30 Hours of use on 2 AA Batteries (Included) / Clear-Voice Recording System / Built-in Microphone / 2 Speed Record and Play
Sony's M-450 microcassette recorder is a long-lasting voice recorder. With the required two AA batteries the recorder will last an impressive thirty hours. The Clear Voice recording system will make voices sound as crisp and clean as possible, both during record and playback. The Sony-Matic automatic recording level control is another feature that will improve the recording process; this feature ensures the correct recording level.
During playback, editors and listeners will enjoy the cue and review system. This system uses a slide control, and provides sound during fast forward and rewind, allowing for quick searches. The two-speed record/playback offers an option of recording the microcassette at either normal speed or half-normal speed. This feature ultimately gives you an extended recording opportunity.
The recorder's LED light provides up-to-minute battery life information. To help save battery and mechanical wear, the M-450 has automatic shut-off. The recorder runs on either 2 AA batteries or an optional AC adaptor. Included in the package are a microcassette and two AA batteries, making this recorder ready to use, right out of the box.
What's in the Box Sony M-450 microcassette recorder, cassette, 2 AA batteries, ninety day warranty and user's manual.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 3.5 / 5.0
Works well for me!:
I've been using the Sony M450 unit every day for several months -- ever since my previous Sony M430 finally gave up the ghost after 5 years of daily use. It works well, and gets the job done. Another reviewer complained of the lack of an "on/off" switch. This is not a problem for me, as the unit is "off" unless you turn it on. I recommend it, and would buy another one (if I needed another one!). A very good value for the money.
Order incomplete:
This product seems to work ok, but seller didn't include part of package that was advertised.
Ideal for Dictation:
I found this Sony recorder perfect for making quick dictation notes, so much so that I constantly use it and may well purchase a second one as a backup. It is ergonomically well designed, the appropriate control buttons easily accessed, and doesn't attempt to look fancy like the Olympus models. It has a clear voice replay, with a very well designed Cue and Review Control (rather oval shaped, so you don't accidentally hit any wrong buttons), the record button is prominently red and the microphone silver, so... more info
I have no idea what your talking about:
Your recorder must have a fault mine doesn't make any sound at all and doesn't use any battery power when not listening or recording. That's what the red light is for.
Advantages: One touch recording Speed of tape switch Clear voice thingy Looks pretty cool
