Topic: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?

[fsulloway]

Got an email that they're announcing something new tomorrow.

[DigiGal]

IDK, but could be an early announcement of what this thread referenced.

http://taperssection.com/index.php?topic=165142.msg2064577#msg2064577


Teaser currently on SD's website...

[H₂O]

8 channel DSD/DXD recorder with good pre amps and touch color display <- just kidding

Cost under $1500

[H₂O]

You can see in the pic that the big reveal is the new SD cuff links

[cashandkerouac]

marking thread.  i have a feeling that whatever is announced it will be good.  :-)

[pohaku]

Smaller than a breadbox apparently.

[DigiGal]

You can see in the pic that the big reveal is the new SD cuff links

Maybe they'll have earrings to match. 

Seriously though, guessing from the products size under the cover cloth it may be a new recorder or product refresh to compete with Zaxcom Maxx replacing their 744. If so hopefully it will be competitively priced.

[mmedley.]

633.  Meh.

[rastasean]

633.  Meh.

http://www.sounddevices.com/products/633/

[Fatah Ruark (aka MIKE B)]

Seems interesting to me. Wonder how much it costs?

[George2]

$3095.95

[DigiGal]

Overall this looks like a fabulous unit, way to go Sound Devices!!!

[rastasean]

$3095.95

$309 a track
$515 an input
$1031 an xlr input
$75.5 an ounce

[mattmiller]

$75.5 an ounce

So much cheaper than any precious metal, and prettier too!

[Govt Mule]

I really like the fast power up time (2 sec) and the multiple battery options and management look great for our typical users.   

[Fatah Ruark (aka MIKE B)]

So the best I can tell this thing will:

1. Record 6 INDIVIDUAL tracks + 4 mixdown tracks.
2. Has 3 Phantom Power mic channels and 3 line in channels

Does that sound correct? I really don't have the funds for one of these now...but just in case my bonus at work is extra good...I could consider switching to something a little more durable and reliable than the DR-680.

My normal multitrack recording is 2ch of AUD + 2ch stereo SBD mix + 1ch individual vocal mic + 1ch individual vocal mix for a total of 6 channels. It appears I could still pull this off with this unit.

I like the ability to put the delay on the AUD source and mix it down in real time so if I get lucky I don't have to do that later. Also handy to have that extra card so I can give the band a copy after the show.

The size is much more desirable than the 664. Not to mention the price.

[404 Not Found]

Is the $3095.95 a documented cost?  Not bad considering other prices for SD products.

I can see selling off some older toys for this one, like my Shure FP33, Zoom H6 and a few guitars to offset the costs.

[Fatah Ruark (aka MIKE B)]

$3095 here.

https://www.gothamsound.com/product/633

$3836 with a bunch of goodies:

https://www.gothamsound.com/product/633-kit

[DigiGal]

$3095.95

Not bad considering...

SD 744 = $4195.00

Zaxcom Maxx = $2,995.00
Tascam HS-P82 = $3,500.00
Sonosax SX-R4 = $4,500.00
AETA 4MinX = $6,200.00
Nagra VI = $9,900.00

[H₂O]

$3095.95

Not bad considering...

SD 744 = $4195.00

Zaxcom Maxx = $2,995.00
Tascam HS-P82 = $3,500.00
Sonosax SX-R4 = $4,500.00
AETA 4MinX = $6,200.00
Nagra VI = $9,900.00

The Aeta 4minx is $5000 w/o time code and w/ all record tracks
The SX-R4 has been discontinued but sold for about $6200
When available not $4500

[H₂O]

Pretty nice only wish is that the included 4 pre's or even 6

Maybe the next in the series will - maybe a six channel with 6 pres called the 666

[DigiGal]

I just did a quick search on more comparable devices and those were the nubers that I found. The point is that SD's 663 unit is competitively priced among similar units. If someone compares price against say a Tascam DR-680 or Roland R44 they are not in the same league.

This is a nice move for Sound Devices and priced better than their own 744. Curious if they'll continue 744's or phase them out.

[H₂O]

I think the are going to pull the plug on the 702, 722, and 744 pretty soon

[microburst]

The Aeta 4minx is $5000 w/o time code and w/ all record tracks
The SX-R4 has been discontinued but sold for about $6200
When available not $4500

Wait, when was the sonosax sx-r4 discontinued? 

[OOK]

Pretty nice only wish is that the included 4 pre's or even 6

Maybe the next in the series will - maybe a six channel with 6 pres called the 666

Already in production for a while...  The SD 664  six channels of SD pre's:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/891297-REG/Sound_Devices_664_Six_Channel_Portable_Production.html

[H₂O]

Pretty nice only wish is that the included 4 pre's or even 6

Maybe the next in the series will - maybe a six channel with 6 pres called the 666

Already in production for a while...  The SD 664  six channels of SD pre's:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/891297-REG/Sound_Devices_664_Six_Channel_Portable_Production.html

True but still the 664 is much larger and doesn't support sampling rates above 48Khz (now supports up to 12 channel recording without any addon's) - Good for film work but I like recording at 96Khz or higher

[John Willett]

Seems interesting to me. Wonder how much it costs?

"From the horses mouth £2495 for the bare mixer or £2995 if you take the
accessories package which is portabrace bag/ l series batts and audio and
TC cables (£700 if bought separately)"

[Amir]

I think the are going to pull the plug on the 702, 722, and 744 pretty soon

That might very well be the case, but at least the 702 is still useful for those who truly desire an SD device without the extra features of this newly announced one. SD manufactures great stuff and I hope to see the 702 linger a little longer.

[yug du nord]

$3095 here.

https://www.gothamsound.com/product/633

$3836 with a bunch of goodies:

https://www.gothamsound.com/product/633-kit

Was there...  now gone.