Olympus certainly captured many tech buffs at the CES 2011 with a wide range of trendy cameras enclosed with interesting features. The company has now forayed into the market with the latest Olympus LS-7 pocket Linear PCM audio recording device.
This offering comes along with a pre-record buffer that seamlessly captures seconds of audio even before the record button is tapped and an omni-directional mic to pick up low bass frequencies. It also includes a switchable low-cut filter that precisely restricts undesired low-frequency noise and voice guidance to provide users with audio prompts.
“The Olympus LS-7 Linear PCM recorder is compact and easy to operate, but technologically speaking, there is nothing small or simple about this device,†commented Amy Leslie, product manager, Olympus Imaging America. “Whether you are a musician who wants to record practices, shows or song ideas; a nature enthusiast with a passion for capturing bird songs; a journalist or broadcaster; a choir or theater director or just someone who demands exceptionally clear, crisp sound, the LS-7 is must-have gear.â€
As light as 3oz, the newest entrant sports uncompressed 24-bit/96KHz linear PCM recording capability to capture impeccable sound quality. Offering 4GB internal flash memory, the device comes equipped with a microSD card slot and functions efficiently on two rechargeable AAA batteries. This model sports two condenser stereo mics and a center omni-directional mic.
The audio experience is enhanced since the LS-7 boasts of its capability to playback audio through its incorporated speaker. Adorned by a 1.69-inch backlit LCD screen, the newly unleashed solution comes fitted with an easy-to-use thumb pad for flawless navigation and control. The utility level is further uplifted as the erase and file list buttons are precisely located below the thumb pad.
Designed with a gorgeous, lightweight black body, the LS-7 delights owners with an optional RS-30W wireless remote. Besides the Olympus Sonority software, the audio recording device bundles together a USB cable, a windscreen, a carrying case, two rechargeable AAA batteries, a handy strap, an instruction manual and Olympus warranty card. Moreover, individuals can snap up optional accessories such as the infrared RS-30W wireless remote, WJ2 wind jammer and A514 AC adaptor.
The LS-7 is tagged at around $199.99 (approx Rs. 9,072) and is expected to hit stores in March 2011.
