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Why should I buy a Microcassette recorder?
With a price as low as $25 and a tape size over 50% smaller than a
standard-sized tape, Microcassette recorders are an affordable, compact solution
for recording meetings and interviews and dictating.
Despite their small size, Microcassette recorders are designed to withstand
heavy use and have a tape quality superior to that of a regular cassette
recorder. Whether your recordings will be used as evidence or you will record
over a tape many times, Microcassette recorders are up to the job.
What's the benefit of Voice Activation?
Perfect for lectures and meetings, Voice Activation means you no longer need to
hit the pause button whenever there's a period of silence in a class or meeting.
It will stop the recorder when there is no sound, and begin playing when sound
starts up again. It's a great way to conserve tape space and battery life.
How helpful is Auto Reverse?
Sometimes changing the tape is disruptive when you are recording a meeting or
discussion. Auto reverse automatically flips the tape over so you can leave the
recorder alone, which can be especially helpful during long sessions.
Should I get a recorder with Indexing
capability?
A tape counter is great, but what if you forget to re-set it each time? If your
recorder has indexing, you can physically "mark" a spot on the tape.
When rewinding, you will hear a sound indicating different recordings. This
feature is great for locating messages, letters and meetings - whatever you
record - and for giving instructions to a secretary or transcription service.
Can a slide-switch recorder make recording
easier?
With a push-button recorder, it's tough to record and play back complicated
information without looking at the buttons. A slide-switch recorder has only one
switch that records, plays, rewinds and fast-forwards at various positions. This
makes it easy to dictate and double check complex information and legal
documents.
Is there a place to plug in accessories?
If you want to plug in a microphone or use an AC adapter to conserve the
battery, external jacks make it easier to expand your recorder's functionality.
This feature is especially great for presentations and such.
How can I speed up transcription?
Microcassette transcribers speed up the transcription process. Your assistant
can quickly transcribe the tape using a convenient footswitch to rewind and
fast-forward, keeping the hands free for typing.
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