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Sony PCM-M10/B Linear PCM Recorder, Matt Black
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Sony PCM-M10/B Portable Linear PCM Recorder, 96 kHz/24-bit, 4GB Memory & USB High-Speed Port, Matt Black

SKU: SOPCMM10BK

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James M : Can someone tell me what the cutoff frequency is on the low cut filter?NILS O : The manual does not say. However, googling PCM M-10 low cut filter led me to Ken Rockwell's web site where he reports on this recorder. He claims "The low-cut filter is extreme, 24 dB/octave at 200 Hz! It will remove all low frequencies, not just rumble and the proximity effect." I would take this advice with a grain of salt, as some have questioned whether all the info on this site is accurate. However, his site was the only one reporting on the effect of this filter. Some others said they relied on audio software post-recording. The recorder does come with Sony Sound Forge Audio Studio LTE. By the way, I have used the PCM M-10 for several years and find it does very good recordings. It is supperb! With a good audio software like Sony Sound Forge Pro 11.0 I can create great audio recordings (mainly speech, some music).
stu z : can this device be written to as a filesystem under Windows via its USB port? That is, could I use it to double as an MP3 player: create folders, uypload MP3's, etc. Thanks.TUAN V : Sorry. Item has been given away as a gift years back. Can't say that I had tried downloading & play it like an Ipod like u described.DON B : Although not with window I have used it as an mp3 player and written files with the Mac. Using just the finder I can manipulate all the files. However with the player you have to navigate exclusively with the arrow keys but it can be done.I love this recorder for it's ability to record high quality audio (96 Khz/ 24 bit) and synch it all up with video that has rather cruddy in camera audio.LEWIS S : It would work on a Mac.DAVID M : I don't have an answer for you because I have only used the record for nature recording and then transferred the audio to a CD.
Al L : Can any user tell me if the included AC adapter, AC-ES3010K2, is indeed worldwide voltage (100-240V) or local voltage only (110V)? Will need some answers soon. ThxSTEPHEN J : The following specs are printed on the AC adapter case: INPUT: AC120V 60Hz 5W OUTPUT: DC3V 1A So, apparently it is not suited for worldwide use without using a separate voltage converter.DON B : I have never used my AC adapter and I don't even think it came with one... Not sure about that. Don't bother with it. It runs for hours and hours on two AA batteries. Just give it a try overnight perhaps. I would not say that it is real easy to operate and I would read the manual before going to China. Experiment with the auto versus manual gain control. Monitor the red (saturation light). I would suggest trying to download to a laptop before you leave. On a Mac this is easy. Can't help you with a PC. Good luck and enjoy your trip. I want to be missionary so I would love to hear about China. hwbagsATnetscapeDOTnet Almost forgot: make sure you record 24 bits and 96 Khz and have a big cardDAVID M : My AC adaptor says 120 volts AC. No mention 100-240 Volt operation. Hope this helps.PATRICK G : Mine says AC120V/ca120V 60Hz 5W on the plug. Hope that helps.

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2013-07-01T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very clear

I purchased this for my husband who does sound recording for videography. He needed something small but powerful. This created a very clear beautiful sound.

Amanda

2011-12-20T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

PCM-M10

Its too early to give an accurate account. at the moment its proving to be of interest to my friends. i'm sure they will be investing in one pretty soon

Mo

2011-11-26T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

a rock-solid portable recorder

The Sony PCM-M10 is a professional-level recorder that works well and feels solid. I've mainly been using it to record sounds that our babies are making as they begin to vocalize and eventually talk. I've also been using it to make field recordings of ambient outdoor soundscapes and will likely also use it to "collect" sounds for future electro-acoustic music compositions (aka musique concrète). It does a great job of recording voices and ambiences. The omnidirectional microphones pickup sounds from all directions and capture the acoustics of the space in which you are recording. The level meters are fantastic, although I wish that there was a peak hold. The 5 second pre-record buffer is indispensable - I love it. The built-in microphones are perfectly fine for the price of this unit and with the appropriate adapter you can connect any external condenser microphone. A windscreen is needed for outdoor work because the built-in mics are sensitive to wind. Sony has been *the* name in professional digital recording, editing, and mixing, especially with their multitrack machines the PCM-3324 and PCM-3348 from the 1990's, so I partly made the decision to purchase this unit based upon Sony's stellar reputation. Although I have been a music recording engineer for many years, the PCM-M10 has ignited my interest in voice, soundscape, and nature ambience recording. I'm delighted with this little recorder.

Audio r.

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PCM-M10

By Mo

Its too early to give an accurate account. at the moment its proving to be of interest to my friends. i'm sure they will be investing in one pretty soon

a rock-solid portable recorder

By Audio r.

The Sony PCM-M10 is a professional-level recorder that works well and feels solid. I've mainly been using it to record sounds that our babies are making as they begin to vocalize and eventually talk. I've also been using it to make field recordings of ambient outdoor soundscapes and will likely also use it to "collect" sounds for future electro-acoustic music compositions (aka musique concrète). It does a great job of recording voices and ambiences. The omnidirectional microphones pickup soun...

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The Sony PCM-M10/B is a 96 kHz/24-bit capable recorder with electric condenser stereo microphones, 4 GB of internal flash memory and a microSD/Memory Stick Micro (M2) Slot for expanded memory.

Key features of the PCM-M10 recorder include a Built-In Speaker, cross-memory recording, digital pitch and key control, digital limiter, low-cut filter, track mark functions, a 5-second pre-recording buffer and A-B repeat capability

The recorder includes a USB high-speed port for simple uploading and downloading of native.WAVor .MP3 format recorded files to and from Windows PC or Macintosh computers. The M10 offers durable construction and long battery life using conventional AA alkaline batteries.

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Key Features

  • Built-in Electret Condenser Microphones
  • Flexible Playback Features
  • Maintains pitch while slowing down or speeding up playback speed
  • Includes both digital pitch control and key control
  • Change the pitch while maintaining playback speed
  • PCM-M10 conforms to the USB 2.0 Mass Storage Class Device standard

What's in the box:

  • Sony PCM-M10/B Portable Linear PCM Recorder
  • Sound Forge Audio Studio LE Software CD-ROM
  • AC Power Adapter AC-ES3010K2
  • USB Cable
  • Hand Strap
  • AA-Type Alkaline Batteries (2)
  • Wired Remote Control
  • Sony 1 Year Warranty