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Re: MKH 20 mod to 5Hz?

Subject: Re: MKH 20 mod to 5Hz?
From: "Ed Anson" ed_anson
Date: Sat Mar 17, 2007 10:18 am ((PDT))
On Mar 14, 2007, at 3:01 PM, Po-Jen Chiang wrote:

> I also am confused about low-frequency recording. Even if the mic could
> respond to low frequency, could the recorder record that low? I check
> 744t recorder spec. It says preamp starting at 10Hz but starting from
> 20Hz for A/D stage. For those studying elephant or other low frequency,
> which recorder did they use to record that low sounds? I have friends
> planning in orangutan low-frequency pioneer study and we appreciate any
> input.
>
Po-Jen,

I wouldn't worry about the low frequency response of the 744T. The spec 
is 10 Hz to 40 kHz +0.1 dB, -0.5 dB. I have read elsewhere (and 
verified) that it still has substantial response (just not as accurate) 
down to 2 or 3 Hz.

Ed





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