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Hi folks:
Following up on this thread, I just wrote a tutorial and review of the iRivers, as well as some of the microphones I use with them. It's about 3000 words and I hope it's helpful.
There are three sample recordings available on my site through the flash player on the left side. The headset microphone that has impressed me a lot is one I mentioned last week on another thread-The RadioShack Hands-Free Headset Microphone 33-3012. It is $30 in the USA and pairs up nicely with the iRivers. One of the sample recordings was made on a short car trip, and for those who like to podcast from a car (or when walking around outside), I think it's a really good choice. It is very susceptible to picking up plosives and breathing sounds, but with a little adjustment in placement, I have been very happy with the results. I also sometimes use the mic for Skype with an M-Audio Mobile PRE USB preamp/interface.
You can find the article here: <http://imagingbuffet.com/?p=241>
All the best,
Andrew
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I have a PDF all about the iRiver ifp800 series which have been discontinued, but they are available on EBay and other retailers as refurbs. I have a 512mb and 1gb version, with a 256mb version on the way. They cost from about $50-100 and I think they do a fantastic job when paired with the right external mic.
I expect to post the PDF by this Friday with some added info but I will send it offlist now to you. It will be on http://www.imagingbuffet.com and I hope it is helpful.
All the best,
Andrew Darlow
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Andrew Darlow
Editor, The Imaging Buffet
Chief Cook: http://www.bigdiner.com
Our most recent podcast available
via phone 24/7: +1 (415) 376-7216
On Apr 24, 2007, at 6:54 PM, Mark wrote:
I want to give a special thank you to Brad P. of NJ for coming to the
ACGNJ meeting and giving a great presentation. To quote my son (16
years old) who attended with me "I brought my gameboy but I never
played it." That is saying something special for the meeting he
usually brings it out sometime during the meeting. Good Job Brad.
Now the equipment question. Brad said he used a MP3 player (iRiver?)
to do in the field recordings. I have been doing a search for players
that record but I am getting frustrated. So may of the players record
with a built in Mic, and never mention a input for an external mic. I
want to get my son started. Do you all have any recommendations on
MP3 players for in the field work?
Thanks for your help in advance.
Mark
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