Down to two MD players:SharpMD-MT180 or SharpMD-DR480/MD-DR7

[Guest Anonymous]

I can get the Sharp MT180 for about a 100$, or the newer SharpMD-DR480/MD-DR7 for the going rate of 250$. What would be the better choice, money is a factor but some of the reasoning for going big is that: A) Will have to buy a preamp fo record lecture/live music for the 180 along with mic's, and if so will this put me up to about 250$.

I am mostly wanting to record lectures and random musical events. Along with listening to plenty of music from my collection. Quick Help is appreciated.

[Guest Anonymous]

Get the newer Sharp, no contest. You don't want to have to carry around an extra preamp (or even a $60 battery box), and the newer models have newer and better recording and playback circuitry.

[Guest Anonymous]

Hey Newguy, What did you decide to do? If you haven't made a decision yet, I've got a BRAND NEW Sharp MT190 and new stereo mic (no preamp needed) I'll sell for well below the $250 you'd pay for the other Sharp models.

If you're interested, email me at stevenjino@yahoo.com for more information.

Best wishes.