Mac users: Comparing digital recorder models: Besides recording time, how do you choose among the DS-40-, DS-30, and DS-20?
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Hi, Michael - I, too am an osX guy... you probably already did this, but I looked at Micro Memo on
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Dear Stephen, I gave your question serious thought. I even searched the web for a proper answer. Its best to contact Sony's technical dept. They will ask you for the type of recorder, model, speed etc. Regards, George Ejdaharian
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It's fine for me, good enough to record little demos on. But if you're looking for something that records studio-quality, you'll need to pony up for an LS-10, which records at 24/96 linear PCM.The sensitivity on the DS-30 is only adjustable in 3 settings, though, so if you're thinking about recording rock concerts, it'll probably still clip at the lowest sensitivity.
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Go with the 20. I owned both, and kept the 20. It takes super photos, and is much less shake-sensitive with max telephoto. The 30 advertises more MP, but the sensor's the same size, and crowding does NOT improve resolution. That's why full frame sensor unitrs cost $3K+.
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Bud Bundy is right, it is personal preference and also what works best if you intend on playing recorded disks on another player. I use the -R and -RW disks, because this format is more compatible with most DVD players - especially if you have an older one you want to play your recordings on. Eventhough the -R can only be recorded once, I'll use it for things I want to keep and have no intention of recording over. The -RW I use for everyday use and a good quality disk is supposed to allow you at least 2000 recordings. I hear Verbatims are very good quality, but I've been using Maxell & Memorex , because that's what I had on hand. Has worked excellent for me. Bud Bundy is right, it is personal preference and also what works best if you intend on playing recorded disks on another player. I use the -R and -RW disks, because this format is more compatible with most DVD players - especially if you have an older one you want to play your recordings on. Eventhough the -R can only be recorded once, I'll use it for things I want to keep and have no intention of recording over. The -RW I use for everyday use and a good quality disk is supposed to allow you at least 2000 recordings. I hear Verbatims are very good quality, but I've been using Maxell &... » Read More Bud Bundy is right, it is personal preference and also what works best if you intend on playing recorded disks on another player. I use the -R and -RW disks, because this format is more compatible with most DVD players - especially if you have an older one you want to play your recordings on. Eventhough the -R can only be recorded once, I'll use it for things I want to keep and have no intention of recording over. The -RW I use for everyday use and a good quality disk is supposed to allow you at least 2000 recordings. I hear Verbatims are very good quality, but I've been using Maxell & Memorex , because that's what I had on hand. Has worked excellent for me. « Show Less
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thanks for the response janet....i was wondering which was better...Someone told me that the kdl-40sl150 had a bit more features like being able to view photos and play mp3 via the usb on the side
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Jeffrey,Glad you asked; I reserve my white Transcend MP870 (8G) exclusively for LINE-IN recording (and now as a MICRO-SD card reader). However, I've just loaded it with a few discs of the audio book Twilight and it remembers my place. I have to tunnel straight down 3 layers (main button 3 clicks) each time, but am dropped back where I left off.For VOICE recording, and listening, AND searching through MANY files, I prefer the wheel on my SanDisk Sansa Fuze (8G) -- which opens right up to my stopping point.Hope this helps:-)
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DV is the name for the digital video tapes (mini tapes that look like minature VHS tapes). I supose the fs200 or 300 is fine for your needs, but it kinda depends on what computer and software package you use to edit and publish the video with. If you're using a mac, you'll need iMovie 09. If you're using a pc, you'll need to buy some software to convert the files (unless you want to manually go through an change each extension name - there will be lots).I have an old Canon digital camcorder that uses DV tapes, and I still prefer it to the fs200.
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Records .avi files, something a bunch of MAC video players can handle easily. Playback is simple IMO.
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From the reviews that I have read with DS-40, other than the sensitivity part looks to me like sound device that may work well in classroom as well. I am also looking for one and Olympus DS-40 looks to be the closest fit. I was concerned about the Mac compatibility - now after reading the info, convinced that may be the recorded my kid wants to buy. The sensitivity, I believe can be adjusted with proper settings. In worst case one can purchase an external microphone.
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I own a 16 gig S545 and have had it for quite a few yeas now. The difference is that it records FM radio also. When I bought mine, a new one was about $120.00. It seems that none of their models have the FM recording feature anymore. Only voice recording. Other than that you really cant go wrong buying Sony.
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Thanks for your input== The unit died on me so back to the store. I never realized how inefficient these unit are-- I do a lot of recording to DVD-RW discs so this unit wont be of any help-- (I had just purchased another 50 DVD-RW discs)I forgot how much work there is in recording the old fashioned way with all the Start & end times-Ch # . With Fios's guide you only have one button to record for future events. I think I'll wait til they come out with a unit with a guide. Although it seems like these units are near the end and will be replaced soon. thanks again!
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Not sure I fully understand the question (what does "sons" mean, for example?), but if you are simply asking why you would go with a 'stand alone' digital recorder, and why, perhaps, the Zoom R16 in particular, I can think of several reasons/advantages of considering this in addition to a computer: 1. Portability - if your computer is not a laptop, or if your computer is a laptop and it is your main computer and you do not like to 'risk' it leaving your abode, then something like the Zoom R16 is portable. 2. Easy ergonomics - having faders that you can pull up and down provides the kind of balance/adjustment that some people prefer - easier to adjust for some people than grabbing a computer mouse, or clicking to an electronic option on some digital recorders. 3. Unlike a lot of other 'stand alone' recorders', the R16 provides multiple functions - it is 'stand alone' recorder; it can function as an audio interface, and it can function as an audio control surface (i.e., provide control, via the faders, of your computer recording software). This means that the R16 has several advantages over carrying around an audio interface (which can only act as a conduit for sound sources), and a laptop. 4. The built in microphones are actually surprisingly good, and one can activate them very quickly which is handy for capturing songwriting ideas, and/or band rehearsals. 5. Unlike some other stand alone digital recorders, the Zoom R16 records directly to .WAV format - not a proprietary format - so transfer of files to a computer is easy. 6. The compressor is really good on this unit. Those are most of the reasons that I can think of that one might want this unit. The only major disadvantage that I can think of is that the R16 does not have drum machine built in, which I would dearly have loved for songwriting purposes. (And its more elaborative stable mate, the R24, has a drum program which is not the easiest to use). I hope that this has been useful. GVDV.
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The rca inputs are the better choice. This would be the higher sampling rate for the recording input. The digital recording software will do the job of any cleanup necessary and mp3 compression.
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The M30 swings both ways, to SD and HD out, which is much much sweeter, because bi is better (especially for recording DVD). ;)
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If possible, go with a model that has 2 hour recording time. Ultra vs. Mino - we've used both and don't really have a preference. My 12 year old loves her Ultra but it only has 1 hour recording time and she wants to trade hers for one with more recording capacity.
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I generally use TDK CD-R Music/Audio 700 MB 80 MIN for all my masters. I have used those or whatever is on sale as the copies. I run at least a dozen copies a week for a radio show I produce & have been extremely happy w/the Zipspin unit for about a year.