Topic: New Taper

[china_rider]

Someone mentioned running a level meter box... comes in handy when the recorder has an inaccurate metering system, but I think the iriver's meters will be fine

The IRivers meters do just fine if you have the unit in hand and can watch the levels.  Another nice touch is the ability to set the backlight to go on once you peak.  However, if you are not always going to be right next to your gear an SVU1 can be really nice.  I have both an R-9 and an R-4 which have good meters but I still use the SVU1 anytime I may not be right next to my gear.  I like being able to wonder away from my gear to talk with friends, dance, etc and still be able to watch the levels from almost anywhere.

Stay Kind,
Dana

[DMBprez]

Thank you very much Ryan and Dana, your patience is greatly appreciated.  Sorry for all the n00b questions.

But yes, I have yet another.

When I do get the UA5, where does it go?

I am running:

SMK's -> XLR's-> Phantom -> MIT 176's -> iRiver. 

[Ryan Sims]

You have a perfectly useful rig right now, you just need an adapter to go from the transformers to the iRiver's line-in.

Then benefits of the UA-5 are that it does phantom power and analog to digital conversion in one box, along with level adjustment, and it sounds good too.  So when you get it, your rig will look something like:

SMK's > XLR > UA-5 > Optical Cable > iRiver

You won't need the phantom supply anymore, since the UA-5 provides that for you, and it will also likely eliminate the need for the transformers, but you should keep them around in the event of a really hot situation, like a hyper soundboard feed.  The UA-5 also gives you more inputs, so you could run multiple sets of microphones (for which you would want to keep the phantom supply) or a soundboard+audience matrix. 

But by all means, get yourself a few dollar adapter and go tape some stuff now.  Get a feel for the iRiver and see what you like.  +T.

[anodyne33]

But by all means, get yourself a few dollar adapter and go tape some stuff now. 

True that!

[DMBprez]

Oh, I've got the adapter.  And I will be taping 

[(((KB)))]

Oh, I've got the adapter.  And I will be taping 

SWEET!!!  What are you rolling for?

-K

EDIT:
Here's your UA5:
http://taperssection.com/index.php?topic=72722.0
 

[DMBprez]

My goal is Government Mule on Dec 3rd. 

[Ryan Sims]

Mule is a fun show.  Good choice.

[DMBprez]

Okay folks,

I thought I'd give you all an update since you guys have been insanely helpful.

My stand has been altered a bit.  I chopped off the tip and grinded the tip down a bit then used a die to thread the tip.  Now my mic mount just screws right on.  I now have a perfect stand, gets me giddy just looking at it. 

I have bought everything, BUT, the JB3 or iRiver.  Still in search of my cheapest one.  Anyone who thinks they can help me out, that'd be greatly appreciated.  I already started a thread in the Yard Sale section.  *Crosses fingers.*

Thanks again for all your help.

[Oysterhead00]

You can find refurbished iHP-120s on eBay for about $120 all the time.  You can also find some non refurb used ones missing the remote, headphones, etc for around $100 if you get lucky.  Stuff that you really don't need for recording.  CJB3s seemed to have gone down in price for a while, but are now back on the rise.  I'm on my second CJB3 and absolutely love them so it pains me to say that a rockboxed iRiver is probably the better and cheaper option now.  Much better level indicators, more/cheaper battery options, smaller size, and more readily available.

[DMBprez]

Okay, I have an offer for a JB3, and hopefully I can get it thru overnight mail. 

I have the Black Crowes show on Friday, really want to tape.

What do I have to do with the JB3?  I will probably be getting it the afternoon of the concert if all goes well.

Anything I should know?

Thanks guys.

[anodyne33]

Not a whole lot to the JB3. Go to the record audio menu>new recording>monitor recording and select WAV (don't record in mp3, it's easy enough to do), and press the play button to start your recording and the stop button at the end. Lots of info in the JB3 FAQ in the archive section here.
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[DMBprez]

How will I know it's taping correctly?

[wilsonedits]

when you press the record button.... it will say preparing recording.... then on the left of the screen you will notice that the timer starting showing you how long you have been recording ......     very simple device to use

[DMBprez]

Do I need to worry about levels?