Sony ICD-PX470 Help Manual page 57

Recording an interview
Place your IC recorder so that the built-in microphones point in the direction of the interviewee.
For recording an interview, it is suitable to select "Auto Voice Rec" or "Interview" of the Scene Select function.
Recording a soft music performance
With your IC recorder, you can record immersive stereo sound by placing it close to musical instruments. However, if you place
the IC recorder on the piano to record a piano performance, for example, it will record vibration noise from the piano as well as
the performance. Be sure to place the IC recorder beside the piano to avoid recording undesirable noise.
With Sound Organizer 2, you can use recorded music performance files to make your own music CD as well.
For recording a soft music performance, it is suitable to select "Soft Music" of the Scene Select function.
If the audio of a recorded file is distorted, you can select "
Music" - "Low(Music)" from the HOME menu to reduce distortion for the next recording.
Recording a loud music performance
Place your IC recorder from a distance of 1 to 2 meters (40 to 80 inches) from performers.
For recording a loud music performance, it is suitable to select "Loud Music" of the Scene Select function.
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