Hi everyone, I've decided on buying an mz-rh1 to replace my current ipod, and to record my bands rehearsal sessions. By reading on the forum I have learned heaps about recording in general and i thank you all for that. I did have a zoom h-2 which worked OK briefly but it just decided not to turn on one day, and that's the end of that one. I am in search of an half decent microphone to record my band, we play quite loud in sometimes small rooms and I'm in search of a microphone that can handle that type of volume. We play old school death metal with many different things going on at one time so I need some good options for mics that will do a nice job of capturing it all. I'm not expecting spectacular results but I would like something that can be used as reference for improving us as a band. Something that will be worth burning to CD for the rest of the band members to use would be great. Ideally I'd like to spend about $100-150AUS and I don't mind ordering from a reputable overseas dealer since I'm in Australia. I know I'll have to acquire a battery box as well to get the most out of the mic. Just some suggestions would be good, maybe one of you have faced a similar situation to me, your input would be greatly appreciated. Cheers.