With the Olympus LS-3 you can have it all: superb sound quality, smooth operation & a durable, take-me-anywhere design concept that fits in literally every pocket. Its incredibly small size, you'll find many examples of advanced sound engineering: Awesome superior-to-CD quality sound due to the 24-bit/96 k Hz PCM format, two directional microphones with 90° orientation for most natural stereo recording, plus an omni-directional center microphone capable of capturing lower bass ranges with stunning clarity. If it's a bit hectic you will love the pre-recording option, which enables you to start recording up to 2 seconds before you press the recording button. If that's still not enough, you can extend the recording capacity using the micro SD card slot. Furthermore, the LS-3 comes with rechargeable Ni-MH batteries & an internal USB (Universal Serial Bus) charging function ideal for people on the move. Whether you're a musician looking to record practice sessions, shows or song ideas, a nature enthusiast with a passion for capturing bird songs, a journalist, choir or theater director, or simply anyone who demands exceptionally clear, crisp sound, the pocket-sized LS-3 is must-have gear.