The splash-proof iXM microphone from Yellowtec is a combination of handheld microphone and audio recorder. The device was developed at the suggestion of public broadcasters who wanted a reliable and easy-to-use recording device for interviews.
A standard SD card, as used in DSLR cameras, is inserted at the bottom as a recording medium. It is operated with large buttons, which are also completely silent. Operation is almost self-explanatory. However, the device must first be switched on by pressing the REC and STOP buttons simultaneously. Depending on the size of the memory card, the boot process takes a few seconds - in my case around 24 seconds - but as the internal battery lasts for 18 hours, you can do this in advance. And if the battery is empty, the device automatically switches to the additional battery compartment with three standard AA batteries without interruption or cracking.
Replacing the capsule: Here is the microphone without the replaceable capsule And here is the un...
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