From Our Research Team:

Now DAT's a Portable Powerhouse!

This is the best Sony portable DAT yet! The PCM-M1 weighs in at less than 2/3rds of a pound but gives an impressive 3.5 hours of recording time (when record monitor is not in use) - perfect for field work and sampling. Some unique features that make this the best Sony portable DAT ever include a special DSP dynamics control that's ten times more effective in reducing distortion than circuits used in earlier models, self-adjusting mic attenuator, flexible Start ID options, and a superior mic preamp (3dB improvement). Analog input is via a stereo mini-jack with a Mic/Line switch. Digital I/O is on a 7-pin connector jack that's remote-control compatible and S/PDIF compliant. Features:

• Portable DAT recorder that can run on (2) AA batteries (3.5 hrs)
• Records at either 44.1 kHz, 48kHz for LP mode
• Built in Mic limiter
• 20dB attenuation switch for Mic input
• Recording level can be automatically or manually set
• S/PDIF i/o (requires RK-DA10P coax or POC-DA12P opt, not incl)
• Copy code write is adjustable
• Mic/Line In & Line Out on 1/8" mini jack
• Headphone jack 1/8"
• A VLS protects listener from excessive volume
• Low Power consumption mode preserves battery life