The DRM85-C FlashMic from HHB is a high-quality handheld microphone with a built-in digital audio recorder. The ideal tool for field journalists, the FlashMic offers broadcast-quality recordings in a rugged, easy-to-use design.

The mic has a Sennheiser condenser microphone capsule with a cardioid pickup pattern for recording every nuance of your environment. The body is designed to withstand the rigors of day-to-day use in the field, and to offer a convenient, portable, easy-to-use experience. An internal mic preamp offers manual or automatic gain control, and the built-in 1GB flash memory chip offers up to 18 hours of recording time.

The FlashMic operates on two standard AA batteries, and will operate for approximately six hours. The backlit LCD display shows time, level, and status information. The USB interface allows you to quickly and easily transfer recordings to a Mac or PC for editing and sharing. A built-in headphone amplifier with a volume control lets you review your recordings in the FlashMic.

Other great features of the FlashMic include a real-time clock for time-stamping your recordings, a battery life indicator, a 0-10 second pre-record buffer, and a switchable high-pass filter. Whether you're recording live interviews on the street, or a press conference in a large convention hall, the FlashMic is the perfect all-in-one professional recording tool for terrific results with minimal effort.

Key Features
• Rugged construction for day-to-day professional use
• Convenient portable design
• High-quality Sennheiser condenser mic capsule with a cardioid pickup pattern for picking up sounds in front of the microphone
• Mic capsule is specially shock-mounted to minimize handling noise
• Built-in preamp with manual for automatic gain control
• 1GB internal flash memory for recording up to 18 hours of audio
• Records Broadcast WAV or MP2 files in a variety of sample rates
• USB port for exporting audio to a Mac or PC. Both USB 2.0 and 1.1 are supported
• Software included for converting audio to MP3 format during computer transfer
• Backlit LCD for informational display
• Built-in headphone amp with volume control for listening to recordings
• Operates for approximately six hours on two AA batteries
• Real-time clock for time-stamping recordings
• Adjustable 0-10 second pre-record buffer
• Switchable high-pass filter 

Type Integrated Single Channel 1Gb Flash Memory Recorder and Omndirectional Microphone
Recording/Reading Methods Linear PCM, MPEG 1 Layer 2
Recording Bit Rate 16-bit(PCM) - 384/256/192/128kbps(MPEG)
Sampling Frequency 48 kHz, 32 kHz
Number of Channels 1(Mono)
Frequency Response 20 Hz - 20 kHz +/- 1dB (@ 48kHz FS, Linear PCM)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio Not Specified by Manufacturer
Dynamic Range Not Specified by Manufacturer )
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)<0.1% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, @ 48kHz FS Linear PCM)
Inputs No
Output 1 x 1/8" Stereo Mini Jack(Dual Mono), 1 x Mini USB
Headphone Output Yes, 1/8" Stereo Mini Jack
Dimensions (WxDxH) Length: 9.6" (244mm), Width(Diameter at capsule): 2" (50mm)
Weight 13 oz (366 g)

Specialties:

Integrated Microphone and 1Gb Flash Memory Recorder
PCM Linear and MPEG1 Selectable Recording
BWF File Support
USB Port
2 x "AA" Battery Operation

Carrying Pouch
Mic Stand Clamp
USB Cable
FlashMic Manager Software CD-ROM
2 x AA Batteries
1 Year Warranty