Sound Devices CL-16 Linear Fader Control Surface for 8-Series & Scorpio Mixer-Recorders

SKU: SDCL16 MFR: CL-16
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Key Features

  • Enhance your 8-Series recorder workflow with the CL-16 linear fader control surface.
  • Achieve precise audio mixing with CL-16's responsive, smooth 100mm linear faders.
  • Enjoy seamless connectivity with your Scorpio mixer-recorder via USB & other ports.
  • Power your Sound Devices CL-16 via XLR-4 for extended recording sessions in the field.
  • Customize your setup; the CL-16 supports foot switches for remote operation control.
  • Compact & robust design; the CL-16 is perfect for on-location sound recording control.
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Sound Devices CL-16 Specifications

  • Headphone Outputs

    1 x 1/4" Output
    1 x 3.5 mm Output

  • Voltage

    0 to 18 VDC over XLR-4 (Available Separately)
    Pin 4 = +, Pin 1 = Ground

  • Current Draw

    Min: 560 mA Quiescent at 12 VDC in, All USB Ports Left Open
    Mid: 2.9 A, USB Ports Total Load 5 A
    Max: 5.5 A, USB Ports Total Load 10 A

  • USB

    USB Type-A Ports: 5 V, 1.5 A Each
    USB Type-C Ports: 5 V, 3 A Each

  • Ports

    Remote Port Power: 5 V, 1 A Available on Pin 10
    Remote Port Input: 60 KOhms Typical; Vih = 3.5 V (Min), Vil = 1.5 V (Max)
    Remote Port Output: 100 Ohms When Configured as Output

  • Foot Switch

    1 kOhms, Typical
    Connect to Ground to Operate (Active Low)

  • Fader Range

    3.9" (10cm)

  • Dimensions (H x W x D)

    Screen Folded Down: 3.2 x 17.1 x 13.0" (8 x 43.5 x 32.9cm)
    Screen Folded Out: 5.8 x 17.1 x 14.1" (14.6 x 43.5 x 35.9cm)

  • Weight

    10.4 lbs (4.7kg)

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Designed For Use With:

  • Field Recorder

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About Sound Devices CL-16

What sets the CL-16 Linear Fader Control Surface for 8-Series & Scorpio Mixer-Recorders apart is its harmonious blend of traditional analog console simplicity and the dynamic versatility of digital consoles. This professional-grade control surface, crafted by the reputable Sound Devices, elevates the experience of cart-based mixing with its user-friendly operation.

Boasting 16 ultra-smooth faders and 16 dedicated trims, it offers precise control over your audio recording and mixing. The high-quality panoramic LCD screen provides a comprehensive view of your audio parameters, enhancing your ability to monitor and adjust your sound.

Engineered with durability in mind, this advanced control surface is compactly designed at a width of 16.3 inches, making it an ideal fit for any cart setup. It operates efficiently on a 12 V DC power source, ensuring reliable performance in various recording environments.

Designed specifically for seamless integration with 8-Series and Scorpio Mixer-Recorders, the CL-16 Linear Fader Control Surface is the perfect tool for professionals seeking a reliable, high-quality, and user-friendly solution for their audio recording and control needs.

Sound Devices CL-16 Features

  • Compatible with the 888 and Scorpio at launch, with support for the 833 in a later firmware update
  • 16 dedicated rotary trim controls
  • 16 dedicated faders
  • Intuitive design philosophy where channels 1-16 have dedicated, non-banking controls like a traditional analog console, and other important features may be quickly accessed
  • 32 multi-function rotary controls for EQ, pan, channels 17-32 gains, bus gains, output gains, and more
  • Large, sunlight-readable LCD screen folds down for easy and safe storage and transport
  • New high-reliability, silent, soft-touch buttons for key functions like record, stop, metadata, coms, returns, and more
  • Five user-assignable buttons
  • Built-in 5-port USB hub with (two USB-C and three USB-A) for keyboards, SD-Remote tablet, and other USB peripherals
  • 1/4" and 1/8" headphone jacks
  • Remote 10-Pin connector for custom wiring of LEDs and switches, along with 1/4" foot pedal input
  • Connects via USB-B
  • 12 V DC-powered via 4-pin XLR (not included)
  • 16 ultra-smooth gliding Penny & Giles 100 mm linear faders - best feeling faders on the market
  • Quick bottom panel access for field servicing of faders

Key Features

  • Enhance your 8-Series recorder workflow with the CL-16 linear fader control surface.
  • Achieve precise audio mixing with CL-16's responsive, smooth 100mm linear faders.
  • Enjoy seamless connectivity with your Scorpio mixer-recorder via USB & other ports.
  • Power your Sound Devices CL-16 via XLR-4 for extended recording sessions in the field.
  • Customize your setup; the CL-16 supports foot switches for remote operation control.
  • Compact & robust design; the CL-16 is perfect for on-location sound recording control.

What's in the box:

  • CL-16 Linear Fader Control Surface
  • USB Type-A to Type-B Cable (6.6')
  • 10-Pin Phoenix Screw Terminal Block
  • 1/4 " TRS Cable
  • Sound Device 1 Year Limited Warranty