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Title: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: fsulloway on November 18, 2013, 01:41:06 PM
Got an email that they're announcing something new tomorrow.
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: DigiGal on November 18, 2013, 01:53:49 PM
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...

(http://www.sounddevices.com/images/news/sdproduct_teaser_header.jpg)
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: H₂O on November 18, 2013, 03:13:58 PM
8 channel DSD/DXD recorder with good pre amps and touch color display <- just kidding

Cost under $1500 :)

Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: H₂O on November 18, 2013, 03:18:14 PM
You can see in the pic that the big reveal is the new SD cuff links
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: cashandkerouac on November 18, 2013, 04:34:48 PM
marking thread.  i have a feeling that whatever is announced it will be good.  :-)
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: pohaku on November 18, 2013, 06:25:02 PM
Smaller than a breadbox apparently.
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: DigiGal on November 18, 2013, 07:26:14 PM
You can see in the pic that the big reveal is the new SD cuff links

Maybe they'll have earrings to match.  ;D

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.
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: mmedley. on November 19, 2013, 12:02:03 PM
633.  Meh.
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: rastasean on November 19, 2013, 12:29:45 PM
633.  Meh.

http://www.sounddevices.com/products/633/
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: Fatah Ruark (aka MIKE B) on November 19, 2013, 12:34:06 PM
Seems interesting to me. Wonder how much it costs?
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: George2 on November 19, 2013, 12:44:26 PM
$3095.95
Title: Sound Devices 633 Announcement
Post by: DigiGal on November 19, 2013, 01:22:28 PM
Overall this looks like a fabulous unit, way to go Sound Devices!!!
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: rastasean on November 19, 2013, 02:19:33 PM
$3095.95

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

Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: mattmiller on November 19, 2013, 02:21:19 PM
$75.5 an ounce

So much cheaper than any precious metal, and prettier too!
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: Govt Mule on November 19, 2013, 03:11:31 PM
I really like the fast power up time (2 sec) and the multiple battery options and management look great for our typical users.   
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: Fatah Ruark (aka MIKE B) on November 19, 2013, 04:23:50 PM
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.
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: 404 Not Found on November 19, 2013, 04:29:00 PM
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.


Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: Fatah Ruark (aka MIKE B) on November 19, 2013, 04:34:15 PM
$3095 here.

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

$3836 with a bunch of goodies:

https://www.gothamsound.com/product/633-kit
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: DigiGal on November 19, 2013, 04:41:12 PM
$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

Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: H₂O on November 19, 2013, 05:17:05 PM
$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
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: H₂O on November 19, 2013, 05:22:10 PM
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
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: DigiGal on November 19, 2013, 06:11:20 PM
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.

Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: H₂O on November 19, 2013, 06:56:29 PM
I think the are going to pull the plug on the 702, 722, and 744 pretty soon
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: microburst on November 19, 2013, 07:09:17 PM
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? 
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: OOK on November 19, 2013, 07:58:43 PM
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
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: H₂O on November 19, 2013, 08:10:57 PM
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 (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
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: John Willett on November 20, 2013, 05:07:40 AM
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)"
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: Amir on November 20, 2013, 05:32:54 AM
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.
Title: Re: Any idea what Sound Devices big news is going to be tomorrow?
Post by: yug du nord on November 22, 2013, 07:19:19 PM
$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.
  :hmmm: