Recording Devices

[Yan]

Not sure where to put this but anyway...

Due to always finding myself dozing off after the first 10 minutes of my uni lectures ( ), I have decided to purchase a recording device so I can re-listen my lectures at home (and hopefully, in a more awake state).

Thing is, I have no idea which one to get since there are so many out in the market right now.

I'll prolly need it for 4 hrs of recording time a day and I don't need an MP3 player that usually comes together with these recorders as I already have an iPod

Or, should I sell my iPod, risk breaking my heart in the process and buy a recording + player device?

Also, what are the good brands to look at? I need something that is clear and has good playback.

Thanks