The number of quarter hours is represented by the number of sets of chimes. Also known as the Westminster Chimes or Cambridge Quarters. On the full hour the great bell in Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben) strikes after the four sets of chimes to indicate the full hour.
Finding a compact, professional-grade recorder that doesn’t compromise on sound quality is a challenge for any field recordist or sound designer. The Deity PR-2 Stereo Pocket Recorder is a tiny powerhouse designed for just this purpose.
In this review, I’ll cover my first impressions, microphone tests, a comparison with the legendary Olympus LS-14, and why this little recorder surprised me in the field.
Why the Deity PR-2 Stands Out
The PR-2’s appeal is simple yet compelling:
Pocket-sized form factor – easy to carry or clip on a bag
Up to 30 hours of battery life on just 2×AA batteries
Professional recording options – 24-bit, 32-bit float (mono), timecode support
Plug-in Power support – perfect for mics like the Clippy EM172s
While I haven’t tested the 32-bit float mode or timecode features yet, the PR-2 excels at what most field recordists need: reliable stereo and mono recording in a compact package.
Field Test: Microphone Experiments
I tested the PR-2 with a range of microphones to see how it performs in real-world conditions:
1. Deity Lavalier Mic (Included)
Simple, clean mono recordings — perfect for dialogue
2. Beyerdynamic M88
A robust dynamic mic delivering crisp audio with minimal noise. (Note: I accidentally call it an “M10” in the video.)
3. Clippy EM172 Stereo Pair
My go-to for stealth ambiences. Requires Plug-in Power, which the PR-2 supplies at 5V.
Coming Soon: 32-bit float mode (mono) and timecode functionality.
Deity PR-2 vs Olympus LS-14
To evaluate performance, I recorded the same mics using my trusty and underrated Olympus LS-14 – infact I have two of these they’re so good…
Headphone Amp Noise: The PR-2’s headphone output is slightly noisier than the LS-14.
Recording Quality: No impact on actual recordings; the audio remains clear and professional.
Size & Portability: The PR-2 is smaller and lighter, making it ideal for on-the-go recording.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Ultra-portable and pocket-friendly
Excellent 24-bit stereo and mono recording
Up to 30 hours of battery life
Plug-in Power support for mics
Affordable compared to other pro-level field recorders
32bit float available in mono
Extensive timecode options
Cons
Headphone amp noisier than expected
32-bit float mode is mono only
Final Thoughts
The Deity PR-2 truly surprised me. It delivers professional-level audio, extreme portability, and long battery life. While it won’t replace a MixPre-3, it’s not meant to — it’s a tiny, always-ready recorder for field recording, ambiences, and sound effects.
If you’re looking for a small, reliable pocket recorder that punches well above its weight, the PR-2 deserves serious consideration.
Changing the batteries and SD Card on the Deity PR-2
How to be a professional voiceover. Anyone can be a voiceover. It’s easy, and if I can, anyone can. So, if you want to become a voiceover, don’t delay, don’t think about it, just remember – it’s only reading aloud for money (usually).
This book will guide you through the process of becoming a successful voiceover. It covers finding your voiceover voice, setting up your voiceover studio, marketing your voice, how to nail your first session, how to breathe, dealing with difficult producers, how to say words you can’t pronounce, why you don’t need an agent, why A.I doesn’t really matter, how to keep your neighbours quiet, what to wear and why you sometimes need two duvets.
As you turn the pages, you’ll learn all the tricks of the voice trade from someone who has been a professional voice for over 30 years and who has read over 2 million characters of on-hold messages.
How to Sell Your Music and Audio Book Podcast Audio on Payhip Using SoundCloud
Step-by-Step Guide In this video, I show you exactly how to connect your SoundCloud tracks to Payhip so you can sell your music, sound effects, or audio files directly to your audience — hassle-free! Whether you’re an independent artist, producer, or sound designer, this tutorial walks you through embedding SoundCloud previews on your Payhip product pages, setting up seamless audio previews, and maximizing sales.
What you’ll learn: How to create Payhip product pages for your audio Embedding SoundCloud players for clean audio previews Tips for optimizing your product descriptions for better sales Best practices for selling digital audio content online Why use Payhip + SoundCloud?
Payhip makes selling your digital audio files easy with instant downloads and secure delivery, while SoundCloud provides beautiful, shareable audio previews your customers can listen to before buying. Helpful links:
Want to offer your Payhip product for FREE but still allow customers to support you by tipping or paying what they want? In this step-by-step tutorial, I’ll show you how to set up your Payhip store to let buyers download your product for free while giving them the option to chip in a few dollars or pounds using the Pay What You Want (PWYW) feature.
Perfect for creators, authors, and digital sellers looking to grow their audience and increase donations! Learn how to configure pricing, enable tipping, and customize your Payhip product settings easily. Boost your sales and goodwill by letting customers pay what they feel is fair!
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Rev your engines and feel the adrenaline with this ultimate collection of professional, royalty-free British motorsports sound effects! From the deafening roar of Formula 1 to the raw power of rally cars tearing through the Welsh mountains, this album captures the pulse-pounding excitement of the track.
What’s Inside? (SEE BELOW FOR TRACK LISTING)
F 1 – High-speed straights, cornering, pit lane atmosphere Rallying – Forest track flybys, backfiring engines, intense slides Track Racing – Saloon cars, Super Coupes, Formula 3, and Classic Minis Speedway & Motocross – Dirt-flying action, roaring engines Go-Karting – Fast-paced indoor racing energy Tractor Pulling & Model Aircraft – Unique motorsport thrills
See Timestamps below to find every sound easily
Perfect for:
Filmmakers & Content Creators
Game Developers & Podcasters
Motorsport Enthusiasts
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With crystal-clear, professionally recorded sound, this album puts you right in the driver’s seat. Check the timestamps to instantly preview your favorite moments!
Turn up the volume – this is motorsport like you’ve never heard before! This album includes professional royalty-free sound effect recordings of British Motorsports.
Formula 1, Rallying in Welsh Mountains, Track Racing, Saloon car racing, Souper Coupes, Formula 3, Classic Minis, Inside a sports car, Speedway, Motorcross, Go Karting, Tractor Pulling and Model Aircraft.
TRACKLIST
1. Formula 1 cars off bend into straight 2. Formula 1 cars down hill and past close 3. Formula 1 cars into corner 4. Formula 1 cars accelerating out of corner 5. Formula 1 cars pit lane atmos 6. Formula 1 cars coming into pit lane 7. Rallying with whistle then car past backfiring 8. Rallying car roars past on forest track 9. Rallying another car roars past on forest track 10. Rallying car past fast straight on forest track 11. Rallying car past fast into bend on forest track 12. Rallying car screams past on forest track 13. Rallying car goes past sliding on forest track 14. Rallying car approach uphill and past on forest track 15. Rallying car past uphill backfires on forest track 16. Saloon cars race start hooter rev and off on warm up lap 17. Saloon cars race start rev and go go go 18. Saloon cars scream past start into lap 2 19. Saloon cars race past start into lap 3 20. Formula 3 cars race past on straight 21. Group of classic minis race past 22. Super coupes racing into corner with screeching breaks 23. Super coupes breaking into corner 24. Racing cars on circuit breaking into corner 25. Racing cars on circuit slowing into fast corner 26. Racing cars on circuit past fast on straight 27. Racing cars on circuit scream past on straight 28. Inside sports car rallying on country track skidding at end 29. Speedway from first corner 4 laps 30. Speedway from back straight 4 laps 31. Speedway from finish line with crowd cheering 32. Motocross 33. Indoor Go Karting racing 34. Tractor pulling 35. Model aircraft petrol engine 36. Personal water craft on lake
You’ll receive a zip file with 36 pro audio files in WAV and MP3 format.
My most popular tv & radio documentary track over the past 15 years is this simple piano piece I composed called Piano Documentary No 13. Over 3000 views and 350 sales on Pond5. But when you try and replicate it – there isn’t the same traction. Why do some music tracks get magically popular and other similar tracks stay stuck on the ground…? Is it lucky No 13?
4K Pedne Vounder Beach Cornwall UK – FREE TO DOWNLOAD
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It’s easy to smooth the dynamics of midi velocity in Reaper to create a more compressed even sound. First, open up the item needing compression into the piano roll.
Piano part with too much velocity / dynamic for this piece
Select all the notes. Then right click on an empty part of the grid (not on a note) and in the dropdown menue select: EVENT PROPERTIES and change the type to NOTE
Then in the Velocity box you can use *(multiply) or / (divide) to reduce the overall dynamic of the velocities. For example using *.25 or /4 will give you a 4:1 compression ratio. Hit apply and the velocities will be squeezed.
The velocities have been compressed
Then while everything is selected, grab the velocities and bring them back up to around 75% or wherever suits your piece.
Need more compression – just repeat the process. I usually find this process plus a little bit of manual tweaking is a really quick way to get a more even sound.
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