Olympus J300 Microcassette Recorder

Olympus J300 Microcassette Recorder

Product Description
From the Manufacturer
The Pearlcorder J300 microcassette recorder is compact, stylish, and loaded with features. And it's smaller and more ergonomic than any other Olympus microcassette product, meaning it's easy to carry around. An actuator begins recording at the sound of a voice and stops when the voice does. Fast-play mode lets you listen 25 percent faster than normal speed. And the dual tape-speed function can record three hours of voice on one 90-minute microcassette tape. Also included is a tape counter for easy location of previously recorded passages.

Product Description:
Variable control voice actuator for hands-free operation Automatic recording level Fast play, quick review, and dual tape speeds Combined external mic and earphone jack Built-in mic and speaker Includes 60-minute micro cassette and 2 AAA batteries

Olympus J300 Microcassette Recorder
Average customer rating:

Pleased with the product.

Terrible!!!

Don't bother

Fairly Suitible as an Analog Recorder

Poor Performer

Olympus J300 Microcassette Recorder

Manufacturer: Olympus
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Accessories:

Rayovac 824-24PP Alkaline AAA Batteries (24-pack)

Rayovac I-C3 15 Minute NiMH AAA Size Carded 2 Pack

Memorex High Performance AAA Alkaline Batteries, 12 Pack

Memorex High Performance AAA Alkaline Battery 8 Pack

Memorex High Performance AAA Alkaline Battery 4 Pack

Product Features:

Microcassette recorder with variable control voice actuator for hands-free recording

Tape counter for easy location of previously recorded passages

Dual tape speeds give you up to three hours of recording time on a 90-minute tape

Cue/Review makes for fast, easy message monitoring

Built-in, dynamic speaker delivers crystal-clear sound; does not include a blank microcassette tape (as stated on the packaging)

ASIN: B00005LM8G

Product Description

Upholding the Pearlcorder's reputation for a classy combination of style and recording capability, the new model J300 also delivers great price-performance. Enclosed within a smart metallic champagne gold colored body, these ultra-compact, lightweight devices offer intuitive handling. The new Pearlcorder J300 microcassette recorder is compact, stylish and loaded with features. And it's smaller and more ergonomic than any other Olympus microcassette product, meaning that it's virtually effortless to carry around. Voice actuator begins recording at the sound of a voice - and stops when the voice does. Fast play mode lets you listen 25% faster than normal speed. And the dual tape speed function can record three hours of voice on one 90-minute microcassette tape.

Customer Reviews:

Pleased with the product. .......2007-04-10

I am pleased with the dictaphone that I purchased. The one button feature for recording, rewinding, etc. is very helpful in that you don't have to keep moving your fingers to locate additional buttons to do the job quickly and efficiently.

Terrible!!!.......2005-06-01

I had the recorder exactly 31 days before it stopped working entirely... I would NEVER have bought this item had I read these reviews first. SAVE YOUR MONEY!!!

Don't bother.......2004-03-02

I have owned three of these "machines" and each time, they stop working after lessthatn a week for no reason. I wish I could post no stars.

Don't But it.

Never buy it.

You're beter off throwing your money out the window.

Fairly Suitible as an Analog Recorder.......2004-02-02

I don't understand the three one-star reviews on this product. I remember purchasing this recorder in probably Sep, Oct, or Nov, 2001 and have been pretty happy with it. I've played around with it a few times here and there, and overall it's not too bad. The microcassette tapes are pretty inexpensive; like $4.99 I believe for 3 microcassettes. The speaker is loud enough to hear the playback most of the time, and the microphone is at a convenient spot on the top of the recorder.

THe VCVA Voice Activated recording works almost every time. You just set it to that setting, And it'll record when it starts to hear voice. As for the options you get on this thing, you get 1.2x speed and 2.4x. The 1.2x is the regular speed in which you get a fair amount of time on the tape, and 2.4x is just twice as fast which takes up twice as much tape. The three modes are: F. Play (Fast Play; makes the play probably 1.25x faster), OFF, and VCVA. Right next to that is the 3V DC port. I've never had to use it because I think after nearly three years I've never replaced the battery but once.

You also get a red LED light when recording which is somewhat bright. There's also a pause button, which may come in handy for playback. The only drawbacks I have is that the MIC/EAR (microphone/headphone) jack is for some reason too small for the 1/8" jacks. So I've never been able to use that feature, which doesn't really put a downer on my spirits because the internal microphone is perfectly fine. The other drawback is that about a year ago the cover for the microcassette tape fell off--but I put it back in place and it stays on all right, however it falls off at certain angles.

I haven't had any experience with customer support, because I never needed it. This recorder is fine as a toy, but for a serious business person they would want something like the Olympus VN-3600 Digital Voice Recorder. It's one of the more fancy voice recorders, having 6 hours available to record, but in my opinion looks worth its price tag. The best part about digital is that it isn't analog, so you can put it onto the computer via USB.

Price Paid:
39.99 $USD

Recommended:
As a play-around toy, but not as a serious business recording tool.

Poor Performer.......2003-10-01

I own this unit. I attempted to purchase earphones from Olympus but after phoning them 5 times, and getting put on hold each time, I gave up. I was never able to speak to a live person.
The unit itself does not have enough audible power with batteriess or by AC connection. I do not recommend this unit.