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Black rectangular voice recorder with LCD screen, 1.26 x 0.47 x 3.15 inches

Aketek 12 8GB 650HR Digital Voice Recorder

SKU CH-TTTF-5CTBD

Records up to 650 hours of MP3 audio on 8 GB storage with voice-activated recording and FM radio

  • Recording Formatmp3_audio
  • Recording Media8 GB
  • PC InterfaceUSB
  • ConnectorHeadphones: 3.5 millimeters
  • Battery6 grams, 1 weeks, lithium_ion, 3.3 watt_hours, 1
  • Battery Life1 weeks
  • 8GB memory stores up to 650 hours of recordings
  • Voice-activated recording starts automatically when sound is detected
  • Built-in lithium battery provides one week of operation
  • 128x64 LCD display supports 24 interface languages
  • USB connection works without installing any drivers

Product and audience

The Aketek 12 is an 8 GB digital voice recorder with a built-in 128x64 LCD display and MP3 playback. It connects to a PC via USB and includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack for private listening. Students, journalists and office workers can capture lectures, interviews or meetings in MP3 or WAV formats.

Bundled accessories and software impact

The package supplies a USB cable, earphones, an external microphone, audio and telephone cables plus a user manual. The telephone cable enables direct call recording while the external microphone improves pickup in larger rooms. The USB link requires no driver installation on modern operating systems.

Suitability and alternatives

Voice-activated recording and four quality modes suit users who need hands-free operation and long battery life of up to 650 hours. Buyers who want more storage than 8 GB, wireless file transfer or a colour touchscreen should look at other devices. The monochrome lattice screen and single-week battery cycle may not fit continuous field use.

Highlights

  • 8GB memory stores up to 650 hours of recordings
  • Voice-activated recording starts automatically when sound is detected
  • Built-in lithium battery provides one week of operation
  • 128x64 LCD display supports 24 interface languages
  • USB connection works without installing any drivers

Specifications

BrandAketek
Model12
Recording Formatmp3_audio
Recording Media8 GB
PC InterfaceUSB
ConnectorHeadphones: 3.5 millimeters
Battery6 grams, 1 weeks, lithium_ion, 3.3 watt_hours, 1
Battery Life1 weeks
SpecificationsBrand: Aketek,
Format: mp3_audio,
Battery_weight: 6 grams,
Battery_average_life: 1 weeks,
Battery_cell_composition: lithium_ion,
Display_size: 1,
Item_weight: 0.29 pounds,
Part_number: 12,
Street_date: 2019-03-11T00:00:01Z,
Unspsc_code: 52161535,
Manufacturer: Aketek,
Model_number: 12,
Num_batteries_0_type: lithium_ion,
Num_batteries_0_quantity: 1,
Num_batteries_1_type: product_specific,
Num_batteries_1_quantity: 1,
Control_method: voice,
Headphones_jack: 3.5 millimeters,
Item_dimensions: 1.26 L x 0.47 W x 3.15 H inches,
Lithium_battery_weight: 3 grams,
Lithium_battery_packaging: bat
Dimensions1.26 L x 0.47 W x 3.15 H inches
Weight0.29 pounds

Questions about this item

Will the built-in lithium-ion battery need replacement after the 1-week runtime rating?

The internal lithium-ion battery is rechargeable and rated for about one week of use per charge; it is not user-replaceable, so long-term service would require professional repair.

What storage limit stops continuous recording before the battery runs out?

The 8 GB internal memory holds up to 650 hours of audio, so capacity is the first ceiling you hit during extended sessions.

How much heat or fan noise appears when the recorder runs all day?

The solid-state design has no moving parts and draws only 3.3 Wh, so it stays silent and barely warm during all-day operation.

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