jho4evah Posted November 28, 2008 Report Share Posted November 28, 2008 Hi,I'm in the process of deciding which Hi-MD device to purchase. Before anyone says "Why not iPod?" is because I want something thats not an iPod and I already have most of my music in ATRAC3plus. Now I have the choice of the MZ-NH600 with bonus 5 MiniDiscs and Extra Batteries etc. for AU$79. The other choice is the MZRH1 for AU$479. The reason I'm considering the NZRH1 is for microphone input as I would like to do a music production course and that would help with on the fly recordings. Anywho, any advantages or disadvantages for each would be appreciated. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strungup Posted November 28, 2008 Report Share Posted November 28, 2008 I have the RH1 , if it comes with the 40elk remote your good to go .AT822 mic from Audio Technica and the RH1 sound fabulous together Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kino170878 Posted November 28, 2008 Report Share Posted November 28, 2008 At that price I'd buy 10 NH600s, that should sort you out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted November 29, 2008 Report Share Posted November 29, 2008 * Moved to Find Your Minidisc section Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A440 Posted November 30, 2008 Report Share Posted November 30, 2008 Check the model carefully. Is it the NH600, with a line input (white jack) or the NH600D, with only a USB connection?The NH600 will record--you'd just need a battery module (under $100) for music or a preamp (under $200) for speech. So at that price it would do both jobs for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jho4evah Posted December 1, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2008 It's the NH600 with line input. And if a battery module will let me record, where will I find one?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KJ_Palmer Posted December 1, 2008 Report Share Posted December 1, 2008 There's some battery box (module) etc recommendations at this thread. These are for recording loud sounds through a line inut, eg. live amplified music and aren't really suited for 'general' everyday recording. For that you'd be better off with a recorder with a built in mic input, and would spare you the hassle of extra batteries, wires etc. In this case it would be the RH1. If you can find one, though I'd recommend the MZ-NH700, which is much cheaper and has the same features as the NH600 plus built in mic input. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfbp Posted December 1, 2008 Report Share Posted December 1, 2008 You could probably pick up an NH700 for under $100 if you look in the right places. It has microphone input, will upload recordings unlimited times to PC via USB, and will play (but not unfortunately upload) all legacy MD's. It even accepts the readily available FM tuners that go with NF810 and the more expensive NHF800.In combination with the SP-BMC2 mics, for example, you would have a great setup for about $100 plus whatever you have to expend to get your hands on these. You certainly don't **need** the RH1, though it's very nice for live recordings as I of course agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jho4evah Posted December 1, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2008 But would I be able to get a NEW NH700?? Because I don't really want to buy a second hand one. Or import one as the AUD is quite weak compared to the USD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfbp Posted December 1, 2008 Report Share Posted December 1, 2008 No, you cannot get a new one. But I wouldn't assume that to be a problem. I recently purchased 2 from different sources, while if I had been 2 weeks earlier I could have had my pick of 10 BNIB from a third source. I just didn't get my act together in time for those, as it required finding a way to purchase them from within the UK (which I eventually did). There's a different between "I don't really want" and "I really don't want". You wrote the first.It seems to me that as 99% of all models (not 99% of all minidiscs, but just counting the numbers of models ever available) are now discontinued, you are missing the huge variety of features and sizes and technologies that are available if you take the time to look. That's one of the reasons this forums exist, and most people here would be happy to help you. I have only one brand new unit. Interestingly it's the only one with a definable problem that developed during the time I owned it (not counting my original deck that died after 5 years of trustworthy service). Most of the second hand units you will get have been looked after rather well, IMO.Good hunting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jho4evah Posted December 2, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2008 I know that most models are discontinued, thats why I asked about the two models in my original post. I suppose it wouldn't be too bad getting a second hand model, as long as it was in good condition, as I don't want a device thats going to die on my in a couple of months time. And another question, would I be better using XP instead of Vista with my MD unit?? Because that would probably be the reason that I downgrade to it (apart from speed). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfbp Posted December 2, 2008 Report Share Posted December 2, 2008 Yes, you would be better off without Vista. For example Simple Burner doesn't work on Vista.There are lots of NetMD DN430's available on ebay, brand new I think. Won't be cost effective outside the US as they insist on UPS for shipping. Maybe you can find a friend willing to buy one for you. Oops, I just reread, you are already into Atrac3+ and need HiMD.I don't think that these devices are likely to die on you. They are, for the most part, extremely solidly and conservatively engineered. People here will tell you the only parts known to wear out. With only a small amount of luck you will get something quite nice that will last for several years, not months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jho4evah Posted December 2, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2008 Yeah I had a look at the DN430 but after USD-AUD conversion it costs more than a NH-600. And at least that way I can have Hi-MD as well. Looks like I'll get a NH-600 so far, unless there is a good reason to get a RH1. And if I got the NH-600, what remote would be best?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfbp Posted December 2, 2008 Report Share Posted December 2, 2008 (edited) Yeah I had a look at the DN430 but after USD-AUD conversion it costs more than a NH-600.No way - auctions were closing for around $15. The problem was shipping, you needed some American friend willing to help you. However I had a very quick look, and maybe these have all gone out to people trying to make a few dollars by reselling them. Price now in the region of $40.And at least that way I can have Hi-MD as well. Looks like I'll get a NH-600 so far, unless there is a good reason to get a RH1. And if I got the NH-600, what remote would be best??Good point. You should be able to find a remote on Ebay somewhere. There's a guide here.I'm wondering how you have all this music in Atrac3+ already (given that you don't have HiMD)?BTW here's a DH710. I know these are still pretty current as I actually found one in a local Sony store. This guy says he has 5 and is shipping by USPS (ie the mail). I might be inclined to go with one of these. I'm not quite sure why it isn't in the equipment browser here, but it really exists. I cannot find the manual and I don't remember if I saw a microphone input on the one I saw in-store. Maybe someone here knows.....added: I found the specs, and as seems from the other machines with D in the name, this is a "Downloader" so it has no line, optical or mic input, at least in the description I found. Sorry, seems like the NH600 is definitely better from that POV. Edited December 2, 2008 by sfbp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jho4evah Posted December 3, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 3, 2008 I'm wondering how you have all this music in Atrac3+ already (given that you don't have HiMD)?I use SonicStage with my PSP for music atm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mat_skm Posted December 29, 2008 Report Share Posted December 29, 2008 Hi All, I'm in the market for either an NH600 or NH700 (I can live without the mic input if necessary). I'm in the UK, and wondering what the options are for purchasing. There are a couple of options on ebay. I'm also wondering what is a good price. At a guess (judging by amazon prices), a good condition NH600 (with usb cable!) would be a bargain at 40 pounds (about 60 USD), and a good condition NH700 would be a bargain at 50 pounds (about 75 USD). Is that about right? Or should I be looking for lower prices?cheersMat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobt Posted December 29, 2008 Report Share Posted December 29, 2008 If you can get them at those prices, go for it, if I were me, I would go after the 700, it's only a matter of time before the recording bug gets into your system.Good luck,Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mat_skm Posted December 29, 2008 Report Share Posted December 29, 2008 If you can get them at those prices, go for it, if I were me, I would go after the 700, it's only a matter of time before the recording bug gets into your system.Good luck,BobThanks Bob, there's a possibility of an NH900, any reason I should go for that over the NH700?cheersMat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mat_skm Posted December 29, 2008 Report Share Posted December 29, 2008 If you can get them at those prices, go for it, if I were me, I would go after the 700, it's only a matter of time before the recording bug gets into your system.Good luck,BobHi Bob, So I just won an auction on an NH900 for 72 GBP (about $100). It has all accessories, and the seller seems a standup chap..cheersMat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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