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Sound Devices

Astral ARX2

  • 2-channel true-diversity receiver with four complete RF receivers in total
  • 169 MHz – 1525 MHz SpectraBand tuning for wide frequency flexibility
  • SuperSlot compatible, with analogue line-level and AES digital audio output
£3,114.00 (£2,595.00 ex VAT)
£3,114.00 (£2,595.00 ex VAT)
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The Sound Devices Astral ARX2 is a 2-channel portable true-diversity wireless receiver with SpectraBand tuning from 169 MHz to 1525 MHz. Designed for professional production sound workflows, it offers digital RF performance, AutoAssign frequency selection, GainForward support and flexible output options including analogue line-level and AES digital audio.

The ARX2 is compatible with SuperSlot, including the SL-2 and Sound Devices 8-Series mixer-recorders, and supports Astral transmitters including the Astral Mini, Astral TX and Astral HH.

Specifications

Product type

2-channel slot-in true-diversity wireless receiver

Receiver channels

2 channels

Receiver type

Digital true-diversity receiver

RF architecture

4 RF receivers total, 2 per channel

Frequency range

169 MHz – 1525 MHz

Tuning step size

25 kHz

RF technology

SpectraBand technology

Modulation

Proprietary digital RF modulation

Modulation modes

Standard or Long Range

Latency

2 ms standard / 3.9 ms long range

Audio frequency response

10 Hz – 20 kHz

Audio outputs

Analogue line-level or AES digital audio

Digital audio output

AES3 balanced, 110-ohm output impedance

Compatibility

SuperSlot, SL-2 and 8-Series mixer-recorders

Powering

6–18 VDC

What’s in the box?

  • 1 × Sound Devices Astral ARX2 Receiver
  • 1 × Antenna set, including:
    2 × 470–548 MHz antennas — 1 straight, 1 right-angle
    2 × 548–638 MHz antennas — 1 straight, 1 right-angle
    2 × Uncut antennas — 1 straight, 1 right-angle
    6 × Antenna caps

Dimensions

Height

4.48 in

Width

3.09 in

Depth

1.05 in

Weight

165g without backplate accessories

Metric Dimensions

Metric Dimensions

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 the most up-to-date manuals and product documents, please refer to the official Sound Devices Astral ARX2 product page.

Astral ARX2

£3,114.00
Cables, adapter modules, and connectors for the audio recorder system

Astral ARX2 Receiver System

Slot-In Wireless Reception

A compact 2-channel receiver with wideband tuning, true diversity performance and fast frequency coordination for demanding production sound workflows.

Key Astral ARX2 Features

2-channel slot-in wireless receiver with SpectraBand tuning, true diversity reception and fast frequency setup.

SpectraBand

Wide 169–1525 MHz tuning range for finding usable spectrum across supported frequency bands.

2 Channels

Compact slot-in receiver with two channels of professional digital wireless reception.

True Diversity

Advanced Digital True Diversity uses two RF receivers per channel for reliable reception in demanding RF environments.

AutoAssign

Scans the selected tuning band and automatically chooses clean available frequencies.

SuperSlot

Compatible with SL-2 and 8-Series mixer-recorders for a streamlined Sound Devices workflow.

GainForward

Set compatible Astral transmitter gain from the receiver, mixer, or 8-Series setup.

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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