[lug] dig recorders

[dio2002 at indra.com]

i'm branching off the recent thread on mp3 players:

> The device itself is incapable of recording, another feature I use
> frequently (though lately I frequently use a dedicated recorder with
> higher quality sound).

curious if anybody has recommendations on digital portable recorders.

desires:

- easy to get the audio off the recorder (preferably drag n drop) so that
i can edit with a more powerful audio editor.

- format flexibility (mp3 / wav)

- ability to plug in a condenser mic (for better audio quality)

- good battery life (ability to use batteries as well as charging if
possible)

thanks