Sony PCM-M10 audio recorder

[tekdroid]

Could it be that Sony is under some form of renaissance?

I'll let the link do the talkin'

Needless to say, I was tempted to buy another PCM-D50 so my current one wouldn't get lonely, but this will have to do

I'll let your collective jaws drop after seeing what's coming. I knew something was coming because many stores were offering a 'free' bundled accessory with the PCM-D50 to move stock that little bit more quickly, and it looks like this is it.

Speaking of the PCM-D50, I added a whole bunch of pics at the end of this thread in case anyone is curious. I'm expecting more of the same goodness in the newie.

Edit: oh look, a video

http://www.soundonsound.com/news?NewsID=11803

Edited July 19, 2009 by tekdroid

[Abby Normal]

Could it be that Sony is under some form of renaissance?

and a microSD ... Slot.

*applause*

Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but this little tidbit appears to answer "yes" to your question. Is this the first Sony PCM field recorder to support a non-proprietary memory upgrade?

[tekdroid]

It's great isn't it...

I think it's definitely their first portable recorder to support an SD derivative, yes. I would like to think our rants were finally heard! Woohoo. I actually feel good about Sony once more (will their video cameras follow? - 'cause their DSLRs have had CompactFlash and now SD, too).

They have a dedicated folder button on this unit. They renamed DIVIDE back to T-Mark (MiniDisc-esque). They have a dedicated DELETE button and the MENU button is gone, seemingly replaced with that FOLDER button. The integrated mics are likely non-movable unlike the PCM-D50 and it doesn't look like there will be optical in or out on this one. So they are adding to the range rather than replacing models.

I didn't manage to see the volume dial, though (and will it have a great headphone amp like the PCM-D50? - I hope so)

Many people wanted something smaller (including me), so it's good to see their flash-based recorders get some more attention (and compete better with lower-priced competition). I wonder how many AAs it will take. My guess is it might still be four.

Edited July 19, 2009 by tekdroid

[tekdroid]

Great, great stuff. That is the closest replacement to a MiniDisc recorder, and what should be recommended to newbie recording enthusiasts.

Not only that, but it (almost?) costs less than the current MD unit (as it always should have, IMO).

We'll see what street prices are like.

Edited July 19, 2009 by tekdroid

[tekdroid]

News just to hand:

the unit will be selling for $299

Excellent value (if it is what I think it is).

Cutting down some of the more esoteric features (optical, movable mics) seems to have resulted in a nice slot, price-wise. Sony should clean up with this model, I think. Pretty aggresively going at the market at last. I can't help but be encouraged by this news. Does it show?

[Hungerdunger]

I see from the photos that there is a socket for a remote, but it won't take the standard MD remotes.

Does anyone know which remote fits it, and does it come complete with the remote, or do we have to buy it separately?

[tekdroid]

I see from the photos that there is a socket for a remote, but it won't take the standard MD remotes.

Does anyone know which remote fits it, and does it come complete with the remote, or do we have to buy it separately?

It will most likely take the Sony RM-PCM1