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Mz-nh1 Vs. Mzrh10

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I was planning on buying the "top-of-the-line" MZ-NH1 and found out that it was discontinued. I found the MZRH10 to be very interesting so I decided to compare specs of the two models. I am planning on buying an HD-MD for field recording so I want to make sure I get a model witht he best recording sound possible. There are a few minor differences between the two models but nothing that would/should change the recording quality. The only difference that I found to be interesting was that the specs for the MZ-NH1 mic input said: Mic: stereo mini-jack (minimum input level 0.25 mV).......the MZRH10 mic input said: Mic: stereo mini-jack (minimum input level 0.13 mV)

This might be a silly question but would the difference between 0.25 mV and 0.13 mV mean anything to the recording quality?

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A lower minimum input level on the mic preamp means that it should have a lower noise floor, and consequently a higher dynamic range while recording. This doesn't mean it will be able to handle loud sounds better, but it does mean it should be able to handle quiet sounds better.

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What about the difference between the HD amp and the regular digital amp? I use a mac so i would have to load sounds via analog outputs into my audio interface.  Should this be a concern?

I can't imagine it will make a big difference, perhaps not even noticeable (though I'm guessing since I have never heard a "regular" digital amp). The line level output of most, if not all, of Sony's MD recorders is a bit low, but I find recordings using the line out to be perfectly fine. But I am personally hoping for a HiMD deck so I can do digital recordings directly to CD.

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From what I understand, the RH10 and all of the second generation Hi-MD recorders can no longer record in standard SP (Atrac type R). They will play it however.

This may not be a big deal for most. But if you own a non HI-MD player or have a car unit and need to replace your current recorder, it could mean everything...

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