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Tag: 633
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633
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Learn More633 Specifications
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Analog Inputs
Frequency Response
- 10 Hz to 40 kHz ± 0.5 dB, -3 dB @ 65 kHz (192 kHz sampling rate reference 1 kHz)
THD + Noise
- 0.09% max (1 kHz, 22 Hz–22 kHz BW, fader at 0, 0 dBu output)
Equivalent Input Noise
- -126 dBu (-128 dBV) maximum. (22 Hz – 22 kHz bandwidth, flat filter, trim control fully up)
Input Types
- XLR Mic: active-balanced for use with ≤600 ohm mics, 4k ohm actual; 12V or 48V phantom power, 10 mA max
- XLR Line: active-balanced for use with ≤2k ohm outputs, 10k ohm actual
- TA3 Line: active-balanced for use with ≤2k ohm outputs, 10k ohm actual
- RTN (3.5 mm): unbalanced stereo for use with ≤2k ohm outputs, 30k ohm actual
Maximum Input Level
- XLR Mic: 0 dBu (0 .78 Vrms)
- XLR Line: +40 dBu (80 Vrms)
- RTN (3 .5 mm): +24 dBu (12 .4 Vrms)
Maximum Gain
- Mic-In-to-Line-Out: 91 dB
- Mic-In-to-Aux-Out, -10 Out: 77 dB
- Line-In-to-Line-Out: 39 dB
High-Pass Filters
- Sweepable 80 Hz to 240 Hz, 12 dB/oct at 80 Hz, 6 dB/octave at 240 Hz
Microphone Powering (each analog Input selectable)
- 12 V Phantom: through 680 ohm resistors, 10 mA per mic available
- 48 V Phantom: through 6 .8k resistors, 10 mA per mic available
Analog Input Limiters (Inputs 1-3)
- Affects the output of the mic preamps only (‘Trim’ stage) · +16 dBu threshold (fixed)
- 20:1 limiting ratio
- 1 mS attack time
- 500 mS release time
Digital Inputs
Input Types
- XLR AES: AES3 or AES42 (10 V power), SRC
Digital Input Limiters (Inputs 1-6)
- Post-fader
- +6 dBu to +18 dBu threshold (adjustable) · 20:1 limiting ratio
- 1 mS attack time
- 500 mS release time
AES42
- AES42 Mode 1, provides +10 V Digital Phantom Power
Analog Outputs
Output Type
- XLR Line: Active Balanced for use with ≥600 ohm inputs
- XLR -10: Active Balanced for use with ≥10k ohm inputs
- XLR Mic: Active Balanced for use with ≥600 ohm inputs
- TA3 Active Balanced Mic/Line: pin-2 and 3 driven, for use with ≥3k ohm inputs · X3,X4 (3 .5 mm): Unbalanced, stereo, for use with ≥6k ohm inputs
- Headphones (1/4”): Unbalanced, stereo, for use with 8-2k ohm headphones
Output Impedance (ohms actual)
- XLR and TA3 balanced outputs: 100 ohms at Line setting, 3 .2k ohms at -10 setting, 150 ohms at Mic setting
- TA3 Balanced Outs: 1k ohms at Mic and Line settings · X3,X4 (3 .5 mm): 100 ohms
- Headphones (1/4”): 100 ohms
Line Output Clipping Level (1% THD)
- 20 dBu minimum with 10k load
Maximum Output Level
- Line: +20 dBu (7.8 Vrms)
- -10: +6 dBu (1.5 Vrms)
- Mic: -20 dBu (0.078 Vrms)
- Aux 3/4: +6 dBu (1.5 Vrms)
Output Limiters
- Affects the outputs of the mixer
- Threshold selectable from +4 dBu to +18 dBu, 1 dB steps · 20:1 limiting ratio
- 1 mS attack time
- 500 mS release time
Maximum Gain
- Typical (Trim, Fader, Master, Phones, RTN fully up)
Maximum Gain – Mic Level
- Master Outs (XLR) @ LINE 91 dB
- Master Outs (XLR) @ -10 77 dB
- Master Outs (XLR) @ MIC 51 dB
- X3, X4 Outs (3 .5 mm) 77 dB
- Headphones (1/4”) 107 dB
Maximum Gain – Line Level
- Master Outs (XLR) @ LINE 51 dB
- Master Outs (XLR) @ -10 37 dB
- Master Outs (XLR) @ MIC 11 dB
- X3, X4 Outs (3 .5 mm) 37 dB
- Headphones (1/4”) 67 dB
Maximum Gain – Return
- Headphones (1/4”) 5dB
Digital Outputs
AES3 Output
- Transformer-balanced AES Out A,B on XLR
- 110 ohm, 2 V p-p, AES and S/PDIF compatible with RCA adaptor
Recording
Sampling Frequency
- 44.1 kHz
- 47.952 kHz
- 48 kHz
- 48.048 kHz
- 88.2 kHz
- 96 kHz
- 192 kHz
A/D
- 24 bit
A/D Dynamic Range
- 114 dB, A-weighted, typical
Recording Storage Type
- SD, SDXC, SDHC Card
- FAT32 or exFAT formatted, will format media on-board
- CompactFlash (CF)
- FAT32 formatted for CF and SD 32 GB, will format memory cards in-unit
File Type
- Record: WAV (Broadcast Wave File format), polyphonic or MP3
- Playback: WAV (Broadcast Wave File format), polyphonic or MP3
Timecode and Sync
- Modes Supported: off, Rec Run, Free Run, 24h Run, External
- Frame Rates: 23.976, 24, 25, 29.97DF, 29.97ND, 30DF, 30ND
- Accuracy: Ambient generator, 0.2 ppm (0.5 frame in 24 hr)
- Time Code Input: 20k ohm impedance, 0.3 V – 3.0 V p-p (-17 dBu – +3 dBu)
- Time Code Output: 1k ohm impedance, 3.0V p-p (+3 dBu)
Sample/Timecode Accuracy
- ± 0.2 ppm (0.5 frames per 24 hours)
Power
- External: 10-18 V on locking 4-pin Hirose connector, pin-4 = (+), pin-1 = (-).
- Removable x 2: 7.2 V (nominal) Sony L-type Li-ion, operational from 6.5–8.5 V,
- Internal: accepts 6 AA-sized (LR6) batteries, 1.2-1.6 V nominal (NiMH rechargeable compatible)
Environmental
- Operating: -20°C to 60°C, 0 to 90% relative humidity; (non-condensing)
- Storage: -40°C to 85°C
Dimensions and Weight
- Dimensions: 6 cm x 24 cm x 14 cm (H x W x D); 2.2” x 9.4” x 5.6”
- Weight: 1.1 kg; 2 lbs. 9 oz. (unpackaged, without batteries)
633 Firmware v4.61
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Fixes
- Improved SD Card write performance
- Various system enhancements and improvements.
Automatic Mixing 101
As productions continue to use more microphones simultaneously, producing a clean mix with intelligible speech can become quite difficult. Automatic mixers can help sound professionals in these multi-microphone applications.
The Scorpio, 888, 833, 633, and 688 offer two automatic mixing algorithms: Sound Devices’ own MixAssist and Dugan Automix, a collaboration between Sound Devices and Dan Dugan Sound Design, Inc.
Continue reading “Automatic Mixing 101”Products Mentioned
Approved Media – 6 Series
Sound Devices extensively tests removable recording media with the 633, 664, and 688.
For best media performance, Sound Devices recommends occasionally performing a full reformat of an SD card per the “Overwrite Format” method from the SD Association. The Overwrite Format deletes file/directory entries by initializing file system parameters of the card (same as with Quick Format), and erases all data by overwriting the user data area completely. The Overwrite Format takes more time to complete than the Quick Format method. More information can be found on the SD Association’s website. Please note that all files stored on the card will be lost during the formatting process. After using the SD Memory Card Formatter, the card will still need to be formatted in the mixer-recorder.
MicroSD to SD Card adapters are not recommended for use in any 6-Series mixer-recorder.
Tested cards:
Sound Devices’ own brand of approved media cards – the SAM-64SD, SAM-128SD, and SAM-32CF II – have been optimized and extensively tested to ensure fast and flawless performance when used with the 6-Series of mixer/recorders.
| Type | Size | Brand | Model |
|---|---|---|---|
| CF | 32 GB | Sound Devices | UDMA7; 150MB/s read 120MB/s write |
| SD | 64 GB | Sound Devices | SD/SDXC, UHS-II, 240 MB/s (read) and 100 MB/s (write) |
| SD | 128 GB | Sound Devices | SD/SDXC, UHS-II, 240 MB/s (read) and 100 MB/s (write) |
The cards from other manufacturers listed below have successfully passed benchmark testing with the 633, 664 and 688. Many other cards may work but their performance and reliability cannot be confirmed unless they have been extensively tested at Sound Devices.
CF Cards
| Size | Brand | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 256 GB | SanDisk | Extreme Pro; UDMA7; 160MB/s |
| 128 GB | SanDisk | Extreme Pro; UDMA7; 160MB/s |
| 128 GB | Delkin Devices | CF1050X, UDMA7, 120 MB/s write; 160MB/s read |
| 64 GB | SanDisk | Extreme Pro; UDMA7; 90 MB/s |
| 64 GB | Delkin Devices | CF1050X, UDMA7, 120 MB/s write; 160MB/s read |
| 32 GB | SanDisk | Extreme Pro; UDMA7; 160MB/s |
| 32 GB | SanDisk | Extreme; UDMA7; 120MB/s |
| 32 GB | Delkin Devices | CF1050X, UDMA7, 120 MB/s write; 160MB/s read |
| 16 GB | Delkin Devices | CF500X, UDMA6 16 GB |
SD Cards
| Size | Brand | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 128 GB | Wise | SDXC II 285MB/s 128GB |
| 128 GB | Freetail Evoke Pro | 128GB V60, UHS II |
| 128 GB | SanDisk | Extreme PLUS; SDXC/UHS-1, Class 10; 80 MB/s |
| 128 GB | Delkin Devices | SDXC “BLACK”/UHS-I U3, 99 MB/s |
| 64 GB | Integral Ultima Pro | SDXC I V30 64GB |
| 64 GB | Amplim | SDXC UHSII V90 64GB |
| 64 GB | SanDisk | Extreme; SDXC/UHS-1, V30, U3, 150MB/s (Model # SDSDXV6-064G-GNCIN) |
| 64 GB | SanDisk | Extreme Pro; SDXC/UHS-1, Class 10; 95 MB/s |
| 64 GB | SanDisk | Extreme; SDXC/UHS-1, Class 10; 45 MB/s |
| 64 GB | Delkin Devices | SDXC “BLACK”/UHS-I U3, 99 MB/s |
| 32 GB | Amplim | SDXC UHSII V90 32GB |
| 32 GB | SanDisk | Extreme PLUS; SDHC/UHS-1, Class 10; 80 MB/s |
| 32 GB | Delkin Devices | SDHC 633x UHS-I U3, *Max 96kHz |
| 32 GB | Delkin Devices | SDHC “BLACK”/UHS-I U3, 99 MB/s |
| 16 GB | Delkin Devices | 633x; SDHC/UHS-1; 80 MB/s write, 95 MB/s read |
| 16 GB | Delkin Device | CF700X, UDMA6, 67 MB/s write; 105MB/s read See Note 1 |
Unapproved Media
The media listed below currently fail our intensive media approval tests. We highly recommend NOT using this media.
SD Cards
| Size | Brand | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 64 GB | SanDisk | Extreme PRO 170MB/s, 64 GB |
| 128 GB | SanDisk | Extreme PRO 170MB/s, 128 GB |
Discontinued Media
The media listed below has been approved/tested by Sound Devices, but is no longer readily available for online purchase.
CF Cards
| Size | Model | Brand |
|---|---|---|
| 32 GB | Sound Devices | UDMA7; 160MB/s read 120MB/s write |
| 64 GB | Delkin Devices | CF1000X, UDMA6 and 7 |
| 64 GB | SanDisk | Extreme Pro; UDMA7; 160MB/s |
| 64 GB | SanDisk | Extreme; UDMA7; 120MB/s |
| 32 GB | SanDisk | Extreme; UDMA7; 90MB/s |
| 32 GB | Delkin Devices | CF700X, UDMA6, 67 MB/s write; 105MB/s read |
| 32 GB | PNY | PRO-ELITE UDMA6, 50MB/s |
| 32 GB | LEXAR | Prof 1000X; UDMA7; 145 MB/s write; 150 MB/s read |
| 32 GB | LEXAR | Prof 800X; UDMA7; 45 MB/s write; 120 MB/s read |
| 16 GB | SanDisk | Extreme; UDMA7; 90MB/s |
| 16 GB | SanDisk | Extreme Pro; UDMA7; 160MB/s |
| 16 GB | SanDisk | Extreme; UDMA7; 120MB/s |
| 16 GB | Delkin Devices | CF1000X, UDMA6 and 7 |
| 16 GB | WINTEC | Filemate Professional; UDMA5; 25 MB/s write |
| 16 GB | SILICON POWER | 400x |
SD Cards
| Size | Brand | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 64 GB | LEXAR | Professional, 400X |
| 32 GB | Delkin Devices | 600x; SDHC/UHS-1; 45 MB/s write, 90 MB/s read |
| 32 GB | Sound Devices | The SAM-32SD has been replaced by the SAM-64SD. |
| 32 GB | PNY | PRO-ELITE; UHS-1/Class 10; 35 MB/s |
| 32 GB | SanDisk | Extreme Pro; SDXC/UHS-1, Class 10; 95 MB/s |
| 16 GB | SanDisk | Extreme PLUS; SDHC/UHS-1, Class 10; 80 MB/s |
| 8 GB | SanDisk | Extreme PLUS; SDHC/UHS-1, Class 10; 80 MB/s |
* Note 1: Sound Devices has worked directly with Delkin to identify an intermittent Media I/O issue with newer Delkin CF 500x and CF 700x cards. Delkin has confirmed that a recent change to these two cards is most likely responsible for the errors. Cards containing KZ in the serial number are susceptible to this issue and should not be used. Cards containing VB in the serial number will function correctly and are approved. Deklin CF 1000x and 1050x cards do not experience this issue and may continue to be used.
Products Mentioned
633 Firmware v4.60
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- New
- Auto-Mute feature provides the option of automatically silencing the X1-X4 outputs when in stop mode.
- Fixed
- Rare event where takes disappeared after renaming has been eliminated.
- Known Issues
- Auto-Mute timecode modes output timecode for a few seconds after booting up from a full shutdown.
- Sound Devices has worked directly with Delkin to identify an intermittent Media I/O issue with newer Delkin CF 500x and CF 700x cards. Delkin has confirmed that a recent change to these two cards is most likely responsible for the errors. Cards containing KZ in the serial number are susceptible to this issue and should not be used. Cards containing VB in the serial number will function correctly and are approved. Deklin CF 1000x and 1050x cards do not experience this issue and may continue to be used. Click here for the 6-Series Approved Media List