Sound Devices MixPre-3 II 3 Preamp 5-Track 32-Bit Float Audio Recorder, Bundle with Stingray MixPro Bag with Kickstand

SKU: SDMIXPRE3IIA MFR: MIXPRE-3 II A
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  • Sound Devices MixPre-3 II 3 Preamp 5-Track 32-Bit Float Audio Recorder
    Sound Devices MixPre-3 II 3 Preamp 5-Track 32-Bit Float Audio Recorder
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  • K-Tek Stingray MixPro Bag with Kickstand
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Key Features

  • Capture pristine audio with 32-bit float recording, ensuring incredible sound quality for every project.
  • Enjoy extended recording sessions thanks to robust battery life, perfect for on-location shoots and events.
  • Its portable design makes this digital field recorder an ideal companion for filmmakers and sound engineers.
  • Effortlessly manage your recordings with an intuitive interface, designed for ease of use in fast-paced environments.
  • Record up to 5 tracks simultaneously, providing versatile audio capture for interviews, music, and more.
  • Benefit from durable construction, offering reliable performance even in challenging outdoor conditions.
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2023-09-22T11:16:01

Rated 3 out of 5

Sound device pre3

Come without anything Just pre amp In description says what missing only the USB c cable

maksim s.

2020-05-12T19:16:32

Rated 5 out of 5

This is really cool!

It is what you think it is, so I won't go into that, If you looking at it then you know. So, one gripe: The battery tray is finicky and plastic. It's the only cheap-ish aspect to this whole thing. But it's not really important. I won't be using batteries like that, I'll be powering it through the usb-c connector always. If you're going to be attaching it under a camera or other thing temporarily with the 1/4 20 then just slip that allen wrench in your pocket, that magnet is strong! 32bitfloat/192 with 128gbSony SD (not on their supported list but works for me!) gives me 9 hours!!

Scott S.

2019-09-18T11:39:39

Rated 5 out of 5

Goodness Gracious

This is thing is good - reeaaalllly good. Once your ears taste the dead silence of these preamps, there ain't no going back. The small touch screen is working better than I expected. The on/off button placement and usability is not the greatest, but the sound fidelity from this unit makes up for any of the little problems. Way to go Sound Devices!

SEVAN S.

Sound Devices MixPre-3 II Specifications

Audio Inputs

Audio Inputs

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  • Frequency Response

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

  • THD + Noise

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

  • ADC

    32 bit precision; 142dB dynamic range min (A-weighted, gain=10dB, fader=0dB)

  • Equivalent Input Noise

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

  • Inputs

    Mic: XLR active-balanced; 4k input
    Line: XLR active-balanced; 4k input
    Aux/Mic in: 3.5mm TRS, 2-channel unbalanced; 100k input
    USB Audio: 2 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-inch: +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 @ 3k source

  • Limiters

    Limiter at all gain stages, range > 40dB. First stage analog, subsequent stages digital. Adjustable Threshold, Ratio, and Release

Audio Outputs

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  • DAC feeding Stereo Out, Headphone Out

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

  • L/R Out

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

  • Headphones Out

    3.5mm TRS stereo unbalanced, 300mW + 300mW, for use with any impedance headphones

  • Audio Interface (USB-C)

    6-in/2-out (from computer); 44.1 kHz/48 kHz/96 kHz; 16/24-bit; Class-compliant USB 2.0 high speed driverMass Storage (USB-C)USB 2.0 high speed

  • Keyboard (USB-A)

    Text entry and control

  • Thumbdrive (USB-A)

    Manual or auto-copy to drive
    Midi Control Surface (USB-A)

Recording

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  • Maximum Record Tracks

    5 Tracks Stereo mix + 3 ISO's

  • Sampling Frequency

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

  • Bit Depth

    16
    24
    32 Float

  • Recording Storage

    Type: SD, SDXC, SDHC Card, & USB thumbdrive (copy only)
    Max Storage Size: 512 GB (SDXC)
    Card format: exFAT

  • File type

    Polyphonic WAV

Timecode

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  • Timecode Modes

    Free Run
    Time of Day (file stamped w/current ToD)
    Rec Run
    Ext LTC (file stamped w/incoming LTC on 3.5mm Aux In)
    Camera TC (file stamped w/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

  • 3.5 mm Aux In

    Timecode Input
    Timecode: 20k ohm impedance, 0.3 V - 3.0 V p-p (-17 dBu - +3 dBu)

  • 3.5 mm Stereo Out

    Timecode Output
    Timecode: 1k ohm impedance, 3.0V p-p (+12 dBu)

  • HDMI

    TC Reader via HDMI

  • Sample/Timecode Accuracy

    0.2 ppm (0.5 frames per 24 hours)

Remote Control

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  • Bluetooth LE

    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" (4.06cm), color, sunlight-viewable IPS LCD

  • AA Batteries

    4x AA sled (included); 8x AA sled (optional accessory). NiMH recommended

  • L-Mount

    Optional sled for 2x (hot-swappable) Li-ion batteries

  • From computer

    Bus-powered via USB-C port

  • AC Adapter

    MX-PSU (included) Power supply wall adapter w/ USB-C connector; 15 W; has 4 adapter plugs for US, UK, AU & Europe

Environmental

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  • Operating

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

  • Storage

    -40 to 185 Degree F (-40 to 85 Degree C)

Battery

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  • Battery Info

    Optional, not included

  • Battery Material

    Nickel metal hydride

  • Battery Type

    AA

  • Battery Quantity

    1

Physical

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  • Color

    Black

  • Dimensions (H x W x D)

    1.40 x 5.68 x 4.35" (36 x 144 x 110mm)

  • Weight

    16.8 oz (476.27g) (unpackaged, without batteries)

  • UPC Codes

    854454006527 | 850061647177

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About Sound Devices MixPre-3 II

FEATURED REVIEWS

Goodness Gracious

By SEVAN S.

This is thing is good - reeaaalllly good. Once your ears taste the dead silence of these preamps, there ain't no going back. The small touch screen is working better than I expected. The on/off button placement and usability is not the greatest, but the sound fidelity from this unit makes up for any of the little problems. Way to go Sound Devices!

This is really cool!

By Scott S.

It is what you think it is, so I won't go into that, If you looking at it then you know. So, one gripe: The battery tray is finicky and plastic. It's the only cheap-ish aspect to this whole thing. But it's not really important. I won't be using batteries like that, I'll be powering it through the usb-c connector always. If you're going to be attaching it under a camera or other thing temporarily with the 1/4 20 then just slip that allen wrench in your pocket, that magnet is strong! 32bitfloat...

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Pocket-Sized Portability: Versatile. Durable. High-Performance.
If you record field audio, sound effects, podcasts, voice-overs, music, audio for film, or are just starting your audio journey, the MixPre-3 II is for you! With three crystal-clear, ultra low-noise Kashmir preamps, you can record multiple actors, multiple podcasters, or audio for small productions with superior quality - all the way up to a 32-bit float bit depth and a 192 kHz sample rate. This generation of Sound Devices' award-winning MixPre Series has been redesigned for increased performance and an astounding 142 dB of dynamic range.

Your MixPre-3 II is highly customizable to your needs. Record internally to a compatible SD card on set or stream your podcast over USB to your computer at home. Power with your computer, wall power, or record in the middle of nowhere with AA or Sony L-mount batteries. Adjust limiters, bit depth, sample rates, gain, pan, low-cut, phase inversion and phantom power to your liking. Trigger your camera with the internal timecode generator, or feed timecode in via HDMI or Aux In. The choice is yours!

Professionals love the flexibility of the MixPre Series. Don't need all those options? Basic mode has you covered.

Your MixPre-3 II is rugged, lightweight, and small, so you can throw it in a bag or mount it to a tripod or camera - or get situated on set with our Wingman App and one of our four supported USB control surfaces. With the superior sound and build quality that you can expect from the industry leader in production audio recording, your MixPre-3 II can capture audio for any application.

Customize With Plugins
The +2 Plugin expands the MixPre-3 II from a 3-channel/5-track recorder to a 5-channel/7-track recorder by adding channels 4 and 5. Suppress background noise instantly on location with the NoiseAssist plugin for MixPre II Series. One instance of NoiseAssist can run on any channel, bus L, or bus R. The two-instance NoiseAssist plugin can run on two channels, both mix tracks, or one channel and one mix track.

Using multiple microphones with your MixPre II? Enable MixAssist to reduce unwanted background noise while recording.

What's New in the MixPre-3 II?
• Bit depth up to 32-bit float for increased dynamic range
• 32-bit float USB audio streaming - the only 32-bit float USB audio interface on the market
• Record up to 192 kHz
• Faster, more advanced hardware
• Internal LTC timecode generation and output
• Adjustable limiters
• Auto-copy to USB drive
• Pre-roll buffer increased to 10 seconds
• USB output delay
• Optional: Up to 2 instances of the NoiseAssist Plugin

Sound Devices MixPre-3 II Features

  • Three ultra-low-noise Kashmir microphone preamps with adjustable limiters capture high quality audio in the field, on set, or with a computer
  • Create a mix using the built-in 3 x 2 portable mixer
  • Record up to 5 tracks to an SD card and backup to a USB thumb drive
  • 5-in, 2-out USB audio interface streams to your computer via USB-C
  • Choose bit depths from 16 to 32-bit float, and sampling rates from 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz
  • Internal LTC timecode generator. Timecode In/Out via Aux In/Stereo Out
  • Timecode and record triggering via HDMI
  • USB-A for control surfaces, keyboards, and auto-copy to USB drive
  • In-unit ISO mixing, gain, pan, low-cut, phase inversion, and phantom power
  • Sunlight-readable color touch screen and LED metering
  • Lightweight, durable, and small: perfect for bag use, mobile recording, or a home studio
  • Powerful 300 mW+300 mW headphone amp allows clear and accurate reference of audio
  • Includes a MX-4AA Battery Sled (batteries not included), MX-PSU AC Power Supply, and USB-C to USB-C cable
  • Customize with plugins from the Plugin Store

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

Key Features

  • Capture pristine audio with 32-bit float recording, ensuring incredible sound quality for every project.
  • Enjoy extended recording sessions thanks to robust battery life, perfect for on-location shoots and events.
  • Its portable design makes this digital field recorder an ideal companion for filmmakers and sound engineers.
  • Effortlessly manage your recordings with an intuitive interface, designed for ease of use in fast-paced environments.
  • Record up to 5 tracks simultaneously, providing versatile audio capture for interviews, music, and more.
  • Benefit from durable construction, offering reliable performance even in challenging outdoor conditions.

What's in the box:

  • Sound Device MixPre-3 II 3 Preamp 5-Track 32-Bit Float Audio Recorder
  • AC Power Supply (MX-PSU)
  • USB-C to USB-C Cable
  • (MX-4AA Battery Not Included)
  • Sound Device 1 Year Limited Warranty
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