The product is quality. The keys have a clear operation; the shell is sturdy; The directional microphone have a free swing; Ergonomics is satisfactory; The menus are clear; The screen is readable.
Before the implementation of the unit, you must read the manual and understand every configuration option. I can not recommend the buyer to conduct many tests to understand how to adjust the recording level. There are three modes: "peak reduction", "automatic level control" and "limit". In "automatic", the recording level can not be changed, so must conduct tests to understand how the recorder works. Depending on the recording conditions, if an external microphone is not used, it is almost impossible to make changes in the settings failing to record the sound of her fingers on the housing and the keys. I personally was too fast in this learning phase but I could fix my mistakes easily with Audacity.
This recorder is full of tricks, such as the ability to save over an existing recording (voice over a previously recorded music). It allows the tuning an instrument indicating the deviation from the frequency of the selected note. The USB connection is convenient because it avoids manipulation of the memory card with the access door is waterproof: No need to touch this trap. USB can also be used to power the device if you want to conserve battery power, or for a long term operation.
Recording with an external microphone is just as easy, even more convenient in some cases (I had fun recording the buzz of a bumblebee on a lavender). It is best to use headphones to monitor its work. Configuration with the internal microphone, I was able to record very loud sounds like the sound of an airplane engine, meadows. I found great fidelity sound: that of drone like the radial engine.
I think there still has much to say on this unit is very well thought out.
