I'm new to audio recording. Initially my intention is to record mostly wat=
er such as ocean surf, falls, rapids, rain, though I suspect I'll be trying=
to record quieter sounds at some point. For now I would be converting to =
mp3. I want good (CD?) quality sound. I assume the "noise" of the water al=
lows me to get away with lesser quality.
I've been reading and researching for the past couple of weeks. I'm consid=
ering the Sony PCM-D50. From the reviews and sound samples I've heard, it =
seems good, though I've read some complaints about the recorder noise level=
. Downsides I see are sensitivity to wind and no phantom power. I would tr=
y to get away with using the internal mics.
Noise level complaints....
http://www.dvinfo.net/forum/all-things-audio/236327-excessive-pcm-d50-noise=
-level.html
Reviews and samples....
http://www.wingfieldaudio.com/sony-pcm-d50-sound-samples.html
http://www.barryrudolph.com/mix/sonypcmd50.html
http://transom.org/tools/recording_interviewing/200703_recorder_reviews/
Or I'm looking at the Sound Devices 702. Great sound, phantom power, more =
features/options. Downsides I see are bulk/weight of equipment, cost, more=
complicated, requires external mics, and battery limits in the field.
I would probably go with the Sony PCM-D50 if I knew it was good enough. B=
ut I don't want to have buyer's regret after a couple of weeks. Any strong=
opinions either way?
Thanks, Bob.
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