you can find used hhb dat recorder ( non tc ) with good
preamps-300-400usd
( i dont think anyone on that forum would have any objection as used
it for
years :-))
add good stereo mic as avanton for 600
http://www.avantelectronics.com/CK-40%20STEREO%20FET%20MIC.htm
and you can record your band relatively cheap
