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MiniDISC / Digital camera / Flash recorder / DAT recorder / Microphones

Marantz Professional CD Recorder CDR300  

Sony MD Walkman MZ-NH900

The MZ-NH900 keeps going as long as you do with its dual battery capability that plays for up to 36 hours with the supplied rechargeable and 1 AA battery. And, since it can store up to 45 hours of music on the supplied 1GB Hi-MD MiniDisc, this powerful little Hi-MD Walkman digital music player wonÍt wind down until you do. With the supplied SonicStage¬ 2 software, you can master all your music whether itÍs your MP3, WMA or WAV downloads or a concert in the park. It comes with backlit LCD remote and charging stand and provides top-quality digital recording and editing capabilities.

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Korg D888 8-track Digital Recorder with EQ, Effects, and Phantom-powered Mic Inputs

Though the finished audio is 16-bit/44.1kHz, this puppy has 40-bit internal processing, which is better than CD quality and which puts it way ahead of the competition. It also has the right combination of bells and whistles to deliver a stunning multitrack recording with a beautifully polished feel to it. As for record time, the D888 ships with a 40GB hard drive that allows a maximum of 120 track hours with a maximum single record time of six hours (you know, just in case you're writing and performing the next great rock opera).

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Marantz PMD670 - Professional Compact Flash Recorder

Like its predecessors, the PMD670 is a rugged and reliable portable recorder specifically designed for applications like meeting recording, voice dictation, high quality sound gathering and everything in between. The PMD670 includes a built-in microphone, built-in speaker, and professional mic/line inputs and outputs. You can record many hours of quality stereo or mono audio on a single CF (compact flash) memory card or Microdrive. Transfer audio files into a computer for editing or distribution by simply placing a recorded card into your computer PC card drive or use the built in computer I/O port for a no hassle approach to file transfer. The PMD670 is also fully compatible with Marantz Professional's PMDEdit editing and file management software.

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Tascam DA-P1 Audio Tape Recorder   

TASCAM's DA-P1 is a sturdy portable DAT deck with a feature set you'd expect to find on a full-sized studio centerpiece. The DA-P1 features include a switchable 48V phantom power, built in limiter with 20 dB pad for confidence in recording without worrying about clipping, SCMS free recording, SPDIF I/O, and quick charge battery system with a 2 hour play/record time. Of course it can handle recording and playback at 48, 44.1, or 32 kHz. The DA-P1's mic/line inputs and phantom power are very unique; it's like taking the power of the mixing board with you out on the job. The DA-P1 also has an optional external charger, battery pack, and carrying case, to take it with you wherever you might go. It's the perfect set-up for recording interviews, gathering Foley FX, or just recording no matter where you might be. For a professional and durable DAT recorder that can go wherever you go, the TASCAM DA-P1 has all the features you need and then some.

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Audio-Technica AT822 stereo mic   

With a compact, lightweight design, the AT822 is ideal for DAT recording as well as television, FM and field applications. The microphone is equipped with unbalanced outputs for use with readily available audio and video equipment. Its closely matched elements provide the spatial impact and realism of a live sound field. The mic offers excellent channel separation and switchable low-frequency roll-off.

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Audio-Technica AT825 stereo mic   

Designed for broadcast, professional recording, and DAT field use, Audio-TechnicaÍs compact, lightweight AT825 is perfect for camera-mount applications. The microphone is equipped with two balanced outputs for use with professional audio and video equipment. Its closely matched elements provide the spatial impact and realism of a live sound field. With switchable low-frequency roll-off the versatile AT825 operates on either battery or phantom power.

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Sony ECM-MS957 stereo mic   

Sony's ECM-MS957 One-Point Stereo Microphone is ideal for the MD Walkman and DAT Walkman Portable Stereos. Featuring a One-Point Stereo Design, Mid/Side (MS) Capsules with a Switchable Pickup Angle, a Rotating Mid Capsule, a Cannon XLR Connector, an Oxygen-free Copper (OFC) Litz cord, and a Gold-plated L-shaped Stereo Miniplug, the ECM-MS97 is for the advanced amateur and professional to use for instrumental recording.

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