User Manual

Recording and Playback

The MixPre-10M can simultaneously record and playback up to twelve audio

tracks at 96 kHz, 24-bit to an SD card (SD, SDHC,or SDXC). For peace of mind,

the MixPre-10M can automatically copy what is being recorded on the SD card

to a USB thumbdrive connected to the USB-A port. This is ideal for backup

purposes or as a quickly available handover copy for sharing with others.

You can record to the SD card even when using the MixPre-10M as a USB audio

interface. This opens up cool opportunities for recording the computer’s USB

audio output and mixing it with other mic and line sources plugged into the

MixPre.

This simultaneous recording/USB audio streaming capability also makes the

MixPre ideal as a backup to a computer - highly desirable in mission critical

applications where relying on a computer might be a risk.

Formatting SD Cards & USB Thumbdrives

SD cards must be formatted by the MixPre-10M for reliable recording and

playback.

If a USB thumbdrive is inserted into the USB A port, the MixPre-10M

automatically copies the current project’s recorded les to it. The thumbdrive

must also be formatted before use. For more information about this Auto Copy

feature, see Copying to a USB Drive.

⚠ Be sure to backup any wanted audio recordings or data before formatting

since the formatting process erases all data.

We highly recommend using Sound Devices branded SD cards as these have

been optimized to provide the best performance. If these are not available,

most reputable manufacturers’ cards (such as SanDisk or Delkin) that meet or

exceed class 10 speeds are acceptable. Similarly, we highly recommend only

using Sound Devices’ approved USB thumbdrives to ensure reliable operation.

To format an SD card:

1. Insert an SD card in the slot located on the rear panel.

2. Tap .

3. Tap SD Card > Edit > Format.

4. When asked to conrm the command to format the card, tap OK.

Cards with a capacity of 32 GB or less will be formatted with the FAT32 le

system. Cards with a capacity greater than 32 GB will be formatted with

the exFAT le system.