Used Sony PCM-D10 Portable Audio Recorder
Used Sony PCM-D10 Portable Audio Recorder
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Purchase essentials: Has built-in stereo microphones and XLR/TRS inputs. Portable recording requires four AA batteries.
Overview
An interview, an acoustic rehearsal, or the sound of a place can be worth recording with as much attention as a photograph. The Sony PCM-D10 gives you a dedicated recorder with adjustable stereo microphones, manual level control, and inputs for external microphones.
At $329, this Excellent example puts the microphones, recorder, and internal storage in one portable package. You can begin with the built-in microphones and use the same recorder with external gear as your projects grow. The original box, manuals, and cable are included.
What it does well
• Interviews and small performances. Position the built-in microphones to suit the sound in front of you. Their adjustable arrangement gives you control over the stereo pickup for conversation, a solo instrument, or a small ensemble.
• Working with external microphones. Two combination XLR/TRS inputs accept external microphones or compatible line-level sources. Phantom power supports microphones that need it, expanding the range of equipment you can use.
• Setting levels as you record. Physical controls and a headphone output let you adjust the input and listen while you work. That hands-on control matters when a speaker gets louder or a performance changes in intensity.
• Building a field-recording kit. The recorder has 16 GB of internal storage and an SD card slot. Four AA batteries provide a practical power option for work away from an outlet.
Who it’s for
Interviewers, musicians, documentary makers, and photographers adding recorded sound to their work. It also suits someone beginning a library of ambient recordings or learning to work with external microphones.
The Looking Glass Take
The value here is the range of work one recorder can cover. It can capture a conversation using its own microphones, then become the recorder in a more deliberate microphone setup. For someone interested in sound as a creative practice, that gives the PCM-D10 room to stay useful as their skills develop.
Specs and highlights
• Stereo linear PCM recording up to 24-bit/192 kHz
• Adjustable built-in stereo microphones
• Two XLR/TRS combination inputs with phantom power
• 16 GB internal storage and SD card slot
• Headphone monitoring and manual recording levels
• Portable operation with four AA batteries
Condition and what’s included
Condition Excellent
• Sony PCM-D10 recorder
• Original box and supplied accessories
• Instruction manuals
• Cable
Getting started
Portable recording requires four AA batteries. Compatible headphones are useful for monitoring your recordings. Ask our team about the power and storage setup for your project.
Buying used through Looking Glass
This recorder is listed in Excellent condition and carries serial number 1000336. It is backed by Looking Glass Photo’s 30-day used-equipment warranty, giving you support from a local shop as you put it to work.
In addition to in-store pickup, we offer reliable, trackable ground shipping. Your order will be securely packed and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage, with insurance coverage up to the item’s purchase price.
For consignment purchases, we may contact you directly to complete additional order or identity verification before the item is shipped.
Transit time: Delivery is usually 2–5 business days after shipment.
You’ll receive tracking information as soon as your order is on the way.
You could buy gear anywhere. But if you believe photography is personal, you’re in the right place.
At Looking Glass, we’ve spent over 50 years helping photographers feel confident, supported, and inspired—not just stocked up. When you shop with us:
- You get guidance from photographers when you want it, not algorithms
- You support a locally owned store that reinvests in education and community
- You have someone to call, email, or walk in and talk to after the sale—that’s important
- You help ensure that independent, human-centered photography spaces still exist
You already love photography. We’re here to help you unlock what’s next.
Description
Description
Purchase essentials: Has built-in stereo microphones and XLR/TRS inputs. Portable recording requires four AA batteries.
Overview
An interview, an acoustic rehearsal, or the sound of a place can be worth recording with as much attention as a photograph. The Sony PCM-D10 gives you a dedicated recorder with adjustable stereo microphones, manual level control, and inputs for external microphones.
At $329, this Excellent example puts the microphones, recorder, and internal storage in one portable package. You can begin with the built-in microphones and use the same recorder with external gear as your projects grow. The original box, manuals, and cable are included.
What it does well
• Interviews and small performances. Position the built-in microphones to suit the sound in front of you. Their adjustable arrangement gives you control over the stereo pickup for conversation, a solo instrument, or a small ensemble.
• Working with external microphones. Two combination XLR/TRS inputs accept external microphones or compatible line-level sources. Phantom power supports microphones that need it, expanding the range of equipment you can use.
• Setting levels as you record. Physical controls and a headphone output let you adjust the input and listen while you work. That hands-on control matters when a speaker gets louder or a performance changes in intensity.
• Building a field-recording kit. The recorder has 16 GB of internal storage and an SD card slot. Four AA batteries provide a practical power option for work away from an outlet.
Who it’s for
Interviewers, musicians, documentary makers, and photographers adding recorded sound to their work. It also suits someone beginning a library of ambient recordings or learning to work with external microphones.
The Looking Glass Take
The value here is the range of work one recorder can cover. It can capture a conversation using its own microphones, then become the recorder in a more deliberate microphone setup. For someone interested in sound as a creative practice, that gives the PCM-D10 room to stay useful as their skills develop.
Specs and highlights
• Stereo linear PCM recording up to 24-bit/192 kHz
• Adjustable built-in stereo microphones
• Two XLR/TRS combination inputs with phantom power
• 16 GB internal storage and SD card slot
• Headphone monitoring and manual recording levels
• Portable operation with four AA batteries
Condition and what’s included
Condition Excellent
• Sony PCM-D10 recorder
• Original box and supplied accessories
• Instruction manuals
• Cable
Getting started
Portable recording requires four AA batteries. Compatible headphones are useful for monitoring your recordings. Ask our team about the power and storage setup for your project.
Buying used through Looking Glass
This recorder is listed in Excellent condition and carries serial number 1000336. It is backed by Looking Glass Photo’s 30-day used-equipment warranty, giving you support from a local shop as you put it to work.
Shipping & Delivery
Shipping & Delivery
In addition to in-store pickup, we offer reliable, trackable ground shipping. Your order will be securely packed and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage, with insurance coverage up to the item’s purchase price.
For consignment purchases, we may contact you directly to complete additional order or identity verification before the item is shipped.
Transit time: Delivery is usually 2–5 business days after shipment.
You’ll receive tracking information as soon as your order is on the way.
Why Looking Glass
Why Looking Glass
You could buy gear anywhere. But if you believe photography is personal, you’re in the right place.
At Looking Glass, we’ve spent over 50 years helping photographers feel confident, supported, and inspired—not just stocked up. When you shop with us:
- You get guidance from photographers when you want it, not algorithms
- You support a locally owned store that reinvests in education and community
- You have someone to call, email, or walk in and talk to after the sale—that’s important
- You help ensure that independent, human-centered photography spaces still exist
You already love photography. We’re here to help you unlock what’s next.
