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Sound Devices Scorpio 32-Channel/36-Track Premium Portable Mixer-Recorder with 16 Mic/Line Preamplifiers - With Orca OR-34 Audio Bag/Mixer Bag for Large Audio Mixers

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  • Sound Devices Scorpio 32-Channel/36-Track Premium Mixer-Recorder
    Sound Devices Scorpio 32-Channel/36-Track Premium Mixer-Recorder
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  • Orca OR-34 Audio Bag/Mixer Bag for Large Audio Mixers
    Orca OR-34 Audio Bag/Mixer Bag for Large Audio Mixers
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Key Features

  • Capture pristine audio with the Sound Devices Scorpio's 16 mic/line preamps.
  • Record up to 36 tracks simultaneously on SSD & SD cards for ultimate redundancy.
  • Enjoy flexible connectivity with Dante and AES67 for seamless audio over Ethernet.
  • Use the included Orca OR-34 bag to protect your digital field recorder on the go.
  • Control via USB MIDI, SD-Remote app, or keyboard for versatile field recording.
  • Rely on the Scorpio's durable build for dependable audio capture in any environment.
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Sound Devices Scorpio Specifications

Analog Inputs

Analog Inputs

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  • Frequency Response

    10 Hz to 80 kHz +/- 0.5 dB (192 kHz sample rate, re 1 kHz)

  • THD + Noise

    0.005% max (mic in, 1 kHz, 22 Hz-22 kHz BW, trim at 20, fader at 0, -10 dBu in)

  • Equivalent Input Noise

    -131 dBV (-129 dBu) max (mic in, A-weighting, 76 dB gain, 150 ohm source impedance)

  • Processing Engine

    Highly extensible, full FPGA-based audio processing, 3 FPGAs
    Six-way ARM multiprocessor system
    64-bit audio processing precision

  • Audio Over Ethernet

    Dante, AES67 compatible
    2 channels in, 32 channels out (up to 96 kHz); 16 channels in, 16 channels out (192 kHz)
    1 Gb/s Ethernet, 2 ports, transformer-balanced

  • Mic/Line inputs

    16 total, all fully featured; 6 on full-size XLR, 2 on TA3, 8 on TA5

  • Inputs

    Mic-level inputs: (XLR, TA3, TA5): Class-A, discrete differential long-tail pair, 4k ohm input impedance
    Line-level inputs: (XLR, TA3, TA5): active-balanced, 4k ohm input impedance
    48V phantom: full 10mA to all 16 inputs simultaneously
    AES3 or AES42 available on XLR inputs 1 and 6
    AES42: +10 V, 250 mA available, mode-1, auto-ASRC

  • Inputs (Cont.)

    Rtn A, B, C (3.5 mm/10-pin): unbalanced 2-channel, 4k ohm input impedance
    Com Rtn 1,2 (TA3, 3.5mm) balanced, 1-channel, 8k ohm input impedance
    External Slate Mic (TA5): balanced, 8k ohm input impedance, menu-selectable 12 V phantom

  • Maximum Input Level

    Mic: +8 dBu (2.0 Vrms)
    Line: +28 dBu (19.5 Vrms)
    Rtn A, B, C: +18 dBu (6.2 Vrms)
    Com Rtn 1, 2: +24 dBu (12.3 Vrms)
    External Slate Mic: +12 dBu (3.2 Vrms)

  • High-Pass Filters

    Adjustable 10 Hz to 320 Hz, 18 dB/oct. 1st stage analog (before preamp), 2nd stage digital.

  • Limiters

    Limiters available at all channels, buses and headphones for all sample rates
    Analog first stage, all subsequent stages digital
    Attack time: 1 ms
    Release time: adjustable, 50 ms to 1000 ms
    Threshold: adjustable, -2 dBFS to -12 dBFS
    Selectable ratio: inf:1, 20:1

  • Delay

    Channel Adjustable 0-50 ms
    Output Adjustable 0-500 ms

  • Maximum Gain

    Trim stage (mic input): 76 dB
    Trim stage (line input): 50 dB
    Fader stage: 16 dB
    Bus stage: 16 dB
    Headphone stage: 20 dB
    Mic-to-Line: 108 dB
    Mic-to-Headphone: 112 dB

Outputs

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  • Outputs

    XLR (L, R) active-balanced, 250/3.2k/120 ohms (mic/-10/line)
    Hirose 10-pin (L, R) active-balanced, 250/3.2k/120 ohms (mic/-10/line)
    TA3 (X1-X6) active-balanced, 250/3.2k/120 ohms (mic/-10/line)
    3.5mm (X7, X8): unbalanced, stereo, 1.8k ohms

  • Headphone Outputs

    1/4", 3.5 mm
    TA5 (along with mic input pins) for single connection to headset + mic
    High output, 4 ohm output impedance, 400 mW + 400 mW at each connector, all individually driven
    Compatible with headphones of any impedance

  • Maximum Output Level (all into 10k load)

    Line: +20 dBu (7.8 Vrms)
    "-10": +6 dBu (1.5 Vrms)
    Mic: -20 dBu (0.078 Vrms)
    X7/X8 Out: +6 dBu (1.5 Vrms)
    Headphone outputs (1/4", TA-5, X9/X10): +14 dBu (4.0 Vrms)

  • Digital Outputs

    AES3 transformer-balanced, in pairs; 1-2 (XLR-L), 3-4 (XLR-R), 5-8 (Hirose 10-pin A)
    110 ohm, 2 V p-p, AES and S/PDIF compatible

Recording

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  • A/D Converters

    32-bit, 120 dB, A-weighted dynamic range typical
    Sampling rates 44.1 kHz, 47.952 kHz, 48 kHz, 48.048 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 192 kHz

  • Recording

    Internal 256GB SSD; two removable SD Cards. Each 10% over-provisioned (reserved free space) for optimum performance
    Simultaneous recording to internal SSD and the two SD cards
    exFAT formatting
    36 tracks (32 ISO channels, 4 buses)
    Broadcast WAV monophonic (48048 and lower) and polyphonic file format
    64-bit WAV (RF64) monophonic and polyphonic; support for files > 4 GB

General

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  • USB

    USB-C (USB 3.1 type 1) for file transfer of internal SSD, both SD Cards
    USB-A host for keyboard, external controller, external USB hubs supported for connecting multiple devices

  • Timecode and Sync

    Modes Supported: Off, Rec Run, Free Run, 24h Run, External, including External Auto-Record and Continuous modes.
    Frame Rates: 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97 DF, 29.97 ND, 30 DF, 30 ND
    Sample/Timecode Accuracy: 0.1 ppm (0.25 frames per 24 hours)
    Timecode Input: 20k ohm impedance, 0.3 V - 3.0 V p-p (-17 dBu - +3 dBu)

  • Timecode and Sync (Cont.)

    Timecode Output: 75 ohm impedance, 5 V p-p (+12 dBu)
    Word Clock Input: 10k/75 ohm selectable impedance, 1-5 V p-p input sensitivity
    Word Clock Output: 75 ohm impedance, 5 V p-p output, at SR

  • Remote Control

    USB MIDI MCU Control - supported 3rd party fader controllers
    SD-Remote Android app
    USB Keyboard
    External Timecode Record Trigger

  • LCD

    320x240, Transflective, excellent sunlight visibility
    Larger touchscreen display available via USB-connected SD-Remote app

  • Power

    External: dual 10-18 V inputs on locking TA4 connectors, pin-4 = (+), pin-1 = (-)
    Dual rear-mount Sony-style L-mount batteries with chargers
    Idle Current Draw: 875 mA at 12 V (10.5 W)
    Intelligent power-down of unused mic preamps and other internal circuits

  • Environmental

    Operating: -20 to 60 deg. C (-4 to 140 deg. F), 0 to 90% relative humidity; (non-condensing)
    Storage: -40 to 85 deg. C (-40 to 185 deg. F)

  • Dimensions (HxWxD)

    2.0 x 12.6 x 8.1" (5.08 x 32.00 x 20.57cm)

  • Weight

    5.8 lbs (2.63kg) (without batteries)

  • UPC Codes

    192223134737, 7290015563116, 854454006510

About Sound Devices Scorpio

Scorpio is a 32 channel, 36 track mixer-recorder and the most powerful product ever designed by Sound Devices. With 16 mic/line preamplifiers, 32 channels of Dante in and out, AES in and out, 12 analog outputs and multiple headphone outputs, Scorpio is well-suited for any production scenario. A fully-customizable routing matrix enables sound professionals to send any input to any channel, bus or output. Up to 12 buses may be individually mixed. Due to its compact form factor, the Scorpio is equally at home over-the-shoulder or in a mobile rig.

Scorpio incorporates Sound Devices' most cutting-edge technology. An ultra-powerful engine comprised of three FPGA circuits and six ARM processors deliver the horsepower needed for the most complex tasks. FPGA-based audio processing with 64-bit data paths ensures the highest sound quality and reliability. The Scorpio also features Sound Devices' latest and best in analog microphone preamplifier design. These preamps have the smoothest sound and lowest noise of any preamp in the company's 20-year history and include built-in analog limiters, high pass filters, delay, 3-band EQ and phantom power.

The Scorpio has an internal 256GB SSD and can simultaneously record to two SD cards for redundancy. For additional flexibility, sound professionals can send different files to their choice of media. The companion SD-Remote Android application allows for control of the Scorpio via a large display.

Great attention to detail has been paid to every aspect of the Scorpio's design. Most common menus are accessible with only one or two button presses and many menu shortcuts can be achieved with only one hand. Scorpio features a built-in dual L-Mount battery charger and may be powered with L-Mount batteries or via the TA4 DC inputs using smart batteries, NP-1 batteries or in-line power supplies. The ultra-accurate, fully-featured timecode generator contains its own battery to hold timecode for up to four hours after power off.

Sound Devices Scorpio Features

  • 16 ultra low-noise, Scorpio microphone preamplifiers
  • 32 channels, 12 buses, 36 tracks
  • 32 channels of Dante I/O
  • 256 GB internal SSD, 2 SD card slots
  • USB control surface support via MCU

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Key Features

  • Capture pristine audio with the Sound Devices Scorpio's 16 mic/line preamps.
  • Record up to 36 tracks simultaneously on SSD & SD cards for ultimate redundancy.
  • Enjoy flexible connectivity with Dante and AES67 for seamless audio over Ethernet.
  • Use the included Orca OR-34 bag to protect your digital field recorder on the go.
  • Control via USB MIDI, SD-Remote app, or keyboard for versatile field recording.
  • Rely on the Scorpio's durable build for dependable audio capture in any environment.

What's in the box:

  • Sound Devices Scorpio 32-Channel/36-Track Premium Portable Mixer-Recorder
  • 6' Cordset AC Cable
  • XL-WPTA4 Power Supply with TA4 Connector
  • Scorpio LCD Cover
  • Antenna/SMA Connector
  • Sound Devices 1 Year Limited Warranty
  • Orca OR-34 Audio Bag/Mixer Bag for Large Audio Mixers