Main Benefits
Three High-Bandwidth XLR Preamplifiers
+12, +48, and +10V Digital Phantom Power
HP Filter, Pan, Fader, Trim Controls
AES3 and AES42 for Digital Microphones
Digital Mixing
Records to SD and CompactFlash Cards
USB Computer Keyboard Metadata Entry
Multiple Simultaneous Power Sources
Built-In Save Battery and 2-Second Boot
Lightweight Molded Carbon-Fiber Chassis
Description
Six-Input 633 Compact Mixer With 10-Track Recorder & Automixing
The 633 is designed for audio professionals requiring go-anywhere portability, without compromising recording or mixing capability. The compact 633 field mixer with integrated 10-track recorder offers six analog inputs, two powerful auto mixers (Dugan and MixAssist™), records to SD and CompactFlash memory cards, and offers PowerSafe™ and QuickBoot technology.
Input and Output Flexibility
The 633 offers three high-bandwidth mic/line inputs on XLR connectors (3+3), complete with phantom power, high-pass filter, input limiter and variable pan. Three additional line-level inputs on TA3 (mini-XLR) connectors offer flexibility for more complex productions. All inputs are assignable to its six output buses, left/right plus Aux 1/2/3/4.
10-Track Recording
All six inputs plus output buses left/right and Aux 1/2 can be recorded to individual tracks. The 633 offers 10-track 24-bit, 48 kHz uncompressed WAV recording (96 kHz and 192 kHz sampling up to six tracks) to SD and CompactFlash memory cards. The two cards can be set independently, recording either identical material for a real-time backup, or combinations of WAV and timecode stamped MP3 files.
Two Auto Mixers: The Choice is Yours
The 633 offers two powerful, high-performing automatic mixing options, Dugan automixing and Sound Devices’ MixAssist™ . The inclusion of these two well-known auto mixers makes it the go-to tool for more portable production applications with automixing for up to six audio channels. Dugan automixing is widely used in broadcast television applications, in dialogue recording for TV and motion picture production, and in house of worship (HOW) applications. It also is a good choice for teleconferencing, video trucks, and theater applications with multiple wireless microphones on stage. Dugan automixing takes over the nerve-wracking job of cueing mics in and out, freeing up the location recordist to pay more attention to the actual mix balance.
MixAssist automatically attenuates the level of inputs that are not active and helps maintain consistent background sound levels regardless of the number of open microphones. Comb filtering and phasing artifacts are also reduced when multiple mics pick up the same sound source by inteligently attenuating redundant mics. The end user can define the amount of off-attenuation MixAssist uses.
Quad Power
Powered by a unique Quad Power supply with PowerSafe™ technology, the unit is operational from any of four power sources. Sources can include external DC (12-18 V), two removable 7.2 V L-type lithium ion cells, and six internal AA batteries. The 633 automatically switches from one power supply to the next when power is exhausted or removed. With its combination of power sources, the 633 can operate for a full production day on batteries alone.
Note: Power supply not included; The XL-WPH3 power accessory, and all AA or XL-B2 and XL-B3 L-mount batteries are sold separately.
PowerSafe™ Technology
When all power sources are removed or depleted, the unit’s PowerSafe™ circuitry is activated. PowerSafe™ keeps the 633 operating for up to 10 seconds and ensures that all file operations are fully closed and the unit gracefully shuts down.
Two second power on-to-recording. Never wait on sound!
6-Series Gets a Wingman
Wingman, a wireless remote control option for the 6-Series mixer/recorder line, is a free application that, when paired with the required WM-Connect Bluetooth® Smart USB accessory, enables clear views of metering and timecode display on the larger screens of Android and iOS mobile devices. With Wingman, Sound Mixers can:
View meters, timecode, and frame rate
Start and stop recordings
Arm, disarm, and name tracks
Edit a take’s metadata
Circle takes and set False takes
Manage, create, and email sound reports
Click Here to learn more about Wingman.
Ease-of-Use & Full Size Controls
Clear, fast, easy to navigate controls and interface; visible in all light conditions, configurable metering and display.
Integrated Timecode
The 633 integrates a rock-steady Ambient timecode generator, supporting all common rates and modes. In addition to timecode, the 633 supports extensive file metadata. Metadata is entered from either the front panel or from an attached USB keyboard.
Built for the Field
Designed to withstand the extremes of field production, the 633’s small, lightweight, compact chassis is made from molded, metalized carbon fiber. It is built on Sound Devices’ strong heritage of high performance audio mixers, audio recorders, and video recorders.
Additional Features
AES input, two-channel AES3 or AES42, four channels of AES output.
Clear, fast, easy to navigate controls and interface; visible in all light conditions, configurable metering and display.
Stereo Linking, MS and L/R.
Input delay selectable on all six inputs plus output bus delay on all six buses.
User-configurable headphone presets plus a headphone favorite mode for quick source selection.
Third-Party Remote Control
The ability to remotely control any 6-Series mixer/recorder (688, 664, and 633) makes for greater convenience and flexibility on set and in the field. With wireless remote control, via iOS and Android mobile devices, Sound Mixers can:
Start and stop recordings
Arm and name tracks
Edit a take’s metadata
Circle takes and set False takes
View, transmit, and receive timecode
Create sound reports
Sound Devices 6-series mixer/recorders support third-party solutions including Ambient™ Recording (along with Lockit Network GmBH) and Timecode Systems (with PureBlend Software).
If you currently have the necessary gear from Ambient, additional investment should be nominal. You can learn more by visiting Ambient’s website.
If you already have the :wave from Timecode Systems and/or PureBlend’s MovieSlate app with Sound Dept. PRO, you should be ready to rock as well. You can learn more about the combined solution here from Timecode Systems and MovieSlate
Requires a Firmware update to Version 3.10 or later
Our firmware updates are free to our customers.
Tech Specs
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
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
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 (+12 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)
Optional Accessories
CL-12
The optional CL-12 linear fader controller significantly expands the mixing capability of the 688. With the CL-12, the 688 gains a 3-band parametric equalizer for each of its 12 inputs, shortcut access to SuperSlot™ wireless receiver data (when used with the SL-6), and MixAssist™ auto-mix monitoring. Tactile controls, including illuminated buttons and twelve easy-to-use manual faders, combine with LED metering to improve the whole mixing experience.
The CL-12 comes in two models: the standard CL-12, designed to be a sleek and durable mixing surface with robust black aluminum side panels, and the CL-12 Alaia, which features incredibly smooth gliding Penny & Giles faders and gorgeous custom hardwood side panels.
633 Kit
The 633 KIT is a complete production mixer recorder kit, containing all the necessary equipment to connect and operate the 633 in a professional audio production environment.
It includes the 633 field production mixer/recorder, as well as cables, batteries, an "audio gear bag" by Portabrace, and Sound Devices approved media cards, both CF and SD.
Already have a 633? A 633 Accessory Pack is available with all the necessary accessories needed to fully equip your mixer/recorder.
Third-Party Remote Control
The ability to remotely control any 6-Series mixer/recorder (688, 664, and 633) makes for greater convenience and flexibility on set and in the field. With wireless remote control, via third-party systems, Sound Mixers can:
Start and stop recordings
Arm and name tracks
Edit a take’s metadata
Circle takes and set False takes
View, transmit, and receive timecode
Create sound reports
Comparison Chart
FEATURE
688
664
633
Description
12 input, 16-track mixer/recorder with Dugan Automixing / MixAssist™ and optional SL-6 Powering and Wireless System
12 input, 16-track mixer/recorder
6 input, 10-track mixer/recorder with Dugan Automixing / MixAssist™
MIXER
Digital Mixing, Processing and Routing
✓
Analog
✓
SuperSlot™ Wireless Receiver Integration
via optional SL-6
--
--
RF Scan & Freq. Assignment
✓(with SL-6 & SuperSlot receivers)
--
--
Total Inputs
12
12
6
Mic / Line Inputs
6
6
3
Line Only Inputs
6
6
3
AES42 Digital Mic Inputs
2
2
1
AES3 Inputs
2 (4ch)
2 (4ch)
1 (2ch)
AutoMixers: MixAssist & Dugan
✓
--
✓
48V Phantom
✓
✓
✓
HPF
80 - 240 Hz (analog and digital)
80 - 240 Hz (analog only)
80 - 240 Hz (analog and digital)
Input Limiters
Pre/Post Fade (analog and digital)
Pre/Post Fade (analog only)
Pre/Post Fade (analog and digital)
Output Limiters
✓
✓
✓
Input Linking (Stereo and M/S)
All input pairs
Pairs 1-2, 3-4, 5-6
Pairs 1-2, 5-6
Slate Mic
Built-in and External
Built-in and External
Built-in
Tone Osc
✓
✓
✓
Bus Outputs
8 (L,R, X1-X6)
4 (L,R, X1-X2)
6 (L,R, X1-X4)
AES3 Digital Outputs
4 (8ch)
4 (8ch)
2 (4ch)
Transformer-balanced XLR / Hirose Outs
✓
✓
--
Direct Outputs
--
For inputs 1-6
--
Headphone Outputs
2
2
2
2ch Camera Send/Return, 10-Pin Hirose
2
2
--
2ch Return, 1/8"
1
1
1
Dedicated Com Return
✓
✓
--
Tape Out
1
2
--
Input Delay
0 - 30 mS
--
0 - 30 mS
Output Delay
0 - 417mS
--
0.0 - 10.0 frames
Hardware Faders
Ch 1-12
Ch 1-6
Ch 1-6
Hardware Trim Controls
Ch 1-6 (1-12 with CL-6)
Ch 1-6
Ch 1-3
Hardware LR Pan Controls
Ch 1-6
Ch 1-6
Ch 1-3
Hardware PFL Controls
Ch 1-12
Ch 1-12
Ch 1-6
Hardware Trim Control of Digital Ins
Ch 1 and 6
--
--
Metering
3 meter views, customizable
3 meter views, customizable
3 meter views, customizable
LR plus 12ch Vertical Metering
✓
--
--
RECORDER
Recording Media
CF, SD
CF, SD
CF, SD
Tracks
16
16
10
Max Sampling Rate
192kHz
48.048kHz
192kHz
Max Bit Depth
24
24
24
Max Pre-roll Time
6s
6s
6s
Audio File Formats
Wav Poly, Wav Mono, MP3
Wav Poly, Wav Mono, MP3
Wav Poly, Wav Mono, MP3
Reel, Scene, Take, Notes, Phrases, Tracks
✓ (iXML, bEXT)
✓ (iXML, bEXT)
✓ (iXML, bEXT)
Sound Report Creation
✓
✓
✓
TIMECODE
Hi-Precision Ambient™ Generator / Reader
✓
✓
✓
Word Clock Sync Reference
✓
✓
--
POWERING
PowerSafe™
✓
--
✓
QuickBoot
✓
--
✓
Power Source
EXT DC, 5x AA, & NP1 (from SL-6)
EXT DC, 5x AA
EXT DC, 6x AA, 2x L-Mount
Integrated Power Distribution
4x DC Outs, USB Charging Port (with SL-6)
--
--
WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL
Wingman via iOS Devices
✓ (WM-Connect required)
✓ (WM-Connect required)
✓ (WM-Connect required)
3rd-Party Remote Control via iOS Devices
✓ (:wave & MovieSlate required)
✓ (:wave & MovieSlate required)
✓ (:wave & MovieSlate required)
3rd-Party Web-based Remote Control via Android, PC or iOS Devices
✓ (Ambient Master Lockit & WiFi required)
✓ (Ambient Master Lockit & WiFi required)
✓ (Ambient Master Lockit & WiFi required)
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
SL-6 Powering and Wireless System
✓
--
--
CL-12 Linear Fader Controller
✓
✓
✓
CL-6 Input Controller
✓
✓
--
Carry Bag
CS-688
CS-688
CS-633
Videos
TIPTORIAL: How to Properly Calibrate on a 6-Series
VIDEO
Here is another quick and easy tiptorial on how to calibrate your faders/pans on the 6-Series. Enjoy!
TIPTORIAL: Editing Your Headphone Preset List
VIDEO
Happy Friday! We would like to help kick off your weekend with another Tiptorial. This time, we are showing you a way to customize your Headphone Preset List on the 6-Series in just a few easy steps.
TIPTORIAL: Handy Trim Gain Shortcut for the 6-Series
VIDEO
For our first ever Tiptorial, we are bringing you a sweet trim gain shortcut for our 6-series, which we believe you will find very useful if you haven't already!
Introducing Wingman for the 6-Series
VIDEO
Hey all, SD users! We know you heard all the great news about our new Wingman iOS remote control option for the 6-Series mixer/recorder and wanted to show you front and center how the Wingman works with our WM-Connect hardware accessory, which is now available for purchase at any of our audio resell...
IPS IBC 2016 Episode 06 Sound Devices
VIDEO
IPS - INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL SOUND The Organization for sound Professionals Check our website: http://ips.org.uk/ Find us at IBC SHOW 2016 in Amsterdam Sound advice when you need it wherever you are... Be part of our sound community SUBSCRIBE AND SHARE ;) With Paul Isaacs - Director of prod...
Remote Control Sound Devices 6-Series & 788T recorder with a Master Lockit
VIDEO
With Firmware 4.1, we integrate remote functionality for the renowned Sound Devices 633, 664, 688, and 788T into the Master Lockit's capabilities. The new Remote Control Tab in the Master Lockit's web interface provides wireless access to the most important recorder functions including: Record Start...
Master Lockit - Sound Devices 6-Series, 788T MasterLockit Integration
VIDEO
We are very proud to announce Master Lockit functionality to Sound Devices 6-Series Mixer / Recorders and 788T Recorders. After integrating popular cameras into the ACN timecode and metadata system, we now expand the Master Lockit functionality to the audio world with the all new ACN-ML firmware 4...
#MovieSlate app - Sync with Sound Devices 6-Series Recorders
VIDEO
#MovieSlate app - Remotely control and sync data with Sound Devices 6-Series Recorders
Why the Pros Choose Sound Devices
VIDEO
We reached out to some of the best and brightest in the production sound industry for some straight-talk Q&A. No scripts, no paid endorsements. We just wanted to find out, in their own words, why they choose Sound Devices gear for their work. Their responses were incredible. Special thanks to each ...
Forcing Power Off: 633 & 688
VIDEO
In the unlikely event that you need to manually force a complete shutdown of either the 633 or 688, this video demonstrates how to by-pass the PowerSafe and QuickBoot features.
Sound Devices 633: Why Do Pros Use Gear Like This?
VIDEO
Because I love sound and am aiming to take on more jobs as a mixer, I recently bought the Sound Devices 633 mixer/recorder. This is a much more capable mixer and recorder than my previous recorders including the Zoom F8, the Tascam DR-60DmkII, and others. The Sound Devices will be my primary recorder and the Zoom F8 my backup recorder. One question I’ve heard several times, and indeed, a question I’ve asked myself is, why does a mixer/recorder like the 633 cost so much more than something like a Tascam DR-60DmkII. Why $3000 more?! In this episode, we cover some of the features on the 633 that make it the type of device that professional sound recordists and mixers choose.
Connecting the CL-12 to the 633 or 664
VIDEO
Sound Devices released firmware v2.11, which expanded support of the CL-12 linear fader controller to include the 633 and 664 mixer/recorders. Previously released to integrate with the 688, the CL-12 now supports the entire line of 6-Series mixer/recorders. CL-12 setup for the 633 or 664 differs from the 688. This video walks users through the quick and easy process of connecting a 633 or 664 to a CL-12. To watch more videos on the CL-12, click the following playlist.
What is Time Code - Overview of Time Code for Sound and Picture
VIDEO
We take a brief look at the basics of time code and multi-device synchronization with audio and video recorders.
Sound Devices 633 - Inputs and Outputs Overview
VIDEO
Take a closer look at the inputs, outputs, and recording capability of the 633.
633 Powering Overview
VIDEO
Jesse takes a look at the powering options on the 633 mixer.
Sound Devices 633 Introduction Video
VIDEO
Sound Devices introduces the 633 Compact Production Mixer. It offers six-inputs and 10-tracks of recording to SD and CompactFlash cards.
Sound Devices 633 Time Code and Metadata
VIDEO
This brief video explores the time code and metadata available on the 633 mixer.
Sound Devices Wave Agent 1.20 Overview
VIDEO
Wave Agent is Sound Devices Mac OS and Windows WAV file utility. It offers multi-track playback (up to 32-tracks), metadata editing, and poly/mono split/combine utilities.
Editing Sound Devices 633 / 664 Settings Files
VIDEO
Downloads
Quantity
Item
1
633
1
USB kábel (USB-A - USB-B)
1
USB adapter (USB-A female to female)
1
LCD Protective Cover
3
Colored Dot stickers
4
Adhesive Rubber "Bumpers"
1
Product registration card
1
633 Quick Start Guide
1
Full-line Audio Catalog