That is correct, I am looking to use a device with it's internal mics, this way
it keeps setting up to a very bare minimum, easier to stealth, and lighter to
carry around. I know going with a multi-device recorder will sport me a lower
sound noise, but it's just not something I can always use when I am out
recording in the field.
I've tested the M10 and even have a video on Youtube comparing it to the LS-11
and as mentioned it's stereo field is poor.
The LS-100 is okay, but I believe the D-50 would let me record even quieter
noises or so I think it will.
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Do you mean lowest noise using the built-in microphones?
I believe the Sony PCM-M10 wins on that score, but they are omnis so the
stereo image is poor-to-nonexistent. noise is 17 dBSPL(A).
I believe the PCM-D50 comes in second, at 20dBSPL(A). These are the figures
published by Sony.
I have compared my LS-11 built-ins to other mics I have, and my best estimate
is that they come in at around 21 -22 dBSPL.
I don't know exactly where the LS-100 falls, but I wonder whether you are
going to get much better than the LS-100 if you are looking for cardioid
built-in mics.
A decent external mic improves things by leaps and bounds. It seems to me that
is a much better investment than another all-in-one recorder.
The published noise data on the H6 preamps is -120 dBu, which is hardly
"ultra" low noise.
Published specs don't trump field experience, but that's all I have to offer!
John
John Crockett
Westminster, VT
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And all creatures
That our lives may be a blessing
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Anyone know what all-in-one recorder has the lowest noise floor which can be
used for pro-audio?
I am a one man team when comes to recording. I don't have the luxury to spend a
lot of time setting up my equipment and carrying a lot of extra gear. A tripod,
batteries, the recorder, and some sort of wind screen is all I am usually able
to bring. I record low ambient sounds and noises in nature, cities, and
anywhere else I am lead too.
I currently have been using an Olympus LS-100 with it's on-board mics, I think
the recordings mostly turn out well, but am hoping to find something with even
less noise for recording.
I know most here are familiar with the reviews from wingfieldaudio.com. The
Sony PCM D50 currently is listed as the lowest noise all-in-one recorder.
Problem, this recorder is already 5 years old and has already hit it's end of
life support from Sony, but if it's the best for this class then it will have
to do.
I know the Sony PCM D100 is out in other places then the US, but at a $1000 or
more, it's too much out of my price range at this time.
I know Zoom isn't known for quite recordings, but anyone know anything about
the Zoom h6 with it's on board X/Y mics? Zoom claims the H6 now has an "ultra"
low noise preamp, but I have yet to see any data to prove or dis-prove this.
The Upside is the H6 is a new model and has room for me to grow with XLR
connectors in the future if I ever go in that direction.
I appreciate anyone's thought's or opinions to this.
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