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Sound Devices MixPre-6 Essentials Kit with

User Manual for Sound Devices MixPre-6 Essentials Kit with Case, Li-ion Battery, Sled, and More

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• Sound Devices MixPre-6 Audio Recorder/Mixer and USB Audio Interface
  • Hands-On Review: Sound Devices MixPre-3 and MixPre-6
  • The MixPre Series by Sound Devices
  The MixPre-6 Audio Recorder/Mixer and USB Audio Interface from Sound Devices is a high-resolution audio recorder with integrated USB audio streaming combined with durability that offers high-quality sound for professionals. It can be used by musicians, sound designers, podcasters, videographers, YouTubers, and field recordists in various audio applications.The MixPre-6 features Sound Devices' Kashmir ultra-low noise, discrete, and Class-A microphone preamp. Built with 32-bit A-to-D converters, the MixPre-6 ensures audio recordings surpass those of off-the-shelf, IC-based mic preamps. The unit can function as a USB audio interface and record audio to an SD card while simultaneously streaming multiple channels of audio via USB.Furthermore, the sunlight-readable color LCD of the MixPre-6 provides convenient navigation. It is constructed with a die-cast aluminum chassis, is lightweight, and has a robust build. Plus, it is compact and will fit in your pocket, which is well suited for jobs on the run.Finally, with intuitive operations and advanced mixing capabilities such as ergonomic gain-control knobs, pan and soloing, time-code input jacks, 1/4"-20 mounting capacity, 1/8" headphone monitoring, and the AA battery/Sony L-Mount lithium-ion battery powering options, the MixPre-6 is sure to meet all your audio-application needs.
  Anytime, Anywhere Audio
  • The MixPre-6 is a lightweight, high-resolution audio recorder with integrated USB audio streaming and offers professional sound quality combined with durability that is suitable for musicians, sound designers, podcasters, and videographers.
  Solid Audio Quality
  • Featuring handcrafted, high-performance, ultra-low-noise, discrete, Class-A Kashmir microphone preamps, the MixPre-6 has a -130 dBV noise floor, analog limiters, and 32-bit A-to-D converters. These features ensure quality audio recordings.
  USB and Recording
  • The MixPre-6 makes for a versatile USB audio interface, offering the unique ability to record audio to an SD card while simultaneously streaming multiple channels of audio via USB. It is handy for interviews, podcasts, or simply as a backup recorder to your computer, and the MixPre-6 can be used for Skype or Facetime interviews and to record audio for podcasts or video blogs.
  Pocket-Sized, Unintimidating Design
  • The small stature and design of the MixPre-6 will fit most production environments. It features a touchscreen for simple and intuitive operation and a sunlight-readable color LCD for convenient navigation. Constructed with a die-cast aluminum chassis, it is both lightweight and robust. The MixPre-6 is compact, so much so that it can fit in your pocket, and it's ideal for jobs on the run.
  Intuitive Operation
  • The MixPre-6 bridges the gap between sound engineers, musicians, and YouTubers with user-friendly navigation featuring Basic and Advanced modes. It is designed to allow a user to start recording right out of the box. The MixPre-6's pre-roll feature captures five seconds of audio before the record button is pressed, ensuring the capture of crucial audio even when the operator can't start recording fast enough.
  Advanced Mixing Capabilities
  • With a full-featured mixer, the MixPre-6 offers ergonomic gain-control knobs for fast and accurate mixing. Other key features include pan and soloing plus easy-to-see ring LED metering per channel. It also includes a 3.5mm jack for headphone monitoring with user-programmable presets from its wide-bandwidth headphone amp.
  A Videographer's Dream
  • As an added benefit to DSLR users, the MixPre-6 has a retractable 1/4"-20 mounting thread, making it a good match for a wide variety of cameras. This design allows for solid, low-profile tripod/camera mounting; because the male and female 1/4"-20 threads are captive, they cannot be lost and are always available. Capable cameras can feed timecode to the device over its HDMI input, which provides synchronization of sound and video. Timecode can also be fed into the unit's 3.5mm input from an external TC generator. The MixPre-6's HDMI input can also receive "record triggers" from popular cameras, which automatically start and stop recording via the camera's record button.
  Flexible Powering Options
  • The MixPre-6 has multiple powering options. It can receive power from AA batteries in a convenient detachable sled of either four or eight cells. Also available is a sled that offers powering from up to two hot-swappable, Sony L-Mount lithium-ion batteries. Additionally, the entire recorder can be powered from a laptop's USB Type-C or USB Type-A connectors, offering convenient connection and powering with just one cable. For applications where AC power is available, Sound Devices offers an optional AC adapter as well.
  Ambisonics Integration
  • Upon installation of the free Ambisonics plug-in (from the Sound Devices Plug-In Store), field recordists, game developers, and VR content creators will appreciate the support for simultaneous multi-format recording (AmbiX, FuMa, LR Stereo, and LR Binaural), real-time binaural/stereo monitoring, and A-Format, B-Format, and A- to B-Format conversion.
  Bluetooth Remote Control
  • Sound Devices Wingman, which is a free downloadable app for iOS/Android devices, communicates with your MixPre-6 (running the Musician plug-in) via Bluetooth Smart to give touchscreen access to high-resolution meters, record/stop/play operations, track naming/arming, and more.
  USB Control Surface Support
  • Control fader, trim (gain), pan, low-cut filtering, reverb, record, stop, and more from the Korg nanoKONTROL Studio, Korg nanoKONTROL2, Akai MIDImix, or Novation Launch Control XL USB control surfaces (all available separately).
  UPC: 854454006244
• Sound Devices MX-LMount Battery Sled for MixPre-3, MixPre-6 & MixPre-10T
  • Hands-On Review: Sound Devices MixPre-3 and MixPre-6
  • The MixPre Series by Sound Devices
  The MX-LMount from Sound Devices is a spare battery sled intended for use with the MixPre-3 and MixPre-6 audio interfaces, providing an LMount interface. It can house two hot-swappable Sony L-series type lithium-ion batteries. It also works with the MixPre-10T. UPC: 854454006374
• 2 x Watson NP-F770 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.4V, 4400mAh)
  • Hands-On Review: Sound Devices MixPre-3 and MixPre-6
  • The MixPre Series by Sound Devices
  The Watson NP-F770 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack works with the same cameras as the Sony NP-F770 and NP-F750. This replacement battery pack features a capacity of 4400mAh and 7.4V of output power. Small and lightweight, lithium-ion batteries can be charged or discharged at any time without developing memory effects.
  Compatible Cameras
  • Sony
    
    • DCR-SD1000
    • DCR-SR40
    • DCR-TRV900
    • DCR-VX2000
    • DCR-VX2100
    • DCR-VX2200
    • HDR-AX2000
    • HDR-FX1
    • HDR-FX7
    • HDR-FX1000
    • HVR-HD1000
    • HVR-V1
    • HVR-Z1
    • HVR-Z5
    • HVR-Z7
    • HXR-MC1500
    • HXR-MC2000
    • HXR-NX5
    • HXR-NX5R
    • NEX-EA50
    • NEX-FS100
    • NEX-FS700
  UPC: 847628541061
• Watson Compact AC/DC Charger for L & M Series Batteries
  • Hands-On Review: Sound Devices MixPre-3 and MixPre-6
  • The MixPre Series by Sound Devices
  This versatile Compact AC/DC Charger from Watson charges all Sony L & M series type lithium-ion batteries via the included dedicated battery plate. The charger runs on 100 to 240 VAC power, allowing for worldwide use. It features a fold-out 2-prong US plug and is supplied with a European plug adapter as well as a 12 VDC car charger that plugs into a cigarette lighter. This makes the charger ideal for use both at home and on the road.
  
  The Compact AC/DC Charger features a USB power output that allows you to charge and power MP3 players, phones, digital cameras, and other devices with a USB power input--even while charging your camera or camcorder batteries. With its easily interchangeable plate, the charger can also be used for other battery models via the purchase of an additional battery adapter plate.
  Compatibility
  • Compatible with any Sony NP-F550, NP-F570, NP-F730H, NP-F750, NP-F770, NP-F930, NP-F950, NP-F960, NP-F970, NP-FM30, NP-FM50, NP-FM500H, NP-FM55H, NP-FM70, NP-FM90, NP-FM91, NP-QM71, NP-QM71D, NP-QM91, NP-QM91D type batteries.
  Compact
  • Charger features a fold-out AC plug for easy storage and travel.
  Versatile
  • • Comes with an included Euro plug adapter for charging in Europe.
    • Included DC adapter with car lighter plug lets you charge while on the road.
  USB Output
  • Charge or supply power for MP3 devices, mobile phones, digital cameras, and other related devices with a USB power input.
  Safety Features
  • The charger features protection against overcharging and overheating.
  UPC: 847628541566
• Strut STR-MP6 Custom-Fit Field Case for Sound Devices MixPre-6
  • Hands-On Review: Sound Devices MixPre-3 and MixPre-6
  • The MixPre Series by Sound Devices
  The STR-MP6 Custom-Fit Field Case for Sound Devices MixPre-6, from Strut, is a small-footprint, lightweight protective case that can be used for easy access to all MixPre-6 features. It has a removable rain top with a clear vinyl window that can also function as a sunshade or double as a travel cover.
  
  In addition to the padded main compartment, the front padded pocket has eight clip-on points for wireless receivers, and is built to hold up to four wireless Sennheiser G3 or similar-sized receivers. This case can accommodate 4 and 8 x AA sleds, all L-Series sled options, plus NP-1, Remote Audio, and various USB-C type power options. The case features belt loop and harness attachment points for most audio harness systems, and includes an HAR-2 audio harness.
  Key Features
  • • Removable rain top is offered as a clear vinyl window or sunshade, and doubles as a travel cover
    • Padded main compartment
    • Front padded pocket has eight potential clip-on points for wireless RX or Comtek, and full stow-away cover; it holds up to four Sennheiser G3 or similar-sized receivers inside, and has two clip-on options outside
    • Cable boot zippered for easy on-the-run access for XLR or headphone jack adjustment
    • Multi-battery flexibility accommodates 4 and 8 x AA sleds, L-Series sled options, plus NP-1, Remote Audio, and various USB-C type power options
    • Belt loop and harness attachment points for most audio harness systems
    • Includes HAR-2 audio harness
    • Made in the USA
• Sony MDR-7506 Headphones
  • Hands-On Review: Sound Devices MixPre-3 and MixPre-6
  • The MixPre Series by Sound Devices
  The MDR-7506 is a staple within the recording, film and live arenas. Due to its low impedance and closed ear design, the headphone does an outstanding job of cutting down background noise while providing plenty of volume in the studio or in the field. Additionally, the closed design helps eliminate "headphone bleed" when overdubbing in the studio. The MDR-7506 is an around-the-ear design and is ideal for use with MIDI workstations, camcorders or other equipment with less than powerful headphone amplification. The headphone has a foldable design, making it convenient to store or transport, and its coiled cable allows it to stretch and spring back into place whenever you need a bit more reach.
  • Circumaural closed-back stereo headphone ideal for use in professional applications
  • 40mm diameter drive units deliver deeper bass, lower distortion and wider dynamic range
  • Neodymium magnets for maximum energy and minimum size
  • Compact, foldable design
  • Coiled cable allows for better mobility, and reach, while also preventing snags from tugging the headphones right off your ears
  • OFC cable and gold plated Unimatch plug provides both 1/8" mini-jack and 1/4"TRS phono connectivity
  UPC: 027242682252
• SanDisk 32GB Ultra UHS-I SDHC Memory Card (Class 10)
  • Hands-On Review: Sound Devices MixPre-3 and MixPre-6
  • The MixPre Series by Sound Devices
  Record Full HD 1080p video with this Class 10 compliant 32GB Ultra UHS-I SDHC Memory Card from SanDisk. With enhanced data read speeds of up to 80 MB/s this Ultra SDHC memory card is designed to suit the needs of compact and mid-range point and shoot cameras. You can also save and store a variety of files such as music, movies, documents and more. The writable label found on the card allows you to write down what is saved to the card while the built-in write protect switch helps to prevent accidental data loss. This card, as with most SanDisk cards, comes shock, temperature, x-ray, magnet, and waterproof to take your files with you nearly anywhere you go.
  • Class 10 performance for Full HD Video (1080p)
  • Read speeds up to 80 MB/s
  • Writable label for easy identification and organization
  • Engineered with UHS-I bus architecture
  • This SD memory card comes shock, temperature, x-ray, magnet, and waterproof proof
  UPC: 619659136611
• Pearstone 0.5 x 6" Touch Fastener Straps (Multi-Colored, 10-Pack)
  • Hands-On Review: Sound Devices MixPre-3 and MixPre-6
  • The MixPre Series by Sound Devices
  The multi-colored 10-pack of Pearstone 0.5 x 6" Touch Fastener Straps provides a cost-effective way to bundle and organize cables. The straps are easy to use, featuring a loop-through slot and touch fastener attachment. Each tie can be refastened at least 200 times.
  • Consists of an assortment of 10 different colors, to help keep cable management fast and easy
  • Reusable hundreds of times
  • One-piece, double-sided touch fastener
  Easy to Use
  • • Wrap the strap around the first cable, fuzzy side out; feed the tail through the slot
    • Pull the tail completely through the slot and push tab down to fasten
    • Gather other cables to your first cable to make a tight bundle
    • Wrap the strap around the bundle and fasten by pressing the strap onto itself
  UPC: 847628021396
• Rip-Tie Carabiner CableCarrier 1x6" (Black 2 Pack)
  • Hands-On Review: Sound Devices MixPre-3 and MixPre-6
  • The MixPre Series by Sound Devices
  The Rip-Tie Carabiner Style CableCarrier is made to carry extra cables easily. It attaches to a belt loop or tool belt for easy access to extra cables, power cords, speaker wire, microphone or lighting cables. It can also be used as a temporary hanger for cable runs during events, construction, or installations. The regular style carabiner is 3 1/8" with a 1" maximum opening. This item is a pack of 2 regular style carabiner 1 x 6" Black CableCarriers.
  • Attaches to a belt loop or tool belt for easy access to extra cables: power cords, speaker, microphone or lighting cables.
  • It can also be used as a temporary hanger for cable runs during events, construction or installations.
  Regular Style Carabiner;
  • • Size: 31/8" (7.94 cm)
    • Max opening: 1.0" (2.54 cm)
    • Color: Matte Black
  UPC: 733178800805

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• MX-4AA Battery Sled
• Y-Cable with Two USB-A to One USB-C
• Anti-Rotation Pin
• Allen Wrench
• Limited 2-Year Warranty

• MX-LMount Battery Sled for MixPre-3, MixPre-6 & MixPre-10T fzudrbffusxvfsucfdqyayfru

• 2 x Watson - NP-F770 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.4V, 4400mAh)

• Watson - Compact AC/DC Charger for L & M Series Batteries

• Strut - STR-MP6 Custom-Fit Field Case for Sound Devices MixPre-6 fzudrbffusxvfsucfdqyayfru

• Sony - MDR-7506 Headphones

• SanDisk - 32GB Ultra UHS-I SDHC Memory Card (Class 10)

• Pearstone - 0.5 x 6" Touch Fastener Straps (Multi-Colored, 10-Pack)

• Rip-Tie - Carabiner CableCarrier 1 x 6" - for Carrying Extra Cables (Matte Black, Pack of 2)

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• Sound Devices MixPre-6 Audio Recorder/Mixer and USB Audio Interface

  Number of Tracks	8 (6 Inputs + Stereo Mix)
  Max Sample Rate/Resolution	192 kHz / 24-Bit
  Built-In Speaker	No
  Display	Color LCD
  Memory Card Support	SD, SDHC, SDXC (Up to 512 GB) Card format: FAT32 (32 GB or less) or exFAT (>32 GB)

  Audio File Formats	BWF, WAV
  Sample Rates	44.1 / 48 / 96 / 192 kHz
  Bit Depth	16/24-Bit 32-Bit (AD/DA Conversion)
  Signal Processing	Limiter, Low-Cut Filter
  Timecode	Yes
  Frame Rates Supported	23.976 / 24 / 25 / 29.97 / 29.97 DF / 30

  Analog I/O	4 x Combo XLR / 1/4" Active-Balanced Input 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Aux/Mic Input 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Output
  Digital I/O	1 x HDMI Type-D Timecode Input
  Phantom Power	+48 V
  Phantom Power Current	10 mA per Channel
  Plug-In Power	Yes, 3 V At 3 kOhms Source Impedance
  Host Connection	1 x USB Type-A (Control, Text Entry) 1 x USB Type-C (I/O, USB 2.0)

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