You can set the recording mode for the files to be recorded. Set this menu item before you start recording.
You can select one of the menu items available.
SHQ
Super high quality mode (MP3 192 kbps) (Initial setting)
HQ
High quality mode (MP3 128 kbps)
SP
Standard play mode (MP3 8 kbps)
LP
Long play mode (MPEG-4 HVXC 2 kbps)
The sound quality of LP mode is set for dictation. Set the microphone sensitivity to L.
LP mode is not suitable for music recording. Set SHQ mode when you want to record music or record with high-quality sound.