The Sharp MD-R3 has the following connectors: Coax input, Optical input,
Optical output, microphone input, line input and output, and headphone jack.
The microphone input has its own analog level control. Check the PDF
user's manual for more information.
I use a Sony MZ-R900 with a stereo condenser mic, with very good (and
stereo) results for recording my music practice. This may not meet the
original writer's criteria as it is a "walkman" style recorder. For me
that is an advantage, having it so portable.
Cheers,
Anna
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Anna Langley
Thanks to both Anna Langley and David B. Fincher! Yes, the Sharp MD-R3 has
the mic input. It is discussed as a good solution, with a poor CD part. But
you can't get it all. Any info about the price in Europe?
And to Anna, I already have a portable MD recorder, but I need some kind of