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Sony PCM-M10 (Black)

Item ID: PCMM10

24-bit/96kHz Handheld Flash Recorder with Built-in Mics, Built-in Speaker, and 4GB of Internal Memory

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Pristine Digital Recording, in the Palm of Your Hand

When you need both high-resolution digital quality and the flexibility of different recording formats, you need this recorder. Sony's PCM-M10 gives you the ability to record prisitine 96kHz audio — perfect for documenting live shows, recitals, services, and other events! If it's convenience you're looking for, here it is: you can also record straight to MP3! You can even use the built-in practice features to slow tracks down as you learn each riff and passage. This is an incredibly compact rehearsal tool you can truly take anywhere!

The PCM-M10's built-in 4GB flash memory has plenty of room for your recordings and files, and you can even use an additional Micro SD for a storage-space boost! The PCM-M10 is incredibly easy to use, thanks to its smart control layout and large backlit display.

Sony PCM-M10 Linear PCM Recorder Features at a Glance:
  • 24-bit/96kHz
  • 5-second pre-record buffer
  • WAV and MP3 format record and play
  • USB port for easy upload/downloads
  • Digital Pitch Control
  • MicroSD/Memory Stick Micro slot
  • 4GB built-in flash memory
  • Built-in electret condenser stereo mics
  • Built-in speaker
  • Long battery life on AA batteries
  • Durable metal construction
  • Comes supplied with Sound Forge Audio Studio Recorder Edition software

Record quality digital audio anywhere, with the PCM-M10 from Sony!
Specification Detail
Simultaneous Rec Tracks 2
Simultaneous Play Tracks 2
A/D Resolution 24-bit/96kHz
Built-in Mic(s) 2
Audio Interface No
Analog Input Types 1 x 1/8" (Mic), 1 x 1/8" (Line)
Analog Inputs 2
Analog Output Types 1 x 1/8" (Headphone)
Analog Outputs 2
Digital Input Type No Digital Inputs
Digital Inputs 0
Digital Output Type No Digital Outputs
Digital Outputs 0
Headphone Output type 1/8"
Headphone Outputs 1
Built-in Speaker Yes
Memory (internal) 4GB
Memory (removable) Accepts Memory Stick Micro (M2) and microSD
Built-in Effects No
USB Yes
FireWire No
Power Supply 2 x AA Batteries Included, NiHM Optional, AC Adapter Optional
Max Battery Life 29 hrs
Stand Mountable No
Height 4.5"
Width 2.5"
Depth .88"
Weight .39 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number PCM-M10/B

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Reviews

based on 12 reviews

Great unit!

by Neil from Florida
July 27, 2012
Music Background: Pro Musician
I purchased this unit as a replacement for a similar Tascam recorder. What a difference in quality! The Tascam was difficult to navigate, and the record quality was terrible. ALWAYS clipped when re... read more [+]cording live music no matter what the input source. But this Sony . . . easy to use, easy to understand, and SUPERB record quality. No clipping, EVER even when I forget to lower the manual input levels as the source gets louder... Highly recommended close [-]

Recording with the pcm-m10

by Sean from Australia
June 19, 2011
Music Background: Hobbyist
I have been very happy with it and it would come in handy with a video camera when edited on a computer. I recorded with it at a bird park and the sound was amazing and i recorded a concert with my fa... read more [+]thers singing teachers concert at her house in a wav recording and i copyed it to my mac and burned it to a cd for her and her students and they were amazed of the sound quality for its size and it is great when you go bush walking to get the sounds from around you and would highly recamend it and it would be great for recording a wedding in a church to get the accusits. I brought mine here in oz close [-]

Perfect!

by Taimur Khan from Race Course Road, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
November 6, 2010
Music Background: Classical Musician
Compared to the Zoom H4n, which I also own and like a lot, the PCM M10 has better built-in mics (handle sibilance very well) and quieter pres, start up time is much faster and battery life is very lon... read more [+]g. Separate line in and mic inputs are also very useful. Omnidirectional mics are a very good idea for such portable recorders as the sound captured is very balanced and placement is not a big problem. The proximity effect is still there so it does record sources closeup very well. Comes with a wired remote. I'm really happy with this purchase. close [-]

Sony does it. again

by Doug Kennedy from Ashland, Oregon
July 25, 2010
Music Background: Musician, Composer, Media
I'll keep this short. This recorder is outstanding. For field work I use Rode NT4 stereo mics or even the AT822 (older model). What I wanted to emphasize is with significant internal memory and easily... read more [+] added micro sd cards one can record music at obviously high resolution. The line in records surprisingly with high fidelity stability and very low noise.

Since mp3s are the rage now I wanted to share this. When you acutally record at an mp3 rate directly rather than dither it down from a cd or higher resolution captured source file, you will be amazed at the difference. For instance on a Masterlink if your final master effort is recorded at 16/44 rather than at 24/96 and then dithered down (compressed) to 16/44 when burning a cd you get no perceptible loss of fidelity. Yes the original recording sessions should be at the highest possible (or practical) resolution but when making a final disk try it at its final destination resolution. Ditering down even with exceptional equipment like the Masterlink and its outstanding dithering algorithms can and does often produce artifacts. The same thing holds true for the Sony unit.

If mp3 files are what you want. don't capture cd quality files and have a computer program dither it down to 128 or even 320kbs. Record the source (cd player, even final studio audio recordingetc) directly into the line in at you final desired resolution. I use 320kbs usually but even at 128k you will get recordings that are superior to any downloaded 128 kbs file you get from Itunes or other sources. Don't take my word for it - give it a try. This recorder is absolutely superb both in the field and at making music files you can easily share on the net. For best performance get a good stereo mic. This unit has a mic boost so even most headworn or lav mics work great for certain endeavors. Stereo head worn binaural mics sound incredible as well for b roll/ environmental background sound. Unbelievable in such a small package and as mentioned by nearly everyone I've heard from, or has sritten about this device, the two AA batteriew last longer (much, much longer) than any other device of this type. 24 hours is an understatement.

Home run! - Doug - Fingerpick Magazine close [-]

Awesome recorder!

by Lipe from Buffalo NY
December 5, 2009
Music Background: Classical and Electroacoustic music
Very good portable recorder. If you consider what you get for the price, the Sony PCM-M10 is way ahead of any other brand/model. I recorded with several types of instruments (flute, nylon guitar, perc... read more [+]ussion...) and the quality is impressive. Exactly what I wanted. The mic. preamp is also very good. I plugged a stereo Audio Technica Pro 24 (which actually sounds like crap on any mixer) and it turned out to be really good! Very intuitive, light and portable, solid construction, remote included as well as DC power. You won't be disappointed, you can't go wrong you this little guy. close [-]
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