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    Hi Guys,

    So I am in the market for a decent camera with a humble budget to say the least. Just something with decent audio quality that I can record and analyse practice with. A brand new GoPro is definitely out of the question!

    What I'm asking though is, is there any other alternatives to the GoPro out there that wont break the bank?

    Happy to buy a used GoPro but wanted to put the feelers out there and see what other drummers would recommend!

    Thanks guys!

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    Look for something that has audio in. Most cheap cameras only have the external mic. Type in the search window, "Cameras with audio in". External mics are good but a lot of live music can overwhelm the SPL level in most external mics. Having audio line in capabilities on a camera will allow you to have more options on getting a clean audio feed via a line feed.

    Here's an example for $160 USD.

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    FEATURES

    High-quality 160-degree wide-angle lens (F2.0/16.6 mm)
    Built-in X/Y stereo microphones capable of handling sound levels up to 120 dB SPL
    Standalone audio recorder, with data saved in WAV format, up to 24-bit/96 kHz
    Five field of view (FOV) settings
    Records to micro SD/SDHC/SDXC cards up to 128 GB for extended recording times
    Easy one-button recording
    Color LCD
    Support for 720p and 1080p
    Video bitrates up to 24 Mbps for improved image quality
    Frame rates: 1080p/30fps HD, 1080p/24fps HD, 720p/30fps HD, 720p/24fps HD
    HDMI video output for connection to HDTVs, selectable between NTSC and PAL
    Records video (with audio) in MOV format
    Analog-style level control with onscreen level metering, 2-color status LCD on lens
    Auto Gain function automatic control over audio input level
    **Stereo input for use with external devices plus support for plug-in power**
    Headphone/line-level for fast audio monitoring
    Low-cut filter for the elimination of low frequency noise and rumble
    USB interface for live streaming and data transfer
    Compatible with USTREAM Producer, Flash Live Media Encoder, Skype, and other popular streaming applications
    Webcam and USB mic function (with direct monitoring) when used with computers and iOS devices(Apple Camera Connection Kit or Lightning to USB Camera Adapter required for use with iOS devices)
    Operates with two AA batteries for approximately two hours
    Built-in standard tripod mount
    Package does not come with MicroSD card

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    Quote Originally Posted by late8 View Post
    Look for something that has audio in. Most cheap cameras only have the external mic. Type in the search window, "Cameras with audio in". External mics are good but a lot of live music can overwhelm the SPL level in most external mics. Having audio line in capabilities on a camera will allow you to have more options on getting a clean audio feed via a line feed.

    Here's an example for $160 USD.

    1.jpg

    FEATURES

    High-quality 160-degree wide-angle lens (F2.0/16.6 mm)
    Built-in X/Y stereo microphones capable of handling sound levels up to 120 dB SPL
    Standalone audio recorder, with data saved in WAV format, up to 24-bit/96 kHz
    Five field of view (FOV) settings
    Records to micro SD/SDHC/SDXC cards up to 128 GB for extended recording times
    Easy one-button recording
    Color LCD
    Support for 720p and 1080p
    Video bitrates up to 24 Mbps for improved image quality
    Frame rates: 1080p/30fps HD, 1080p/24fps HD, 720p/30fps HD, 720p/24fps HD
    HDMI video output for connection to HDTVs, selectable between NTSC and PAL
    Records video (with audio) in MOV format
    Analog-style level control with onscreen level metering, 2-color status LCD on lens
    Auto Gain function automatic control over audio input level
    **Stereo input for use with external devices plus support for plug-in power**
    Headphone/line-level for fast audio monitoring
    Low-cut filter for the elimination of low frequency noise and rumble
    USB interface for live streaming and data transfer
    Compatible with USTREAM Producer, Flash Live Media Encoder, Skype, and other popular streaming applications
    Webcam and USB mic function (with direct monitoring) when used with computers and iOS devices(Apple Camera Connection Kit or Lightning to USB Camera Adapter required for use with iOS devices)
    Operates with two AA batteries for approximately two hours
    Built-in standard tripod mount
    Package does not come with MicroSD card
    I will now translate what Rich (Late 8) said: It will do what you want.

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    I have the Zoom Q2n, and there's nothing else in that price range that touches it. The audio and video quality are great, and it's very easy to use.

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    My experience with GoPro has been that it doesn't pick up audio very well.

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