Sound Devices MixPre-10 II Audio Recorder

If you record field audio, sound effects, audio for film, live music, or are just starting your audio journey, the MixPre-10 II is for you! With eight crystal-clear, ultra low-noise Kashmir preamps, you can record multiple actors, multiple podcasters, or audio for film with superior quality - all the way up to a 32-bit float bit depth and a 192 kHz sample rate. This newest generation of Sound Devices' award-winning MixPre Series has been redesigned for increased performance and an astounding 142 dB of dynamic range.

Sound Devices MixPre-10 II Features

• Eight 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 10 x 4 portable mixer
• Record up to 12 tracks to an SD card and backup to a USB thumb drive
• 12-in, 4-out USB audio interface streams to your computer via USB-C at bit depths up to 32-bit float
• 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 BNC or 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-8AA Battery Sled (batteries sold separately), XL-WPH3 AC Power Supply, and USB-C to USB-C cable

• MixPre-10 II audio recorder1
• Power supply1
• USB-C to USB-C cable1

• Audio Inputs
  • Frequency Response: 10Hz to 80,000Hz (+/- 0.5 dB re 1 kHz @ 192 kHz sample rate)
  • THD+Noise: 0.005% max (@1kHz, 22-22 kHz BW, gain=20 dB, -10 dBu in)
  • ADC: 32 bit precision; 142 dB dynamic range min (A-weighted, gain=10 dB, fader=0 dB)
  • Equivalent Input Noise: -130 dBV (-128 dBu) max (A-weighting, gain=76 dB, 150 Ω source impedance)
  • Inputs (all inputs fully RF-filtered and overload protected)
  • Mic: XLR active-balanced; 4k input
  • Line: XLR active-balanced; 4k input
  • Aux/Mic in: 3.5 mm TRS, 2-channel unbalanced; 2.2k
  • Line: 1/4" TRS active-balanced; 4k input
  • USB Audio: 4 channels
  • 10 Total analog inputs: 8 mic-line inputs, 2 on Aux In
  • Gain
  • Mic input: +6 dB to +76 dB
  • Line input: -20 dB to +30 dB
  • Fader: -inf to +20 dB
  • Headphone: -inf to +20 dB
  • Total, Mic-to-recording (max): +96 dB
  • Aux In (Mic): Gain = +10 dB to +40 dB
  • Aux In (Line): Gain = -10 dB to +20 dB
  • Total Aux Gain including Fader (Mic-to-recording): +60 dB
  • Maximum Input Level
  • Mic XLR: +14 dBu (limiters on or off)
  • Line XLR/1/4": +28 dBu (limiters on or off)
  • Aux In (Mic): -10 dBu
  • Aux In (Line): +10 dBu
  • Low Cut Filters: 40Hz to 160Hz (adjustable), 18 dB/oct. First stage analog, subsequent stages digital
  • Microphone Powering
  • Mic XLRs: 48 V via 6.8k resistors, 10 mA each
  • Mic 3.5 mm: 3 V @ 3k source
  • Limiters: Limiter at all gain stages, range > 40 dB. First stage analog, subsequent stages digital. Adjustable Threshold, Ratio, and Release
• Audio Outputs
  • DAC feeding Stereo Out, Headphone Out: 32 bit precision; 115 dB dynamic range (A-weighted)
  • L/R Out: TA3 2-channel balanced, 1.1K max output impedance, +18 dBu max output level
  • X1/X2 Out: 3.5 mm TRS stereo unbalanced, 500 ohm output impedance, +7.8 dBu max output level
  • Headphones Out: 3.5 mm TRS stereo unbalanced, 300 mW + 300 mW, for use with any impedance headphones
• USB
  • Audio Interface (USB-C): 12-in/4-out; 44.1 to 96 kHz; 16/24/32-bit integer, 32-bit float; 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
  • Midi Control Surface (USB-A)
• Recording
  • Maximum Record Tracks: 12 Tracks: Stereo mix + 10 ISOs
  • Sampling Frequency
  • 44.1kHz
  • 47.952kHz
  • 48kHz
  • 48.048kHz
  • 96kHz
  • 192kHz
  • 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 Types: polyphonic WAV
• Timecode
  • Timecode Modes
  • Free Run
  • Time of Day (file stamped w/ current ToD)
  • Rec Run
  • Ext LTC (file stamped w/ incoming LTC on BNC or Aux 3.5mm)
  • 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
  • Sync Source: internal, Word Clock, Ext LTC
  • BNC In (TC In)
  • Switchable between Timecode (default) or Word Clock Input
  • Timecode: 20k Ω impedance, 0.3 V – 3.0 V p-p (–17 dBu – +3 dBu)
  • Word Clock: 10k Ω impedance, 1.5 V p-p
  • BNC Out (TC Out)
  • Switchable between Timecode (default) or Word Clock Output
  • Timecode: 1k ohm impedance, 3.0 V p-p (+12 dBu)
  • Word Clock: 75 ohm impedance, 5 V p-p
  • HDMI: TC Reader via HDMI
  • Sample/Timecode Accuracy: 0.2 ppm (0.5 frames per 24 hours)
• Remote Control
  • 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
• File Delivery to Cloudcompatible with Viviana Cloud
• Touchscreen320×256; 1.6", color, sunlight-viewable IPS LCD
• Power
  • AA Batteries: 8x AA sled (included). NiMH recommended
  • L-Mount: Optional sled for 2x (hot-swappable) Li-ion batteries
  • AC Adapter: XL-WPH3 (included): Universal, 45 W in-line AC-to-DC power supply Hirose 4-pin DC plug, with detachable IEC power cord. 100-240, 50/60 Hz
• Operating Temperature-4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C), 0-90% relative humidity (non-condensing)
• Storage Temperature-40°F to 185°F (-40°C to 85°C)
• Dimensions (HxWxD)1.375" x 8.125" x 6.875"
• Weight32.1 oz