equipment$249–280used in 1 side quest
4-track handheld audio recorder
Professional field recorder capturing four separate audio tracks simultaneously with XLR inputs and adjustable gain. Records broadcast-quality WAV files with proper headroom to prevent clipping from sudden loud sounds.
What to look for
- 124-bit/96kHz recording minimum for archival quality
- 2Built-in limiter preventing distortion from unexpected loud sounds
- 3Phantom power for external microphones
- 4Headphone monitoring jack confirming what's actually recording
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- Recorders without manual gain control (auto-gain adds noise)
- Models requiring proprietary batteries instead of standard AAs
Used for: Capturing high-quality neighborhood soundscapes · Recording unpredictable environmental audio · Creating archival-quality audio documentation · Field recording with professional workflow
Side quests that use it
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