3-in-1 device Capture recordings in stereo, store files via USB memory stick and use as an MP3 music player.
 
 
S-Mic High sensitivity and less noise with built-in S-Microphone System, and a wider recording range.
 
 
Format support MP3/WMA/AAC playback support-listen through the 90 mW front speaker.
 
 
Scene Select Choose the type of recording you want to capture (music, meeting, interview, dictation) for optimized settings.
 
 
USB for PC Easy PC connection with USB direct link-simply plug in and share content.
 
 
Recording time Built-in maximum recording time memory of 1073 hours in LP mode (MP3 8 kbps).
 
 
Intelligent Noise Cut Enhances human speech for a much clearer audible range, and reduces distracting background noise.
 
 
Track Mark Add multiple bookmarks to each recording, and jump to next/previous during playback.
 
 
LCD display Easily manage recordings with the new, larger LCD display and simple graphic user interface.
 
 
Advanced recording Store and organize recordings in folders, perform calendar searches, and monitor levels.
 
 
Multi-language support Activate for menu, message, and folder names (EN/DE/FR/ES/IT/RU).
 
 
Supplied accessories USB cable, stereo headphones,1 x alkaline NiMH battery, and Sound Organizer supplied.
 
 
 
 
Overall
 
 
Built-in Memory
 
4 GB
 
 
PC Connectivity
 
Yes
 
 
Built-in Microphone
 
Stereo (S-Mic)
 
 
Recording Format
 
Linear PCM/MP3
 
 
Playback Format
 
MP3/AAC/WMA/WAV
 
 
Battery Type
 
AAA x1
 
 
Maximum Number of Folders
 
400
 
 
Maximum Number of Files
 
4074
 
 
Maximum Number of Files in one Folder
 
199
 
 
Inputs and Outputs
 
 
Headphone Jack
 
Yes
 
 
Microphone In
 
Yes
 
 
USB port
 
Yes (Direct)
 
 
DC in Jack
 
No
 
 
Memory Card Slot
 
microSD
 
 
Recording Features
 
 
Scene Select
 
Yes
 
 
FM Radio Recording
 
No
 
 
AM Radio Recording
 
No
 
 
Manual Recording level adjustment
 
No
 
 
Low-cut Filter
 
Yes
 
 
Limiter Function
 
No
 
 
Add/Overwrite Recording
 
No
 
 
Pre-Recording
 
No
 
 
Cross-Memory Recording
 
No
 
 
VOR
 
Yes
 
 
Sync Recording Function
 
Yes
 
 
Recording Monitor
 
Yes
 
 
Maximum Recording time
 
 
MP3 8 kbps (monaural)
 
1073 Hrs 00 Min
 
 
MP3 48 kbps (monaural)
 
178 Hrs 00 Min
 
 
MP3 128 kbps
 
67 Hrs 05 Min
 
 
MP3 192 kbps
 
44 Hrs 40 Min
 
 
MP3 320 kbps
 
-
 
 
LPCM 44.1 kHz, 16 bit
 
6 Hrs 0 Min
 
 
LPCM 96.1 kHz, 24 bit
 
-
 
 
Battery Life for recording
 
 
HVXC 2 kbps (monaural)
 
-
 
 
MP3 8 kbps (monaural)
 
30 Hrs
 
 
MP3 48 kbps (monaural)
 
25 Hrs
 
 
MP3 128 kbps
 
24 Hrs
 
 
MP3 192 kbps
 
24 Hrs
 
 
MP3 320 kbps
 
-
 
 
LPCM 44.1 kHz, 16 bit
 
22 Hrs
 
 
LPCM 96.1 kHz, 24 bit
 
-
 
 
Frequency response
 
 
HVXC 2 kbps (monaural)
 
-
 
 
MP3 8 kbps (monaural)
 
60 - 3,400 Hz
 
 
MP3 48 kbps (monaural)
 
50 - 14,000 Hz
 
 
MP3 128 kbps
 
50 - 16,000 Hz
 
 
MP3 192 kbps
 
50 - 20,000 Hz
 
 
MP3 320 kbps
 
-
 
 
LPCM 44.1 kHz, 16 bit
 
50 - 20,000 Hz
 
 
LPCM 96.1 kHz, 24 bit
 
-
 
 
Playback Features
 
 
Digital Noise Canceling
 
No
 
 
Full Digital Amplifier
 
No
 
 
Digital Pitch Control (Speed Control)
 
Yes
 
 
Key Control
 
No
 
 
Noise Cut
 
Yes (Intelligent Noise Cut)
 
 
Digital Voice Up
 
No
 
 
Graphic Equalizer
 
Yes
 
 
A-B Repeat
 
Yes
 
 
Easy Search
 
Yes
 
 
Alarm Playback
 
Yes
 
 
Edit Features
 
 
Track Mark
 
Yes
 
 
Erase
 
Yes
 
 
Protect
 
Yes
 
 
Divide
 
Yes
 
 
Move File
 
Yes
 
 
File Copy
 
Yes
 
 
Folder Name Change (without using PC)
 
Yes
 
 
Additional Features
 
 
Calendar Search
 
Yes
 
 
LCD Backlight
 
Yes
 
 
USB Connection Charging
 
Yes
 
 
Speaker
 
 
Speaker power output
 
90mW
 
 
Speaker size
 
0.79 in
 
 
Others
 
 
Battery type (Provided)
 
1 x AAA NiMH Rechargeable Battery
 
 
Dimensions (inch, w/h/d)
 
1.44 x 4.01 x 0.55
 
 
Weight (oz, including batteries)
 
2.05
 
 
Menu
 
 
Menu Language
 
English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian
 
 
Supplied Software & Supplied Accessories
 
 
PC Application Software (Sound Organizer)
 
Yes
 
 
PC Application Software (Dragon Naturally Speaking/DVD-ROM)
 
-
 
 
Stereo Headphones
 
Yes
 
 
Stand
 
-
 
 
Rechargeable Battery (NiMH, Size AAA)
 
Yes (x1)
 
 
Dry Battery (Alkaline, Size AAA)
 
-
 
 
Stereo Microphone with Shirt-Clip
 
-
 
 
USB Cable
 
-
 
 
USB Connection Support Cable
 
Yes
 
 
Handstrap
 
-
 
 
Package
 
 
Packaging Language
 
English, French
 
 
Package Style
 
Paper Box with Hook
 
 
Quick Start Guide
 
 
English
 
Yes
 
 
Spanish
 
Yes
 
 
French
 
Yes
 
 
 
 
 
 Sony's ICD-UX533BLK is perfect for recording classes or lectures with intelligent noise cut and high quality sound playback. Digital Voice-Operated recording and 5 different scene selections make clear recordings a breeze. Transfer files without the hassle of cables, just plug your ICD-UX533BLK Digital Voice Recorder into your computer's USB port to transfer all your recorded files. The convenient direct USB also lets you charge your digital voice recorder using your computer. Louder Playback Volume AAA NiMH Rechargeable Battery. 
 Specifications 
  3-in-1 Device:  Capture recordings in stereo, store files via USB memory stick and use as an MP3 music player  S-Mic:  High sensitivity and less noise with built-in S-Microphone System, and a wider recording range  Format Support:  MP3/WMA/AAC playback support - listen through the 90 mW front speaker  Scene Select:  Choose the type of recording you want to capture (music, meeting, interview, dictation) for optimized settings  USB for PC:  Easy PC connection with USB direct link - simply plug in and share content  Recording Time:  Built-in maximum recording time memory of 1073 hours in LP mode (MP3 8 kbps)  Intelligent Noise Cut:  Enhances human speech for a much clearer audible range, and reduces distracting background noise  Track Mark:  Add multiple bookmarks to each recording, and jump to next/previous during playback  LCD Display:  Easily manage recordings with the new, larger LCD display and simple graphic user interface  Advanced Recording:  Store and organize recordings in folders, perform calendar searches, and monitor levels  Multi-language Support:  Activate for menu, message, and folder names (EN/DE/FR/ES/IT/RU)  Supplied Accessories:  USB cable, stereo headphones, 1 x alkaline NiMH battery, and Sound Organizer supplied 
                            
                            
                         
                        
                        
                        
                        
                        
                        
                        
                        
                            Sony ICD-UX533 Digital Flash Voice Recorder - Black
 USB Cable
 Stereo Headphones
 Alkaline NiMH Battery
 Sound Organizer 
                        
                        
                        
                            
                            Reviewed by 14 customers Most Recent Most Helpful Lowest Rated Highest Rated Oldest Images 
Submitted   7 years ago 
By  dave 
From  los angeles 
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Submitted as part of a sweepstakes entry
works great! #sweepstakes
Submitted   9 years ago 
By  Geoff979 
From  Gosport, United Kingdom 
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Great little piece of kit, ideal size and recording quality for the price.
Submitted   9 years ago 
By  Technophobe 
From  Littlehampton, West Sussex 
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I purchased the Sony voice recorder after returning another well-known brand twice!    At first, I thought it was a faulty product, but the second identical model was exactly the same - it didn't do what it said on the box!!    So I opted for the Sony and I am so  pleased that I did.     It is easy to hold, has the speaker at the top (rear and front speakers tend to get covered by your fingers), the clarity of the sound is amazing and overall, it has a very easy-on-the-eye menu system.     I am so pleased that I bought this product over and above any other brand.
Submitted   9 years ago 
By  gtcr 
From  Kent, United Kingdom 
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I use this to capture lectures and interviews and it is brilliant. Very good value.
Submitted   10 years ago 
By  pe2dave 
From  Cambs, uk 
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Bought to replace a ten year old Olypus.
Does the job, mic not as sensitive as I would like (meetings)
Good organisation, connectivity, saves as .wav.
Submitted   10 years ago 
By  vetsolo 
From  Enugu, Nigeria 
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Its quite a useful electronic device and i would encourage it use. Would advise incorporation of gps function and radio
Submitted   10 years ago 
By  Pilks 
From  St Johns Worcester 
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Touch controls ideally placed. Compact size. Recording excellent. Monitoring sound while recording excellen. t External Sony microphone very. Sensitivity first class.
Very happy with the purchase.
Submitted   11 years ago 
By  DAVID1959 
From  Valleyview , AB 
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I HAVE LOST THE FIRST PART OF 2 DIFFERENT INTERVIEWS AFTER THE RECORDER SHUT OFF. I QUICKLY TURNED IT BACK ON AND COULD NOT FIND THE FIRST PART OF THE RECORDING. I USE THIS FOR CONTRACT WORK AND AM FRUSTRATED THAT I CANT RELY ON THIS RECORDER. MAYBE I AM USING IT WRONGLY. THE RECORDER IS A LITTLE OVER A MONTH OLD.
Submitted   11 years ago 
By  phildearson 
From  London, United Kingdom 
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I bought it to record interviews. Great sound quality and unobtrusive form. Connects and charges via USB. Great that the connector slides out of the housing so no extra cables needed. You can record a landline telephone via the mic-in if you buy an adapter (elsewhere) but you might need to boost the mp3 volume afterwards. I'd give it 5 stars if the screen interface was more attractive. You spend more time with the interface than other elements of the design and this one is a bit like a pre-smartphone mobile.
Submitted   11 years ago 
By  Niko 
From  London, UK 
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I bought it 6 month ago for recording lectures and seminars at uni and very happy with this product.Good quality of recording, clear hearing without any noise on the background, easy to use. Worth every penny you spend and it is not expensive comparing to other recorders. Highly recommend it
 
                         
                        
                            
                        
                        
                        
                        
                            Q What is the didtance for recording lectures? How close do you have to be to the speaker to record clearly with no muffled sounds ? Asked by Evelyn  9 years ago Add your answer 
Community Open Reply  -  In-House Expert Hello Evelyn, Yes you can get a good clarity up to about 10 feet from the speaker provided that distance is unobstructed to the microphone hole on the end. From that standpoint, the unit is fairly directional. Keep the speakers to the device''s front. Per customer review:  I attend classes at a community college and am able to hear the lecture recording even when I sit in the back row. I hope this helps you. Was this answer helpful to you