are designed primarily for capturing sound. They can be standalone devices or integrated into other equipment, such as smartphones or dictation machines.
- Video Recorders: Video recording devices capture both audio and video, making them suitable for recording meetings, conferences, presentations, and surveillance.
- Digital Voice Recorders: These compact devices are used for capturing high-quality audio recordings, making them ideal for note-taking during meetings or interviews.
- Camcorders: Camcorders are video recording devices equipped with advanced features like zoom, image stabilization, and manual controls, making them suitable for professional video recording.
- Smartphones and Tablets: Many people use their smartphones and tablets as recording devices due to their built-in microphones and cameras.Various apps are available for recording audio and video.
Applications:
- Meetings and Interviews: Recording devices are commonly used to document business meetings, interviews, and important discussions. This ensures accurate note-taking and allows for easy review of information.
- Content Creation: Many professionals use recording devices to create content for presentations, webinars, podcasts, and videos.
- Security and Surveillance: Video recording devices are integral to security and surveillance systems in offices, ensuring safety and monitoring of premises.
- Transcription: Audio recordings made during meetings or interviews can be transcribed later, saving time and reducing the risk of errors in note-taking.
Storage and Connectivity:
- Recording devices typically store data on internal memory or removable media like SD cards or USB drives.
- Some models offer Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity for easy transfer of recorded files to computers or other devices.
Quality and Features:
- The quality of recordings can vary widely, depending on the device's specifications and intended use.
- Advanced features may include noise cancellation, adjustable microphones, variable playback speed, and easy file management.
Legal and Ethical Considerations:
- It's important to be aware of privacy and legal regulations when using recording devices in professional settings. Always obtain consent when recording conversations, and be aware of local laws and workplace policies.
Maintenance:
- Proper maintenance includes regular cleaning of lenses and microphones, updating firmware or software, and ensuring that batteries are charged or replaced as needed.
Cost: The cost of recording devices can vary widely based on their capabilities and features, from affordable digital voice recorders to high-end camcorders.

In summary, recording devices are versatile tools used in office environments for capturing audio and video content. They play a vital role in various aspects of business, from documentation and content creation to security and surveillance. When selecting a recording device, consider your specific needs, budget, and the quality of recordings required for your intended purposes.

Below you can find our editor's choice of the best recording devices on the market

Sony Digital Voice Recorder UX Series, 4 GB Built-in Storage, Expandable via MicroSD, Includes A NeeGo Lavalier Lapel Mic and a NeeGo Micro SD Card 32GB

NEEGO

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Product description

Sony 4GB PX Series MP3 Digital Voice IC Recorder, with NeeGo Microphone.

The 4GB UX Series MP3 Digital Voice IC Recorder from Sony is a digital voice recorder capable of capturing audio in Linear PCM (WAV) and MP3 formats. It can operate at sample rates up to 48 kHz and resolutions up to 16-bit. It features 4GB of internal memory, and supports up to 32GB of additional storage via its microSD card slot. The recorder features Sony's Intelligent Noise Cut function to reduce background noise while recording, and a track mark-based cue system allows for navigating individual recordings, built-in rechargeable battery, and a carry pouch are included.

Key Features

Built-in 4 GB flash memory

Up to 39.75 Hours of maximum recording time

USB Direct-PC & Mac compatibility

Memory Card Expansion Slot (microSD/SD HC/M2)

Ease of use with Scene Select and Calendar Search

Intelligent Noise Cut for noise-free recordings

A-B Repeat perfect for playback convenience

Track Mark function to locate important recording segments

Built-in lithium-ion battery with 3-minute Quick Charge for 1 hour of recording

Audio

Record and listen in Linear PCM or MP3 formats

Microphone: Built-in, unidirectional microphone

Recording System: Digital, Stereo Recording

Convenience Features

Erase/Protect: Yes

Search Features: Cue/Review, Easy Search, Track Mark, Calendar Search

Inputs and Outputs

Headphone Output(s): 1 (Minijack, Stereo)

Microphone Input: 1 (Minijack, Stereo) USB Port(s): 1 (Mini-B jack), High-Speed

USB Compatible

Power

Battery Type: Built-in Lithium-ion battery with quick charge

Built-in 4 GB flash memory - Up to 39.75 Hours of maximum recording time
USB Direct-PC & Mac compatibility & Memory Card Expansion Slot (microSD/SD HC/M2)
Track Mark function to locate important recording segments
Record in MP3/LPCM with a high sensitivity s-microphone
What You Get: IC Recorder, Operating Instructions, Warranty card, A NeeGo Lavalier Lapel Mic, Plus a NeeGo micro SD card 32GB

User questions & answers

Question:	How do you increase sound level? i’ve tried different settings, and the sd card w/computer. volume is all way up. very low sound input
Answer:	The volume up and down button is center right side... recording and playback
Question:	Could you change the battery
Answer:	Apparently not. I didn't find replacement batteries in a quick search on the Internet. But the batteries are rechargeable via the USB port.
Question:	How does this work with MacBook os10 or later
Answer:	Yes. I use it with MacOS Mojave.
Question:	does this recorder have folders
Answer:	Yes you can create folders and designate it as the destination for your recordings.

EVISTR 16GB Digital Voice Recorder Voice Activated Recorder with Playback - Upgraded Small Tape Recorder for Lectures, Meetings, Interviews, Mini Audio Recorder USB Charge, MP3

EVISTR

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Product description

EVISTR L157 Digital Voice Recorder for Lectures - 16GB, 1536KPBS Digital Recorder with Playback Mini recording device, capture voice clear, ideal from remember things, take down notes. Built-in speaker, playback the crystal sound audio easily MP3 Player Store Music File outside the RECORD fold, upgraded design, same music processor as a professional MP3 Player, support mostly song format: MP3/WAV/FLAC/APE/OGG/WMA Small and extremely lightweight Only 62.8 gram and dimensions 101X27X10.8MM,portable recorder, comfortable to hold in palm. Upgraded Feature - 1536kpbs HD Recording Quality - Auto Record: set for recording appointment, lectures, class, speeches, meetings, interviews automatically (Notice: Need to keep the POWER button at ON position) - Cross-platform: recording at MP3/WAV, file could download to playback at computer, cell phone, MP3 etc. - Optimized Menu Choice for more intuitive navigator Why EVISTR Voice Recorder L157? Not just the upgraded from thousands customer feedback A handful useful function, voice activated recording, Subsection Recording, A-B Repeat, a very good voice recorder for lectures, meetings A must assistant recorder for teachers, students, doctor,patients anyone need to remember something WARNNING - Do not shut down the device until you press STOP to saving recording properly, it will show “Saved!” - Do not shut down the device, when you format the device, until it shows “format completed” - Any errors, get customer support quickly, with happy solutions Package 1 x Voice Recorder, 1 x earphone, 1 x USB Cable, 1 x VIP Card Get EBOOK from below section or contact us, visit our online trouble shooting guide

Upgraded Recording Quality: new design digital voice recorder, dynamic noise cancellation microphone, capture 1536kbps crystal clear audio
Voice Recorder Easy Transfer File to Computer : this mini recorder device can set recording quality at MP3 (128kpbs, 64kpbs) / WAV (1536kpbs), simple charge recording device or transfer recordings to computer easily via supplied Micro USB cable, an useful gift for students, professor, teacher, businessman, writer, blogger, anyone who loves to record
Simple & Powerful Recording Device: easy to figure out, press REC: starts to record; press STOP, save the recordings safely. Small Voice Recorders with A-B repeat, fast forward, rewind function during playback, a helpful recorder for lectures, meetings, interviews, speeches, class
Voice Activated Recorder: set the AVR voice activated function, record only when teacher is speaking, reduce blank and whispering snippet, save space and time. Recording your appointment, meetings, interviews,speeches, lectures easily.
Easy File Management: recordings with time stamp, easy to find out when you recorded, what it recorded. Package: 1 x Voice Recorder, 1 x earphone, 1 x USB Cable, 1 x VIP Card, securely wrapped with film.

User questions & answers

Question:	Can you record with the headphones out
Answer:	Yes!
Question:	How long does it record for
Answer:	the battery full charged can record 12hours more, the storage can hold at least 24hours. it based on recording quality, if set at 64KPBS, it can hold about 560hours
Question:	I have 2 questions. Am I able to select voice activated or continuous recording? Does the device have a mic input jack, and what is the plug size
Answer:	1) in default, it was continuous recording. we could go to record settings -> AVR mode, if we turn on AVR mode, it will be voice activated recording 2) This device only support hear with earphone, don't have input mic jack
Question:	How to prevent background noise when trying to record while carrying in pants pocket. Ideas
Answer:	well if it does not matter to you where you carry the recorder they sell arm band carriers to carry the recorder on you upper arm to prevent the recorder from capturing the sound of the material rubbing sounds it captures being in your pocket. I saw it a video on YouTube that's how some paranormal investigators advise so you don't get all the noise pick up from holding it in your hand or the material rubbing sounds, sounds it may picks up from being in your pocket when you walk or move,,,,,,,,, I hope this help you out in some way.

Product features

Upgraded Evistr Voice Recorder

- 1536kpbs HD Recording Quality

- Voice Activated Recording

- Cross-platform: recording at MP3/WAV, file could download to playback on computer, cell phone, MP3 player etc.

- Optimized Menu Choice for more intuitive navigator

WARNNING

- Do not shut down the device until you press STOP to confirm file saved properly, it will show “Saved!”

- Do not shut down the device, while you are formatting, wait until it shows “format completed”

- If you get any errors, we can provide happy solutions

Package Contents

1 x Voice Recorder, 1 x earphone, 1 x USB Cable, 1 x VIP Card

Why EVISTR Voice Recorder L157?

Upgraded from thousands of user feedback suggestions.
New Digital Signal Processor, 1536KPBS Unbeatable Clear Recording Quality
New useful function, voice activated recording, Subsection Recording, A-B Repeat, a very good voice recorder for lectures, meetings
A must assistant recorder for teachers, students, doctor,patients. Perfect for anyone needing to remember a conversation

Recording at WAV / MP3

Simple download file to computer via USB Cable
Not limited to listening on the device itself with built-in speaker (or earphone)
Recordings can be downloaded to play on computer, cell phone, MP3 easily

Simple Operation

REC: recording

STOP: Save recordings

Voice Activated Record

Capture only when teacher is speaking

Reduce blank and whispering snippet

Notice: when recording at voice activated mode, low decibel talking will be ignored in recordings

USB Rechargeable

Voice Recorder USB Rechargeable

Simple download & Charge via USB Cable

Easy File Management

File name with Year, Month, Day, Hour, Seconds

Easy to notice when the recordings recorded

Fellowes Powershred 60Cs 10-Sheet Cross-Cut Paper and Credit Card Shredder with SafeSense Technology (4606001),Black

Fellowes

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Product description

The Fellowes PowerShred 60Cs Cross-Cut Shredder can shred up to 10 sheets of paper per pass into 302 (5/32” x 2” Security Level P-4) cross-cut particles. This machine also safely shreds CDs/DVDs, credit cards, staples, paper clips and junk mail. To protect more than your identity, the patented SafeSense Technology is designed with an electronic safety sensor that surrounds the paper entry and automatically disables the shredder when hands touch the paper opening. With the ability to shred for up to 6 minutes before a cool down period is needed, the 60Cs is ideal for personal deskside use and includes a 6-gallon lift-off head. Backed by a worry-free 1-year product and service warranty plus a 5-year cutter warranty. 16.06" H x 9.19" W x 14.63" D

Shreds 10 sheets of paper per pass into 302 (5/32 x 2” Security Level P-3) cross-cut particles; shreds staples, credit cards, paper clips
Runs for up to 6 minutes before a cool down period is needed
SafeSense Technology stops shredding when hands touch the paper opening
Provides reliable, medium duty shredding and is ideal for deskside use.
6-gallon lift-off head
This item’s packaging will indicate what is inside and cannot be hidden.

User questions & answers

Question:	Can the shred head be used on other garbage cans? I would like to find one I could adapt for a larger can
Answer:	Unless a larger can has the same top shape as the Fellows shredder, I don'r know how you would be able to use it.
Question:	How does this handle unopened junk mail, including sample credit cards
Answer:	I don't put unopened junk mail in it. I shred the credit cards separately and it does very well. So far it has been a great machine.
Question:	How long is the power cord
Answer:	The power cord on our 60Cs is shredder is 5 feet in length. While this is not the case for all of our machines, most shredders do have a 5 foot power cord.
Question:	Have you owned yours for a year or longer? Sick of buying shredders after a year...want to make sure it holds up
Answer:	Haven't used it for a long time. But when I did use it I really liked it. It seems that when used a lot they any shredder doesn't last more then a year. I have bought at less 5. This one I do like. Sorry if I couldn't help

Product features

Fellowes Powershred 60Cs Cross-Cut Shredder

The Powershred 60Cs Cross-Cut Shredder is essential for securely shredding tax documents, credit cards and other confidential materials. This child and pet safe shredder features Safe Sense Technology that stops shredding when hands touch the paper opening. The 60Cs shreds 10 sheets per pass into 5/32-inch x 1-9/16-inch cross-cut particles (Security Level P-4). Shreds for up to 6 minutes before a 20 minute cool down period is needed. Features a 6 gallon bin.

Child And Pet Safe Shredder

SafeSense advanced electronic safety sensor automatically disables the shredder when hands touch the paper opening.

Continuous 6 Minute Shredding

Every shredder runs for a limited period of time before it needs to cool down. This is run-time. The longer you need to shred, the more run-time you will need.