IT168 Review In the field of digital recorders, Sony has many excellent products. The high-end digital recorder D50 has always been talked about by players, and the low-end AX series has also been recognized by users for its high-quality recording performance and user-friendly operation. Recently, Sony launched two digital recorder products, ICD-UX512F and UX513F, for the market.

▲Sony UX513F family portrait

As the latest member of the UX series, the first impression given by the UX513F is that it is professional. Although the machine is small, there are various buttons all over the body, including two large buttons on the top. The microphone is also impressive. In terms of appearance, the dull image of the recorder has been changed. The warm red color and bright materials make the machine show a sense of fashion in addition to being professional.

▲Sony UX513F recorder

In addition to its outstanding appearance, the UX513F is also very impressive internally: it is equipped with Sony’s unique S microphone system and intelligent noise reduction technology, and supports PCM linear recording. And MP3 format recording, A-B voice repetition, music playback and FM radio are also a problem.

List of appearance details and parameters

Sony UX513F*** comes in three colors: red, white and black. Its appearance size is the same as that of UX512F, maintaining the size of 36.6mm?102mm?14.6mm , the 59-gram body is also very convenient to carry.

▲Sony UX513F voice recorder

The 1.5-inch black and white LCD screen can display the current status and related operation information. At the bottom of the screen, there are a red record/pause button and a stop recording button. Press the red record button and the UX513F will start recording. Press the button again to pause the recording. If you press the stop button next to it, UX513F will save the current recording file immediately.

▲Sony UX513F recording pen operating screen

▲Sony UX513F recording pen operating screen

In the middle of the recording pen is a circular five-dimensional navigation key, which plays audio Files can be used to perform "previous song/next song/pause" operations. The T-Mark button can quickly mark the audio file when playing it to facilitate search and retrieval. It can also mark the audio file through the included Sound Organizer software.

▲Sony UX513F recorder

To the right of the navigation key is the Menu key to quickly return to the main menu, while the Noise Cut key provides an intelligent noise reduction option that can be removed during playback Ambient sounds in audio files to make vocals clearer. The folder button on the left can directly view the file directory in the memory card or recording pen, and play the audio files in the memory card.

Quick control keys for the recording pen

The left side of the Sony UX513F has a DPC (Speed ??Ctrl) speed control button and a power/lock button, and there is a lanyard hole at the bottom. When playing audio files, if the lock key is turned on, all key operations will be invalid, which can effectively prevent accidental presses. Turn on the speed control function to speed up/slow down the playback speed, making it easier for users to hear the recording content clearly.

▲There are volume adjustment buttons, A-B loop playback shortcut keys and Erase clear keys on the right side of the recorder.

▲The top of the fuselage is the headphone jack and the microphone jack respectively, and the two eye-catching microphones on the side provide hardware support for high-quality recording.

▲Expansion memory slot

There is product-related information printed on the back of the fuselage, and there is an expansion card slot on the side, which can recognize M2 micro memory sticks and MicroSD cards, and supports a maximum capacity of 16GB. memory card, users can configure it according to their own needs.

▲Battery compartment

Open the battery compartment cover and you can see that it can be powered by placing an AA battery. There is also an eye-catching speaker on the back, but the performance of the speaker is average and is no different from the external sound effects of ordinary mobile phones.

▲USB extension cable

There is a hidden USB interface at the bottom of the Sony UX513F. As long as the slide bar on the back is pushed down, the USB interface of the UX513F will rush into the bottom door. Slides out and is very convenient.

The all-round stylish recording expert

As a high-performance recording pen, Sony UX513F also applies intelligent noise reduction technology.

When playing a recording file, if the intelligent noise reduction function is turned on, the recorder will analyze the recording file being played and automatically reduce the environmental noise in the recording file to make the voice clearer.

▲Sony UX513F recorder

When playing audio files, the Sony UX513F can also control the playback speed and choose slow or fast playback. Personally, I think this function is very useful for users who are learning foreign languages: If you feel that the English listening playback is too fast, you can slow down the speed and identify it carefully; if you feel it is too slow, you can also speed up the playback speed to challenge your listening ability. In addition, Sony UX513F can also set A-B repeat playback, which is convenient for users to record and dictate.

▲Sony UX513F recorder

▲Sony UX513F recorder

In addition to recording, Sony UX513F is also a music player that can play MP3 and WMA format music files, for learning and entertainment. The addition of FM frequency modulation function also allows Sony UX513F to listen to your favorite radio programs in addition to listening to music, and can also record programs while listening to the radio.

▲Sony UX513F recorder

In general, Sony UX513F is a cost-effective recorder. Its comprehensive and rich functions make it suitable for business office or study and entertainment. can be applied freely. The 4GB body memory can store more files, and the hidden USB interface is beautiful and convenient. The unique noise reduction system and S microphone system allow the machine to achieve excellent recording results in complex sound environments. I believe this product will surprise users who like comprehensive voice recorders.