Which minidisc model fits?

[cosmogrill]

Hey,

Im looking for a used minidisc for field recordings, with ability to control the level of the Mic input.

Now I`m using the MZ-n707, and it doesnt has this feature- there is just one level of mic input sensitivity.

Can you inform me about this models?

MZ-R91, MZR-900, MZ-R3 , mz-s1, MZR90 , MZR900.

I just tell the the models which sales on my area, cause I prefer to check it before I buy.

thanks!!!

[The Low Volta]

have a look at the minidisc.org equipment browser... that could teach you a lot about MD features...

but definitely have a look at HiMD as well, as it can definitely do what you want and much MUCH more

[A440]

If you put the MZ-N707 in PAUSE while recording, you can change the mic level. I think that is the same for all the models you list. But all of those models are at least 4-5 years old, some of them as much as 10 years old. You should look at Hi-MD models, which have numbers MZ-NH*** or MZ-RH***. What area are you in?

[javertim]

I used to have an MZ-N707 and know that when I was recording with a microphone via the mic-in and was recording on manual level(s), I did not have the pause the recorder in order to change the level. I just hit the REW and FWD buttons and it worked.

[A440]

Sorry, javertim is right. Guess I've been using my Hi-MD too long....

Anything after R909 has that feature, including MZ-N707. None of the earlier models you list will change volume during recording unless it is on Pause.

BUT: To change volume while recording, you have to first have the recorder set to Manual Volume. I don't have my MZ-N707 with me but the sequence is something like:

Start Record and Pause (or press REC and PAUSE simultaneously so the display blinks). Then: Menu/REC SET/REC VOLUME and switch to Manual.

Whenever you push STOP it defaults back to Auto Gain Control, and then you can't adjust the level until you re-set it to Manual through the menus.

Edited April 22, 2006 by A440

[Roamer]

I would also recommend using an HiMD.

But if you want to use a legacy MD, check Sharp units. They have manual level recording as default (actually my MD-MT190 doesn't have AGC equivalent).

[raintheory]

Sorry, javertim is right. Guess I've been using my Hi-MD too long....

Anything after R909 has that feature, including MZ-N707. None of the earlier models you list will change volume during recording unless it is on Pause.

BUT: To change volume while recording, you have to first have the recorder set to Manual Volume. I don't have my MZ-N707 with me but the sequence is something like:

Start Record and Pause (or press REC and PAUSE simultaneously so the display blinks). Then: Menu/REC SET/REC VOLUME and switch to Manual.

Whenever you push STOP it defaults back to Auto Gain Control, and then you can't adjust the level until you re-set it to Manual through the menus.

Perhaps what he means is Mic High/Low sensitivity, and not manual/auto recording levels?

[rayzray]

Perhaps what he means is Mic High/Low sensitivity, and not manual/auto recording levels?

please run the High/Low Sensitivity by me again? i keep forgetting which is for whic; switch yes or swith no?

[A440]

High sensitivity raises the gain of the mic preamp to pick up quieter sounds (as well as more mic self-noise). Low sensitivity lowers the gain of the mic preamp.

I know the MZ-R900 has a High/Low switch. I wouldn't get anything older than that at this point unless you are absolutely sure they are new. Also, the other models mentioned (except S1) record only at SP--74 or 80 minutes maximum per disc. MZ-R900 also records LP2 (146 or 160 minutes) and LP 4 (292 or 320 minutes). S1 has no mic input at all.