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Sony PCM-D50. (a review)

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Stan Courtney
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Posted: December 25th, 2008 09:44 AM

My main technique for recording is to leave the recording gear in the woods overnight. The amount of quality sounds I have been able to obtain with this method has far outdone what I could gather if I were only recording when I was hiking. Overnight recording does require more recording space and larger batteries. In the mid-priced range under $450 is the Sony PCM-D50. Sony PCM-D50 The user's manual can be found at: Users Manual Excellent reviews can be read at: f7 sound and vision O'Reilly digitalmedia Brad Linder's blog Forums discussing this recorder are: The Taperssection Forums: Thread one Thread two There are several videos posted on YouTube. Sony PCM-D50 video review Sony PCM-D50 Backs Up Heftier Price With Heftier Features Sony PCM-D50 Recording media - 4Gb internal flash memory (accepts additional 4 GB Memory Stick) Maximum recordable time - Using both the internal flash and external memory stick the record time in .wav at 44.1kHz 16bit CD quality mode is almost 13 hours. Batteries - uses 4 AA batteries - Sony claims 14 hours record time Recordings: Sound file courtesy of f7 sound and vision Sound clip - Woodpecker Conclusion - I have not used this particular unit but those who have appear to think it has many advantages over others in this price range. Pros: - great sound quality - long battery life - sturdy build quality Cons: - no xlr microphone ports unless you purchase an expensive adaptor box - records only in .wav and compressed .wav Stan Courtney BFRO_Illinois

Duane
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Posted: February 14th, 2009 03:14 PM

I purchased a Sony PCM-D50 for the upcoming BF season and am really impressed with the recorded sound quality. The unit is a little pricier than some but you get what you pay for. Stan's review/information is pretty much right on...

Stan Courtney
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Posted: February 14th, 2009 08:59 PM

Duane, Wow, that is great! Hopefully you will be able to get some great recordings to share with the group. Of the four reviews I have done the PCM-D50 is the only one I don't own. Many serious nature recordists are very impressed with the Sony. Stan Courtney BFRO_Illinois

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