I know what you are saying, Yet another review of a field recording device with ultra high quality sound? Yes.

The Olympus LS-10 Linear PCM Recorder is a good performer in this ultra saturated market. This item is not available until Mid-March and will retail for $399. What I am already impressed with is the fact that it ships standard with a 2 gig SD card. This high capacity card will definitely give you hours (between 3- 35 hours, depending on your quality setting).

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Olympus LS-10 Linear PCM Recorder Specifications:
• Recording Format: Linear PCM (Pulsed Code Modulation) WAVE
• MP3 (MPEG-1/MPEG-2 Audio Layer 3)
• WMA (Windows Media Audio)

Recording Media
• Built-in 2 GB NAND Flash memory
• SmartDisk card (512 MB to 8 GB)

Recording Time with built-in 2 GB memory
• Linear PCM: Up to 3 hours 10 minutes
• MP3: Up to 35 hours 35 minutes
• WMA: Up to 69 hours 35 minutes

Card Format: SD, SDHC
• Input Level
• Mic sense high: 59 dBv
• Mic sense low: 39 dBv
• Line in jack input: 6 dBv

PC Interface: USB
• LCD: 35 x 29 mm
• LED: 1 color (red)
• Folder Messages: 5 folders, 200 messages per folder, plus MUSIC folder
• Speaker: 2 16mm round dynamic speakers, 8 ohms, 200 mW output
• MIC Jack: 3.5mm stereo mini-jack, impedance 2 kohms
• Line in Jack: 3.5mm stereo mini-jack, impedance 2 kohms
• EAR Jack: 3.5mm stereo mini-jack, impedance 8 ohms
• Maximum Headphone Output: 3 mW per channel at a load of 16 ohms
• Batteries: 2 AA Alkaline, Lithium, or NiMH batteries
• External Power Supply: Olympus D-7AC AC Adapter
• Size: 131.5 mm x 48 mm x 22.4 mm (without protrusions)
• Weight: 165 grams (including alkaline batteries)

OS Supported
• Windows: 2000/XP/VISTA
• Macintosh: Mac OS 10.2 or later

CPU and RAM
• Windows: Intel Pentium or AMD Athlon 1.4 GHz processor, 512 MB RAM
• Macintosh: Power Mac G4 1 GHz or Core Solo 1.5 GHz, 512 MB RAM

Sound Board
• Windows: Windows DirectX compatible, ASIO compatible sound card recommended for low latency performance
• Macintosh: Core Audio compatible audio hardware

Removable drive: DVD-ROM drive required for installation of Steinberg Cubase LE4 software
• Video Card and Display: 1024 x 768 pixels, 256 color or more
• USB Port: One free port
• Audio Output: Earphone output or speakers

Olympus LS-10 Linear PCM Recorder Features:
• 4 bit/96 kHz linear PCM recording to capture sound exactly as you hear it, with dependable, extra-high-quality digital recording that sounds better than a CD
• Multiple recording formats: WAV, MP3, and WMA. Record and playback in the format of your choice for versatility and expanded recording capacity
• High-sensitivity microphones and high-quality microphone amplifier circuitry to capture every detail and nuance and reduce interference for ultimate sound clarity
• Long battery life with up to 12 hours of recording capability-2 GB built-in memory and Smart Disk removable card slot for expanded capacity
• The durable, easy-to-grip aluminum and lightweight, 5.33-ounce body allows you to use the compact recorder with one hand
• Despite its compact design, the LS-10 incorporates built-in stereo speakers that allow you to enjoy high-quality sound playback anytime, anywhere
• The LS-10 Linear PCM Recorder is ideal for any musician or nature enthusiast looking to record audio in the highest possible quality, and great for journalists who need to interview and report news on the spot

Package Contents
• LS-10 Linear PCM Recorder
• Strap
• Carrying case
• USB 2.0 cable (KP-10)
• Wind screen
• 2 AA batteries
• Warranty card
• Software DVD-ROM: Steinberg Cubase LE4
• Instruction manual

Live Results:

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