So I'm new to all of this, and looking for a portable recorder for wandering around and grabbing samples.
I need something less than $300 and truly portable/handheld. I won't be using any external microphones; I know I probably should, but it just doesn't suit my purposes.
I'm trying to choose between the Roland R-05, the PCM-M10, Zoom H2N and Tascam DR-07. Of course, if there's anything I've missed, let me know. I don't need multiple tracks, or built-in reverb, or anything like that; just simple, straightforward stereo recording.
It seems the PCM-M10 sounds nicest (significantly less tinny and noisy than the Zoom and Tascam), but it's by far the most expensive and the stereo image seems pretty darn awful with the internal mics. The Roland R-05 just came on my radar today, but seems promising.
Any suggestions?