aethyrmaster

So then is DSP Type S just an enhanced type R? It sounds as though type S is S+R, and R is just R. Will type R recorders play type S discs, and vice versa?

I'm a new user at 18, and the first within a 5 mile radius of my house!

My bad. Forgot aobut those models with them being labeled as "business recording devices." :wacky: :rasp: You're right, but they're not the same sizewise as say the N10 or N707

It wouldn't be that hard to put a little condenser mic in an MD recorder. You know, the kind of mics that are built-in on laptops? - I had to take apart my laptop recently(it overheats and locks up; if anyone needs parts for a Toshiba 440/445CDX series laptop let me know) and its built in mic was about 5/16" (8mm) square!

Amen to that! I do use mp3 a LOT, but not as much as some people(I have about 4 gigs of mp3s, anywhere from 64kbps stereo to 322kbps VBR). MP3 is a beautiful thing, but WMA is the devil itself, just like mayonnaise. Another interesting item to see would be mp3 DVD players. If they could play just mp3 DVD's, they shouldn't be too expensive compared to a high level CD player, and you could then put 4.7 gig of mp3's on a disc, instead of 700 meg. Do the math - MP3 format @ 1 meg/minute of audio=700 min/cd=11 hr 40 min on a cd MP3 format @ 1 meg/minute of audio=4700 min/DVD= 78 hr 20 min on a DVD Now, I know that sounds kind of impractical, but if a DVD mp3 player was about $80 US, and a DVD-R drive about $100, that's still 70 bucks less than an iPod mini with slightly more storage. Maybe I'm just crazy, who knows?

Why is it that earbuds have higher sensitivites and a greater frequency response range than larger headphones (behind the ear and over)? Many of the small earbuds have 102-106 dB/mW sensitivity(which is very good to exceptional) and response from 16 to 22000 Hz (Very good lows and powerful highs). Larger units are only 96-102 dB/mW(mediocre to good) and response sometimes as poor as 22 to 20000 Hz. What makes the buds so much better? Using earbuds too long sometimes will give me a pressure headache, but they are some of the most comfortable phones I've used. Is there a good compromise?

The poll is about the 707, but the question is regards to the 505 as the topic states, guess I shoulda been a little bit clearer. Sorry! :whatever: :sleep:

I understand that this unit does not have a mic in, but can the line-in be used as a mic jack with a self-powered mic? Also, What is up with all the new units coming out right before Hi-MD? Sony now has a MZ-NF520D, and MZ-NF420D, apparently build on the NE410 platform(the LCDs on the unit are the same style). Any information on the difference between the three?

I don't know if this will help anyone, but it's out there in case: http://www.minidisc.org/mzr700_to_mzr900.html It's got N707 info as well. :laugh:

If anyone has a remote they wouldn't mind parting with for this unit for 5-12 bucks US, lemme know - mine came without it.

Well, I was hoping to stay around 100 on ebay, but it's turning out that I'm more than likely going to be up to 125. If it's a good model with all papers and docs, I'll possibly get up closer to 175 depending on what's with it, what model, and condition. :wacky: :whatever:

I'm looking for a new or used Sony MZ-N707 hopefully for not too much money, USD. If anyone has one they are thinking about giving up, please let me know. Also, I just recently decided to get into MD, and I am looking for advice. I want a Minidisc recorder that supports NetMD, MDLP, and has mic input. Any and all suggestions are greatfully appreciated. My MZ-R70 I ordered off of ebay is on its way, so I'll at least have a small toy for now. Thanks!