Sound Devices 888 User Manual

888
PORTABLE PRODUCTION MIXER-RECORDER

Sound Devices 888 Specifications

General

Mic/Line Preamps	8
Recording Tracks	16
Mix Tracks	12
Phantom Power	48V
Sample Rate	192kHz
Internal Storage	256 GB SSD
External Storage	2x SD card slots
Timecode	Yes
USB Audio Interface	32-in/32-out
Display	Color LCD
Line Inputs	8 (Inputs 1-8 are switchable between Mic and Line)

Summary

Welcome to the 888

Panel Views and Connections

Front Panel Controls

Describes the primary controls and indicators on the front of the device.

Side Panel Connections

Details input jacks on the left side panel.

Right Side Ports

Details I/O ports like USB, SD card slots, and antenna on the right side.

Rear and Top Panel Interfaces

Covers battery docks, Dante port, and AES connector.

Home Screen Overview

Channel Screen Configuration

Channel Input Source and Bus Sends

Text Entry and Phrase Management

Channel Equalizer (EQ)

Main Menu Navigation

Power Management Settings

Channel Setup and Grouping

Bus Routing and Level Control

Output Routing Configuration

Headphone Presets and Limiters

Automixer and MixAssist Functions

Metering Displays and Shortcuts

Timecode and Sync Setup

Record/Playback Operations

File Management and Folders

Take Edit Menu and File Operations

Slate, Coms, and Returns Configuration

System Settings and Notifications

External Controller Integration

Supported Third-Party Controllers

Front Panel and Toggle Switch Shortcuts

Switch Action Assignments

USB Keyboard and Metadata Entry

SD-Remote App Overview

SD-Remote Take List and Sound Report

Quick Setup and Settings Loading

Network and USB Connectivity

Product Specifications Summary

Glossary of Technical Terms