Reddit reviews Roland R-05 Studio WAVE/MP3 Recorder
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High-quality stereo recording (24-bit / 96kHz) with the built-in stereo mic or external input.Strong, attractive metallic exterior. Music-practice features (change tempo without changing pitch, loop playback, etc.). Onboard editing functions; built-in reverbAuto record start, auto song split, auto level adjustPre Record function (captures 2 seconds of audio that precedes pressing REC)Use as a high-quality portable audio player (plays WAV and MP3 files)Includes windscreen and built-in tripod mounting socket
I was using a Sony ICD-UX533 dictation recorder that was pretty decent (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BQ7WRAC/). As I've been working on relaxing my throat in my mixed and high range, I didn't like how it wasn't fully picking up the dark overtones in my voice (Contralto). I honestly always thought I was a "low mezzo" but I've since gotten feedback that nope I seem to be developing into a true Contralto. It's a great recorder though, comparable to the Zoom I think and a lot cheaper.
Anyways so I just started using a Roland R-05 (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003FGN0I0/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage) and it's definitely better but I haven't spent a lot of time with it yet. I don't expect studio quality without a fancy pants microphone of course but still you want some sense of what your voice is doing.
Edit: I bought my Roland R-05 used for under $100, just saw Amazon listing it for like $1,000!! omg no. http://www.reverb.com often has them or you can look on ebay.
Edit2: uploaded a recording I made with the Sony ICD-UX533 of of me singing at a workshop I did this week so you can get a sense of what it sounds like (not making any great claims to fame here about my voice or singing ability, just sharing the recording quality): https://soundcloud.com/goeldvox-boom-chickachickachicka-wowow/beautiful-dreamer-song-studio/s-jP42Y I'll post something with the Roland to compare at some point :)
Security system seems like overkill unless I'm missing something. You just need to record audio. If you have a laptop to put in there get a Yeti: Blue Microphones Yeti USB Microphone - Silver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002VA464S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Lp11xbNJJGA07
You could probably find something cheaper but I know this is a good condenser.
Otherwise a standalone handheld like this: Roland R-05 Studio WAVE/MP3 Recorder https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003FGN0I0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_-q11xbV2WW38E
Export the file to Audacity and looks for peaks in the waveform.