Everyday recorder for use in a wide variety of situations.
The WS series established for its clear audio quality and superb operability has been improved. The new WS-852 features a new Intelligent Auto Mode, which is perfect for when there is a distance between the speakers and recorder, such as in large meeting rooms. The recorder optimises the recording level regardless of whether the audio source is near or far, making it possible to record audio that is easy to listen to. Simple Mode has been added to the menu for easy, intuitive controls that are perfect for beginners. The new WS series recorders can be used in a wide range of situations, from students to business users.
High quality recording
With the ease of use found in all WS series recorders, this model achieves a highly realistic stereo feeling thanks to the two low noise, high sensitivity microphones. The new Intelligent Auto Mode provides automatic sensitivity adjustment, and a Low-cut filter removes unnecessary noise from your recordings.
Playback functions
Featuring an array of playback features to accommodate your needs, such the Voice Filter to clarify and enhance voice within recordings.
Usability
The new Simple Mode is perfect for beginners as it displays only necessary information in a large font, and shows only key functions in the menu.
Specifications
Recording formats
Recording formats
MP3 format
Sampling frequency
128 kbps
44.1 kHz
64 kbps mono
44.1 kHz
8 kbps mono
11.025 kHz
Maximum headphone output
Maximum headphone output
Less than 150 mV (conforms to EN 50332-2)
Recording media
Internal NAND flash memory
4 GB
microSD card
2 GB – 32 GB
Speaker
Type
Built-in 20 mm diameter round dynamic speaker
Maximum working output
250 mW (8 Ω speaker)
Jack
Microphone jack
3.5 mm diameter; Impedance: 2 kΩ
Earphone jack
3.5 mm diameter; Impedance: 8 Ω or more
Power source
Standard voltage
3 V
Battery
2 AAA batteries
External dimensions / Weight / Operating temperature
External dimensions
111.5 mm × 39 mm × 18 mm
Not including largest projection.
Weight
77g
Including battery.
Operating temperature
0 to 42°C (32 to 107.6°F)
Frequency response
When recording from microphone jack
128 kbps : 40 Hz to 17 kHz
64 kbps mono : 40 Hz to 15 kHz
8 kbps mono : 40 Hz to 3.5 kHz
When recording with built-in microphone
70Hz ～ 17 kHz
Frequency response upper limit is set by recording mode during MP3-format recording.
During playback
30Hz ～ 20kHz
Frequency response upper limit is set by recording mode during MP3-format recording.
Battery life (When recording with built-in microphone)
