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3. Edirol R-09 Audio Recorder (red)

Editors' rating: 7.7

The good: The Edirol R-09 is a pocket-size portable audio recorder that offers built-in stereo microphones, 24-bit audio resolution, direct-to-MP3 encoding, expandable SD flash memory, and automatic gain control.

The bad: The Edirol R-09 lacks advanced features such as audio editing, file bookmarking, and 96KHz recording. The screen is small and hard to see in direct sunlight.

The bottom line: The Edirol R-09 isn't perfect, but what it lacks in features, it makes up in its small size and rich recording detail.

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Price range: $323-$399