The Best Voice Recorders 2024

1. TASCAM - Four Track Digital Audio Recorder and USB Audio Interface

Voice-operated recording; 8GB NAND flash memory; microSD card slot; up to 2,370 hours of recording time (LP mode); variable playback speed, A-B repeat mode; 1.3" backlit LCD display; micro USB connectivity; up to 50 hours of battery life

Delete bad takes and adjust levels at the press of a button with this Tascam four-track digital audio recorder. The microphone preamps have enough gain to capture both low sounds and loud live sounds, while dual-level recording helps avoid distortion. This Tascam four-track digital audio recorder features a revamped layout that offers quick access and intuitive control.

2. Sony - UX Series Digital Voice Recorder - Black

Voice-operated recording; 4GB flash memory; microSD card slot; up to 159 hours of recording time; auto music recording, playback normalization, and easy search functions; OLED display; built-in USB for direct connectivity; up to 47 hours of battery life

Capture high-quality audio with this Sony digital voice recorder. The easy-to-use high-sensitivity S-microphone lets you record various sound frequencies, while 4GB of built-in memory and an expandable microSD card slot provide ample storage for your files. This Sony digital voice recorder has a lithium battery and USB port for reliable power and fast data transfer.

3. Sony - PX Series Digital Voice Recorder - Black

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Capture crystal clear audio with this Sony digital voice recorder. Singers looking to keep track of their inspiration and working professionals, who don't want to forget important details, benefit from this recorder's high-quality MP3 audio. This Sony digital voice recorder utilizes the Noise Cut technology to enhance human speech recording and filter out background noise.

4. Sony - PX Series Digital Voice Recorder - Black

Voice-operated recording; 4GB flash memory; microSD card slot; up to 159 hours of recording time; auto music recording, playback normalization, and easy search functions; OLED display; built-in USB for direct connectivity; up to 47 hours of battery life

Store hours of high-quality audio with this Sony digital voice recorder. The highly sensitive S-microphone operates in either Focus or Wide mode to optimize sound quality depending on the event setting. This Sony digital voice recorder has 4GB of on-board memory, an expandable microSD storage and USB connectivity for PC transfer and quick charging.

5. Olympus TP-8 Telephone Conversation Recording Device

The Olympus TP-8 Telephone Pick-Up combines a telephone pick-up, earphone and microphone in one small unit. IT's perfect for recording phone calls and suitable for most mobile phones. All you have to do is plug the TP-8 into the mic jack on your voice recorder and place the earphone into your ear. Although the TP-8 is ideal for cellular phones, it also works for land lines and DECT calling. For added comfort, small, medium and large size earpiece tips are included.

Telephone pick-up, earphone and microphone in one unit Ideal for recording phone conversations Suitable for mobile phones and land lines (including DECT standards)

6. TASCAM - Stereo Handheld Digital Audio Recorder and USB Audio Interface

Voice-operated recording; 8GB NAND flash memory; microSD card slot; up to 2,370 hours of recording time (LP mode); variable playback speed, A-B repeat mode; 1.3" backlit LCD display; micro USB connectivity; up to 50 hours of battery life

Record high-quality sound in MP3 or WAV format with this Tascam stereo handheld audio recorder. Two omnidirectional microphones handle up to 125 dB SPL, sensitive enough to capture every detail with minimal background noise. This Tascam stereo handheld audio recorder features three auto level modes to help prevent distortion, while Dictation mode lets you seamlessly move back and forth while playing back a recording and transcribing.

7. Olympus - WS-Series Digital Voice Recorder - Black

Voice-operated recording; VCVA technology; 8GB internal memory; up to 32GB microSD media card slot; up to 2,080 hours of recording time in Mono mode; multiple playback modes; three recording modes; built-in LCD-display; USB-direct connection; up to 110 hours of battery life

Play back important notes and lectures with this Olympus digital voice recorder. The noise-cancellation feature minimizes background noise to increase playback quality, and you can choose from seven recording scenes to find settings that match your recording environment. This black Olympus digital voice recorder uses Voice Balancer technology to increase the volume of soft sounds and minimize loud noises.

8. Sony - BX Series Digital Voice Recorder - Silver

4GB internal flash memory; up to 4,175 hours of recording time; Noise Cut function; Low Cut filter; Digital Pitch Control function; LCD display; up to 30 hours of battery life with included batteries

This Sony ICDBX140 digital voice recorder features 4GB of internal flash memory, so you can easily store up to 4,175 hours of audio. A Noise Cut function and Low Cut filter promote crisp, clear results with minimal background noise.

9. GPX - Digital Voice Recorder - Black

Voice-operated recording; 4GB flash memory; up to 270 hours of recording time; erases audio files, multiple playback modes; digital display; 13.5 hours of battery life

Capture live audio with this GPX digital voice recorder. Its 4GB of memory let you record over 270 hours of interviews, conversations and seminars, and its voice-activated system provides easy, automatic operation. This compact GPX digital voice recorder comes with earbuds and a microphone with clip for hands-free listening and recording.

10. TASCAM - Stereo Handheld Digital Audio Recorder and USB Audio Interface

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Access recordings and adjust levels with the click of a thumb using this Tascam stereo handheld audio recorder. Two cardioid condenser microphones can be configured in AB or XY orientation for clear audio reproduction with minimal phase displacement between channels. This Tascam stereo handheld audio recorder with increased storage capacity features a mini-jack stereo port, letting you charge or use your own microphone.