Sound Devices MixPre-10M 12-Channel Multitrack Recorder, USB Interface

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Product Overview

Designed by musicians for musicians, the MixPre-10M from Sound Devices combines the ease of dedicated hardware recording with the essence of computer-based music production software. This studio-quality 12-track portable recorder with overdub really allows you to "go get creative." The MixPre-10M is an all-in-one recorder, mixer and USB audio interface - ideal for song creation or live performances. Musicians and songwriters now have an easy to use, portable device for capturing songs and audio ideas anywhere and anytime inspiration grabs them.

And the MixPre-10M comes with MUSICIAN Software Plugin, which allows you to tap into a host of sound recording features including:

  • Track Laying (up to 12-tracks)
  • Overdubbing
  • Punch In/Out
  • Remixing Playback Tracks
  • Bouncing to Allow for More Tracks
  • Premium-Quality Effects: Vintage Reverbs & VocalAir
  • Metronome
  • Export Files for Sharin

With exceptional audio quality and portability - that's at home whether you're in studio or on the road - and complimented with discrete Class-A preamps - the MixPre-10M is a great musical companion to have at your disposal.

Sound Devices MixPre-10M Includes:

  • MixPre-10M
  • MUSICIAN Software PlugIn
  • 10-17V DC In Power Adapter
  • MX-8AA Battery Sled (batteries not included)

Sound Devices MixPre-10M Features:

  • Exceptional audio quality: featuring eight, ultra-low-noise Kashmir mic preamps handcrafted by Sound Devices. These preamps feature discrete, Class-A components with analog limiters offering musicians and songwriters the highest quality, distortion-free, musically-lush audio recordings.
  • Musician’s toolkit: the MixPre-10M has the ability to simultaneously record, playback, mix, monitor, layer, and overdub up to 12 tracks, with the bounce feature helping to free up additional tracks. Other features include vintage reverb and vocal air effects, metronome, punch in and out, and the ability to insert and locate to cue points.
  • Mixer for live performance: offering 10 channels of mixing, the MixPre-10M is also ideal for small live performances or submixer duties. Use as a portable mixer to feed directly into a PA and adjust levels,or playback pre-prepared multi-channel backing tracks for solo performers.
  • Easy file sharing: musicians can export their mix to an SD card, USB thumbdrive, or to a computer as a stereo WAV or AAC file, which is ideal for emailing or uploading to music sharing platforms such as SoundCloud.
  • Anytime, anywhere powering: featuring a convenient detachable sled of eight AA batteries (Lithium or NiMH rechargeable recommended). The MixPre-10M can also be powered via a locking 4-pin connector for either external battery powering or AC-powering (with included AC adapter), or via an optional sled that offers powering from up to two hot-swappable Sony L-Mount Li-Ion batteries.
  • Versatile I/O routing: offering eight balanced XLR/TRS combo Mic/Line level inputs (each with 96dB of gain, 48v phantom power, low cut filters and limiters), a 3.5mm 2-channel Aux/Mic input, and four USB inputs from a MAC or PC. The MixPre-10M’s two balanced outputs, two unbalanced outputs, and stereo HP output can be configured to provide multiple monitoring options.
  • Made-for-the-road design: nearly the size of a tablet, the MixPre-10M weighs in at two pounds and measures an ultra-compact 1.375” x 8.125” x 6.875”. Like all Sound Devices products, the MixPre-10M is extremely durable. Constructed with a die-cast aluminum chassis, it is both lightweight and incredibly robust making it the ultimate road companion for musicians.
  • Musicians Plugin: features all the musician-inspired elements, including overdub, remix, track laying, reverb, metronome and more.

Sound Devices MixPre-10M Specifications:

  • Basic:
    • Frequency Response: 10Hz to 40kHz +/- 0.5dB re 1kHz @ 96kHz sample rate
    • THD + Noise: 0.005% max (@1kHz, 22-22kHz BW, gain=20dB, -10dBu in)
    • ADC: 32 bit precision; 120dB 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 Z
    • Line: XLR active-balanced; 4k input Z
    • Aux/Mic in: 3.5mm TRS, 2-channel unbalanced; 100k input Z
    • Line: ¼-inch TRS active-balanced; 4k input Z
    • USB Audio: 4 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/¼-inch: +28dBu (limiters on or off)
    • Aux In (Mic): -10dBu
    • Aux In (Line): +10dBu
  • Low Cut Filters: 40Hz to 160Hz (adjustable), 18dB/oct. First stage analog, subsequent stages digital.
  • Microphone Powering:
    • Mic XLRs: 48V via 6.8k resistors, 10mA each
    • Mic 3.5mm: 3V @ 3k source Z
  • USB:
    • Audio Interface (USB-C): 12-in/4-out; 44.1 to 96 kHz; 16/24-bit; 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
  • Maximum Record Tracks: 12 Tracks
  • Sampling Frequency:
    • 44.1 kHz
    • 48 kHz
    • 96 kHz
  • Bit Depth: 24
  • Recording Storage:
    • Type: SD, SDXC, SDHC Card, & USB thumbdrive (copy only)
    • Max Storage Size: 512 GB (SDXC)
    • Card format: FAT32 (32GB or less) or exFAT (>32GB)
  • 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, 50/60Hz
  • Environmental:
    • Operating: -4°F to 140°F / -20°C to 60°C, 0 to 90% relative humidity; (non-condensing)
    • Storage: -40°F to 185°F / -40°C to 85°C
  • Dimensions and Weight:
    • Dimensions (H x W x D): 1.375” x 8.125” x 6.875” (36 mm x 206 mm x 175 mm)
    • Weight: 32.1 oz.; .91 kg (unpackaged, without batteries)

NOTES:

  • All specifications at 48kHz sample rate unless otherwise noted.
  • For additional specifications and information, please refer to the documentation tab above.

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