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Whew! 8 hours later, I've just completed reading all 4 parts to this thread non stop. Now I really want a Sony recorder, and I know I want the M10 or d50. But, I'm still stuck on which way to go.
Some background: I won't be doing concerts or clubs, so stealthness won't be an issue! I do like the idea of a hand-held unit though, and both fit that description. My use will include personal recording of my electric, and acoustic guitar, and I'm digging this ambient recording thing such as recording Florida thunder storms.
If you didn't have the need to conceal the unit, would most here go ahead with a D-50 purchase instead? I'm still unclear on any SQ differences between the two? I really like that $199 price, but the D50 keeps calling!
The things that have me looking hard @ the D 50:
1. The better all metal sturdy construction. I really appreciate that big time. Perhaps this isn't so inportant if it's going to be obsolete in a few years anyway?
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2. The metal Line and mike jacks. How big a concern is the plastic connectors on the M10?
3. Possible better internals / SQ
What I don't like:
1.The price, but I can deal with that
2. The Sony Mem stick
3.The fact that it's been out for a while. I would hate to buy it just as a new model was released!!!!!!
Guy's I know most here record bands, but there is barely any info on other types of field recordings. I'll have to ask here! So for non concert taping, and mainly ambient recording, whats your pick? D- 50 pricing is my limit, buy Mics, and accessories will come later.