PR-2 (US) 32-Bit Float Pocket Audio Recorder

I'm ever in search of the smallest and most functional solutions for my work. I have many recorders, but PR2 has become my go-to solution to record from the dj's console when I film weddings. It is so small that it doesn't take up any space in my bag (it cut out a lot of space and weght when compared to a standard field recorder + cables), but also on the console. It has Time Code so I can sync in post with ease, great battery life (I use rechargeable Li-on batteries). I used to connect it to the console on any free audio out jack/xlr via the proper adapter (I just use adapter in conjunction to the original 3.5 cable that stays screwed on the pr 2 for safety) to 3.5 input jack and it worked great. It is so small and light that I can leave it dangling from the console if there is no space at all (or usually fix it with bongo ties somewhere to the table foot, maybe). Sometimes I connect it directly to the speakers if there isn't any console. Just set the input to "line" and it goes... It stays on me all day long when not connected to somewhere, ready to work as required, in seconds...
It can work for hours even in direct summer sun, never stops.
I've also made a self-mod to the belt clip to accept 1/4 screws so if needed I've also an option to fix it with a clamp.
Great solution: made my life easier and... lighter :)

I live Québec, Canada, I order it from the website and it arrived in one day an a half, amazing service!!!

I can't say enough good things about the PR-2. I have four Sony UWP wireless mics with Countryman lavaliers, and none of them sound as good as a PR-2 with the Wlav Pro. Not to mention, the PR-2 has internal timecode, so if you use a TC-1 on your camera, syncing the files later is a breeze. I don't even use my PR-2 in 32bit float mode, I just use the 24 bit mode and it works fantastic. The Wlav Pro is a mic that outputs great level without a ton of bias power necessary to do the job. I tried a Countryman B3 and B6 on the PR-2 and they didn't get as much level as the Wlav Pro.

Full disclosure, I'm probably a little biased because I got my PR-2's from a guy on Facebook marketplace for $90 each and they were still brand new in the box. But even at around $200, these things are worth every penny. You could have ten of these things if you needed them, and they would all get great sound as long as you placed the lavaliers correctly. If you're looking for a good lav-mounting solution, get on eBay and search Wlav Pro for the mounts shown in my picture. You can use them with Ursa, Rycote, or Copkim stickies, and the guy also sells a magnetic version. It makes mounting them super easy and eliminates most clothing rustle.

Back to the sound quality: for $200 I don't think there's a product on the market that gets better sound than this. Sure, it's not a true wireless mic, so you can't monitor the lavalier from your mixer/recorder bag or cart. But I've used the app to do a quick and dirty monitoring, and it seems to work fine. It's easy to select the recorder you want to monitor, listen for a few seconds and make sure it's still recording good sound, and you'll be fine.

I can't afford the newest or best sound gear very often. My sound bag setup is a Sound Devices 442 mixer, 744T recorder, with four Sony UWP kits in the bag. If I ever need a few extra lavaliers, I can use the PR-2. If I ever want to go to a shoot and not bring my entire sound bag kit, I can bring my two PR-2's and a boom mic and I'll get great sound with a small equipment foot print.

All in all, I would recommend having 2-3 of these in your kit because honestly, it's worth it.

Thank you Deity! My whole ecosystem is Deity, solid, reliable and great service.

I love this tool. No body pack recorder can compete with it's featureset and price. Won't clip cause it's 32bit. Easy to sync cause it has built in timecode (standard not like the proprietary tc that rode and zoom use). Jams TC in or out! Can even Bluetooth sync timecode! Up to 30hr battery life. Unit is small. Comes with the Deity W.Lav Pro. all for only $239.00. It can't be beat. It's closest competitor the Tentacle just doesn't compare. All of which who's internal batteries only last 12hrs and will probably be dead by late 2025... Plus you don't get a lav with it and it cost $120 more. Deity has listened to users and made the solution. My only gripe is it not coming with a bag of some kind with a sweet Deity logo on it. But if that's my only gripe... I'll buy 10 more and sthu.

I love this GLOBAL version.

PR-2 (US) 32-Bit Float Pocket Audio Recorder

I received this product for free to review, The sound quality is great and there are a lot of things that they put into this little device, the build quality is great and having the 32 bit float is always a plus. And the audio quality is significantly better than the DJI lavs I used before. The cons for me, 1 is more of a workflow issue as I much prefer having a receiver attached to my camera so I can record directly into the camera as well as record on the device as a backup, the other main issue I had was that it says up to 250ft away connection but when I went to use this for a documentary at a convention, I would only connect to it when I was 4 ft away any further than that and I would loose it, maybe if I was in an open area and a place not as crowded it would work better but for that case specifically it didn't quite work as well with the bluetooth connection. It did still sound really good when I checked the audio when I got back to the studio. I would definitely use this for social media or interviews or anywhere where it's a very controlled environment.

I love how easy the recorder is to set up and that it has timecode built in, definitely makes syncing quickly a breeze.

Great Product
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Thanks

This is my second PR2. I love the units and pair them with my TC-1s when I don't want to run my Theos system. A must for any location sound professional.

PR-2 (US) 32-Bit Float Pocket Audio Recorder

Recorder works great! I’m not a big fan of how stubborn the cover to the battery compartment is though. Would love to see an updated version down the road where the cover works similar to the original Tascam Dr-10l battery cover. It’s on a hinge and east to access. Great recorder overall!

Nice Recorder And Satisfied. Just would like two way recording when using the device as a audio interface on a computer or phone. For example, recording phone calls and audio from computer.

Really impressed with the battery life. Never had to worry about it prematurely dying. It truly it set and forget.

Awesome option if you want 32 but float audio. Timecode implementation is a game changer

I only discovered after purchase that 32-bit float is only mono. I am disappointed, to say the least. This information was not obvious or upfront. It took me some digging to discover it on your site. Not happy.

The PR-2 brings a lot to the table. The app UI and ability to sync with other deity time code is so simple and easy to do. The ability to see in realtime recording levels and verify the device is recording with my phone is awesome. Only real complaint so far is it would be nice to customize file names like you can on the Tascam DR-10L.

This is an awesome product to use timecode with your audit device. Working flawlessly is awesome.

32bit float means they didn't clip. Timecode means it only takes a few clicks to sync footage. Cost less than the competition overall. Easy to use. There's an app for it that make it child's pay to use and setup. Can use other standard timecode devices to sync and not just the deity brand. Can wirelessly sync with the Deity PR2 automatically once they are tuned on. Comes with 2 deity lithium batteries that provide up to 30hrs of use. The features combined with the price make this a championship level, well thought out product. The only thing missing is a small carry bag, however with the low cost of ownership... Just go buy one for $10 - $15 on Amazon.