Topic: Sony PCM-A10 (Part 2)

[gmm6797]

Did you try running the deck plugged into a brick battery? It works for me and probably adds a week of use and you would fill the memory card before the battery dies

[jbell]

Anyone find a battery that works well for this purpose!

Did you try running the deck plugged into a brick battery? It works for me and probably adds a week of use and you would fill the memory card before the battery dies

[checht]

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-PowerCore-Ultra-Compact-High-Speed-Technology/dp/B0194WDVHI/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3OOG9D32VW8MP&keywords=anker%2B10000%2Bpower%2Bbank&qid=1672857257&sprefix=anker%2B10000%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-4&th=1

[nulldogmas]

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-PowerCore-Ultra-Compact-High-Speed-Technology/dp/B0194WDVHI/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3OOG9D32VW8MP&keywords=anker%2B10000%2Bpower%2Bbank&qid=1672857257&sprefix=anker%2B10000%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-4&th=1

Yep, I've used that Anker, it's awesome. Haven't run the A10 while plugged into it, but can't see a reason why it wouldn't work.

In my experience the A10 and M10 have comparable battery life — I'm curious, RyanJ, did you get longer battery life from the M10 while powering mics off it? That would be expected to draw down the battery more quickly.

[morst]

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-PowerCore-Ultra-Compact-High-Speed-Technology/dp/B0194WDVHI/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3OOG9D32VW8MP&keywords=anker%2B10000%2Bpower%2Bbank&qid=1672857257&sprefix=anker%2B10000%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-4&th=1

Yep, I've used that Anker, it's awesome. Haven't run the A10 while plugged into it, but can't see a reason why it wouldn't work.

Amazon says that model was first available in 2015. If they never made more than one batch, the battery cells could now be 8 years old.
I dunno how long these things last, but you might want to pick a newer product....

[checht]

Newer version:
https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Portable-10000mAh-Delivery-PowerCore/dp/B096TP4B1T/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3M0QX3IWJI5J&keywords=anker+10000+power+bank+usb+c&qid=1672872472&sprefix=anker+10000+%2Caps%2C157&sr=8-4

FWIW, recent testing shows my old one powers the MP-6II recording line in and PFAd mk41s for 6:07 vs 6:13 when new back in early 2019.
Under same conditions, this Mophie lasts 6:23-
https://www.amazon.com/mophie-powerstation-Portable-Charger-containing/dp/B08GG81RQ3/ref=sr_1_3?crid=AJ7AVJUU6GKC&keywords=mophie%2B10000%2Bpower%2Bbank%2Busb%2Bc&qid=1672872771&sprefix=mophie%2B10000%2Bpower%2Bbank%2Busb%2Bc%2Caps%2C154&sr=8-3&th=1

I have this 6" right-angle usb extension cable sitting around and find it helpful for ergonomics in 😈 situations using a battery:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083TGBMR4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[RyanJ]

In my experience the A10 and M10 have comparable battery life — I'm curious, RyanJ, did you get longer battery life from the M10 while powering mics off it? That would be expected to draw down the battery more quickly.

Using the same mics (AT853 with 4.7k mod) and using plugin power on both. I usually get about 30 hours with the M10 and about 7hr (one trial) with the A10. I will say that even after a 3-4 hour show, my battery is already 1/2 drained on all 3 A10s I have. All starting at the same time and not powering the mics.

[kozakz]

When I put the Sony A10 on a rolled up microphone cable with P48 the periodic click start to happen. If I remove from the cables the click disappear.

Tested with AT3032 - Klotz cabels - Littlebox - Sony A10

This continous clicking happened to me only once when I left my mobile home and adjusted the recoding volume manually.

[Melanie]

I am planning on buying a sony A-10 and want to run DPA 4080s into the ext. mic input using a y adaptor(micro dot into stereo mini plug), is this deck capable of supplying power using plug in power without a battery box? I've spoken to Len at Core sound and would like to just plug in and go as sensitive metal detectors seem all the rage in Seattle these days. Bob

[morst]

When I put the Sony A10 on a rolled up microphone cable with P48 the periodic click start to happen. If I remove from the cables the click disappear.

Tested with AT3032 - Klotz cabels - Littlebox - Sony A10

This continous clicking happened to me only once when I left my mobile home and adjusted the recoding volume manually.

sounds like the cables may be the issue, have you tried to duplicate this with a different recorder?

[zeus163]

I am planning on buying a sony A-10 and want to run DPA 4080s into the ext. mic input using a y adaptor(micro dot into stereo mini plug), is this deck capable of supplying power using plug in power without a battery box? I've spoken to Len at Core sound and would like to just plug in and go as sensitive metal detectors seem all the rage in Seattle these days. Bob

You hit the nail on the head with our local Seattle venues and sensitive metal detectors. I've also been thinking about a DPA set-up as well, with a similar cable. However, I was thinking of pairing it up with this SP key fob battery box:
https://soundprofessionals.com/product/SP-SPSB-20/
When I flew to Germany for some Cure shows back in November, my friend, that I was staying with told me about the SP battery box his friend had that looked like a key fob. When I got home, I asked SP about it and they started selling them again. I'm thinking this could be a good pick-up.

[mrfender]

I am planning on buying a sony A-10 and want to run DPA 4080s into the ext. mic input using a y adaptor(micro dot into stereo mini plug), is this deck capable of supplying power using plug in power without a battery box? I've spoken to Len at Core sound and would like to just plug in and go as sensitive metal detectors seem all the rage in Seattle these days. Bob

You hit the nail on the head with our local Seattle venues and sensitive metal detectors. I've also been thinking about a DPA set-up as well, with a similar cable. However, I was thinking of pairing it up with this SP key fob battery box:
https://soundprofessionals.com/product/SP-SPSB-20/
When I flew to Germany for some Cure shows back in November, my friend, that I was staying with told me about the SP battery box his friend had that looked like a key fob. When I got home, I asked SP about it and they started selling them again. I'm thinking this could be a good pick-up.

That looks cool, wish I hadn't bought a different BB a couple months ago.

[dactylus]

I am planning on buying a sony A-10 and want to run DPA 4080s into the ext. mic input using a y adaptor(micro dot into stereo mini plug), is this deck capable of supplying power using plug in power without a battery box? I've spoken to Len at Core sound and would like to just plug in and go as sensitive metal detectors seem all the rage in Seattle these days. Bob

You hit the nail on the head with our local Seattle venues and sensitive metal detectors. I've also been thinking about a DPA set-up as well, with a similar cable. However, I was thinking of pairing it up with this SP key fob battery box:
https://soundprofessionals.com/product/SP-SPSB-20/
When I flew to Germany for some Cure shows back in November, my friend, that I was staying with told me about the SP battery box his friend had that looked like a key fob. When I got home, I asked SP about it and they started selling them again. I'm thinking this could be a good pick-up.

Battery Boxes supplying more than 9V are NOT recommended for the DPA 406X series mics!!

I don't think that I would use this 12V battery box with a DPA setup: 

"You hit the nail on the head with our local Seattle venues and sensitive metal detectors. I've also been thinking about a DPA set-up as well, with a similar cable. However, I was thinking of pairing it up with this SP key fob battery box:

https://soundprofessionals.com/product/SP-SPSB-20/

When I flew to Germany for some Cure shows back in November, my friend, that I was staying with told me about the SP battery box his friend had that looked like a key fob. When I got home, I asked SP about it and they started selling them again. I'm thinking this could be a good pick-up."

[Twenty8]

I have two A-10s.  Neither will connect to Bluetooth on a Samsung A51.  Anyone else have this issue with Samsung phones?

[loughney]

In my experience the A10 and M10 have comparable battery life — I'm curious, RyanJ, did you get longer battery life from the M10 while powering mics off it? That would be expected to draw down the battery more quickly.

Using the same mics (AT853 with 4.7k mod) and using plugin power on both. I usually get about 30 hours with the M10 and about 7hr (one trial) with the A10. I will say that even after a 3-4 hour show, my battery is already 1/2 drained on all 3 A10s I have. All starting at the same time and not powering the mics.

What are you recording at?  I've noticed recording quality has a big impact.  Also, memory cards will also impact battery life.