SoundExpert™ Noise Nuisance Recorder Kit

Reliable Evidence for Residential Noise Complaint Investigations | Model 821-NNR

SoundExpertâ„¢ Noise Nuisance Recorder KitThe Larson Davis SoundExpert™ Noise Nuisance Recorder Kit provides environmental health professionals, municipalities, housing authorities, and consultants with a complete solution for investigating residential noise complaints. Built around the SoundExpert Sound Level Meter Model 821ENV, a Class 1 meter, the system combines precision sound measurements with synchronized audio recording, making it easier to document nuisance events and collect defensible evidence.

Designed for simple deployment in homes and apartments, the kit enables residents to trigger recordings during noise events while automatically capturing corresponding sound level data. The result is a clear record of when events occurred, how loud they were, and what was heard, helping investigators efficiently evaluate complaints and support enforcement decisions.

Why Choose the SoundExpert Noise Nuisance Recorder?

Unlike consumer audio recorders or smartphone apps, the SoundExpert Noise Nuisance Recorder combines precision Class 1 sound level measurements with synchronized audio recordings in a purpose-built investigation system. Investigators receive reliable acoustic data together with audible evidence, helping them evaluate complaints more efficiently and produce professional documentation for regulatory or legal review.

Key Benefits

  • Objective evidence for residential noise complaints
  • Synchronized audio and measurement data
  • Intuitive resident-operated trigger
  • Class 1 precision measurements
  • Quick, professional reports with free G4 Utility software
  • Long battery life and large data storage

Applications

  • Residential noise nuisance investigations
  • Neighbor noise complaints
  • Multi-family housing noise studies
  • Municipal environmental health departments
  • Housing authorities
  • Property management organizations
  • Community noise investigations
  • Noise ordinance enforcement

Key Specifications for Model 821-NNR

AccuracyIEC 61672-1:2013 Class 1, ANSI S1.4 Class 1
Dynamic Range (A-weighted typical)17 to 140 dB
Time WeightingsFast, Slow, & Impulse
Frequency WeightingsA, C, and Z (simultaneous)
Measured MetricsLeq, Lmax, Lmin, Lpeak, Ln (6 values), LDN, LDEN, Time Above
Time History Logging100 ms to 1 hour
Sound RecordingUser-selectable trigger, recording length, and quality settings
Audio Recording Format16-bit PCM or 32-bit Float WAV
Event TriggerResident-operated pushbutton trigger (ACC011) or level-based automatic trigger
Pre-Trigger Audio0 to 30 seconds
Data Storage8 GB microSD included; supports up to 32 GB microSDXC
CommunicationsUSB-C, Bluetooth BLE 4.1
Power OptionsInternal lithium battery, USB-C power, Qi wireless charging, or external 12 VDC
Battery Runtime40 hours (display off); 15 hours (display on)
Operating Temperature-30 °C to +60 °C (-22 °F to +140 °F)

Accessories

Class 1 acoustic calibrator with rechargeable battery; 94 dB and 114 dB output
Class 1 measurement microphone
Preamplifier for the 821 sound level meter
Large, easy-to-use remote trigger for nuisance event recording
Foam windscreen for outdoor or draft protection
Locks the kit securely after deployment
Discreet carrying backpack for the NNR kit
Compact tripod for instrument deployment
Mounting adapter for microphone/tripod
Industrial-grade memory card
Data transfer and charging cable
External power supply
Wireless charging pad for the SoundExpert meter
Protective screen film for 821/721 models
Dedicated carrying/storage case for the nuisance recorder kit
Outdoor enclosure for long-term environmental monitoring
External battery for extended operation
Weather protection system for outdoor microphone measurements
Pole and clamp mounting system (battery, meter, and cables not included)

Standards and Approvals for 821-NNR

AcousticANSI S1.4-2014 Class 1
IEC 61672-1:2013 Class 1
ApprovalsCE, RoHS, WEEE

Support

Technical Support

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  • Toll-Free (US & Canada Only) 888-258-3222

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Automatic Calibration

Automatic calibration routines simplify setup while maintaining a complete calibration history for confidence in measurement accuracy. Simply insert the microphone into the calibrator, and the meter automatically handles calibration.

G4 Utility

Free software for downloading, organizing, analyzing, and reporting measurements. View graphical time histories, synchronize audio recordings with measurement data, export reports, and manage projects.

Atlas™ Mobile App

Control the meter remotely from an Android or iOS device for convenient setup, measurement control, data viewing, and file management.