• Portable audio recorder/interface with green knobs and control panel, black metal chassis.
  • Front view of black portable audio recorder/interface with green level knobs and display.
  • Rear panel of black portable audio recorder/interface with two XLR/inputs and USB.
  • Side view of black portable audio recorder/interface with Aux/regular audio ports and controls.
  • Back view of black portable audio recorder/interface with ports and connections panel.
  • Black portable audio recorder/interface end panel with circular jack and raised grips.
  • Front face of black portable audio recorder/interface with MixPre-3 text and control jack.
  • Portable audio recorder/interface on desk setup with cables, black unit with controls.
  • Hands holding a compact black portable audio recorder/interface with multiple input knobs.

Sound Devices

Mix-Pre 3 II

  • 3 Kashmir microphone preamps with up to 32-bit float / 192 kHz recording
  • 5-track recording, expandable to 7 tracks with the optional +2 Plugin
  • 5-in / 2-out USB-C audio interface, internal timecode and flexible powering options
£990.00 (£825.00 ex VAT)
£990.00 (£825.00 ex VAT)
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  • Next-day UK delivery
  • Authorised UK stockist
  • Trusted by industry experts

The Sound Devices MixPre-3 II is a compact 5-track audio recorder, mixer and USB audio interface for field recording, podcasting, voiceover, music and small production workflows. It features 3 ultra-low-noise Kashmir microphone preamps, 32-bit float recording, internal LTC timecode, SD card recording and 5-in / 2-out USB-C audio interface operation.

Specifications

Product type

5-track portable audio recorder / mixer / USB interface

Microphone preamps

3 ultra-low-noise Kashmir microphone preamps

Maximum record tracks

5 tracks: stereo mix plus 3 ISO tracks

Expansion

Expandable to 5 channels / 7 tracks with optional +2 Plugin

Mixer

Built-in 3 × 2 portable mixer

Analogue inputs

5 total: 3 mic/line inputs and 2 aux inputs

USB audio interface

5-in / 2-out via USB-C

Recording bit depth

16-bit, 24-bit and 32-bit float

Sample rates

44.1, 47.952, 48, 48.048, 96 and 192 kHz

Recording media

SD, SDHC or SDXC card, up to 512 GB

File format

Polyphonic WAV

Timecode

Internal LTC timecode generator with Aux, Stereo Out and HDMI support

Timecode accuracy

0.2 ppm / 0.5 frames per 24 hours

Outputs

3.5 mm stereo output and headphone output

Powering

MX-PSU AC adapter, 4 × AA batteries, USB-C, or optional Sony L-Mount battery sled

What’s in the box?

  • 1 × Sound Devices MixPre-3 II Recorder
  • 1 × MX-4AA battery sled
  • 1 × MX-PSU AC power supply
  • 1 × USB-C to USB-C cable

Note: AA batteries are not included.

Dimensions

Height

1.40 in

Width

5.68 in

Depth

4.35 in

Weight

16.8 oz unpackaged, without batteries

Metric dimensions & Weight

3.6 × 14.4 × 11.0 cm, 0.48 kg unpackaged, without batteries.

Delivery & Returns

UK standard delivery costs £4.50, with free standard delivery on UK orders over £250. Next Working Day delivery is available on eligible in-stock orders under 30kg placed before 1pm. Worldwide shipping is also available.

Consumers can return most unwanted products within 30 days of receiving them, subject to our return conditions and exclusions. Please see our Shipping Policy and Returns & Refunds Policy for full details.

Warranty

1-year warranty + optional 1-year extension

This product includes a 1-year Sound Devices manufacturer warranty against defects in materials and workmanship from the original date of purchase.

The warranty can be extended to 2 years in total by registering the product directly with Sound Devices within the first year.

Register your product with Sound Devices

For help with a fault or warranty claim, please visit our Returns & Warranty page. Have your order number and product serial number ready.

This manufacturer warranty is in addition to your statutory rights.

Technical Downloads

User Manual

For up to date product documents and more in depth specifications, please refer to the official MixPre-3 II product page

Mix-Pre 3 II

£990.00
Portable audio recorder/interface on desk setup with cables, black unit with controls.

Pocket-Sized Recording

Small Recorder, Serious Capability

The MixPre-3 II gives you 5-track recording, 32-bit float capture and professional audio tools in a compact recorder designed for bag use, mobile work and small production setups.

Hands holding a compact black portable audio recorder/interface with multiple input knobs.

Kashmir Preamps

Three Clean Mic Inputs

Three ultra-low-noise Kashmir microphone preamps capture clear, detailed audio for podcasts, voiceover, field recording, music and film sound.

Front view of black portable audio recorder/interface with green level knobs and display.

Recorder and USB Interface

Flexible Audio Anywhere

Use the MixPre-3 II as a standalone recorder, compact mixer or 5-in / 2-out USB-C audio interface, with flexible powering for home, studio and location workflows.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept major credit and debit cards, PayPal and a range of express payment options, including Apple Pay, Google Pay and Shop Pay. The payment methods available to you will be shown at checkout.

How can I track my order?

Once your order has been dispatched, we will email you a shipping confirmation with your tracking details. You can follow the tracking link in that email or view updates through your Shopify order-status page.

What is your return policy?

Consumers can return most unwanted products within 30 days of receiving them, provided they meet our return conditions. Some products are excluded, and business purchases are not eligible for change-of-mind returns unless agreed by Soundkit. Faulty, damaged or incorrect products are handled separately. Please see our Returns & Refunds page for full details.

Can I change or cancel my order?

Please contact us as soon as possible if you need to change or cancel an order. We will do our best to help, but changes cannot normally be made once an order has been processed or dispatched. If it has already been dispatched, you may need to return it in accordance with our Returns & Refunds policy.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes, worldwide shipping is available to many destinations. Available services, delivery costs and estimated times will be shown at checkout. International orders may also be subject to local customs duties, taxes and import fees.

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