Hi John,
I'm not into the same kind of recording as some on this list are, so for
my purposes this looks very good. The simple factor is always the main issu=
e
for me. Just one or two buttons and the metal plated cover are the kind of
minimalist approach I dearly love in a product. I was thinking of backing u=
p
my current HiMD with another, but this *Ikey* looks like it might really be
simpler, sturdier and have less moving parts than another HiMD. I would lov=
e
to get away from HiMD's messy menus and the Sonic Stage software. I am usin=
g
preamps so the fact that it doesn't power isn't an issue for me. Thanks for
posting this.
Best,
Mark
On 11/14/05, John Hartog <> wrote:
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> I noticed this device that can record wav (16/44 pcm) files directly
> to a usb storage device.
> http://www.ikey-audio.com/ikey.htm
> One would need an external mic preamp, but considering the problems
> with noise and inadequate gain with some of the lower cost CF
> recorders, perhaps this an option worth considering. The price is ok,
> looks like they can be had for around $125. I have no idea what one
> could expect for sound quality though. Any thoughts?
> -John Hartog
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