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Post by anita on Jun 1, 2016 9:37:15 GMT
My minidisc recorder Sony MZ-G750 is on the blink & only records when it feels like it. With West End Live imminent my son has bought me a replacement from ebay. It is a Sony MZ-R501. The problem is that this has no microphone socket. Does anyone know if I get a new microphone with power [my current one doesn't have this] will I be able to plug into the "line in"jack & record? I have tried emailing the Sony customer care helpline only for them to say they don't exist as they are not on their current list of products.
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Post by partytentdown on Jun 1, 2016 10:18:00 GMT
Most smartphones have a pretty decent recording facility these days.
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Post by anita on Jun 1, 2016 12:50:32 GMT
Thanks theatremonkey. Seems I can't use a microphone with the MzR501 so was a waste of money.
Thanks also to partyentdown but unfortunately I don't have a smartphone.
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Post by The Matthew on Jun 1, 2016 13:12:50 GMT
If you can find a battery-powered preamplifier that might do the trick, but I've just done a quick search and most of the preamps are for studio use and require an external power supply.
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Post by anita on Jun 1, 2016 13:32:13 GMT
Thanks Matthew. My son says he will try & fix my original one. I think the record button inside needs soldering as it is not making the connection.
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