I've checked these "special" cables out a bit more and, while they're still
analog, they plug into your sound card's USB port, which the manufacturers
claim leads to the improved S/N ratio. On the other hand, several companies
have these USB-miniplug cables for under $20, so even if I buy the argument, I
don't have to buy the Xitel cable...
Thanks for all of the responses on this question. Are there any thoughts out
there on the Aiwa machines, as far as their sturdiness and quality of recorded
sound are concerned? (And I'd still like to know whether you can turn the
beep off on them...)
Thanks again.
Dave.
David Witzany
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