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Olympus DS-40 Digital Voice Recorder

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  • Item: 756923
  • Model: 141911

Stereo recording captures every word.

  • Records up to 136 hours
  • USB connectivity
  • Playback and store WMA and MP3 music file
  • High-sensitivity detachable stereo microphone included, offering excellent portability
  • Built in 512MB of internal flash memory
  • 5 recording modes (ST XQ, ST HQ for stereo recording or HQ, LP and SP for extended recording)
  • Variable Control Voice Activator (VCVA) records only when sound is sensed
  • Five file folders, each holding up to 200 files, provide unparalleled organization
  • Voice Filter enhances the human voice by cutting low and high frequency noises during playback
  • 4 playback functions: repeat, skip, fast, and slow
  • Long-life battery lasts for up to 19 hours of continuous operation
Manufacturer Olympus
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Olympus DS-40 Digital Voice Recorder
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.3 stars
(based on 7 reviews)
83% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Reliable (5), Durable (4), Easy to install (4)
Best Uses:
Indoor (6)
Describe Yourself:
Casual athlete (4)
Reviewed by 7 CustomersSort by:
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Worth while purchase.
By Child PastorVerified Buyer from Tennessee on 9/3/2009
Pros:
Durable, Easy To Install
Best Uses:
Indoor
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Olympus DS-40 Digital Voice Recorder:

On the go user. Great for meetings in closed rooms. Picks up all sounds outside makes it hard to hear playback. Otherwise great tool.

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[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Top of the line.
By AJVerified Buyer from orange county on 9/1/2009
Pros:
Reliable
Best Uses:
Indoor
Describe Yourself:
Competitive
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Olympus DS-40 Digital Voice Recorder:

Picks up great sound.

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[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Nice one
By fvmdVerified Buyer from NYC on 8/4/2009
Pros:
Durable, Reliable
Best Uses:
Outdoor
Describe Yourself:
Beginner

Comments about Olympus DS-40 Digital Voice Recorder:

Nice One

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Too much background noise
By Government WatchdogVerified Reviewer from Brookville Indiana on 7/23/2009
Pros:
Durable
Cons:
Too much background noise
Best Uses:
Indoor, Small groups only
Describe Yourself:
Beginner
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Olympus DS-40 Digital Voice Recorder:

Records too much background noise for community or government meetings. Must strain to pick out voices. Returning it and will try another type.

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[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

 
Small, Powerful and Reliable
By GoodwinVerified Buyer from Oil City PA on 6/11/2009
Pros:
Durable, Easy To Install, Reliable
Cons:
Not Weather Resistant
Best Uses:
Indoor
Describe Yourself:
Competitive
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Olympus DS-40 Digital Voice Recorder:

This is currently being used in a University lecture hall to record lectures and Anatomy Labs. Holds up to a full days usage without needing new batteries. Mics pick up every word.

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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
Easy setup
By DanVerified Buyer from Boston, MA on 5/28/2009
Pros:
Easy To Install, Reliable
Best Uses:
Indoor, Meetings
Describe Yourself:
Beginner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Olympus DS-40 Digital Voice Recorder:

Easy to set up and install software on computer. Picked up all voices in a conference room meeting.

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