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Sony ICD-UX560 4GB Audio Recorder

Audio Recorders - Sony 4GB ICD-UX560
Sony 4GB ICD-UX560

Overview

The Sony ICD-UX560 is a powerful and compact recording device ideal for interviews, reporting, and personal voice memos. This device features 48kHz sample rates and dynamic leveling that adjusts to incoming sounds. You can record up to 40 hours of audio in MP3 format.

Feature Highlights

Primary Features:

  • Microphone 3.5mm Input
  • Headphone 3.5mm Output
  • USB 2.0 for PC & Mac

Additional Features:

  • Record In Linear PCM and MP3 Formats
  • Internal 4GB Memory & microSD Expansion
  • 2-Element Internal Microphone System
Audio Recorders - Sony 4GB ICD-UX560
Sony 4GB ICD-UX560

Overview

The Sony ICD-UX560 is a powerful and compact recording device ideal for interviews, reporting, and personal voice memos. This device features 48kHz sample rates and dynamic leveling that adjusts to incoming sounds. You can record up to 40 hours of audio in MP3 format.

Feature Highlights

Primary Features:

  • Microphone 3.5mm Input
  • Headphone 3.5mm Output
  • USB 2.0 for PC & Mac

Additional Features:

  • Record In Linear PCM and MP3 Formats
  • Internal 4GB Memory & microSD Expansion
  • 2-Element Internal Microphone System

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the circulation limits for this equipment?

This equipment has the following limits for circulation and usage:

DescriptionCirculation Limits
Minimum Length of Reservation/Checkout 30 Minutes (Standard)
Maximum Length of Reservation/Checkout 7 Days (Standard)
What comes in this kit?
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Sony 4GB ICD-UX560

 1 Audio Recorders - Sony 4GB ICD-UX560
How do I format the internal memory?

1. Press Home/Back button

2. Navigate to settings and press play ▶️ button

3. Navigate to Common Settings and press play ▶️ button

4. Navigate to Reset/Format and press play ▶️ button

5. Navigate to Format Built-in Memory and press play ▶️ button

6. Player will ask if you would like to "Delete all Data" -  Select Yes

7. Internal Memory is now formatted and ready to record

What are the full technical specifications?
Recording 
Type Digital
Mode Stereo
Recording Format MP3
LPCM
MPEG-4
Bit-Depth 16
Bit-Rate 32 kbps - 320 kbps
16 -bit 
Sample Rate 11.025 kHz - 48 kHz
One-Click Recording No
Voice Activated Recording No
Microphone Type Internal Stereo - 2 Elements
Microphone Sensitivity Manual SENS Setting
Auto SENS Setting
High/Low
Medium
Frequency Response 50 Hz - 20 kHz @ 44.1 kHz Sample Rate / 16 Bit LPCM
50 Hz - 20 kHz
Playback
Playback Formats MP3
PCM (WAV)
AAC
WMA
Bit-Rate MP3: 128 - 256Kbps
WMA: 32 - 192Kbps
Speaker Yes
Speaker Size 0.63" / 16 mm
Power Output 150 mW
Features
Indicators Power, Low Battery, Recording, Voice Volume, Peak
Erase Protect Yes
On Screen Clock Yes
Safety Lock No
Search Track Mark
Power
Battery Type 1 x Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
Power Adapter No
General
Internal Memory Installed: Flash Memory - 4 GB
Compatible Memory Cards microSD
Connectors 1/8" mini Female Microphone In
1/8" mini Female Headphone Out
USB USB 2.0 (A)
Platform Windows, macOS/OS X
Dimensions (WxHxD) 1.44 x 4.00 x .41" (36.6 x 101.5 x 10.5 mm)
Weight 1.83 oz (52 g)
Where can I find manufacturer support?

Visit the Sony manufacturer website.

Disclaimer: Manufacturer support pages may list alternate accessories.

Last Modified:   Tue, July 5, 2022 11:13 AM CDT