Guitarfxr, you're a stud for putting this all online and doing so much to make this device known. Tascam owes you a heartfelt thanks, if not more. I purchased a DR-1 today based on the conversations herein. I'm looking forward to comparing it with my H2, but I have a feeling the H2 will be up on eBay soon. ;-) Although not portable, I'm also interested in comparing relative quality and noise levels against the Samson C03U mic that I use for podcasting. The DR-1 may be my new podcasting mic of choice, when not in use for theater performances. Has anyone here compared (or evaluated) the new Yamaha xx2 (forgot the model number) unit against the H2 or DR-1? thanks! bruce
