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![Smilism Digital Voice Recorder [32GB Expandable] Audio Activated Recorder with Microphone Noise Reduction and 1536kbps Sound Recording, Perfect for Lectures & Conversation, Indoor & Outdoor](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/417ng1gAWEL._SL500_.jpg)
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Have a look at the Brook PS2 super converter. It lets you use Switch Pro, Xbox One, PS3, PS4 and PS5 controllers wirelessly on the PS2. Here is a link to it on amazon but it may be available elsewhere. https://www.amazon.de/dp/B075462YRF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_2NRDQQG8C98GE02MJMDP
I grabbed one of these and used it with a Dualshock 4 I already had. Works perfectly.
I used a relatively cheap recorder, the Zoom H1 (Amazon link)
Set it to the highest recording quality, which is 24 bit/96 kHz WAV. The key is getting the levels right so there's no clipping. I intentionally set the levels very low, the highest peaks only hitting about -12 db on the meter, knowing I could raise it up later. I didn't want to sit there obsessing over the levels the whole time, that wouldn't allow me to enjoy the show.
After I copied it to the computer, I normalized it, cut the tracks apart, and had a friend who's an audio engineer tweak it as well. He added a compressor and tweaked the default settings a little. That's it. Normalize, compressor, export and convert. No EQ or anything.
Given how small and cheap the recorder is, and how little processing was done after the fact, I am really impressed by how well it came out. It's certainly not perfect, but for spending literally zero dollars on this (borrowed recorder from a friend, used free software) I think it came out pretty damn good.
With any camera that has good video, but no mic input, you plug your microphone into either a phone with an audio recorder app, or a dedicated external audio recorder. (Here is an example.)
Synchronization is important if someone is speaking on camera, and this is usually facilitated by having the on-camera talent doing a single clap once the video and audio are rolling, which gives the editor an easy point to sych the video track with the audio track. in post production. This isn't hard to do at all.
The external audio recorder gives you better sound control and options than all but the most expensive cameras, and I have completely stopped recording sound in camera even if the camera has that option. Each person now gets an audio recorder with a laviler mic and the whole thing is brought together in post production.
For a really good in-depth discussion on this, take a look at this video from B&H: How to Use a Portable Audio Recorder on a Video Shoot. They go through the different ways to capture sound with your video from the simplest to the more professional solutions. You will probably be most interested in Workflow #2: Plugging an External Microphone into a Portable Digital Recorder.
Sony ICD-PX370 Mono Digital Voice Recorder with Built-In USB Voice Recorder,black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XFTWCBJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_GMPPY65ZC6FYDFZK03G8 This one is good (if you are able to offload to a laptop or other device every 48 or so hours) USB is still my device to device connectivity, not too sure if you need a USBC or not
Simplest solution would be a HomePod mini with an automation to play your song when motion is detected.
Most complicated solution would be some sort of relay added through homebridge that triggers one of these https://www.amazon.com/WayinTop-Programmable-Downloadable-Christmas-Creative/dp/B07ZJH9DPF/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=programmable+music+box&qid=1622087478&sr=8-7
(you might even be able to take apart the smart outlet and have it trigger the relay for the sound instead of turning on power).
Personally I’d go with the HomePod mini.
At that budget, I'd recommend a portable recorder, like the Zoom H1: It'll get the job done, and will work just fine for this purpose.
I googled its price, out of curiosity, Amazon is selling one for 109 dollars.
Of course, if quality is really not an issue, then yes, you can always just use your phone; Just don't expect professional-level quality.
Gonna put out a vote here for the zoom h2n
https://www.amazon.com/Zoom-H2N-H2n-Handy-Recorder/dp/B005CQ2ZY6
It's an absolute trooper, perfect for field recording/a quick practice session, hooks up to a computer via usb and can act as a nice mic for lessons/whatever. Its tough, small, and batteries last for a damn long time. HIGHLY approved.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xaPiA83Kcn8
Here's a soundclip of me playing with one
Lol definitely not just you! My first appointment was a multidisciplinary team appt and it was soooo much information overload. I bought this one and it works so well. I keep it in my purse during appts.
This is the voice recorder: TileRec - Slimmest Voice... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZRMHGWH?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I actually don't use this very much because most of our discussions/arguments happen in front of the two cameras we have for security/kids safety so we just "review the tape". I use this a lot because I'm overly sensitive to his feedback and often hear a tone when there isn't one.
Then for texting, when I start getting emotional I say, hold on I can't talk (which is usually true cause when I get mad I cry 🤦♀️) then text him my responses. I use a technique we learned in couples counseling which is to repeat what they said back in your own words, but I do it via text. Then we can go back to the conversation later.
Generally we're finding that he's very literal and I tend to use connotation and barrel forward with imperfect language assuming he'll understand the intent. So we're both working on meeting in the middle.
I'm a former owner of a 05x and I would walk around to make recordings and would hear these kinds of sounds as well.
Your second link is saturated in the digital sounds, mine wasn't quite that bad, but still bad enough to ruin a recording.
Eventually my 05x screen had issues that would have been expensive and impractical to fix, so I just threw the thing away.
Honestly, it was hard for me to make a recording and not assume it would have a bit of the electromagnetic sounds in it.
Get something like this:
Yes, this! The square is the same size of a slim recording device and appears set into a mount/holder shaped like a belt buckle.
Do you still live close to your ex? Any chance you can wait for her outside where she works? If so it’s simple.
Start off by asking if you can apologize. Say you had been drinking with the friends and it just came out. Say you understand her need to blame you but she and you know what she’s saying is not true. Should be easy to admit to her cheating. Oh, when you are waiting for her. Be by your car. Make a point to toss your phone back in your car so she won’t think you are recording her. Once she’s on tape admitting that you did nothing wrong make a few copies. Play it for a few of the people who confronted you. Then walk away
If you have a fight stick then I use a Brook adapter https://www.amazon.co.uk/Gam3Gear-Converter-Gamepad-Controller-Keychain/dp/B075462YRF/ref=asc_df_B075462YRF/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=310689469388&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12832723877603259187&hvpone=&hvptwo=... Works pretty well.
I got this cheap recorder for meetings. I was surprised how well it works, and it picks up all of the background noises and voices, especially when I listen back with headphones to transcribe meetings. You can download recordings as well. Good luck!
EVISTR 16GB Digital Voice... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CPNR79C?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I use a completely separate device to record my sets. I have one of these (except mine is older and doesn't have the usb built in).
Parents need to give their kids recording devices. Zoom meetings were an eye opener. But the problem hasn't gone away.
Amazon has recorders for $40.
I used this Gam3Gear Brook Switch Pro/Xbox One/PS3/PS4/PS5 to PS Classic/PS2 Super Converter With Gam3Gear Keychain https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B075462YRF/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_9RKZWW33JASMZAS1MGD4
You can power it with the ps2's usb (i did this with the fat model port at the front. It says it supports wireless though i had trouble with that. Works beautifully with ps4 controllers wired.
I bought 2 for multiplayer. One of my (2) usb ports were taken up by the power cable for my hdmi adapter, but i found i could power the second gam3gear brook by plugging it in to one of the ports on the other one.
Bear in mind ps2 era's game mechanics make FPSs a little more clunky than nostalgia tinted memory will remember, I still managed to complete tsfp on everything other than co op with these
If your computer has only one audio Jack, it’s a mic/headphone hybrid. The technical aspects of the hardware are explained above.
You can get a trs to trrs adaptor for pretty cheap so you can run the audio in to the computer. But I don’t know if that will match the contact points you want to connect inside the computer.
Audio input will be mono, not stereo
Best bet is to invest in an interface.
A zoom h1 has a stereo line in that you can plug your PO into. Then plug it into your computer and pull files like a hard drive. Or, it could work as an interface. I use the H5 for that purpose.
Zoom ZH1 H1 Handy Portable Digital Recorder https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003QKBVYK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_WDD9XJBCSGMFZAGCKP68?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
A DAW like Logic is a great place to mix and produce sounds, but isn't well suited to long duration ambient recordings. For that, I'd suggest you use a simple digital recorder like journalists use: https://www.amazon.com/EVISTR-Digital-Recorder-Activated-Playback/dp/B07CPNR79C
Then, once you have the audio recorded, you can import it into a DAW (like Logic) to process the sound however you want.
You could get one of those MP3 sound boards and then also get an audio amp board and then find a better quality speaker that will fit inside the bust.
gam3gear Brook Super USB Adapter for PS3 PS4 to PS2 PC Controller Converter Adapter with gam3gear Keychain https://www.amazon.de/dp/B075462YRF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Q6CK434882VWYS9CN8WN?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I've been using this for the exact reasons you mention, internal preamp. It also it allows me to record to SD in remote settings (down at the train tracks)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005CQ2ZY6/ref=ppx\_yo\_dt\_b\_search\_asin\_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Maybe start walking around with your phone on record while at work.
Or get a pen recorder on Amazon:
Try to convince the co-worker to press charges. No job is worth being physically) or verbally) assaulted.
By a recording device and record whenever you're in a group setting.
Next time, when you have the recorder running, and you're in a public setting, and he calls you a Fa*t; tell him: "What? Are you treating me different just because I like women?" Try and get him to actually treat you different. Aka, makes him say something like: "Yes! Now go do .... you Fa*t" Bonus points if his boss is there, and sticks up for supervisor.
Speak with a lawyer, as you have strong proof of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
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See Fla. Stat. ch. 934.03. Florida law makes an exception for in-person communications when the parties do not have a reasonable expectation of privacy in the conversation, such as when they are engaged in conversation in a public place where they might reasonably be overheard.
Example recorder: https://www.amazon.com/Recorder-Voice-Activated-Recorder-Lectures-Meetings-Recording/dp/B08S35QBTX/
Well you will certainly get a teacher on their best behavior, I however recommend this to find out what really goes on in your child's classroom.
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The one good thing about covid lockdowns, exposing the nutty teachers. Its a shame that the good teachers now have to pay the price for the bad ones.
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ATAB and ACAB now walking hand in hand.
I used one for a bit, after a semester I gave up on it because re-listening to lectures didn't help me as much as taking better notes and going through those and the book. Iirc I had the one linked below.
Your best bet would probably be to just get a small 16GB digital sound recorder; this one can record in WAV or MP3 @ 128 kpbs, and can upload files to a PC for editing.
https://www.amazon.com/EVISTR-Digital-Recorder-Activated-Playback/dp/B07CPNR79C