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Belkin TuneTalk Stereo Microphones

Great for lectures!

Written by JV from Old Bridge

Sep 13, 2006

I've had this product for two weeks now and have recorded every lecture so far and I must say, I am very impressed with the sound quality. The professor can be way in the back of the classroom and this little thing picks up her voice quite nicely.

The only minor complaint I have is that when you playback, you can hear the hard drive spin up every 15 seconds or so, which may be unacceptable to musicians and such, but for lectures, It doesn't really bother me. You can also attach an external microphone to avoid this problem. Oh yeah, and it drains a full battery in about 2 1/2 hours. But I don't usually record for that long anyway.

I say, buy it. It's a little expensive but if you're a student, you get a little bit of a break from apple.com

112 of 123 people found this useful

Belkin TuneTalk Stereo Microphones

Absolutely Perfect

Written by JA from Portland

Oct 19, 2006

I bought this device to record music sessions, and although it's advertised as a voice recorder it works very nicely for music even in large rooms, cafes, etc, although it doesn't pick up a guitar as well as an instrument mic (that's expected, though). Believe them when they say CD quality. I was astounded when I heard the playback, especially in vocals, and it picks up from a good distance.

On a fully charged video ipod, i could record about an hour and fifteen minutes worth of sound, sometimes stopping and starting again. I would say this item is perfect for:
Voice notes (lectures, voice-overs for video projects, interviews)
Music events (lessons, an ensemble group, live at a cafe)
Really anything you want to remember, playback, share with friends. Every recording goes straight to your itunes music library so it's really easy to convert to mp3 and send in emails.

This product is quality, useful, and fun! Smaller than it looks in the pictures, too. I'm really happy with it - don't hesitate!

105 of 124 people found this useful

Belkin TuneTalk Stereo Microphones

What's Everyones Problem? Lasts Long...

Written by AM from Los Angeles

Dec 14, 2006

I sing and have been waiting with baited breath for this product so I can record jam sessions, lessons etc. But I almost didn't buy it after reading the negative reviews about battery life. I was also worried about gobbling up storage space. So yesterday I ran an experiment. I charged up my 60 gig iPod and just ran the recorder until the battery ran out. It ran for almost 5 hours and recorded 3/4 of a gig of material Yeah! That's much more battery life and much less space than I feared.

Yes, there it does pick up the distinct hum of the hard drive as part of its room tone. But I can live with that for the convenience of a mic I'm sure to have with me all the time.

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Belkin TuneTalk Stereo Microphones

Superb line-in stereo recorder

Written by MD from Edmonds

Mar 22, 2008

If you want to do line-in stereo recording, this is the device to buy. I tried the MicroMemo, which made good mono podcasting recordings, but failed miserably with stereo recording. This device is simply superb. On the low quality setting, the device mixes both channels into one mono channel and the volume is reduced; not all that great. On the high quality setting, however, my recordings were nearly lossless: both tracks were separated, they were loud and had great range. I purposely turned up the volume until the record light started blinking, indicating my input is clipping and the volume needs to be turned down. That little light is worth its weight in gold. I haven't tried this with a microphone, but I did notice the autogain increased the dB a fair amount.

For battery life, I ran mine until it ran out of space and the battery indicator read that it still had half its charge left (wow!). On my 2 gig nano 2G, it recorded 2 hours, 55 mins. and 9 seconds on the high quality setting. It split the file at the 2 hour, 12 minute mark and lost about 2 1/2 seconds of record time until it started the next file. I checked the recorded files and there were no hints of distortion or device sounds leaking into my recordings (as I've been used to with my 3G iPod 20 gig). I tried this device (for kicks) with my iPod 3G and my wife's nano 1G - neither worked, as expected. Oh well!

Overall, this is an excellent product that is a LOT less expensive then buying a professional field recorder.

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Belkin TuneTalk Stereo Microphones

Belkin Audio Recorder - Simple and Effective

Written by CS from Wallingford

Apr 11, 2008

As an Internet marketer, I often give talks. I needed a foolproof way to record myself so that I could create new information products quickly and easily. So... with my 80 GB Gen 5 iPod, I snap in the Belkin TuneTalk Stereo, press the record button, and I'm recording CD quality sound.

When I talk, I plug in a simple lav mic into the bottom and can talk for a couple of hours.

And when it's time to edit, I connect my iPod, drag the file to my computer's hard drive, and open my editing software.

I tried others. Nothing comes close. The stereo build in mics, external mic connection, the USB plug-in for extra power, the CD (wav file) quality, and the ease of use make this a powerful tool for my business.

I highly recommend it!

102 of 139 people found this useful

Belkin TuneTalk Stereo Microphones

I am amazed, this recorder is fantastic!

Written by JM

Aug 1, 2006

I am delighted with the outstanding performance of the Belkin TuneTalk Stereo: It is elegantly designed to coordinate with my black ipod video in a black leather case. The recorded sound quality is excellent in both high and low settings, with a clear and crisp natural tone. I have not detected any distracting hard drive noise. It is "feature rich", the feature I love is, being able to simultaneously charge and record at the same time, using the included USB cable with my IPod USB power adapter plugged into the wall, (no need to use my computer's USB port). Also, I have tried it with a small powered microphone - auto gain "on", the resulting recording was again, extremely crisp and clear. I also used the line in feature with my stereo, the results were the same excellent quality. The Belkin TuneTalk Stereo is a delight and very easy to use, it has enhanced the functionality of my Ipod Video. It is deserving of my "Five" stars.

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Belkin TuneTalk Stereo Microphones

The Best Mic

Written by DC from Marietta

Jun 8, 2008

I use this mic to record background sounds for iMovies ex. walking in the park, birds singing, and water rippling. I use it to record my chorus songs ( don't read music). I use it to record lectures. It is just like being there. The sound is incredible for the size and price. Easily attaches to my iPod and the iPod just knows what to do, RECORD.

I specifically like this particular mic because the acrylic spacer bar can be removed and now the mic can attach to my iPod without any need to remove the iPod from the protective case. Look around and you can find a case suitable for this.

If you need to have clear recordings at a low cost THIS is your mic.

68 of 79 people found this useful

Belkin TuneTalk Stereo Microphones

Wonderful

Written by DS

Nov 12, 2007

Perfect sound, and very practical.

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Belkin TuneTalk Stereo Microphones

Sounds Great

Written by JB from FORT PIERCE

Nov 24, 2006

As a Photojournalist I use it all the time while taking photo's on assignment for writing cutlines, Slide Show on the internet with my photo's. It makes you feel like you are thier with sound. The battery last three hours on a full charge. Have never hear the harddrive while recording and I use it with my iPod all the time.

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Cyrstal Clear Voice

Written by AR from Chicago

Aug 15, 2006

I bought this product a little skeptical because of my experience with other recorders quality but, this little device impressed me greatly. I use it for recording singers and instruments. What a great little invention.

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Belkin TuneTalk Stereo Microphones

This thing is the best portable recorder out there!

Written by SP from Windermere

Jan 18, 2008

Crystal Clear audio, strong bass, no hiss, full stereo and amazing portability makes this guy the best portable recorder I have tried yet! I use it to record concerts, conversations, even Disney rides! The line in on it is super too. I use it to import records and tapes to my iPod, or plug in an external microphone. But, the mic is so good as it is, I prefer it, even over my dad's professional microphone that can plug into it.

The only downside is that it does take a lot of power (1 hour and 40 min. on a full charge in high quality) but it has a USB port to charge it while recording, or idle. Also, I keep the auto gain off all the time, because the auto gain doesn't just gain; it whips the volume down when it gets loud, and brings it up when its soft which gets quite annoying. Besides, it won't distort anyway without the auto gain, nor will it be to soft that you can't hear it.

Overall, it's small size is very deceiving for such an amazing recording. Don't just look at it, see it's size, see that it is marked as a voice recorder and leave. This is the best recorder for ANYTHING, not just voices. Also, for those of you deciding between the XtremeMac recorder, this is no competition. Belkin wins hands down in sound quality. The only thing that XtremeMac did well was power consumption, which must have something to do with the decrease in sound quality.

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Belkin TuneTalk Stereo Microphones

A Great Mic

Written by JC from Brooklyn

Sep 13, 2008

I think that this is the greatest mic out there. I use it to record songs for my band when we don't feel like going to a studio. This is saving us a lot of money fight now because with great sound like this mic has, it sounds like a recording studio. I recommend it to anyone that wants to record anything, not only music.

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Belkin TuneTalk Stereo Microphones

This thing rocks! Incredible. I was shocked.

Written by BF from jacksonville

Mar 21, 2008

After buying a very similar looking product and being disgusted with it, I worried about
buying another low cost alternative to the full fledged mic. This thing however does exactly what it says! I would have paid 99.95 for it, had I known how awesome it is.
You need a great iPod mic? I play acoustic guitar and just to test it sat across the room with the device about 10 FT away not angled towards me, and played a bit. The clarity,
the strength of recording blew me away. Buy it.

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Belkin TuneTalk Stereo Microphones

Way cool!

Written by AT from San Antonio

Jul 24, 2006

I have a similar device for my older generation iPod (plugs in top). This one has way batter sound quality!! Good job on Belkins part for finally producing one of these. I've been waiting for half a year for a video iPod compatible recorder. Great lil gadget for voice memos, recording music lessons, lectures, etc. Has a gain switch on the bottom, mic jack, and additional plug (assuming for firewire or USB charging/downloading).

If you were content with the older gen device, give this one a shot, you wont be disappointed. Unlike older gen models, this one doesn't play back thru a built in speaker. Must listen to recordings with headphones or thru iTunes.

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Belkin TuneTalk Stereo Microphones

Highly Recommended - Sounds Good

Written by DM from Calgary

Apr 10, 2007

I've had this mic for more than 5 months now - the recording quality is very good - even for music. I use it to record rehearsals all the time, and even gigs now and then. For a sample recording visit danielmenjivar. com and click on "Chica de Ipanema" in the audio section - the band was quite loud (especially the drummer) but the recording still sounds good. The 5G video ipod and mic were on a table about 10 feet away from the stage... ;-)

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Belkin TuneTalk Stereo Microphones

What a change from Gen 3

Written by CW from Ogdensburg

Aug 23, 2006

Just received my new Belkin Tune talk and am blown away with the quality compared to my old iTalk and 3rd gen iPod. Very clear and suits my purpose of recording pieces needed for my choir parts. Was pretty good on the Battery life of the iPod as well! FINALLY!

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Belkin TuneTalk Stereo Microphones

Works Great, Clear Sound Quality

Written by JL from Calgary

Dec 28, 2006

I'm a journalism student and we had to write a story on a presentation being held in a theater hall. I was a good 20 feet away from the presenter, and the TuneTalk picked up absolutely everything. The sound quality was crystal clear. I've also had to use it in really close up situations with a lot of background noise, and it's still worked brilliantly. Amazing product.

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Belkin TuneTalk Stereo Microphones

Great Quality

Written by MJ from Rodeo

May 18, 2007

I'm a musician, I lead a 8 piece Jazz Ensemble. I've recorded every show we've played since getting this device. All of the shows have come out fantastic. It's not pro-tools, but you really get more than you pay for with this little guy.

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