xnmrph Posted March 11, 2003 Report Share Posted March 11, 2003 I've been using my Sony Mz-R55 for years, now it's dead. Maybe you can help me choosing. I need optical and mic. input, and a AA case. I can live without remote control, and I prefer reliability and a good battery life than NetMd or even MDLP. I have read about some models in my budget: Sony MZN710, MZN707, SharpMDMT190. . . I´ll use for live recording, thru optical from PC and sometimes thru analog in. By the way a few questions: - I have a Sony ECM717 mic. Can it be used in Sharp units? - My soundcard is a SB Live Platinum 5.1, It works at 48000 Could it be a problem for digital recording? I had no problem with my MZR-55, but I don't know about newer units (It's no posible digital recording with an old deck Sony MD-303) I'm very confused when I've read about lots of units, what about sony vs. sharp? It seems that Sharp are more reliable. . I have two Sony MDdecks and works OK Thanks in advance I live in a little town in Spain and I don't have lots of units to choose. . . Hope you understand my english Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mystyler Posted March 12, 2003 Report Share Posted March 12, 2003 If you're not interested in MDLP or NetMD, grab the Sharp. While it is almost impossible to get a unit without MDLP these days, you can still get them without NetMD. Sharps are regarded as better for live recording, and are easier to use. If your EMC717 has a standard 3.5mm plug it will work with the Sharp. (ie. if you used it with your R55, it will work with the Sharp) No problems at 48kHz, as I believe almost all portable recorders (and decks) feature sample-rate converters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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