CS-113 CCASE FOR DS SERIES VOICE REC by OLYMPUS - DIGITAL CAMERA
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Digital camera reviews of CS-113 CCASE FOR DS SERIES VOICE REC
Digital camera Review: Less than pleased
Summary: 1 Stars
I ordered this product at the same time I ordered the DS 40 recorder. It took the company more than 10 days to simply ship the product. They stated it was sent USPS priority (which it was NOT) and shipping took another 6 days. In addition, the cost for shipping was an additional fee from what Amazon charged for the total order (almost $6.00). Still, I thought it would be worthwhile to protect my recorder, etc.
Imagine my surprise when the box finally arrived and it was large enough to fit the entire recorder box. I thought, maybe the case is large enough to actually hold the earbuds, and spare batteries. Sadly, the huge box was filled with packing material so the SMALL FLAT CLOTH case didn't get damaged. Still...there was hope. Maybe, just maybe it would be worth the money. Unfortunately, the case only holds the recorder - no earbuds, no spare batteries. The magnetic closure - doesn't stay closed. The stereo microphone that is included with the recorder, doesn't fit with the case. So the user needs to either not use the stereo microphone or deal with the case not closing at all. In addition, you can't turn the recorder ON or OFF while it's in the case. Because of the location of the power switch, it is necessary to partially remove it from the case (which isn't all bad since then you can use the stereo mic).
All in all, I'm very disappointed. If you are wavering at all between the DS 40 (with this case) and the DS 50 (with the included case) - buy the DS 50. If you're going to get the DS 40 - don't get it this one. It's not worth the money or the hassle. I'll be returning this case and going to one of my local retailers and finding a case that will carry the earbuds, spare batteries, the optional mic, AND still manage to stay closed to protect my investment.
Digital camera Review: Nice case, tight fit.
Summary: 4 Stars
I got this case with the DS-40 recorder. The case itself is quite nice and the recorder fits in it nicely. It's a tight fit like it was made for the DS-40.
The only issue that I've had thus far is that I would like to use the power adapter with this, and since the plug for the power adapter on the recorder is on the bottom, you have to remove it from the case to plug it in. I may be able to punch a hole in the bottom of the case to plug in the adapter.
Digital camera Review: Not as good
Summary: 2 Stars
This what was suggested by amazon when i bought my "Olympus Digital Voice Recorder (VN 6200PC)" it barely fits this model and it wasn't as good as the holder that came with it. I would suggest not buying this one and just keeping the cover that comes with it, perhaps just hole punch and tie something in it so it holds onto your belt if you really need that but its not very strong nor is it very useful for this model.Digital camera Review: Quick and reliable service
Summary: 5 Stars
The item purchased was delivered promptly in perfect condition. The product fully lived up to expectations as described by the seller.Digital camera Review: Significant feature
Summary: 4 Stars
I don't normally review these kind of items, but, this little gem has a feature I really, really like -- the Velcro belt loop. The bottom end of the loop is Velcro-ed. There are so many belt pouches, and I have every one of them, that one has to remove or at least unfasten the belt clasp to attach the pouch. I would give the pouch a 5-star rating for this alone, but, the designer that put the hole for the mike or earphones in the center when the recorder has them off-center must have been designing for a different recorder. Therefore, only a four-star rating.