I could write all day about how wonderful this new Toshiba DR570 DVD Recorder with Built in Tuner is but won’t waste your time with facts many won’t understand just saying I have been using 3 Panasonic DVD recorders with built in analog tuners for over 3 years. I received this unit in July when it became available and it is great. Look no further if you are looking for a DVD recorder with a built in digital tuner. It works flawlessly, is priced low at Amazon and I have not had one coaster yet or had it not accept a particular brand of blank media even though I recommend sticking with the superior Tayio-Yuden DVDs made in Japan. The Panasonics were all picky about brands of blank DVDs and the different formats they can be purchased in. I found this unit was pretty easy to set up and after scanning for all available channels on my cable system I was ready to go. The recorded results I get after recording on any of the digital or high def channels are beautiful. To get the best picture, I always record on the alternate high def digital channel that is available on all the major networks including 3 PBS channels on my cable system. My one complaint is what another reviewer has mentioned, the horrible tiny, dull grey printing on the dark black remote control I will just tell you this product does what it is supposed to do perfectly and does it very well. I highly recommend this unit and the price has dropped since I bought mine in July making it even a better deal.

A simple idea: provide brilliant stereo recording in an easy-to-use, ultra-portable device. Now everyone can record pristine audio in an infinite variety of applications with Zoom H2 Handy Portable Stereo Recorder. From seminars and conferences, to electronic news gathering (ENG) and podcasting, to musical performances, songwriting sessions and rehearsals, the H2 provides amazing recording quality. And no matter what kind of music you perform or the instrument you play, the H2 can effortlessly record it in high-quality stereo.

Why Four Mics are Better Than Two
90 degree Pattern
90° Pattern
Record from the front at 90°
120 degree Pattern
120° Pattern
Record from the front at 120°
The H2 is the only portable recorder with 4 mic capsules on-board for 360° recording. With 4 mic capsules in a W-X/Y configuration, the audio is decoded instantly, bringing these four signals together for unparalleled stereo imaging.

But the H2 doesn’t stop there. For maximum flexibility, you can record from the front of the H2 in a 90° pickup pattern or the rear of the H2 in a 120° pickup pattern at up to 96 kHz/24-bit resolution as a WAV file, or as an MP3 file at bitrates up to 320 kbps. Additionally, you can record in a 360° pickup pattern at up to 48kHz/24-bit resolution which will allow you to convert your recordings to 5.1 Surround.

Play your recordings on your home audio system with its 1/8” stereo output or listen to your masterpiece with headphones. Or, use the Zoom H2 Handy Portable Stereo Recorder’s USB interface to move your recordings to your Mac or PC to listen, edit and share.

The H2 records on Secure Digital (SD) media and a 512MB SD card is included. The unit can accommodate up to a 16GB SD card, allowing up to 24 hours of total recording time using the 16-bit/44.1kHz WAV format. At 128kbps MP3, you get an amazing 280 hours of stereo recording. Store your recordings on a PC or Mac with its USB 2.0 interface. And you can use its time stamping function for reference during production. Or use the H2 as a USB Mic for recording directly to a computer.

The H2 comes with earbuds, 1/8 inch stereo to RCA cable, mic clip adapter, tripod stand, USB cable, AC adapter and a 512MB SD card.

The H2 weighs 4 ounces and fits in your pocket for the ultimate in portability and convenience. Two standard alkaline AA batteries will give you 4 hours of continuous operation and a backlit display means it’s always easy to use in any situation.

Features:

* W-XY mic patterns with 4 mic capsules and signal processing allows Front 90° cardioid, Rear 120° cardioid and 360° polar patterns
* Built-in USB 2.0 interface
* Records in WAV 96kHz/48kHz/44.1kHz at 16-bit or 24-bit, MP3 to 320kbps and Variable Bit Rate (VBR) data formats
* Time Stamp and Track Marker functions in Broadcast WAV Format (BWF)
* 512MB SD memory card included
* Accommodates up to 16GB SD memory cards
* Auto Gain Control (AGC) for pristine recordings
* Auto Start function means you’re always ready to record
* Low-cut filter eliminates wind noise
* On-board chromatic Guitar/Bass tuner

H2 Handy Recorder Features at a Glance
H2 features anotated
The H2 Handy Recorder brings the ultimate in functionality and versatility to portable digital recording. A clear, backlit display features recording levels, time code, file name and remaining battery life. LEDs indicate Front, Rear, 2 Channel or 4 Channel modes and the recording angle: 90°, 120° or 360°. An Active Mic LED is on the front and back of the H2. Transport controls include one button recording, playback and pause, fast forward and rewind. Use the Menu key to enter the control menu and the cursor keys to navigate through the feature sets.

On the right side of the H2, you can plug in a powered 1/8” external stereo mic. Setting levels is easy with a Mic Gain slider for Low/Medium/High gain. You can also digitize analog recordings with the 1/8” Line In.

Use the USB 2.0 Interface to move your files to a PC or Mac for storage, editing and playback. The time stamp function is great for reference during production. And you can even use the H2 as a USB mic and record directly to your favorite digital audio software.

For brilliant stereo recording, and plenty of extras, there’s never been a simpler or more functional solution than the Zoom H2 Handy Portable Stereo Recorder.

Taylor 614CE Overview

Type/Shape: 6-String Grand Auditorium
Back & Sides: Big Leaf Maple
Top: Sitka Spruce
Soundhole Rosette: Abalone
Neck: Hard Rock Maple
Fretboard: Ebony
Fretboard Inlay: Pearl “Leaf” Pattern
Headstock Overlay: Ebony
Binding: White Plastic
Bridge: Ebony
Nut & Saddle: Tusq
Fretboard Radius: 15 Inches
Bracing:   Standard II (Forward Shifted Pattern W/Relief Rout)
Finish: Gloss
Tuning Machines: Gold-plated Taylor Tuners
Strings: Elixir® Light Gauge Strings with NANOWEB® Coating
Scale Length: 25 1/2 Inches
Truss Rod: Adjustable
Neck Width at Nut: 1 3/4 Inches
Number of Frets:  20
Color Options:   Top only (Color to match back and sides)
Sunburst Options: Blueburst, Cherry Sunburst, Cherry Black Sunburst, Ruby Red Burst, Honey Sunburst, Tobacco Sunburst
Cutaway: Venetian
Electronics: Taylor Expression System®
Width: 16 Inches
Depth:  4 5/8 Inches
Length: 20 Inches
Overall Length: 41 Inches
Case: Taylor Deluxe Hardshell

Prices:

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Taylor 614ce Acoustic/Electric NEW    $2,949.99 new - Guitar Hangar

The Ion Audio iPA03 Portable PA System with iPod Attachment lets you broadcast your iPod anywhere, anytime with professional line level output and high sound fidelity.Compatible with all iPods with universal docking connector. The iPA03 is perfect for music on the go. You’ll find it at seminars, fitness instruction facilities, outdoor musical and sporting events and even in a one-man band.Ion Audio iPA03 FeaturesTwo-way sound with hornRuns on rechargeable battery for over 6 hours with level indicatorProfessional XLR microphone includedRetractable handle with wheelsPole mountableiPod docking and charging station


Product Features

* Two-way sound with horn
* Runs on rechargeable battery for over 6 hours with level indicator
* Professional XLR microphone included
* Retractable handle with wheels
* Pole mountable

Designed for the young or beginning musician, the Casio SA-75 Keyboard provides enough features and functions to get anyone to enjoy and learn to play music without having to invest a lot of money. Thanks to a microphone headset included in the package, your aspiring musician can even sing along over the amplifier without having to take his or hands from the keys.

The Casio SA-75 features 100 top-notch PCM tones, as well as 30 accompaniment patters including 10 rhythms, 10 free-sessions, and 10 funny ones. This musical keyboard also features an LCD-screen musical information display system that includes a music-staff which displays the notes that are being played and as well as icons that indicate the beat. Additionally, Casio SA75 Keyboard has the option of turning off the melodies so that the student can play the songs with just the notation.

This Casio keyboard has 37 keys, with a maximum polyphony of four notes. Two speakers are built in to the keyboard, but there is no line-out or headphone jack. This keyboard runs on five AA batteries (not included), or can be run via an AC power adapter that can be purchased separately.

Finally, a USB mic that’s not only easy to use, but sounds as good on your desktop as it does in a professional recording studio. Meet the Snowball,™ theworld’s first professional USB mic.

Whether you’re recording a guitar at your kitchen table or a complete band in the studio, the Snowball can capture it with detail unheard of before in a USB mic.

Blue Microphones Snowball USB Microphone Bundle is a direct plug n’ play mic that connects to either a Mac or PC – no additional software is needed. With its dual capsule design and unique three-pattern switch (cardioid, cardioid with -10dB pad and omni), the Snowball can handle everything from soft vocals to the loudest garage band — and it’s ideal for podcasting. Check it out and you’ll see why it’s the coolest mic in town.

Podcasting Perfected and More
Golly. What is that thing?
Simply put, the Snowball is Blue Microphones’ revolutionary new USB microphone—the first studioquality USB mic on this (or any other) planet. It’s never been easier to get live audio into your Macintosh or Windows desktop or laptop. Just plug it in, adjust your input level and you’re up and running!

Aside from its simple direct interface, the Snowball is simply the best-sounding USB mic on the market, and with two pickup patterns and a separate setting for really loud sounds, it’s versatile enough to cover a wide range of recording and real-time applications, from high quality podcasting and telephony to vocal and instrument recording in both home and professional studios. Whether you’re recording a podcast, a guitar at your kitchen table or the whole band in the studio, the Snowball can capture it with detail unheard of in a USB mic.

Of course you want to do your own podcast! Enter the Snowball — the perfect solution for professional-sounding results in an affordable, easy-to-use package. Ideal for any application where you need to get high-quality audio into your computer, the Snowball unites the heritage of vintage classic microphones costing thousands of dollars with cutting edge technology and an ease of use never imagined! Engineered to be heads and ears above built-ins and “computer store” mics, the Snowball can handle everything from vocals to sound effects and, of course, just about any musical instrument!

Blue Microphones Snowball USB Microphone Bundle includes a shielded USB cable and a spiffy desktop mic stand. You also get an easy-to-understand manual with loads of recording tips, so you can literally set-up your Snowball and be recording in just a matter of minutes. Plus, a variety of software recording applications are compatible with the Snowball,* including Apple’s new GarageBand 3. Give it a listen — you won’t believe your ears.