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Sound Devices MixPre-3 II Audio Recorder

Sound Devices MixPre-3 II Audio Recorder

SoundPro Item: 54969 | Part Number: 9831

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  • Three ultra-low-noise Kashmir microphone preamps with adjustable limiters
  • Create a mix using the built-in 3 x 2 portable mixer
  • Record up to 5 tracks to an SD card and backup to a USB thumb drive
  • 5-in, 2-out USB audio interface streams to your computer via USB-C at bit depths up to 32-bit float
  • Choose bit depths from 16 to 32-bit float, and sampling rates from 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz
  • Internal LTC timecode generator. Timecode In/Out via Aux In/Stereo Out
  • Timecode and record triggering via HDMI
  • USB-A for control surfaces, keyboards, and auto-copy to USB drive
  • In-unit ISO mixing, gain, pan, low-cut, phase inversion, and phantom power
  • Sunlight-readable color touch screen and LED metering
  • Lightweight, durable, and small: perfect for bag use, mobile recording, or a home studio
  • Powerful 300 mW+300 mW headphone amp allows clear and accurate reference of audio
  • Customize with plugins from the Plugin Store
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If you record field audio, sound effects, podcasts, voice-overs, music, audio for film, or are just starting your audio journey, the MixPre-3 II is for you! With three crystal-clear, ultra low-noise Kashmir preamps, you can record multiple actors, multiple podcasters, or audio for small productions with superior quality - all the way up to a 32-bit float bit depth and a 192 kHz sample rate. This newest generation of Sound Devices' award-winning MixPre Series has been redesigned for increased performance and an astounding 142 dB of dynamic range.

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Specifications

Dimensions
Storage Size
512
Dimensions (H X W X D)
1.4 x 5.68 x 4.38 inches (3.6 x 14.4 x 11 cm)
Weight
Weight (unpackaged, Without batteries)
16.8 oz (0.48 kg)
Electrical
THD + Noise
0.005% max (@1 kHz, 22-22 kHz BW, gain= 20 dB, -10 dBu in)
Audio
Frequency Response
10 Hz to 80 kHz +/- 0.5 dB re 1 kHz @ 192 kHz sample rate
Audio
2 channels5
Gain Mic Input
+6 dB to +76 dBLine input: -20 dB to +30 dBFader: -inf to +20 dBHeadphone: -inf to +20 dBTotal
Gain Including Fader (Mic-to-recording)
+60 dB
Audio Interface (USB-C)
6-in/2-out (from computer); 44.1 kHz/48 kHz/96 kHz; 16/24/32-bit integer, 32-bit float; Class-compliant USB 2.0 high speed driver
Connectivity
Equivalent Input Noise
-130 dBV (-128 dBu) max (A-weighting, gain = 76 dB, 150 ohm source impedance)
Inputs Mic
XLR active-balanced; 4k inputLine: XLR active-balanced; 4k inputAux/Mic in: 3.5 mm TRS, 2-channel unbalanced; 2.2kUSB
Total Analog Inputs
3 mic-line inputs, 2 on Aux InAll inputs fully RF-filtered and overload protected
Input Level Mic XLR
+14 dBu (limiters on or off)Line
XLR/¼-inch
+28 dBu (limiters on or off)Aux
Microphone Powering Mic XLRs
48 V via 6.8k resistors, 10 mA eachMic 3.5 mm: 3 V @ 3k source
Mass Storage (USB-C)
USB 2.0 high speed
Keyboard (USB-A)
Text entry and control
Thumbdrive (USB-A)
Manual or auto-copy to drive
USB
Midi Control Surface (USB-A)
HDMI
TC Reader via HDMI
Bluetooth LE
Wireless control using Wingman app
HDMI (micro)
Auto-record start/stop trigger from cameras that output record flag over HDMI
Construction
L-Mount
Optional sled for 2x (hot-swappable) Li-ion batteries
General
ADC
32 bit precision; 142 dB dynamic range min (A weighted, gain = 10 dB, fader = 0 dB)
Mic-to-recording (max)
+96 dBAux
In (Mic)
Gain = +10 dB to +40 dBAux
In (Line)
Gain = -10 dB to +20 dBTotal Aux
Low Cut Filters
40 Hz to 160 Hz (adjustable), 18 dB/oct. First stage analog, subsequent stages digital.
Limiters
Limiter at all gain stages, range > 40 dB. First stage analog, subsequent stages digital. Adjustable Threshold, Ratio, and Release
DAC Feeding Stereo Out, Headphone Out
32 bit precision; 115 dB dynamic range (A-weighted)
L/R Out
3.5 mm TRS stereo unbalanced, 500 ohm output impedance, +7.8 dBu max output level
Headphones Out
3.5 mm TRS stereo unbalanced, 300 mW + 300 mW, for use with any impedance headphones
Maximum Record Tracks
5 Tracks Stereo mix + 3 ISO’s
Recording
Sampling Frequency 44.1 kHz47.952 kHz48 kHz48.048 kHz96 kHz192 kHz, Bit Depth 162432 Float
Recording Storage Type
SD, SDXC, SDHC Card, & USB thumbdrive (copy only)Max
GB (SDXC)Card Format
exFAT
File Type
Polyphonic WAV
Timecode
Timecode Modes Free RunTime of Day (file stamped w/current ToD)Rec RunExt LTC (file stamped w/incoming LTC on 3.5mm Aux In)Camera TC (file stamped w/incoming TC from cameras that output TC)
Timecode Frame Rates Auto-detects (fps)
23.98 (same as 23.976)242529.97DF29.97ND3030DF
3.5 Mm Aux in Timecode InputTimecode
20k ohm impedance, 0.3 V – 3.0 V p-p (–17 dBu – +3 dBu)
3.5 Mm Stereo Out Timecode OutputTimecode
1k ohm impedance, 3.0 V p-p (+12 dBu)
Sample/Timecode Accuracy
0.2 ppm (0.5 frames per 24 hours)
File Delivery to Cloud
Compatible with Viviana Cloud
Touch Screen
320×256; 1.6-inch, color, sunlight-viewable IPS LCD
AA Batteries
4x AA sled (included); 8x AA sled (optional accessory). NiMH recommended
From Computer
Bus-powered via USB-C port; optional MX-USBY cable, connects one USB-C to two USB-A ports
AC Adapter
MX-PSU (included) Power supply wall adapter w/ USB-C connector; 15 W; has 4 adapter plugs for US, UK, AU & Europe
Operating
-20°C to 60°C, 0 to 90% relative humidity; (non-condensing)
Storage
-40°C to 85°C

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