Topic: Starter help: DAT or MD or HD recorder?

[Tony B]

*]No real service options if repairs necessary

Really? If my JB3 goes wacko (which it hasn't...I freakin' love the thing), am I SOL? I can't believe that Creative's support is that bad....you have direct experience with this happening?

The product was discontinued sometime ago...no suprise they dont support it...

That's my question/point...do we know for sure that they don't repair them? Do you? Just because it's been discontinued doesn't mean that they won't fix it, does it? I haven't had any problems with mine at all, but I don't know as that one should list a lack of third party repair as a "con".

[The Kilted Taper]

There has been numerous reports of repair denial once they are out of the 30 day warranty.

[Tony B]

Reallllly..what an effin' drag. Glad I got a back up. Still, I wholeheartedly endorse the JB3...for the price, lack of media, ease of use, etc. etc. If a buffoon like me can run it (even with a solid Newcastle buzz going), anyone can.

[MSTaper]

I had the pleasure to accompany a local taper to a show last night here in town. It was quite interesting to say the least. He used the JB3 and is very happy with it. Of course, he explained all the additional components he used, the preamp, the digital/analog converter, etc. After everything was set up I basically helped "guard" the mic stand. What surprised me was that very few people even noticed what was going on or showed any interest. The band was excellent and I'm looking forward to hearing the results. rWc