After several months of use, I can confidently say this device has become a permanent fixture on my desk—and not just because I’m too busy to unplug it. The voice dictation works impressively well, saving both time and keyboard wear, while the video quality is sharp enough to make even Monday morning Zoom calls look respectable.
Whether you’re conferencing or simply attempting to look professional from your home office, the performance is consistently reliable. As someone with over 25–30 years in the IT industry, I don’t hand out praise lightly—but in this case, it’s well deserved.
In short, this is an excellent choice for everyday office use. Logitech continues its long-standing tradition of delivering quality products—thankfully, without requiring an IT support ticket to get started.
If only every piece of tech behaved this well, IT departments everywhere could finally take a proper coffee break.
Olympus LS-P5 Linear PCM Recorder - Black
Create impressive recordings for personal recording, music or video production, podcasts, and even for business necessities with the OM SYSTEM LS-P5 Linear PCM Recorder Black. This recorder features the TRESMIC II microphone system, which utilizes three large high-performance directional microphones. This system enables users to record high sound quality from low to high frequencies and near or distant sound sources whose directionality can be adjusted in 21 levels, and it has a sound pressure resistance of up to 125dB SPL. This recorder allows Linear PCM, FLAC, and MP3 recording formats. It has built-in 16GB storage, enabling users to record approximately 3600 tracks at 128Kbps and four minutes per track. Moreover, this recorder features several modes and functions, such as SMART mode for optimized recording, Pre-recording function for a two-second early recording start, Intelligent Auto Mode for automatic recording level adjustment, 2-Mic Noise Cancellation for clearer recording, and Overdub for recording and layering. This Bluetooth-enabled recorder can run for 24 to 72 hours, depending on the format, activity, and battery used. It runs on two AAA batteries and features a 3.5mm jack. It can operate from 0 to 42 degrees Celsius and weighs 78 grams with the battery, and measures about 112.2 × 39.6 × 16.1mm.
Key Features
- TRESMIC II microphone system
- Sound pressure resistance levels up to 125 dB SPL
- Wide range of playback and editing functions
- Intelligent Auto Mode
The high-performance TRESMIC II microphone system faithfully records original sounds
This recorder is equipped with three large high-performance directional microphones. Together, they deliver high-quality sound and enhanced recording performance
Various audio recording features for use in diverse situations
Various recording functions are provided, including a function that makes it easy to make optimal settings simply by selecting the use scene.
Specifications
Recording| Type | Digital |
| Mode | Stereo / Mono |
| Recording Format | FLAC, LPCM, MP3 |
| Bit-Depth | 24 |
| Bit-Rate | 64 kbps - 320 kbps |
| Sample Rate | 44.1 kHz - 96 kHz |
| Recording Time | PCM Stereo: 1 Hours (96 kHz/24-Bit LPCM) PCM Mono: 6.67 Hours (44.1 kHz/16-Bit LPCM) MP3 Stereo: 29.67 Hours (320 kb/s MP3) MP3 Mono: 149 Hours (64 kb/s MP3) |
| One-Click Recording | Yes |
| Voice Activated Recording | Yes |
| Microphone Type | Internal Stereo - 3 Elements |
| Microphone Sensitivity | High Medium Low Auto SENS Setting Manual SENS Setting Limiter |
| Pickup Pattern | Cardioid (Unidirectional) |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 44 kHz @ 96 kHz Sample Rate / 24 Bit LPCM 20 Hz - 42 kHz @ 88.2 kHz Sample Rate / 24 Bit LPCM 20 Hz - 23 kHz @ 48 kHz Sample Rate / 24 Bit LPCM 20 Hz - 23 kHz @ 48 kHz Sample Rate / 16 Bit LPCM 20 Hz - 21 kHz @ 44.1 kHz Sample Rate / 24 Bit LPCM 20 Hz - 21 kHz @ 44.1 kHz Sample Rate / 16 Bit LPCM 20 Hz - 21 kHz @ 44.1 kHz Sample Rate / 320 kbps MP3 20 Hz - 17 kHz @ 44.1 kHz Sample Rate / 128 kbps MP3 20 Hz - 15 kHz @ 44.1 kHz Sample Rate / 64 kbps MP3 |
| Playback Formats | MP3 PCM (WAV) |
| Bit-Rate | MP3: 64 - 320 Kbps |
| Speaker | Yes |
| Speaker Size | 0.7" / 18 mm |
| Power Output | 230 mW |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | > 57 dB |
| Display Size/Type | 1.43" LCD Backlit with 108 x 84 Resolution |
| Equalizer Settings | Bass, Treble |
| Indicators | Recording |
| Erase Protect | Yes |
| Message Folder | 300 (Maximum) |
| Voice E-Mail Function | No |
| On Screen Clock | Yes |
| Safety Lock | Yes |
| Search | Calendar Search Cue Track Mark |
| Battery Type |
2 x Alkaline AAA 2 x Rechargeable NiMH AAA |
| Battery Life (approx.) |
Recording: 29 Hours @ 96 kHz 24 Bit LPCM Recording: 56 Hours @ 44.1 kHz 16 Bit LPCM Recording: 62 Hours @ 44.1 kHz 320 Kbps MP3 Recording: 64 Hours @ 44.1 kHz 64 Kbps MP3 Playback: 24 Hours @ 44.1 kHz 320 Kbps MP3 |
| Power Adapter | No |
| Internal Memory | Installed: Flash Memory - 16 GB |
| Compatible Memory Cards | microSDXC (512 GB Max) |
| Inputs/Outputs | 1/8" / 3.5 mm Female Microphone, Line In 1/8" / 3.5 mm Female Headphone Out |
| USB | Micro-USB 2.0 |
| OS Compatibility | Windows Vista or Later macOS 10.8 or Later Android 8 or Later iOS 12 or Later *As of September 2022: Check with the manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 1.56 x 4.4 x .63" / 3.96 x 11.2 x 1.61 cm |
| Weight | 2.8 oz / 78 g |
| Package Weight | 0.61 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6.7 x 5.1 x 1.7" |
