Summary: I've been using the Sony M450 unit every day for several months -- ever since my previous Sony M430 finally gave up the ghost after 5 years of daily use.
Summary: I found this Sony recorder perfect for making quick dictation notes, so much so that I constantly use it and may well purchase a second one as a backup.
Summary: Your recorder must have a fault mine doesn't make any sound at all and doesn't use any battery power when not listening or recording. That's what the red light is for.
Summary: In the grand scheme of things I have not long been out of education and in my profession we aim to continually develop our expertise and knowledge so I still go to
Pros: Simple to use, reliable and very useful
Cons: Tapes will be a drawback for some, not digital
Summary: Intro ------ Everyone has one of those moments every now and again where you cannot remember what your mates said or you can't remember a particularly important bit of
Summary: I bought the M450 Dictaphone some time ago as I needed to record some lectures and interviews. I had this in the days before digital recording devices were so...
Pros: Inexpensive, easy to use
Cons: Seems dated today - A digital device would be far better