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RCA RP3538 Microcassette Voice Recorder
RCA RP3538 Microcassette Voice Recorder

RCA RP3538 Microcassette Voice Recorder

RCA RP3538 Microcassette Voice Recorder
3.0 stars
( 16 reviews)
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  • Item: 682182
  • Model: RP3538R
39.99Automatic voice-activated record senses sound and starts recording automaticallyOne-button record allows you to record with the push of a buttonAutomatic level control provides a constant recording level regardless of the volume control settingRCA RP3538 Microcassette Voice Recorderhttp://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0210079_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0210079_sc7?$thb$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0210079/RCA-RP3538-Microcassette-Voice-Recorder/product_682182RCA RP3538 Microcassette Voice Recorder3.016

The RCA RP3538 Micro Cassette Recorder is a compact yet powerful recorder perfect for lectures, interviews and anything else you want to record. It has a contoured design that makes it comfortable to hold and hard to drop. It has a built-in microphon

  • Automatic voice-activated record senses sound and starts recording automatically
  • One-button record allows you to record with the push of a button
  • Automatic level control provides a constant recording level regardless of the volume control setting
  • External microphone jack
  • 3-digit tape counter to easily track the location of your recording on the tape at all times
  • 1 year mfr. limited warranty

What's in the Box?

RCA RP3538 Recorder
One micro-cassette
Clip on microphone
2 x AA Batteries
Warranty Card
Instruction Manual

Manufacturer RCA

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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RCA RP3538 Microcassette Voice Recorder
 
3.0

(based on 21 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (3)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (6)

52%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Reliable (8)
  • Easy to use (7)
  • Efficient (6)
  • Well built / quality (5)
  • Compact (4)

Cons

  • Unreliable (4)
  • Poor quality sound (3)

Best Uses

  • Everyday use (9)
  • Conversation piece (3)
  • Organization (3)
    • Primary use:
    • Business (9), Personal (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Midrange shopper (9), Tech savvy (3)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (12)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Great find, works well.

Other than the plastic casing mold, it actually works pretty good. Highly recommend it. I previous bought a Memorex microcassette recorder at Radio Shack. Didn't work past a day. Whatever happened to Realitic...Read complete review

Other than the plastic casing mold, it actually works pretty good. Highly recommend it. I previous bought a Memorex microcassette recorder at Radio Shack. Didn't work past a day. Whatever happened to Realitic brand that RS used? Times have changed, not impressed with their choice of brank electronics. So yes this RCA micro cassette recorder was worth the price. I even dropped it twice, not at a great distance, but did not skip a beat. Still runs like a charm. Volume is good too and it comes with a portable clip-on mic. Not much in the negative other than the look. Feel is ok, just hope it lasts.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

It is, what it is.

I transcribe legal documents from this recoroder. The last recorder lasted about 5 years. Just purchased another and I am disappointed that no new technology is available to improve the clarity. This is the...Read complete review

I transcribe legal documents from this recoroder. The last recorder lasted about 5 years. Just purchased another and I am disappointed that no new technology is available to improve the clarity. This is the case however with all of these handheld recorders. Luckily the price is inexpensive, so if something better comes onto the market, it will be replaced.

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 21 customers

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5/24/2012
 
3.0

HEAVY!

By Neuropsych

from Miami, FL

About Me Midrange Shopper

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy To Set Up
  • Quality Construction

Cons

  • Heavy
  • No "click" at end of tape

Best Uses

  • Infrequent use

Comments about RCA RP3538 Microcassette Voice Recorder:

This records is very heavy and the other big "con" is that there is no "click" that announces that you have come to the end of the tape.

  • Primary use:
  • Business
  • Was this a gift?:
  • No

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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5/10/2012
 
4.0

Can't find AC/DC adapter for this unit.

By Valuer

from Philadelphia, PA

About Me Midrange Shopper

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Adapter problem is RCA's
  • Easy To Set Up
  • Easy to Use
  • Efficient
  • Nice size
  • Quality Construction
  • Reliable

Cons

  • Inefficient

Best Uses

  • Everyday Use

Comments about RCA RP3538 Microcassette Voice Recorder:

can't get "free" info from RCA. Staples tried to get info for me from their store/on-line computer but couldn't find. Can't fine human to speak to on RCA site.

  • Primary use:
  • Personal
  • Was this a gift?:
  • No

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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5/5/2012
 
3.0

adequate. voice clarity fair.

By Old dude

from NJ

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy to Use

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Everyday Use

    Comments about RCA RP3538 Microcassette Voice Recorder:

    No longer any selection of quality microcassette recorders.

    • Primary use:
    • Business
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    4/26/2012
     
    5.0

    Solidly made!

    By fungus

    from ft. lauderdale, florida

    About Me Budget Shopper

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Easy to Use
    • Efficient
    • Quality Construction
    • Reliable

    Cons

    • None

    Best Uses

    • Everyday Use

    Comments about RCA RP3538 Microcassette Voice Recorder:

    none

    • Primary use:
    • Business
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    4/24/2012
     
    1.0

    Disappointed

    By discouraged

    from Brunswick, ME

    About Me Midrange Shopper

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

      Cons

      • Unreliable

      Best Uses

        Comments about RCA RP3538 Microcassette Voice Recorder:

        I bought this to use at a business meeting. The set up seemed easy. The red light was on so I didn't worry. After the meeting when I rewound it to listen to the comments, NOTHING was there! Of course I can't find my receipt.

        • Primary use:
        • Business
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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        4/3/2012
         
        5.0

        Versatile and Easy to Use Recorder

        By Sir Anthony

        from Sarasota, FL

        About Me Budget Shopper

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Set Up
        • Easy to Use
        • Efficient
        • Quality Construction
        • Reliable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Everyday Use
          • Organization
          • Presentations

          Comments about RCA RP3538 Microcassette Voice Recorder:

          Great Product and Easy to Use.

          • Primary use:
          • Business
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          • Q:

            Does this have an automatic shutoff or alarm notification for when tape reaches the end.
            Asked on 4/3/2012 by Anonymous

            2 answers

            • CUSTOMER CARE

              A:

              This has automatic shutoff but not alarm notification when the tape reaches the end.

              Answered on 4/5/2012 by Bonnie B from Staples

            • CUSTOMER CARE

              A:

              Yes. There are two tape speeds: Normal-is the tape speed which is compatible with
              most single-speed microcassette recorders./ and 1/2—doubles the record time and will allow up to 2 hours of recording time when using both sides of a 60 minute (MC-60) microcassette tape. When one side of the tape is used the recorder will stop. You then flip it over to use the other side.

              Answered on 4/5/2012 by Cindy R from Staples

          • Q:

            Does this product come with a power cord, and if not, does it have a port to plug one in?
            Asked on 7/22/2011 by Anonymous

            1 answer

            • CUSTOMER CARE

              A:

              No, this Voice Recorder does not have an AC/DC power cord included. Yes, one may be use with this product to save batteries.

              Answered on 7/27/2011 by Bonnie B from Staples
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