This easy-to-use handheld device lets you make high-quality voice recordings using the built-in stereo microphones, and stores up to 529 hours of recordings on the 2GB of built-in memory. Its USB plug allows you connect the recorder directly into the computer and transfer your files onto computer, and transcribe them using software such as Express Scribe Transcription software.

The WS-600S features a new 'Scene Select' mode, which allows you to optimize your voice recordings through preset environmental settings selected based upon surrounding conditions.

The 'Variable Control Voice Actuator' (VCVA) lets you record automatically only when sound is detected louder than a pre-set level, and will stop when the sound drops below the level.

The 'Index Marks' are digital tags that can be inserted while recording or during playback. These are used to skip forward or backward in recordings to pre-selected reference points.

The device supports multiple languages, giving you the choice of displaying the interface in English, French, Spanish or Portuguese.

With 25 hours of battery life (using Alkaline batteries, SP mode recording), you can focus your time on making great recordings, and not have to worry about the battery running out.