Topic: Edirol R-09HR or Roland R-05?

[floete]

They both cost about the same; at B&H, the Edirol, at $259, is ten clams more than the Roland.  So, which should I get?  I only record voice.  I often use MP3.  I have first gen R-09 but have worn it out; the pause switch recently fell off, etc etc.  Also, I only use the on-board mics.

I know many people have moved to the Sony but I bought one once, really didn't like it, and returned it.

So, what do you say: roland or ed?

tia!

[su6oxone]

I dunno, the R-09HR and R-05 look basically the same.  And Edirol is a Roland brand, and soon to be defunct.  If you're doing a lot of mp3 recording (and I assume you're not using external mics), then probably either will suit you fine and neither will likely make a noticeable difference from the other. 

[floete]

Thanks.  And that being the case, I think I'll go w/ the Edirol.  For one thing, the Roland has the power and hold buttons combined, which given my twitchy fingers worries me, and the Edirol has them separate.  bueno.

[deadwing]

Think you'll find the battery life on the Roland is way better than on the Edirol

[F.O.Bean]

Think you'll find the battery life on the Roland is way better than on the Edirol

How many hours does one get on the O.G. R09 w/ 2300mah Energizer AA's

[floete]

yeah, there is that battery life thing.  but i've been using Ultimate Lithiums on my old r09 and it hasn't been a problem.

is battery life better on the HR than on the older one?  anyone know?

[Teen Age Riot]

is battery life better on the HR than on the older one?  anyone know?

Definitely.

My R-09 would run for about 5.5h. The R-09HR will give you at least 7h. (I used 2700mAh rechargeables. YMMV.)
Either way, battery life hasn't been an issue for me since the DAT days... 

[sunjan]

When compared, IIRC the R-09HR can take a hotter signal going line in than the R-05. This might be a non-issue for you, but it can affect the resale value in the taper community if you ever want to move on.
This brochure gives a good overview if you want to compare further:
http://cms.rolandus.com/assets/media/pdf/r-series_brochure.pdf