showMDtheway

Thanks for your reply. Yeah, I actually was concerned about the MD shorting out or something because the pre-amp (separate from the mic, not built in) provides power to the mic, and so maybe it sends some power into the MD. Know what I mean? The mic I'm using is a professional qualtiy cardoid condenser mic, like they use in recording studios.

Is it possible to record this way after converting down to 1/8 inch? I've seen various manuals that say not o use anything but unpowered 1/8 inch mics, but I'd love to record some really high quality stuff. Does it affect the power supply?

I was a long time owner od the 702 as well and I loved the slot-in capability, even if it did add bulk. Unfortunately, after four glorious years of loyal service, it died on me. Something having to do with the power supply. I'm looking into the new IM-DR580H, but I haven't found any reviews. Sharp Rocks!

I'm almost set on buying the Sharp 580, but I have yet to find a review on it. It looks awesome, about as good as you can get short of the Hi-MD that Sony's got going. Any thoughts? The only drawback that I can see is the lack of an LCD on the body. I really loved that on my old 702.