wfielding

I read your comments with interest because I am looking for a new portable recorder that I can use to record my class lectures. These are converted to a digital file and then they are posted on-line for class members. I currently use a Sony MZ-R700 which I attach to my belt and use a lapel mic. I also plug the Sony into the sound board when there is a sound system. I am looking for something similar but wanted it to be digital and to record either in WAV or MP3/WMA. The DR-1 sounded good until I read your comment about noise when the unit was moved around. I won't be holding it in my hand but I will walk around with it on my belt. Would the lapel mic and the unit attached to my belt or put into my coat pocket make any difference with what you heard or is it still the same? I looked at the Sony ICD-UX80 audio recorder that you referenced but it was hard to tell what type of inputs it had and other technical specs. I like my Sony mini-disc but I want the ease of downloading a digital file. If the DR-1 is out, any other suggestions? Anyone? Thanks for your help.