--- product_id: 1142831 title: "Sony Digital Flash Voice Recorder (ICD-PX312)" brand: "sony" price: "€ 233.11" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.de/products/1142831-sony-digital-flash-voice-recorder-icd-px312 store_origin: DE region: Germany --- # MicroSD expansion slot 2GB built-in flash memory 72 hours battery life Sony Digital Flash Voice Recorder (ICD-PX312) **Brand:** sony **Price:** € 233.11 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸŽ™οΈ Capture brilliance on the go β€” because your ideas deserve the spotlight! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Sony Digital Flash Voice Recorder (ICD-PX312) by sony - **How much does it cost?** € 233.11 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.de](https://www.desertcart.de/products/1142831-sony-digital-flash-voice-recorder-icd-px312) ## Best For - sony enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sony brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Noise-Cut Clarity:** Intelligent Noise Cut technology ensures your recordings are crystal clear, even in busy environments. - β€’ **Effortless Control:** Voice Operated Recording and an easy-to-read display make capturing audio intuitive and hands-free. - β€’ **Seamless Expandability:** Easily boost your storage with microSD cards, so you never run out of space for ideas or inspiration. - β€’ **Endless Recording Power:** Up to 530 hours of crisp MP3 audio storage to capture every moment without interruption. - β€’ **Plug & Play Compatibility:** High-speed USB 2.0 and cross-platform support for Windows and Mac keep your workflow smooth and efficient. ## Overview The Sony ICD-PX312 Digital Flash Voice Recorder is a compact, professional-grade device featuring 2GB built-in memory expandable via microSD, delivering up to 530 hours of MP3 recording at various bitrates. With 72 hours of battery life, Intelligent Noise Cut technology, and Voice Operated Recording, it ensures clear, hands-free audio capture. Compatible with Windows and Mac via USB 2.0, it’s perfect for managers, creatives, and professionals who never want to miss a beat. ## Description Record live music, lectures and notes with this digital voice recorder featuring a built-in 2GB flash memory, a memory card slot and an easy-to-read display. Press record and capture every sound. This compact and convenient ICD-PX312 digital voice recorder goes wherever you do to confidently capture and store audio with a built-in 2GB flash memory providing up to 530 hours of recording time, plus additional storage available through the microSD memory card slot (memory card sold separately). With Intelligent Noise Cut technology greatly reducing background sound, your recordings will be crisp and clear in quality. Other features include Voice Operated Recording technology, a built-in speaker and an easy-to-read display. So slip this digital voice recorder into your pocket and know you'll never miss a beat even during the longest of lectures or an epic all-night jam session.Compatible Memory Cards : MicroSD.Inputs and Outputs: Headphone Output(s) : 1 (Minijack, Stereo), Microphone Input : 1 (Minijack, Stereo) and USB Port(s) : 1 (Mini-B jack), High-Speed USB Compatible.What's in the box: USB connecting cable (1), IC Recorder (1), Application Software, Sound Organizer (CD-ROM) (1), LR03 (size AAA) Alkaline batteries (2) and Operating Instructions (1). ## Features - Built-in 2 GB flash memory - Records in MP3 (320 kbps-8 kbps) - Approximately 72 Hours of battery life (recording) - Memory Card Expansion Slot (microSD/M2) - USB: USB 2.0 (Mini-B),System Requirements: Windows, Mac ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B004M8SSZK | | Battery Average Life | 72 hours | | Best Sellers Rank | #59,066 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #266 in Digital Voice Recorders | | Brand | Sony | | Compatible Devices | Personal Computer | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,172) 4.5 out of 5 stars | | Digital Recording Time | 530 hours | | Format | MP3 Audio | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00027242809529 | | Hardware Interface | MicroSD, USB, USB 2.0 | | Headphones Jack | 3.5 millimeters | | Item Weight | 11.2 ounces | | Manufacturer | Sony | | Memory Storage Capacity | 2048 MB | | Mfr Part Number | ICDPX312 | | Microphone Form Factor | Built-In | | Microphone Operation Mode | Stereo | | Model Number | ICDPX312 | | Number Of Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. | | Screen Size | 1 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Upc | 027242809529 | | Warranty Description | 1 year limited | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Sony - **Compatible Devices:** Personal Computer - **Format:** MP3 Audio - **Hardware Interface:** MicroSD, USB, USB 2.0 - **Headphones Jack:** 3.5 millimeters - **Item Weight:** 0.7 Pounds - **Memory Storage Capacity:** 2048 MB - **Microphone Form Factor:** Built-In - **Number of Batteries:** 2 AAA batteries required. - **Screen Size:** 1 ## Images ![Sony Digital Flash Voice Recorder (ICD-PX312) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51vbeJs4oGL.jpg) ![Sony Digital Flash Voice Recorder (ICD-PX312) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51QG5fbEiSL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What is the maximum size SD card that this device can support?** A: Memory Stick Micro up to 16GB. MicroSD (FAT16) card smaller than 2 GB and a microSDHC (FAT32) card from 4GB to 32 GB are supported. The following cards have been tested for MicroSD/microSDHC. Sony 2GB - 8GB , Toshiba 2GB - 16GB, Panasonic 2GB - 16 GB , and SanDisk 2GB - 32GB. **Q: How to add folders in software** A: How to add folders on tape recorder **Q: Should I have bought the Olympus VN-702 PC instead of this? I've just bought this PX-312 device, which accepts a card up to 2GB, when a competitor that is about the same price, the Olympus VN-702PC, accepts 32GB. Did I make the right buying decision? When I record, I don't think I need CD quality recordings. I'll j…** A: I'm not sure why you think the Sony ICD-PX312 recorder is limited to just a 2 GB memory card. It can accept up to a 32 GB SanDisk card. In my "Operating Instructions" guide that came with the Sony ICD-PX312, the info on the various memory cards the recorder can support are on page 40. Personally, I only use 2 GB and mostly 4 GB micro cards, as they can hold up to about 22 hours or 45 hours of recordings, respectively. That's a LOT of conversation! I have been extremely pleased with this recorder and the high quality of the recordings. I've used many recorders, from a variety of manufacturers, previous to this one and none compare in functionality and quality. Just be sure to always have a couple spare AAA batteries on hand. Due to the long recording capabilities, you will need to replace the batteries somewhat regularly. **Q: vox activated?** A: Yes, you can set the SONY to record only when you are talking. The feature is called VOR (Voice Operated Recording). ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great tool, well worth the money *by on Reviewed in the United States April 27, 2012* (Actually 4.5 Star review)I bought this recorder because I wanted a voice recorder to record my conversations with my grandfather, but it has become so much more.In one of my classes, I began recording the lectures, and it picks up on everything said, even very quiet, almost whispered comments. My teacher has complimented the quality of it several times, and even intends to purchase one for himself.It is easy to operate and download the files to the computer, and it automatically records the date on the file, so it is easy to determine which one you are looking at. People complained about the software, and I didn't use much of it, but I did use it to cut the files up into "bite-sized" pieces, so I don't think it is worthless as people claim, it just isn't anything fancy or expensive, but then it was free.Also, I LOVE the battery life this thing gets. I have been recording to the point that I have almost filled the entire internal memory, and the first notch of battery life just went down (out of four).I only have 2 issues with this recorder:1) It makes an initial beep when you first begin and end a recording, and I cannot find any option to turn it off, and even turning the volume all the way down does not lower the volume on the beep. This can be bothersome when trying to record in a quiet or more formal situation. I have found, though, that if I just have headphones plugged into the earphone jack, it takes care of this problem.2) The second problem is that I dropped it off of a desk onto a carpeted floor (less than 3 feet), and now the display has dead pixels. I feel like it ought to be slightly more durable than this, but it doesn't affect the recording quality or anything. This might also be due to the fact that it was refurbished.Overall, I have found this recorder to be worth every penny of what I spent on it; it has been an amazing tool, and one which I am coming to appreciate more in various situations. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works Fine For Me *by on Reviewed in the United States October 17, 2011* The Sony PX312 works just fine for what I use it for. Often, I am unable to listen to my favorite talk radio shows live so I download their podcasts to my computer using the included software . I then transfer the broadcast to my PX312. Takes only a couple of minutes. Then I can listen to my talk shows whenever I have the opportunity. There are a few things that I would improve. The small text on the screen is kinda tough for my old eyes to see. That's a minor complaint as I can put it under a light and read it sufficiently to operate it for the simple recordings I do with it. What really needs improving is a more intuitive system of putting files in their proper folders and marking them. Luckily, my recordings are simple and I just hit the record button when I'm using it for other than downloading podcasts. It simply puts my voice recorded files in the first folder and so on. Were I needing to organize the files and mark them, I'd be lost without spending considerable time reading the manual. Maybe this is not a real problem for someone that really gets into the manual and learns the process. I don't need that. Also, I have to turn the volume up quite high to hear the speaker. Again, this is a minor problem as I am a tiny bit deaf so I use earphones to listen anyways. I like the size of the unit as it fits in shirt pockets very comfortably but it probably would be better with a pocket clip to ensure it stays in when bending over. I also like the "lock" feature on the Off/On switch. I did record some music as a test and it did surprisingly well. But, it is a voice recorder and not really designed for music. All in all, the PX312 is worth the extra bucks one has to pay to get the Sony quality and features. I've owned the $20 models before and I was never satisfied with the quality or functionality (is that a word?) of the cheaper models. I would recommend it for voice recording and definitely if you download podcasts like talk radio shows or lectures. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love this recorder *by on Reviewed in the United States October 30, 2012* Works great for recording lectures. Microphone is sensitive enough so that the recording is very clear. There are lower quality settings but adding an 8GB microsd is about $15 now so 2,000 hours (almost 3 months) appears to be possible. 8GB has me way beyond anything I will use.The recorder will play in stereo through headphones if you drop an MP3 on it. Not the best MP3 player but it's not supposed to be. The documentation says it will record in stereo with the correct microphone - haven't tried it.The recorder will also playback recordings a half speed or double speed (you can set the speed, DPC Speed Control, in increments of 0.1).I also use recorder to listen to podcasts I download from the web, music mp3s, instructional mp3's, etc. With 3 hours being less than 50MB you can fit a lot of podcasts on this, too.You can create folders, like PODCASTS and have it show up as a selection. It seems that all voice recordings go into numbered folders but that is fine. It makes them easier to find.One gripe, though. It does have a problem with USB on Windows 7, though I think that it is a Windows 7 problem. I use a USB trackball and plug this device in with no problem, but one day I had a flash drive plugged in and then plugged in the Sony. It stopped working. I would get errors that said the device was not recognized.After several attempts at uninstalling all the devices in the Device Manager under "Universal Serial Bus controllers" and rebooting it still would not come back. I also tried shutting down, unplugging from power and battery and waiting (this was supposed to work) with no success. I found that with a some patience you could get the device back by:1. Uninstall all the devices under "Universal Serial Bus controllers", including this one, which will look like "Unknown device".2. Open regedit.exe (run as Administrator) and navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Enum\USBSTOR and look for something like Disk&Ven_SONY&Prod_IC_RECORDER&Rev_3.00 and try to delete it.This is the frustrating part. To delete it you need to run as Administrator (or be Administrator), but that is not enough. On my system I needed to Take Ownership by changing the owner under the Advanced Settings for permissions. After you are owner, add yourself as a User to the Key and give yourself Full Control. Then try to delete. At this point more subkeys will appear. You need to Take Ownership/Add User/Delete to all the subkeys until you can delete them all under Disk&Ven_SONY&Prod_IC_RECORDER&Rev_3.00.Detach all flash drives, restart your system, wait for the USB devices to reinstall, then attach the Sony Recorder and it should come back.It seems that the registry remembers the settings even when you uninstall in the Device Manager, you need to erase it from the system under USBSTOR as described so when they get messed up by plugging in another USB flash device at the same time there is a fair amount of work to get it back.Other than that the Sony works great. Not sending mine back! In fact I own two of them now. ## Frequently Bought Together - Sony Digital Flash Voice Recorder (ICD-PX312) - SanDisk 32GB Ultra microSDHC UHS-I Memory Card with Adapter - 98MB/s, C10, U1, Full HD, A1, Micro SD Card - SDSQUAR-032G-GN6MA - AGPTEK Carrying Case, EVA Zipper Carrying Hard Case Cover for Digital Voice Recorders, MP3 Players, Storage Holder for 3D Printing Pen, USB Cable, Earphones, Memory Cards, U Disk, Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.de/products/1142831-sony-digital-flash-voice-recorder-icd-px312](https://www.desertcart.de/products/1142831-sony-digital-flash-voice-recorder-icd-px312) --- *Product available on Desertcart Germany* *Store origin: DE* *Last updated: 2026-08-22*