Hi:
Alex LeVine wrote:
> Hello all!
>
> I just started getting really into my Sharp 702 for live recording. I know
> many people have mentioned problems with it, but mine has worked flawlessly
> since I bought it 5 months ago.
Same here. My 702 has become my portable of choice and I have made many flawless
recordings with it....and no UTOC errors (knock wood). For the price, you can't
beat it.
> I use an Audio Technica 822 stereo mic
> plugged straight into the MD mic input and it really sounds great, plus it
> is so small I can bring it to any show.
Wow...well, I never thought of the AT822 as small, but glad it's working for
you. The 822 is a great mic, especially if you want a simple to use single point
stereo mic that can also make high quality recordings. WHen you consider it's
cost, if offers great value.
>
>
> I am thinking of upgrading the mic pre and ADC to get an even better sound,
> so that I can then transfer the recordings to BIAS Peak on my Mac (24-bit
> files), master them and burn CDs, dithering them to 16 bits at the end. To
> that end, I am considering getting either the Sony SBM-1 or the Zefiro InBox
> to improve the sound of the MD. I have even considered getting the Apogee
> AD-1000, which might be the king of micpre/20-bit units. My questions:
>
> 1. Does anyone have opinions on using any of these with MD? I have read
> some of the old messages about this, but I'd like more in depth
> opinions/reviews if possible.
I have used both, but prefer the Zefiro. I like the ruggedness of the anodized
aluminum housing (the SONY is plastic) and the cool 9 volt battery holder. It's
sound quality is wonderful, and the mic pre's are ultra quiet.
>
>
> 2. Would the little Sharp MD sound even better if I fed it a digital signal
> from a 24 bit converter?
Yes....I can definitely say that I can hear the difference using the Zefiro. I
was a little suprised that I could also hear the subtle improvement when I made
recordings with higher end mics like the AT4050's and the AT4047's (large side
entry studio mics), compared to the much less expensive AT853's. The subtle
differences in sound quality came through clearly.
Anyway, I hope this helps!
Best regards,
Chris Carfagno
The Sound Professionals
1-800-213-3021
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