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2022-09-14T10:27:14
The mixpre, perfect. On the other hand, sending the invoice out of the box seems to me something completely irresponsible on your part. They improve that, or I won't buy again here
PTY934938 B.
2021-05-06T10:43:23
I am in the process of configuring my radio units with the Mix-Pre, so I am still getting used to it. I have a 788t for my main system; I traded in an older Zoom F8 for the Mix-Pre, to use on smaller shoots and for SFX. I am eager to see and hear just how well the 32-bit capability functions. Thank goodness for online tutorials; Sound Devices are a bit basic but a number of user setups (such as https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8fodczW4Sg) are very helpful.
MICHAEL M.
10Hz to 80kHz +/- 0.5dB re 1kHz @ 192kHz sample rate
0.005% max (@1kHz, 22-22kHz BW, gain=20dB, -10dBu in)
32 bit precision; 142dB dynamic range min (A-weighted, gain=10dB, fader=0dB)
-130dBV (-128dBu) max (A-weighting, gain=76dB, 150 ohm source impedance)
-130dBV (-128dBu) max (A-weighting, gain=76dB, 150 ohm source impedance)
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
Mic XLR: +14dBu (limiters on or off)
Line XLR: +28dBu (limiters on or off)
Aux In (Mic): -10dBu
Aux In (Line): +10dBu
40Hz to 160Hz (adjustable), 18 dB/oct. First stage analog, subsequent stages digital
Mic XLRs: 48V via 6.8k resistors, 10mA each
Mic 3.5mm: 3V @ 3k source
Limiter at all gain stages, range > 40dB. First stage analog, subsequent stages digital. Adjustable Threshold, Ratio, and Release
32 bit precision; 115dB dynamic range (A-weighted)
3.5mm TRS stereo unbalanced, 500 ohm output, +7.8dBu max output level
3.5mm TRS stereo unbalanced, 300mW + 300mW, for use with any impedance headphones
8-in/4-out; 44.1 to 96 kHz; 16/24-bit; Class-compliant USB 2.0 high speed or ASIO (supplied via download)
USB 2.0 high speed
Text entry and control
Manual or auto-copy to drive
Midi Control Surface (USB-A)
8 Tracks Stereo mix + 6 ISO's
44.1 kHz
47.952 kHz
48 kHz
48.048 kHz
96 kHz
192 kHz
16
24
32 Float
Type: SD, SDXC, SDHC Card, & USB thumbdrive (copy only)
Max Storage Size: 512 GB (SDXC)
Card format: exFAT
Polyphonic WAV
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)
Auto-detects (fps): 23.98 (same as 23.976)
24
25
29.97DF
29.97ND
30
30DF
Timecode Input
Timecode: 20k ohm impedance, 0.3 V - 3.0 V p-p (-17 dBu - +3 dBu)
Timecode Output
Timecode: 1k ohm impedance, 3.0V p-p (+12 dBu)
TC Reader via HDMI
0.2 ppm (0.5 frames per 24 hours)
Wireless control using Wingman app
Auto-record start/stop trigger from cameras that output record flag over HDMI
Auto-record start/stop trigger via Aux In timecode
320x256; 1.6", color, sunlight-viewable IPS LCD
4x AA sled (included); 8x AA sled (optional accessory). NiMH recommended
Optional sled for 2x (hot-swappable) Sony L-type Li-ion batteries
Bus-powered via USB-C port; optional MX-USBY cable, connects one USB-C to two USB-A ports
MX-PSU (included) Power supply wall adapter w/ USB-C connector; 15W; has 4 adapter plugs for US, UK, AU & Europe
-4 to 140 Degree F (-20 to 60 Degree C), 0 to 90% relative humidity; (non-condensing)
-40 to 185 Degree F (-40 to 85 Degree C)
1.40 x 6.53 x 4.65" (36 x 166 x 118mm)
19.9 oz (56kg) (unpackaged, without batteries)
Mixpre 5 Stars, invoice position 1 Star.
By PTY934938 B.
The mixpre, perfect. On the other hand, sending the invoice out of the box seems to me something completely irresponsible on your part. They improve that, or I won't buy again here
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