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Sound Devices MixPre-3 - User Manual

Sound Devices MixPre-3
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MixPre-3
Compact Audio Recorder
with Mixing & Bluetooth
User Guide
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Summary

Overview of MixPre-3 Panels

MixPre-3 Front Panel Overview

Details the controls, screen, and buttons on the MixPre-3's front panel.

MixPre-3 Left Side Panel Connections

Describes the I/O connections and power switch on the left side.

MixPre-3 Right Side Panel Connections

Details I/O connections including headphone, aux/mic, and HDMI TC inputs.

MixPre-3 Back Panel Features

Covers the SD card slot and battery mounts on the rear of the device.

Touch-Screen User Interface

Navigating the MixPre-3 Menu Screen

Guides users on how to navigate the main menu and its sub-menus for settings.

Headphone Monitoring

Headphone Solo and Mute Controls

Guides on isolating or silencing specific audio tracks for headphone listening.

Power Management

MixPre-3 Power Sources

Outlines the methods for powering the device, including battery and external sources.

Connecting External Power Sources

Explains how to connect and use external power sources via USB-C.

Installing and Using Batteries

Details how to install and use AA or L-Mount batteries for portable operation.

Audio Inputs

MixPre-3 Input Controls Overview

Describes the front panel faders, input activity LEDs, and trim/pan controls.

Accessing Channel Settings Screens

Explains how to open individual channel settings for source, filters, and phantom power.

Configuring Input Audio Sources

Guides on selecting the audio source (MIC, LINE, USB, AUX) for each input channel.

Setting Input Gain with Trim and Faders

Covers setting input gain using trim and fader for optimal signal levels.

Activating Phantom Power

Describes how to activate 48V phantom power for condenser microphones.

Audio Outputs

Recording Audio

SD Card Installation and Formatting

Instructions for inserting and formatting SD cards for recording audio files.

MixPre-3 Transport Button Functions

Explains the function of the record, stop, and play/pause buttons.

Selecting Tracks for Recording

Details how to select which tracks (ISO, Mix) are recorded.

Quick Setup Guide

Wingman App Integration

Establishing Wingman to MixPre Connection

Details how to establish a Bluetooth connection between Wingman and the MixPre.

Sound Devices MixPre-3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypePortable Audio Recorder
Number of Inputs3
Number of Channels5
Number of Outputs2
Microphone Preamps3
Maximum Input Gain75 dB
Sample Rate192 kHz
Bit Depth24-bit
A/D Resolution24-bit
Maximum Channels of Simultaneous Recording3
Phantom Power48V
DisplayColor LCD
Internal StorageNo
Memory Card SupportSD/SDHC/SDXC
USB Audio InterfaceYes
Analog Inputs3 x XLR/TRS Combo
Headphone Output1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS
Power SourceInternal battery or USB power
Battery LifeUp to 6 hours

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