I know the mix pre 10 is twice the price of the mix pre 6. But with buying the timecode sync boxes at about $520 US that puts you approximately $300 away from the mix pre 10 price. I think it's worth it to save up and get the mix pre 10 with built in timecode. Great video btw.
Hello Your comment seems very interesting, but according to the specifications of Mix Pre 10 have: Integrated Time code generator + Wordclock However, Tentacle generates time code according to SMPTE These are different parameters. But I only know Mix Pre 10 to read data I haven´t had the opportunity to try it.
Hi Rodolfo! Can you connect a timecode camera to the Mixpre in the morning (and then disconnect it) and the Mixpre continues to run this timecode throughout the day (maybe getting a little bit off)? Does it keep the given timecode after being disconnected? Or does it completely change back to it’s own pseudo-timecode? Thanks a lot, you rock!
hope you are well. How does the Atomos Ninja V+ audio quality compare with Sound Devices Mix-Pre 6 ii ? Is better to use Atomos solely for video and capture audio on Sound Devices? I have ordered both of these devices. Also how would I connect MixPre to Ninja V+, so the audio is managed on the MixPre and then comes into the Ninja V+. Which cable would I need?
Another simple and very informative video. We never get bored of your sharing = ) I have some questions : 1 / The output and input of the ordinary G3 transmitter is Mono. So even using a splitter between the MixPre and the two G3, we will have exactly the same audio (probably from the Right channel only). It's correct ? 2 / Where can I find a cheap TimeCode system, even used? I'm not in Canada, but I can buy online (I have not found on BH something in my budget)? 3 / If you intend to sell your equipment or you have practical recommendations (quality/price ratio), kindly keep me informed. Thank you Rodolfo
mine (Mic pre 3 only) said after hitting timecode, TC Mode HDMI TC???? your said something different, is this because I am in advanced mode? I was told in order to use the powerbank and timecode that I should be connecting USB-C to USB C....is this correct?
I had the same complaints about the SD card, I call sound devices to trouble shot my premix firmware upgrade and made the same statement. The tech responded “just connect it to your laptop. With a usb cable.” 🤯🤯
Hello. Thanks for this video is very interesting. How is the join of the two lithium ion batteries with the Mix Pre 6? It can resist making field recordings without falling? I had a bad experience making field recordings with the 702 sound devices, I used one of these batteries and didn´t have a good join, continually the lithium ion battery desprended off the recorder, big problem. This model of batery in the video maybe is the DSTE 1? Thank you. Greetings from Spain.
Powering of the Mixpre series is very poor due to it being smaller than the NP batteries. Only the Mixpre 10 has Hirose connector, the rest do not. You have to buy an adapter that holds the 2 NP batteries and as you see in the video, it doesn't lay flat on a surface. The adapter is very flimsy and I returned the mixpre 10 after doing a couple jobs with it. It does not sound anywhere near as good as the 7 series.
I have the Mixpre3 and it sounds really awesome I would definately recommend it, though I bought the Orca 27 bag, which is the smallest one they have, and it is huge for the mixpre 3. Quick question, do you think the usb C connector is strong enough for powering without thinking constantly that it stays in place or not?
Alex Petterson the G3 output is mono so for that you would need a 3.5mm two one single XLRM for output and it should work, just be sure your pin configuration is correct
I feel the SD card location is not too bad, it is a similar position to what I have to deal with both my Zoom F4 and Sound Devices 552. But I only need to get to the SD card once a day (at wrap) anyway, not a big deal at all. Anyway, I much more prefer the F4's specs/functionality over the MixPre6! :-D
It´s possible if you use a slim pendrive like this: www.amazon.es/gp/product/B005FYNSZA/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A1AT7YVPFBWXBL&psc=1, in the usb port and using it at the same time like a backup. What do you think??
It could be a work around, but at the same time it adds another point of failure.... not something you'd want to risk with the MixPre6! (as unlike the Zoom F4, the MixPre6 lacks dual media recording)
Sound Speed! It's just a bit weird to get the sd I do backups often so it's quite a hassle to swap media in my case, I have not tried the f4 I am Curious to check it out
Most audio bags also have bottom access, so if you have in mounted in such a bag, you just flip open the bottom bag flap and then access the battery and SD card slots...not too rough.
Agreed! External power is definitely preferable like in the 10T...as its a pain to get the card out. Though the 10T allows the mirroring on the usb drive so that's more convenient to use to copy he audio afterwards I'd think.
Can you explain why you put a receiver on the stereo out. I though that was if you wanted to send sound to camera? I have the mixpre 3 but im confused by that one. I am new to sound by the way. Thanks in advance.
@@soundmixerporter I found that out since getting an OG 6. I got an OG tentacle sync for it right after I bought the 6. Popped up on FB Marketplace for $80! Had to get it! Thanks for all you do for this community. Your work is much appreciated sir!!
You need to be careful on the G3 transmitter. On the G3 transmitter TRS input, tip is the mic input and ring is instrument line input. The instrument line input does something funky with what Sennheiser calls cable emulation. If using the stereo output from the mixer for the G3, you only want to send signal to the tip, not the ring, or least that has been my experience.
Gregg Palmer I tried to use the g3 as a com to the boom op and the signal was weak and really thin sounding which made it useless for the boom op to use as reference audio
@@RLFOSOUND How was your experience with NP-F Batter sled over the time? Recently SD has release MX-LM1 , NP-F Battery Mount. www.sounddevices.com/product/mx-lm1/ Any thoughts about its practical usability/reliability since you have already used NP-F with mix pre. ?
Hey Rodolfo, how's going man? Congrats for your channel!!! Hey i was wondering if you could give some tips or make a video about recording in rain! (mic protection and those stuffs). Thank's man...keep the good work.
hope you are well. How does the Atomos Ninja V+ audio quality compare with Sound Devices Mix-Pre 6 ii ? Is better to use Atomos solely for video and capture audio on Sound Devices? I have ordered both of these devices. Also how would I connect MixPre to Ninja V+, so the audio is managed on the MixPre and then comes into the Ninja V+. Which cable would I need?
I know the mix pre 10 is twice the price of the mix pre 6. But with buying the timecode sync boxes at about $520 US that puts you approximately $300 away from the mix pre 10 price. I think it's worth it to save up and get the mix pre 10 with built in timecode. Great video btw.
Hello
Your comment seems very interesting, but according to the specifications of Mix Pre 10 have: Integrated Time code generator + Wordclock
However, Tentacle generates time code according to SMPTE
These are different parameters.
But I only know Mix Pre 10 to read data I haven´t had the opportunity to try it.
regarding "tap, tap, tap" tapping on the touchscreen for changes, try the headphone knob - it will also work. :0)
Thank goodness! It was seeming awful the ergonomics otherwise, and that the Wingman would be absolutely essential at all times.
Oh sick that's good to know !! 😛
Would love to see more set ups with this rig from you. For sure would want to see your setting as well.
Hi Rodolfo! Can you connect a timecode camera to the Mixpre in the morning (and then disconnect it) and the Mixpre continues to run this timecode throughout the day (maybe getting a little bit off)? Does it keep the given timecode after being disconnected? Or does it completely change back to it’s own pseudo-timecode? Thanks a lot, you rock!
hope you are well. How does the Atomos Ninja V+ audio quality compare with Sound Devices Mix-Pre 6 ii ? Is better to use Atomos solely for video and capture audio on Sound Devices? I have ordered both of these devices. Also how would I connect MixPre to Ninja V+, so the audio is managed on the MixPre and then comes into the Ninja V+. Which cable would I need?
Just picking up this bad boy on the weekend. Thanks so much. Can't believe the cost of those Tentacle boxes. Buy two or buy a Mix Pre-3!
foxtowerphotography they are amazing though the new ones with Bt are great too, the mix pre series are super affordable !! It's crazy
Another simple and very informative video. We never get bored of your sharing = )
I have some questions :
1 / The output and input of the ordinary G3 transmitter is Mono. So even using a splitter between the MixPre and the two G3, we will have exactly the same audio (probably from the Right channel only). It's correct ?
2 / Where can I find a cheap TimeCode system, even used? I'm not in Canada, but I can buy online (I have not found on BH something in my budget)?
3 / If you intend to sell your equipment or you have practical recommendations (quality/price ratio), kindly keep me informed.
Thank you Rodolfo
mine (Mic pre 3 only) said after hitting timecode, TC Mode HDMI TC???? your said something different, is this because I am in advanced mode? I was told in order to use the powerbank and timecode that I should be connecting USB-C to USB C....is this correct?
I had the same complaints about the SD card, I call sound devices to trouble shot my premix firmware upgrade and made the same statement. The tech responded “just connect it to your laptop. With a usb cable.” 🤯🤯
Isn't the * (STAR) button programmable to be a Slate Mic? Or is that only for the Mark ii version?
the content is perfect, beautiful image, a very high fidelity sound. Cheers
DOC-SOUND oh thanks really appreciate it !!!
As always, thanks for doing the things you do R.
Boom Sound cheers
Hello.
Thanks for this video is very interesting.
How is the join of the two lithium ion batteries with the Mix Pre 6? It can resist making field recordings without falling?
I had a bad experience making field recordings with the 702 sound devices, I used one of these batteries and didn´t have a good join, continually the lithium ion battery desprended off the recorder, big problem.
This model of batery in the video maybe is the DSTE 1?
Thank you.
Greetings from Spain.
Powering of the Mixpre series is very poor due to it being smaller than the NP batteries. Only the Mixpre 10 has Hirose connector, the rest do not. You have to buy an adapter that holds the 2 NP batteries and as you see in the video, it doesn't lay flat on a surface. The adapter is very flimsy and I returned the mixpre 10 after doing a couple jobs with it. It does not sound anywhere near as good as the 7 series.
thanks for the information! greets from China.
I have the Mixpre3 and it sounds really awesome I would definately recommend it, though I bought the Orca 27 bag, which is the smallest one they have, and it is huge for the mixpre 3. Quick question, do you think the usb C connector is strong enough for powering without thinking constantly that it stays in place or not?
Fernando Pozo I would feel more at ease if I was powering my machine from the provided caddy but that's a solution it's sure strong enough
So what advantages do I get with the 633 i et the premix 6.
HI Rodolfo ! Remote Audio makes a cable you can purchase that is 3.5 mm to two XLRM for discreet LR outputs. Cheers my friend.
Would they work with the G3 as they are 3.5mm not XLR?
Alex Petterson the G3 output is mono so for that you would need a 3.5mm two one single XLRM for output and it should work, just be sure your pin configuration is correct
Great video as always bro! Want to see a video about how you do your sound reports! Saludos desde Colombia!
Diego Villar will do one soon
I feel the SD card location is not too bad, it is a similar position to what I have to deal with both my Zoom F4 and Sound Devices 552.
But I only need to get to the SD card once a day (at wrap) anyway, not a big deal at all.
Anyway, I much more prefer the F4's specs/functionality over the MixPre6! :-D
It´s possible if you use a slim pendrive like this: www.amazon.es/gp/product/B005FYNSZA/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A1AT7YVPFBWXBL&psc=1, in the usb port and using it at the same time like a backup. What do you think??
It could be a work around, but at the same time it adds another point of failure.... not something you'd want to risk with the MixPre6! (as unlike the Zoom F4, the MixPre6 lacks dual media recording)
Sound Speed! It's just a bit weird to get the sd I do backups often so it's quite a hassle to swap media in my case, I have not tried the f4 I am
Curious to check it out
Most audio bags also have bottom access, so if you have in mounted in such a bag, you just flip open the bottom bag flap and then access the battery and SD card slots...not too rough.
True true I just hate the battery caddy in the mix pre hahah but it is not a deal breaker
Agreed! External power is definitely preferable like in the 10T...as its a pain to get the card out. Though the 10T allows the mirroring on the usb drive so that's more convenient to use to copy he audio afterwards I'd think.
Can you explain why you put a receiver on the stereo out. I though that was if you wanted to send sound to camera? I have the mixpre 3 but im confused by that one. I am new to sound by the way. Thanks in advance.
thats a transmitter not a receiver and I am sending that to my boom op 😉 so we can communicate
@@RLFOSOUND Oh i see, dont know too much about settups like that. That's why i asked, thank you.
no worries glad to share 😝
Is that the Sachtler lightweight sound bag
Old petrol bag
Yea make a video about it, and why you got the mix pre 6 over the 10t
MixPre 10T is a solid machine
Will the mixpre 6 hold the timecode once it’s jammed to the tentacle sync and the tentacle sync is removed?
No, MixPre 6 ii = yes
@@soundmixerporter I found that out since getting an OG 6. I got an OG tentacle sync for it right after I bought the 6. Popped up on FB Marketplace for $80! Had to get it! Thanks for all you do for this community. Your work is much appreciated sir!!
You need to be careful on the G3 transmitter. On the G3 transmitter TRS input, tip is the mic input and ring is instrument line input. The instrument line input does something funky with what Sennheiser calls cable emulation. If using the stereo output from the mixer for the G3, you only want to send signal to the tip, not the ring, or least that has been my experience.
Gregg Palmer oh thanks Gregg that's really good to know !!!!
Gregg Palmer
How do I separate the tip and ring signal
Gregg Palmer
I tried to use the g3 as a com to the boom op and the signal was weak and really thin sounding which made it useless for the boom op to use as reference audio
Hi. Bro sennheiser g4 wireless set to mixer line level ?
Great channel
Thank you !!!
Great video! Nice to see a run-through of new gear :)
Curious: what size batteries were those? Sony NP-F770?
SoelJametz they are the sound devices ones 7.4 V, 5200 mAh.
@@RLFOSOUND How was your experience with NP-F Batter sled over the time?
Recently SD has release MX-LM1 , NP-F Battery Mount. www.sounddevices.com/product/mx-lm1/
Any thoughts about its practical usability/reliability since you have already used NP-F with mix pre. ?
Hey Rodolfo, how's going man? Congrats for your channel!!! Hey i was wondering if you could give some tips or make a video about recording in rain! (mic protection and those stuffs). Thank's man...keep the good work.
Carlos Sampaio will do !!
Where can I get the bag and how much?
Petrol is now gone but you can try and get ktek or orca bags online trew audio or if you are in Canada studio economik
sync level of IFB with slate tone , can Mixpre set the slate tone level like 633?
Pandy Joe I'm not quite sure I don't have the mix pre anymore I will find out ;)
@@RLFOSOUND Hi, great video. Why did you get rid of the mixpre?
I am gonna buy one soon great little machines I was just borrowing one
Do you think of zoom f4 multitrack?
George Torres I haven't use the f4 the f8 it's good !!
@@RLFOSOUND How do the F8 preamps compare to the Kashmere?
6:52 "Your next steak is gonna be cold." What?
Poor explanation.
hope you are well. How does the Atomos Ninja V+ audio quality compare with Sound Devices Mix-Pre 6 ii ? Is better to use Atomos solely for video and capture audio on Sound Devices? I have ordered both of these devices. Also how would I connect MixPre to Ninja V+, so the audio is managed on the MixPre and then comes into the Ninja V+. Which cable would I need?