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Olympus LS-P4 Digital PCM FLAC MP3 Sound & Music Recorder Discount
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Olympus LS-P4 – Exceptional Sound for the Journalist, Videographer and Musician with FLAC compatibility for high-resolution recording anywhere.
The pocket-sized LS-P series packs the advanced technology of Olympus Australia flagship LS series linear PCM recorders into a portable size. The new Olympus LS-P4 is the first linear PCM recorder from Olympus compatible with the FLAC lossless format which provides high-resolution recording – beyond that of CD-quality audio, in compressed file sizes while maintaining the same sound quality as linear PCM. Using capable speakers or headphones, you can wirelessly playback and share your recorded audio with friends, cable-free thanks to the Olympus LS-P4’s built-in Bluetooth connectivity. The compact and stylish design in a robust metal body offers convenience and portability, so you never miss a sound.
Features:
- Perfect for recording audio for video
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- Perfect for recording meetings and interviews
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- Perfect for recording music performances
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- Both Mac & Windows compatible, no software required
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- Bluetooth connectivity for audio playback via bluetooth devices, e.g. speakers or headphones
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- High Quality PCM or FLAC 96 kHz 24 bit and MP3 Recording Format
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- TRESMIC Three Microphone System for Superior Sound
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- 2-Mic Noise Cancellation for Recording in Noisy Environments
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- On-board editing functions including Overdubbing & Fade-in Fade-out
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- 8GB Internal Memory + MicroSD Card Slot
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Download the Olympus LS-P4 User Guide
Looking for a windjammer to reduce that wind noise? You will need the Olympus WJ2
TRESMIC three microphone system for high-quality sound recording
Capture even the most subtle sounds, as is with Olympus’ advanced TRESMIC 3 microphone system. It uses two directional 90° outward-facing microphones for a natural stereo sound, and a third omni-directional microphone in the centre that excels at picking up lower frequency bass. This microphone array delivers a wide frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz when the centre microphone is on, and 60 Hz to 20 kHz when off.
96 kHz 24 bit, linear PCM recording quality
This model supports linear PCM recording at bit rates up to 24 bit and sampling frequencies as high as 96 kHz – far surpassing the 44.1kHz 16 bit of CD-quality audio. By selecting this bit rate and sampling frequency, users can make CDs of their own recordings.
Record and playback in FLAC lossless compression format
The Olympus LS-P4 is the first linear PCM recorder from Olympus compatible with the FLAC lossless compression format. FLAC is a format that allows file sizes to be compressed while maintaining the same sound quality as linear PCM. Due to the VBR (variable bit rate) encoding of FLAC, the quality is always lossless while the resulting bitrate is equal to the information in the original signal. This format is primarily used as the preferred format for high-resolution sound source distribution websites.
Manual recording level settings
The Manual Recording Level setting lets you fine-tune the recording level to match the volume of your sound source, maximising the dynamic range for high quality audio recording. This is a particularly important function when recording music. The Limiter function is effective for keeping the volume below a specific level when using the Manual setting. By checking the recording level meter on the LCD display and PEAK display indicator, you can easily adjust your recording levels.
Overdub your recordings and music to create something unique
The overdubbing function allows you to dub sound over a file while listening to it. Create an original recording using sources such as music CDs to make a unique recording in which you “perform together” with pro musicians, or add sound effects such as the bustle of the city or bird calls for subtle arrangements on top of existing data to make something original.
Olympus LS-P4 Technical Specifications
Full Tech Specs available from the Olympus Australia LS-P4 website – click here
Recording media
Internal NAND flash memory
8 GB
microSD card
Supports card capacities ranging from 2 to 32 GB.
Microphone jack
Microphone jack
3.5 mm diameter; Impedance: 2 kΩ
Power source
Standard voltage
1.5 V
Battery
One AAA dry cell battery (modelLR03), or one Olympus nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery
(always use an Olympus BR404 for charging with the recorder)
External power supply
USB-connection AC adapter (model A514; 5 VDC)
Frequency response
When recording from microphone jack
Linear PCM FLAC format
96.0 kHz 24 bits : 20 Hz to 44 kHz
88.2 kHz 24 bits : 20 Hz to 42 kHz
48.0 kHz 24 bits : 20 Hz to 23 kHz
48.0 kHz 16 bits : 20 Hz to 23 kHz
44.1 kHz 24 bits : 20 Hz to 21 kHz
44.1 kHz 16 bits : 20 Hz to 21 kHz
44.1 kHz mono : 20 Hz to 21 kHz
MP3 format
320 kbps : 20 Hz to 21 kHz
128 kbps : 20 Hz to 17 kHz
64 kbps mono : 20 Hz to 13 kHz
When recording with built-in stereo microphone
Central Mic ON
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Central Mic OFF
60 Hz to 20 kHz
- *Frequency response upper limit is set by recording mode during MP3-format recording.
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Recording Time
Linear PCM format
Internal memory (8 GB)
96.0 kHz 24 bits : 3 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
88.2 kHz 24 bits : 3 hour, 45 minutes (approx.)
48.0 kHz 24 bits : 7 hour (approx.)
48.0 kHz 16 bits : 10 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
44.1 kHz 24 bits : 7 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
44.1 kHz 16 bits : 11 hour (approx.)
44.1 kHz mono : 22 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
microSD card (32 GB)
96.0 kHz 24 bits : 14 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
88.2 kHz 24 bits : 16 hour (approx.)
48.0 kHz 24 bits : 29 hour (approx.)
48.0 kHz 16 bits : 44 hour (approx.)
44.1 kHz 24 bits : 32 hour (approx.)
44.1 kHz 16 bits : 48 hour (approx.)
44.1 kHz mono : 96 hour (approx.)
microSD card (16 GB)
96.0 kHz 24 bits : 7 hour, 15 minutes (approx.)
88.2 kHz 24 bits : 7 hour, 45 minutes (approx.)
48.0 kHz 24 bits : 14 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
48.0 kHz 16 bits : 22 hour (approx.)
44.1 kHz 24 bits : 15 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
44.1 kHz 16 bits : 23 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
44.1 kHz mono : 47 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
microSD card (8 GB)
96.0 kHz 24 bits : 3 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
88.2 kHz 24 bits : 3 hour, 45 minutes (approx.)
48.0 kHz 24 bits : 7 hour, 15 minutes (approx.)
48.0 kHz 16 bits : 11 hour (approx.)
44.1 kHz 24 bits : 7 hour, 45 minutes (approx.)
44.1 kHz 16 bits : 11 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
44.1 kHz mono : 23 hour, 30 mimutes (approx.)
- *Actual available recording times may be shorter than the figures shown here when making short recordings repeatedly (Equipment displays of available elapsed recording times should be considered guideline values).
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- *Available recording time will also vary due to differences in the available memory capacity of different microSD cards.
-
FLAC format
The pocket-sized LS-P series packs the advanced technology of Olympus Australia flagship LS series linear PCM recorders into a portable size. The new Olympus LS-P4 is the first linear PCM recorder from Olympus compatible with the FLAC lossless format which provides high-resolution recording – beyond that of CD-quality audio, in compressed file sizes while maintaining the same sound quality as linear PCM. Using capable speakers or headphones, you can wirelessly playback and share your recorded audio with friends, cable-free thanks to the Olympus LS-P4’s built-in Bluetooth connectivity. The compact and stylish design in a robust metal body offers convenience and portability, so you never miss a sound.
Features:
- Perfect for recording audio for video
- Perfect for recording meetings and interviews
- Perfect for recording music performances
- Both Mac & Windows compatible, no software required
- Bluetooth connectivity for audio playback via bluetooth devices, e.g. speakers or headphones
- High Quality PCM or FLAC 96 kHz 24 bit and MP3 Recording Format
- TRESMIC Three Microphone System for Superior Sound
- 2-Mic Noise Cancellation for Recording in Noisy Environments
- On-board editing functions including Overdubbing & Fade-in Fade-out
- 8GB Internal Memory + MicroSD Card Slot
- *Frequency response upper limit is set by recording mode during MP3-format recording.
-
- *Actual available recording times may be shorter than the figures shown here when making short recordings repeatedly (Equipment displays of available elapsed recording times should be considered guideline values).
- *Available recording time will also vary due to differences in the available memory capacity of different microSD cards.
-
FLAC format
Recording Time
Linear PCM format
Internal memory (8 GB) 96.0 kHz 24 bits : 3 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
88.2 kHz 24 bits : 3 hour, 45 minutes (approx.)
48.0 kHz 24 bits : 7 hour (approx.)
48.0 kHz 16 bits : 10 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
44.1 kHz 24 bits : 7 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
44.1 kHz 16 bits : 11 hour (approx.)
44.1 kHz mono : 22 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)microSD card (32 GB) 96.0 kHz 24 bits : 14 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
88.2 kHz 24 bits : 16 hour (approx.)
48.0 kHz 24 bits : 29 hour (approx.)
48.0 kHz 16 bits : 44 hour (approx.)
44.1 kHz 24 bits : 32 hour (approx.)
44.1 kHz 16 bits : 48 hour (approx.)
44.1 kHz mono : 96 hour (approx.)microSD card (16 GB) 96.0 kHz 24 bits : 7 hour, 15 minutes (approx.)
88.2 kHz 24 bits : 7 hour, 45 minutes (approx.)
48.0 kHz 24 bits : 14 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
48.0 kHz 16 bits : 22 hour (approx.)
44.1 kHz 24 bits : 15 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
44.1 kHz 16 bits : 23 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
44.1 kHz mono : 47 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)microSD card (8 GB) 96.0 kHz 24 bits : 3 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
88.2 kHz 24 bits : 3 hour, 45 minutes (approx.)
48.0 kHz 24 bits : 7 hour, 15 minutes (approx.)
48.0 kHz 16 bits : 11 hour (approx.)
44.1 kHz 24 bits : 7 hour, 45 minutes (approx.)
44.1 kHz 16 bits : 11 hour, 30 minutes (approx.)
44.1 kHz mono : 23 hour, 30 mimutes (approx.)
Download the Olympus LS-P4 User Guide
Looking for a windjammer to reduce that wind noise? You will need the Olympus WJ2
TRESMIC three microphone system for high-quality sound recording
Capture even the most subtle sounds, as is with Olympus’ advanced TRESMIC 3 microphone system. It uses two directional 90° outward-facing microphones for a natural stereo sound, and a third omni-directional microphone in the centre that excels at picking up lower frequency bass. This microphone array delivers a wide frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz when the centre microphone is on, and 60 Hz to 20 kHz when off.
96 kHz 24 bit, linear PCM recording quality
This model supports linear PCM recording at bit rates up to 24 bit and sampling frequencies as high as 96 kHz – far surpassing the 44.1kHz 16 bit of CD-quality audio. By selecting this bit rate and sampling frequency, users can make CDs of their own recordings.
Record and playback in FLAC lossless compression format
The Olympus LS-P4 is the first linear PCM recorder from Olympus compatible with the FLAC lossless compression format. FLAC is a format that allows file sizes to be compressed while maintaining the same sound quality as linear PCM. Due to the VBR (variable bit rate) encoding of FLAC, the quality is always lossless while the resulting bitrate is equal to the information in the original signal. This format is primarily used as the preferred format for high-resolution sound source distribution websites.
Manual recording level settings
The Manual Recording Level setting lets you fine-tune the recording level to match the volume of your sound source, maximising the dynamic range for high quality audio recording. This is a particularly important function when recording music. The Limiter function is effective for keeping the volume below a specific level when using the Manual setting. By checking the recording level meter on the LCD display and PEAK display indicator, you can easily adjust your recording levels.Overdub your recordings and music to create something unique
The overdubbing function allows you to dub sound over a file while listening to it. Create an original recording using sources such as music CDs to make a unique recording in which you “perform together” with pro musicians, or add sound effects such as the bustle of the city or bird calls for subtle arrangements on top of existing data to make something original.Olympus LS-P4 Technical Specifications
Full Tech Specs available from the Olympus Australia LS-P4 website – click here
Recording media
Internal NAND flash memory 8 GB microSD card Supports card capacities ranging from 2 to 32 GB. Microphone jack
Microphone jack 3.5 mm diameter; Impedance: 2 kΩ Power source
Standard voltage 1.5 V Battery One AAA dry cell battery (modelLR03), or one Olympus nickel-metal hydride rechargeable battery
(always use an Olympus BR404 for charging with the recorder)External power supply USB-connection AC adapter (model A514; 5 VDC) Frequency response
When recording from microphone jack
Linear PCM FLAC format 96.0 kHz 24 bits : 20 Hz to 44 kHz
88.2 kHz 24 bits : 20 Hz to 42 kHz
48.0 kHz 24 bits : 20 Hz to 23 kHz
48.0 kHz 16 bits : 20 Hz to 23 kHz
44.1 kHz 24 bits : 20 Hz to 21 kHz
44.1 kHz 16 bits : 20 Hz to 21 kHz
44.1 kHz mono : 20 Hz to 21 kHzMP3 format 320 kbps : 20 Hz to 21 kHz
128 kbps : 20 Hz to 17 kHz
64 kbps mono : 20 Hz to 13 kHzWhen recording with built-in stereo microphone
Central Mic ON 20 Hz to 20 kHz Central Mic OFF 60 Hz to 20 kHz