Christopher

This is true.

It's not a step backwards for the live recording enthusiast. Let's continue discussion, here: http://forums.minidisc.org/index.php?showtopic=14640

Speculation has been rampant about a new third-generation Hi-MD unit dubbed MZ-RH1. Specifications are not definitive at this time, but various sources have cited that this would be a unit aimed solely at the live recording enthusiast. We've pieced together a few more details along with a picture..+++ The MZ-RH1 has officially debuted! Read more here: http://forums.minidisc.org/index.php?showtopic=14814 We'll keep an eye out, but don't expect anything official from Sony until April. From what we've heard (but cannot confirm), there will be: - PC/Mac compatibility akin to the MZ-M10/100. - High Definition Digital Amp. - Possible full USB2.0 compliance, which is somewhat impossible due to a limitation of the hardware/disc. - The only Hi-MD recording unit that will be released this year, possibly the last ever created. - An option to keep manual record settings ON even when the unit is off, instead of the unit automatically resorting to Automatic Gain Control (AGC) when the unit is powered off and on. - An option to turn off auto-track mark. - Other additions that will make live recording much more intuitive. - Cost will hover around $275-325USD (349Euro) at debut. - Line in, mic in, headphone out, 5mW output and 6-band EQ. - Aluminium body. What we can assume: - Easy and nonrestrictive upload of any recorded tracks due to advancements in Sonicstage 3.4, which it will ship with. - Adjustable mic sensitivity (as the levels are clearly displayed via unit). - Ability to charge via USB, like second generation Hi-MD units. - Ability to record in all of the new ATRAC3plus bitrates, e.g. 192kbps + 352kbps and PCM (wav) - OLED display (clearly displayed on picture). - Uses NiMH gumstick battery with high possibility of AA-battery addon pack for enhanced battery life. The unit surfaced at mp3-player.de, a German e-tailer that sells various portable audio products. Thanks to indeego for the heads up.

I saw this on clearance at Staples the other day for $69..

The NH1 was the only unit that wasn't euro-crippled, according to the manual.

Looks like the SS3.4 installer catapulted us to 32,000.

Yes, it does.

Do you have the German language set for the board? Make sure it is English (the drop down menu at the lower left).

Hrm, I'll look into it.

April.

We're going to move the Equipment Browser over to Wiki format this Summer, hence why we haven't updated it much.

I fixed the download. It's in a zip file now, enjoy.

There will be.

Live recording enhancements will be the primary focus of the unit. Sonicstage 3.x has new bitrates, perhaps this unit will be able to record them natively as well.

Invision Power Board.

Not necessarily, but Premium Members do hear things first. There's not alot of concrete information about this unit yet; I haven't seen anything to indicate that there will be other units, just this one.

We're working on a solution, just be patient.

The file is being hosted by a company (Kreative Networks) that isn't charging us for the bandwidth, so this is not necessary. I've removed the link because I want people to register and access the link through the Downloads section. Please discontinue seeding it. Thanks!

You can find the file in this directory: C:\Program Files\Sony\SonicStage\Data\Image\se

The file can be found in this directory: C:\Program Files\Sony\SonicStage\Data\Image\se

What titles did you get?

State your system specs according to the FAQ.

No problem! Another huge thanks to Daijoubu and Kreative Networks (seriously, what an awesome hosting company)!

Minidisc.org is pleased to announce a complete standalone installation file for Sonicstage 3.4, allowing you to install the program on Windows computers lacking a connection to the Internet. As many in the community learned, Sonicstage 3.4 was an epic release with enhanced functionality for Hi-MD users. Simple Burner 2 with PCM support is also bundled. You must be a registered member of the forum (free, takes under a minute) to access the download.+++ File graciously hosted by our excellent and HIGHLY recommended webhosting friends at: If you are a registered member of the forums (free, takes under a minute to complete), you can access this download in our downloads section, directly available here: http://forums.minidisc.org/downloads/details.php?file=21 A big thank you to Daijoubu for putting this together.

The SS3.4 offline installer will be released today.