equipment$25–40used in 1 side quest
Portable voice recorder or lavalier mic
A clip-on microphone or handheld recorder that captures audio notes while moving. Documents observations faster than typing, preserves location soundscapes, and records conversations with permission.
What to look for
- 1Clip-on lavalier style or pocket recorder under 2 ounces
- 2USB-C or Lightning direct connection (no adapters)
- 3At least 2-hour battery life
- 4Wind reduction or basic noise filtering
Skip
- Recorders requiring computer software to retrieve files
- Models with proprietary cables that break or get lost
Used for: Recording observations while walking · Capturing location soundscapes · Documenting conversations with permission · Voice journaling during quests
Side quests that use it
Pick the adventure first; the gear follows.
