Michael Gassert Posted June 26, 2017 Report Share Posted June 26, 2017 As an NYC based mixer, I'm a longtime Nomad 12 user. But when I'm off shooting my own docs, I want quality preamps/conversion/dsp in a SMALL 2track recorder. I prefer not plugging my MK41s into an h4n in certain situations. What are my better options? (priorities being size, pre quality and power consumption on a 2 track recorder that I often operate while I'm shooting). Thanks for your thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip Perkins Posted June 26, 2017 Report Share Posted June 26, 2017 The new "little" Sound Devices boxes (MixPre 3)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moesound Posted June 26, 2017 Report Share Posted June 26, 2017 Nagra Seven is a fine choice. I use mine all the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constantin Posted June 26, 2017 Report Share Posted June 26, 2017 Sound Devices 702 is also still a great 2 track recorder with a proven track record Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrismedr Posted June 26, 2017 Report Share Posted June 26, 2017 I think with SMALL (in uppercase) your best bet is indeed the MixPre-3. smaller then that, all recorders with XLR phantom inputs I know of compromise in preamp quality. If larger and more expensive is no problem, the Nagra or 702 are great machines. chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ze Frias Posted June 27, 2017 Report Share Posted June 27, 2017 I also think the MixPre-3 would probably be your best bet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Visser Posted June 27, 2017 Report Share Posted June 27, 2017 How about a PIX240i or PIX E5 with the XLR attachment, great audio recorder, plus also doubles as an on-camera monitor with tools / scopes and if using a pro-sumerish camera, can record a more robust ProRes format. I have a sort of beat up PIX 240 that I hadn't thought of selling but could, if your interested in going down that route. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmgoodin Posted June 27, 2017 Report Share Posted June 27, 2017 I think the Mix Pre 3 would be a good match on all accounts except the power requirements. The supplied 4 Cell battery sled will only power the unit for a little more than an hour to 2 hours depending on the type of batteries. The L-mount battery sled is problematic with mounting a camera or using in a bag. If your camera outputs Time Code on HDMI it can run the recorder and sync the Time Codes. If you can use the AC adapter or a block battery to run all day it would be a good fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glen Trew Posted June 29, 2017 Report Share Posted June 29, 2017 If preamps are your priority, the Nagra 7 would probably win. But with size being your priority, there are other choices. Keep in mind that the Nagra 7 has a host of other attributes and features that are unique to Nagra, and it is also quite small. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dfisk Posted June 30, 2017 Report Share Posted June 30, 2017 For size, it's hard to beat the MixPre-3. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Masaki Hatsui Posted July 2, 2017 Report Share Posted July 2, 2017 It's kinda old one but Sonosax MINIR82 is still a recorder with one of best preamps and small enough size that you can slide it in a pocket. It's pricy but maybe you can find one a second hand? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daniel Posted July 2, 2017 Report Share Posted July 2, 2017 2 hours ago, Masaki Hatsui said: It's kinda old one but Sonosax MINIR82 is still a recorder with one of best preamps and small enough size that you can slide it in a pocket. It's pricy but maybe you can find one a second hand? and it will still be pricey - but very nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VASI Posted July 2, 2017 Report Share Posted July 2, 2017 NAGRA 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nagra1 Posted July 4, 2017 Report Share Posted July 4, 2017 My SX Mini 82 runs 6 hours on 4 ipower 1.5 volt( built in 128 GB SSD )In combination with an unsymmetrical cabled RSM 191,-the best thing I listened to over the years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dactylus Posted July 4, 2017 Report Share Posted July 4, 2017 On 6/26/2017 at 0:06 PM, Constantin said: Sound Devices 702 is also still a great 2 track recorder with a proven track record I would agree that the sd722 or sd702 would fit the bill for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivanovich Posted July 6, 2017 Report Share Posted July 6, 2017 zaxcom 742/43? obviously not a full featured recorder but its definitely compact.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronFilm Posted July 7, 2017 Report Share Posted July 7, 2017 For size and bang for buck the MixPre3 has to win! (although for only a little bit more money you can get the much more useful MixPre6, and it is still quite small) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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