Song Meter Acoustic Recorders

Record birds, amphibians, mammals, and other terrestrial wildlife.

Song Meter acoustic recorders combine extended battery life, rugged dependability, and ease of use for unrivaled versatility in the field. Choose from a selection based on your project, budget, and research objectives.

PASSIVE ACOUSTIC RECORDER

Song Meter Mini 2

Record better, for longer.

Monitor soundscapes and wildlife for up to 1,330 hours. Capture the sounds of birds, amphibians, terrestrial mammals, and other audible wildlife in high fidelity.

Key Features:

• Built-in, low-noise microphone for high-fidelity sound capture.
• Optional second microphone for stereo recording.*
• Li-ion model records up to 1,330 hrs; AA model records up to 530 hrs.
• Free companion app for easy programming via Bluetooth^®-enabled smartphone or tablet.
• IP67-rated weatherproof housing for rugged protection.
• Hinged, lockable enclosure for ergonomic access and security.
• Rear tripod mount for flexible mounting and positioning.

*Second microphone sold separately.

PASSIVE ACOUSTIC RECORDER

Song Meter SM4

Maximize data capture.

Plug into an external power source for extended deployments or record for up to 440 hours with batteries. Maximize data capture with dual SD card slots.

Key Features

• Two built-in, low-noise microphones for high-fidelity sound capture.
• Optional cabled microphones for listening up to 100 meters away.*
• On-unit keypad for programming your location, settings, and schedule.
• Optional power cable for an electrical outlet, solar panel, or external battery hook-up.*
• Dual-SDHC/SDXC card slots for up to 4 TB of data capture.
• Weatherproof housing for protection against harsh elements.
• Hinged, lockable enclosure for ergonomic access and security.

*Power cable and cabled mics sold separately.

PASSIVE ACOUSTIC RECORDER

Song Meter Micro 2

Your go-to for big jobs on a budget.

Get maximum data for your dollar with our most compact and economical recorder. Monitor birds, amphibians, terrestrial mammals, and more for up to 280 hours. 

Key Features 

• Ultra-compact, lightweight frame for breezy deployment.
• Built-in microphone records soundscapes at an unbeatable price.
• Free companion app for easy programming via Bluetooth^®-enabled smartphone or tablet.
• IP67-rated weatherproof housing for rugged protection.
• Hinged enclosure for ergonomic access.
• Rear tripod mount for flexible mounting and positioning.

SOUND ANALYSIS SOFTWARE

Kaleidoscope Pro

Find what you're looking for—faster.

Save time sifting through files and get to analysis faster, whether you’re conducting species inventory, presence/absence surveys, or habitat health monitoring.

Key Features 

• Find targeted sounds within complex recordings or conduct general species surveys.
• Quickly detect and group similar sounds with Cluster Analysis.
• Create custom classifiers for long-term projects and specific environments.
• Rapidly calculate popular acoustic indices.
• Export results into Microsoft^® Excel^® or other statistical software.

About Wildlife Acoustics

We are the leading provider of bioacoustics monitoring technology for biologists, researchers, and government agencies worldwide. Our acoustic recorders and sound analysis software help scientists conduct species inventory, presence/absence surveys, and habitat health monitoring to make impactful discoveries that expand our understanding of the planet.

Here's what sets us apart:

Flexibility

Find acoustic recorders suitable for any project, budget, and research objective.

Training

Learn how to deploy recorders and analyze sound files at ongoing, free virtual training led by product experts.

Support

Receive prompt and thorough responses from our dedicated Customer Support Team.

Reliability

Advance your research with equipment that scientists have trusted for over 15 years.