Hi Kevin-- Do I interpret correctly that you are primarily
interested in monaural recordings of bird calls with about $1500
total to spend? Rob D.
At 11:40 PM +0000 1/7/06, Kevin Wooding wrote:
>Hi,
>
>I'm brand new here a bit of a newbie to nature recording, but I'm friends =
with
>a few recordists who I think subscribe to this group (Hi to you all!). For
>some years now I've been intrigued with the work nature recordists do and =
keen
>to do some myself.
>
>I'm having a brief visit to a remote part of Costa Rica and thought this w=
as a
>great opportunity, so I need some advice on what to take to get the best
>possible results budget wise.
>
>At the moment I have an M-Audio Microtrack 24/96 which I understand is per=
haps
>not as pro as it could be - however I'll try that out as I already have it=
. Is
>there another Compact Flash recorder that might also be good to use? I was
>having a look at the Marantz PMD-671 which appeals not least because it ta=
kes
>ordinary rechargeable batteries. Also the Tascam HD-P2 looks interesting.
>
>Other recording gear ideas?
>
>Microphones - I'm looking at Sennheiser ME66 or 67, the MKH series is a bi=
t
>above spending atm. Should I get a preamp to boost the signal? If so, any
>ideas appreciated! Any type of mic stand recommended?
>
>I have to bear in mind there is a weight restriction in getting to where I=
'm
>going - all luggage including hand luggage needs to come under 25 lbs.
>
>Thanks all, I look forward to hearing some advice.
>
>Kevin
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