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2019-09-02T15:58:07

Rated 5 out of 5

Best recorder for the money!

The best recorder you can get at this time for the money. Super high quality analog preamps and amazing limiters. It also has professional outputs that keep the quality all the way to the camera.

Jeffery N.

Sound Devices MixPre-10T Specifications

  • Frequency Response

    10Hz to 80kHz +/- 0.5dB re 1kHz at 192kHz sample rate

  • THD + Noise

    0.005% max (At 1kHz, 22-22kHz BW, gain=20dB, -10dBu in)

  • ADC

    32 bit precision; 120dB dynamic range min (A-weighted, gain=10dB, fader=0dB)

  • Equivalent Input Noise

    -130dBV (-128dBu) max (A-weighting, gain=76dB, 150 Ohms source impedance)

  • Inputs

    Mic: XLR active-balanced; 4k input Z
    Line: XLR active-balanced; 4k input Z
    Aux/Mic in: 3.5mm TRS, 2-channel unbalanced; 100k input Z
    Line: 1/4" TRS active-balanced; 4k input Z
    USB Audio: 4 channels
    All inputs fully RF-filtered and overload protected

  • Gain

    Mic input: +6dB to +76dB
    Line input: -20dB to +30dB
    Fader: -inf to +20dB
    Headphone: -inf to +20dB
    Total, Mic-to-recording (max): +96dB
    Aux In (Mic): Gain = +10dB to +40dB
    Aux In (Line): Gain = -10dB to +20dB
    Total Aux Gain including Fader (Mic-to-recording): +60dB

  • Maximum Input Level

    Mic XLR: +14dBu (limiters on or off)
    Line XLR/1/4": +28dBu (limiters on or off)
    Aux In (Mic): -10dBu
    Aux In (Line): +10dBu

  • Low Cut Filters

    40Hz to 160Hz (adjustable), 18 dB/oct. First stage analog, subsequent stages digital

  • Microphone Powering

    Mic XLRs: 48V via 6.8k resistors, 10mA each
    Mic 3.5mm: 3V at 3k source Z

  • Limiters

    Limiter at all gain stages, range > 40dB. First stage analog, subsequent stages digital

  • DAC feeding Stereo Out, Headphone Out

    32 bit precision; 115dB dynamic range (A-weighted)

  • L/R Out

    TA3 2-channel balanced, 1.1K max output impedance, +7.8dBu max output level

  • X1/X2 Out

    3.5mm TRS stereo unbalanced, 500 Ohms output impedance, +7.8dBu max output level

  • Headphones Out

    3.5mm TRS stereo unbalanced, for use with any impedance headphones

  • USB

    Audio Interface (USB-C): 12-in/4-out; 44.1 to 96 kHz; 16/24-bit; Class-compliant USB 2.0 high speed or ASIO driver (supplied via download)
    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

  • Maximum Record Tracks

    12 Tracks: Stereo mix + 10 ISOs

  • Sampling Frequency

    44.1 kHz
    47.952 kHz
    48 kHz
    48.048 kHz
    96 kHz
    192 kHz

  • Bit Depth

    16, 24

  • Recording Storage

    Type: SD, SDXC, SDHC Card (USB thumbdrive, copy only)
    Max Storage Size: 512GB (SDXC)
    Card format: FAT32 (32GB or less) or exFAT (>32GB)

  • File Type

    WAV (Broadcast Wave File Format) with embedded timecode stamp and metadata

  • Timecode Modes

    Free Run
    Time of Day (file stamped with current ToD)
    Rec Run
    Ext LTC (file stamped with incoming LTC on BNC or Aux 3.5mm)
    Camera TC (file stamped with incoming TC from cameras that output TC)

  • Timecode Frame Rates

    Auto-detects (fps): 23.98 (same as 23.976)
    24
    25
    29.97DF
    29.97ND
    30
    30DF

  • Sync Source

    Internal, Word Clock, Ext LTC

  • BNC In (TC In)

    Switchable between Timecode (default) or Word Clock Input
    Timecode: 20k Ohms impedance, 0.3 V - 3.0 V p-p (-17 dBu - +3 dBu)
    Word Clock: 10k Ohms impedance, 1.5V p-p

  • BNC Out (TC Out)

    Switchable between Timecode (default) or Word Clock Output
    Timecode: 1k Ohms impedance, 3.0V p-p (+12 dBu)
    Word Clock: 75 Ohms impedance, 5V p-p

  • Remote Control

    Bluetooth Smart: Wireless control using Wingman app
    HDMI (micro): Auto-record start/stop trigger from cameras that output record flag over HDMI
    Timecode: Auto-record start/stop trigger via Aux In timecode

  • Touch Screen

    320x256; 1.6-inch, color, sunlight-viewable IPS LCD

  • Power

    AA Batteries: 8x AA sled (included). NiMH recommended
    AC Adapter: XL-WPH3: Universal, 45 W in-line AC-to-DC power supply Hirose 4-pin DC plug, with detachable IEC power cord. 100-240, 50/60Hz
    L-Mount: Optional sled for 2x (hot-swappable) Li-ion batteries

  • Operating temperature

    -20 to 60 deg. C (-4 to 140 deg. F), 0 to 90% relative humidity; (non-condensing)

  • Storage temperature

    -40 to 85 deg. C (-40 to 185 deg. F)

  • Dimensions (HxWxD)

    1.375 x 8.125 x 6.875" (3.49 x 20.64 x 17.46cm)

  • Weight

    0.9kg (1.98 lbs) (without batteries)

  • UPC Code

    854454006251

About Sound Devices MixPre-10T

FEATURED REVIEWS

Best recorder for the money!

By Jeffery N.

The best recorder you can get at this time for the money. Super high quality analog preamps and amazing limiters. It also has professional outputs that keep the quality all the way to the camera.

The World's Smallest 10-Input/12-Track Recorder
The MixPre-10T is the newest member of the groundbreaking MixPre Series of recorders, mixers and USB audio interfaces. This lightweight, 10-input/12-track recorder offers world-class sound quality, flexible powering and built-in, highly accurate timecode generator/reader - perfect for production sound mixers, field recordists and sound designers.

Exceptional Audio Quality
The MixPre-10T features eight Sound Devices' Kashmir microphone preamps. These high-performance, ultra-low-noise, discrete, Class-A mic preamps were handcrafted by Sound Devices. The Kashmir mic preamps feature a -130dBV noise floor, analog limiters and new 32-bit A-to-D converters to ensure the highest quality audio recordings that far surpass those of other recorders using simple off-the-shelf, IC-based mic preamps.

Accurate Timecode Generator/Reader Plus Word Clock
As its name suggests, the MixPre-10T features a built-in, ultra-high accuracy timecode generator and reader. Even when turned off or all power is removed, the MixPre-10T continues to hold accurate timecode for hours, more than long enough even for the most extended lunch break (or break in production)! With its multiple timecode connections, all common frame rates and timecode modes are supported as well as the ability to lock to or output word clock, ideal for synchronization in any digital audio environment.

Versatile I/O Routing
The MixPre-10T offers eight XLR/TRS combo Mic/Line level inputs and a 3.5mm Aux/Mic input, which can also be used for 2-channel line input, camera return or timecode. The MixPre-10T also provides comprehensive routing flexibility with its two TA3 balanced outputs and a 3.5mm Stereo output, each with routing matrix.

Flexible Powering
For the ultimate in portability and convenience, the MixPre-10T has multiple powering options. The MixPre-10T features locking 4-pin Hirose connector (10-17V) for either external battery powering or AC-powering (with optional AC adapter). Like the MixPre-3 & MixPre-6, the MixPre-10T can also be powered from AA batteries in a convenient detachable sled of eight cells or via an optional sled that offers powering from up to two hot-swappable Sony L-Mount Li-Ion batteries.

Auto Copy
The MixPre-10T's auto copy feature is as easy as ABC - or what we like to call "Auto-Background Copying". With this feature, users can record files up to 192kHz / 24-bit to an SD card, while automatically copying to a USB thumbdrive (USB A) for handoff to a client or as a backup copy.

Compact, Unintimidating Design
The size and weight of the MixPre-10T will fit any production environment. It features a responsive capacitive touch screen for incredibly simple and intuitive operation and a bright, IPS sunlight-readable color LCD for the ultimate in convenient navigation. The MixPre-10T also provides a transport joystick for starting record or playback and two user-programmable shortcuts allowing user customization.

Like all Sound Devices products, the MixPre-10T is extremely durable. Constructed with a die-cast aluminum chassis, it is both lightweight and incredibly robust. The ultra-compact MixPre-10T is perfect for jobs on the run.

Mixing, Metering and Monitoring
The MixPre-10T incorporates a simple mixer that offers gain control knobs and access to panning and soloing via a simple press of the knob. For metering, it provides easy-to-read ring LEDs with limiter activity, along with three LCD views for multitrack, mix and USB return metering. The MixPre also includes a 3.5mm jack for headphone monitoring with user-programmable routing presets from our custom-designed, powerful, wide-bandwidth headphone amp.

Flexible Wireless Control and Workflow
The MixPre features integrated Bluetooth Smart for easy wireless connection, control and metering via the free Sound Devices Wingman app on iOS and Android devices. What's more, the MixPre-10T allows users to manage and create sound reports.

Intuitive Operation
Like its MixPre Series predecessors, the MixPre-10T's user-friendly, touch-screen navigation features three modes of operation: Basic, Advanced and Custom. Basic mode has been designed to allow a user to start recording right out of the box and is intended for stereo recording applications, such as interviews and music recordings.

Advanced and Custom mode offer more experienced audio users access to multi-channel recording and advanced settings such as metering, routing, timecode, mic pre gain, stereo and M/S channel linking, channel phase invert, input/output delay, headphone presets and more.

Powerful USB Audio Interface
The versatile MixPre-10T makes an excellent USB audio interface featuring 12 channels in and 4 channels out from a computer at up to 96k sample rate. The Mixpre-10T also features the unique ability to record to an SD card while simultaneously audio streaming via USB.

What's in the box:

  • Sound Devices MixPre-10T Multi-Channel 10-Input/12-Track Audio Recorder with Timecode
  • MX-8AA Battery Sled (Batteries Not Included)
  • Sound Devices 2 Year Warranty (1 Year + 1 Year with Registration)