Hi All
Thanks enormously for your replies!
>From the info I've received it's clear that the Zoom H4 is not a good option.
>It's unreliable and has various incurable sound problems (at least, incurable
>for someone who doesn't want to open it up and start soldering in capacitors
>all over the show).
Balanced XLR inputs are also not vital for someone with my needs.
So the Sony MiniDisc wins round 1.
However, I've discovered that the price of the M-Audio MicroTrack 24/96 has
dropped to about US$260, and this is looking to be a good option.
Rec levels are adjustable on the fly (separate controls for L and R) and it has
great dynamic range and sampling rate. It also takes CF cards, which I already
have for my camera. Hassle is that it has a built-in battery that is only good
for 4 hours, but apparently one can get an external AA batt pack that powers
the unit via the USB port for only $15. I'm also not sure how clean its sound
is compared to the MiniDisc.
The other possible contender is the Edirol R-09, but the only advantage that
seems to have over the MicroTrack is removable batteries.
So, we have a three-horse race now:
1) Sony MiniDisc MZ RH1
2) M-Audio MicroTrack 24/96
3) Edirol R-09
Your comments and wisdom please, ladies and gents!
Regards
Adam Welz
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