digital recording and transcription systems

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2 total messages Started by KB Anderson Thu, 21 Feb 2002 20:42

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Author: KB Anderson
Date: Thu, 21 Feb 2002 20:42

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I'm an oral historian investigating a move from the use of audio tapes to a
digital recording and transcription system.  I'm interested in the following
regarding digital systems:

     1.   Suggested brands
     2.   Experiences both good and bad
     3.   What effect do airport security (x-ray) systems have on the devices

Thanks for your help.

KB Anderson

Re: digital recording and transcription systems

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Author: David Sander
Date: Fri, 22 Feb 2002 02:21

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KB Anderson wrote:
> 
> I'm an oral historian investigating a move from the use of audio tapes to a
> digital recording and transcription system.  I'm interested in the following
> regarding digital systems:
> 
>      1.   Suggested brands
>      2.   Experiences both good and bad
>      3.   What effect do airport security (x-ray) systems have on the devices
> 
> Thanks for your help.

I've asked my audio engineer, and he has responded:
Portable Tascam DAT with canon input (XLR) - (grounded and balanced input)
Sennheiser ME-40, ME-80 shotgun microphone
Rycote suspension mounting and foam cover (or similar) (in case the mic
is moved or you're outside on a windy day)
tripod mic stand (don't hand-hold a mic)

Stay away from brands who made musical instruments and have moved into
recording systems.

Sony's not bad for DAT recorders too.

OPTION 2 (cheaper, not as totally fantastic but nevertheless decent):
Digital Sony MiniDisc recorder
Sony condenser microphone with shock-mount

(pocket portability)

No problems with X-rays at airports with either system (lots of experience).

Hope this helps.


David

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