Very true about the XLR ins not existing, but I can operate the D50 easily
while holding it in one hand, and it fits in pockets of my coat - surely
that classifies it as a handheld recorder? :)
On Wed, Jan 9, 2013 at 10:52 PM, Robin <> wrote:
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> I hope I can present a dissenting opinion. While the Sony PCM-D50 is a
> great piece of kit with low noise floor, it is too large to be considered=
a
> pocket or hand recorder, and doesn't have the XLR inputs that would make =
it
> more useful. For me it falls between two stools, especially as it is not =
as
> quiet as the Fostex FR-2LE, which you can get for about the same price. (=
A
> different form factor, admittedly, but handier than the D50 plus phantom
> power pack.)
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> But if you don't need phantom power and don't want a recorder you can
> literally carry with you everywhere, then it fits the bill in all other
> respects.
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> -- Robin Parmar
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