Topic: Sound Devices New MixPre Series

[lubage]

Just got emails from Gotham Sound and Trew Audio, wonder how the new preamps perform:

https://www.sounddevices.com/news/sound-devices-news/introducing-the-mixpre-series

[sos]

$649 / $899, per:

http://www.digitaltrends.com/music/sound-devices-mixpre-series/

http://nofilmschool.com/2017/04/sound-devices-mixpre-keeps-your-workflow-flexible

http://www.newsshooter.com/2017/04/19/sound-devices-mixpre-3-mixpre-6-want-help-sound-game/

[drewloo]

Damn, only $900?   I like all the different powering options.  Can't wait to hear how the new pres and a/d sound.

Thanks, Zoom!   

[aaronji]

Those look awesome!  $650/$900 sounds pretty reasonable, too...

[larrysellers]

Yeah, I can't see myself not buying a mixpre-3.

[aaronji]

^ Me neither.  I suppose you can use a phone or tablet to record the USB stream?

[mountaintaper]

Yeah, I can't see myself not buying a mixpre-3.

I can see no need for myself in the 3 channel version.. unless I only want a 1 channel soundboard feed.  I was looking for a back up multi-channel recorder for festivals, I usually have to borrow one from friends.. I picked up the MixPre 6, so now I can cover 3 stages at once.  I had considered an F4 or F8, but could never fathom buying a Zoom product.  Though this isn't exactly like my 788t, i'm sure it will work wonders as a backup.

[tgakidis]

Just preordered the mixpre-6 from Gotham, happy birthday to me 

[BonoBeats]

Sound Devices built a Zoom killer lol

No DC power options, but has USB inputs- I'm assuming this will run on 5v, then?

Holy crap, that's a sexy recorder. Just when I thought I was done (with purchases), they pull me back in!

[noahbickart]

Will the 6 be able to do 4 xlr ins + a ⅛ inch in for 6 discrete channels?

[drewloo]

"Tracks   8 (6 channel + mix)"  so I would guess yes, 6 discreet channels

Here is a pic of the usb power cable.  Looks like it needs dual 5V usb sources > usb-c connector.  You might need to use a USB-c battery if you want to only use 1 usb battery.

[Fatah Ruark (aka MIKE B)]

Want.

Glad I held off on the Zoom. Never really had a use for more than 2 channels recently, but will have a few shows this year where 4 channels (or more) will be nice.

In reality the 3 channel version would be good for me 90% of the time (2 AUD mics + 1 mono SBD feed)...but for some outdoor shows it will be nice to run 2 omni's + 2 cards (or hypers if I ever get any).

I'll probably order one of these ASAP.

Just want to figure out total cost (recorder, power, bag, extra cables, etc).

[ts]

Shit! Just bought a 744.

[willndmb]

"Tracks   8 (6 channel + mix)"  so I would guess yes, 6 discreet channels

Here is a pic of the usb power cable.  Looks like it needs dual 5V usb sources > usb-c connector.  You might need to use a USB-c battery if you want to only use 1 usb battery.

4 mono xlr/trs plus one mini stereo is how I see it so those last two are prob locked together

Yes the manual shows that you need two USB-a to power it, at least they give you the cable

What I'm wondering is the connection to a camera. The video makes it sound to me as if you can monitor/record audio coming from a camera vs the ta scam mod.es for example which you can send the camera audio

[larrysellers]

Lots of options for powering this thing.

It can be powered from the rear battery sled or from USB. It ships with a battery sled for 4 AA batteries. There is an optional accessory battery sled that accepts two Sony L-Mount batteries.

April 19, 2017 at 1:00PM
Nic Stage
Service / Support Coordinator - Sound Devices, LLC