Holy Crap! Check this out.. This is what someone posted at the Fostex Forum regarding the price drops on the smart media cards.. Now mind you this post is for a 512mb card..

512MB CFC: BIG Price Drop!
I just pulled the trigger on a Viking 512MB compact flash card for my MR-8. Amazon.com is selling the card for $159 plus a $50 rebate!!! Final price = $109 (no charge for tax or shipping)! After I have a chance to give the card a spin, I'll provide a full report.
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$109.00 is not bad for a 512mb card. Gives you an idea on how the price is on the 256mb card.....

Squeak
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