• Penny and Giles linear faders (83mm travel)
• Gold connectors and military type components
• Sealed conductive plastic rotary switches

This added to a modular construction, insures both high reliability and easy maintenance.The SONOSAX SX-S Series is available in three models:

• SX-S6: up to 6 channels
• SX-S8: up to 8 channels
• SX-S10: up to 10 channels

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The SONOSAX SX62R is a portable 6 channels high quality Analogue Mixing console with a true stereo mix bus and an advanced Monitoring & Communication system combined with an integrated 8 Tracks Digital Recorder on SSD Drive and compact flash card.

Built in a Compact and Light Weight housing the SONOSAX SX62R is based on a new ergonomic concept; standard functions are immediately accessible on the front panel,  all other features and configurations are easily accessible through an intuitive menu simply by touching the large colour screen.

Main connections being located on the recessed rear panel the connectors and cables are not only well protected but their weight is evenly distributed in the center instead of being unevenly spread side-wise.

The SONOSAX SX62R mixer provides with most of the features found in larger mixer such as the SONOSAX SX-ES64 or the SONOSAX SX-ST while the integrated digital recorder offers all functionalities required for today’s productions work-flow, providing a full implementation of BWF and iXLM metadata and many users friendly  features.

APPLICATIONS

• Field Productions
• Documentaries, TV series, Reality show
• Feature Film
• Music Recording
• OB Van, sports event
• Recording of Surround sounds or multichannel microphone systems

KEY FEATURES

MIXER

• Transformer-less balanced Mic/Line input with High Quality, Low Noise microphone preamplifier using semi-discrete technology
• Pre LF-Cut to protect the microphone pre-amplifier from wind noise and sweep LF Cut at 12dB/octave for a precise control
• 48V Phantom,  phase reversal and Limiter on each input
• Pre-Fader listening on each channel
• Channel linking for stereo pair, M/S Pair or multichannel system
• M/S decoder available either for mixing or for monitoring purposes
• Direct channel output analogue (standard) digital (optional)
• Configurable routing and assignment of channels onto the mix-bus and to the digital recorder
• Two independent Monitoring system with Private Line for communication
• Mono analogue Sub-out
• Stereo Sub Out analogue or digital (menu configurable)
• Integrated Slate microphone and 1kHz reference Tone
• Connection with 48V Phantom and 6V Electret provided for an external Headset

RECORDER

• Recording capabilities of up to 8 tracks on SSD Drive and either 2 tracks or full mirroring on CF Card at all sampling frequencies from 44,1 to 192kHz at 24bits
• Uncompressed PCM WAV file format with full implementation of BWF and iXML metadata; either mono, stereo or polyphonic files
• Editable metadata pre or post recording
• Channel linking for stereo pair, M/S Pair or multichannel system
• Time Code input and output supporting all format with pull up/pull down
• WordClock I/O and Video sync capabilities
• USB 2.0 connection for file transfer (mass storage class)

GENERAL

• Machined aluminum housing
• Powered by 4 D-cell batteries or external 6 to 18 VDC on Hirose 4 pins connector
• Dimensions: 274 x 160 x 90 mm / 10,8″ x 6,3″ x 3,54″
• Weight: 2200 grams (4,8 lbs) without batteries, 2900 grams (6.3 lbs) with 4x D-Cell batteries

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The SX-DA2 has XLR inputs for the AES/EBU digital input and coaxial and optical inputs for S/PDIF signals. The outputs are two XLR connectors providing balanced line output signals. A 3.5mm mini jack for stereo headphones and headphone level control is provided for high quality monitoring.

Not only is the SX-DA2 an excellent 20 bit digital to analog converter, it can also be used to analyze a digital signal. It incorporates LEDs to indicate: Professional or Consumer formats, 44.1 or 48 kHz sampling rate, 4% & 0.4% or out of range, Validity Bit, Confidence Bit, Emphasis, SCMS, Stereo, and Error flags.

APPLICATIONS

• High quality monitoring and distribution either on location or in studio
• High quality D/A converter for HiFi system at home
• AES or S/PDIF signal analysis

Dimensions: 85 x 146 x 40 mm / 3.35″ x 5.7″ x 1.57″
Weight: 320 grams (0.7 lbs) without batteries
Powering: 2x 9Volts batteries or external DC 12 to 24 Volts

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An ingenious feature of this modular system is its adaptability to right or left-handed users. The master module with the modulometer may be installed on either side of the mixer.

Like all other SONOSAX manufactures instruments, SX-PR has been built using only professional components (conductive plastic potentiometers, switches and connectors with gold-plated contacts, etc.) to ensure unparalleled levels of quality, performance and reliability. In addition, the switches and potentiometers are air-tight and thus dust protected.

All these features, together with very demanding SONOSAX standards, have resulted in this mixer that meets the needs of News reporting (ENG/EFP) where reliability, size and weight make all the difference whether recording indoors or outdoors.

And, to top it all, thanks to the updated electronic characteristics of modern techniques, this tiny little mixer is ALL SET FOR DIGITAL RECORDING!

Connected with an R-DAT recorder this equipment enables stereo sound recording of an extremely high quality.

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This product allows the sound person to recover his autonomy and to place his microphone on the right spot at the right time while providing the best possible sound recording. The device has been designed to accommodate the best microphones on the market. Developed specially by SCHOEPS for the SX-BD1, the SONOSAX M4 Microphone can be delivered with it.

SONOSAX offers also a choice of complete sets including a microphone, SX-BD1, a boompole and all necessary accessories for a given application type. Ideal complement to the new lightweight equipment for video or digital cinematography, SX-BD1 is distributed worldwide by SONOSAX or its net of authorized dealers.

APPLICATIONS

• Reportage
• Video, motion pictures

KEY FEATURES

• Very High Quality Microphone Preamplifier
• Phantom Powering
• Input Gain Selector (+20 dB, +46 dB, +72 dB)
• Low Frequency Cut Filter (80 or 120 Hz)
• Opto-electronic Limiter already prized on other SONOSAX devices
• Headphone Connector with 3-position Monitoring Level Selector
• Ergonomic Design (Level Setting by rotating fader naturally handled with the thumb)
• 12 LED Level Display, with automatic variable brightness according to the ambient light
• Output compatible with all equipments (DAT, mixer, broadcast and consumer camcorders, wireless transmitters, etc.)
• Built-in 1 kHz Reference Tone Generator
• Powered by just 4 AAA batteries

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STELLADAT II is the unique 2 and 4 tracks DAT portable tape recorder.
While other manufacturers are making their DAT machines cheaper rather than better, SONOSAX has been working to achieve manufacturing efficiencies while providing a better product with more features. STELLADAT II maintains of course the standard of quality and dependability that customers have learned to expect from Swiss manufacturers.

STELLADAT II is extremely advanced in its features and design. It has four mic/line inputs, all with high quality mic preamplifiers, input gain control, limiters, low pass filters, pan pots and output level controls. These four inputs can be routed to two or four tracks, with or without pan pot, depending on the applications (see the audio routing table). STELLADAT II has a true 4 channels input mixer. Included is a tone generator and a slate microphone.

STELLADAT II records and plays at 44.1kHz and 48kHz (on option at 96kHz) as well as ±0,1 % to meet the requirements of NTSC video.

The left side panel of STELLADAT II has four mic/line inputs and the analog four line outputs as well as the monitoring section with MS controls and headphone connector.

The right side panel has two digital AES/EBU XLR in- and outputs as well as optical in and out connectors for SPDIF digital signals. This panel also contains the XLR and Lemo Time Code in and out connectors.

STELLADAT II has an LCD screen allowing a great range of information to be displayed. In particular, signal levels can be controlled to a very high degree of precision due to the high resolution image. An LCD display, because of its transflective nature is visible in high ambient light. Back lighting is provided for low light situations.

The Tape/Direct, User Prog and Display keys are located to the right of the main level potentiometers, so all controls are grouped. The Tape Transport buttons are high quality positive detent switches with a special molded rubber cover.

On the top panel, the tape transport is located on the right of the four-input mixer. The menu selection is handled with a simple joystick. For studio use, the tape transport keys are replicated on the top of the recorder or can be assigned with many useful functions.

The battery housing is located on the back panel of STELLADAT II. On its side resides a small control loudspeaker.

While many Time Code DAT machines have become notorious for frequency instability, (Time Code drift of 20 ppm is typical), STELLADAT II is as stable as its Swiss analog predecessors. (Time Code drift typically less than 2 ppm) and is offered with an optional High Stability (oven stabilized) crystal which will provide frequency stability < 0.2 ppm.

Unique circuit design allows STELLADAT II to achieve unheard of power efficiency in a DAT recorder. STELLADAT II uses only 10 to 15 watts, depending on its configuration. The power saving software allows you to power off the analog inputs one by one, the optical in- and outputs and the analog outputs. Power requirements in “stand by” is very low allowing many hours of typical production from a single NP-1 battery. To switch from stationary recording to “over the shoulder” documentary style simply requires the recordist to unplug the external power, plug in a mic, pick up the recorder and run …

STELLADAT II has been designed and manufactured to meet the highest standards of reliability to operate under very rugged conditions. If service should be required its modular design allows any module to be exchanged with one single 2 mm hex wrench.

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Due to its versatility, the SONOSAX SX-T is the ideal choice for numerous applications, such as:

• fixed and mobile recording studio and broadcast
• video, television and cinema production and post production
• digital or analog sound recording, in 2 or multi-track
• very high quality sound systems for concert halls, theaters, etc.

Each SONOSAX SX-T mixing console is composed of standard modules combined and assembled according to the needs and desires of the user. In this way, it is adapted as closely as possible to the required specifications and, at the same time, remains expandable.

Standard modules may be slightly modified and it is recommended that each user specify as clearly as possible what the applications is so as to enable SONOSAX to respond precisely to individual requirements.

As with all other SONOSAX products, the SX-T is built without any compromise on quality, using only the best components available. Each stage of its circuits has been extensively studied to give the highest quality performance.

The result of the research and development is an ergonomic mixer with extraordinary characteristics. In addition, since the SONOSAX SX-T already offers all the essential elements for working with sound within its very compact volume, it is no longer necessary to annex other “small boxes” or accessories which are not only expensive but also bulky, nor to add more cables which take up space and sometimes create confusion due to the number of wires connecting all the equipment.

The SONOSAX SX-T has been created taking into consideration the possibility of working with digital sound recording, as well as synchronization and automation with other existing or future equipment.

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This added to a modular construction, insures both high reliability and easy maintenance.The SONOSAX SX-S Series is available in three models:

SX-S6: up to 6 channels
SX-S8: up to 8 channels
SX-S10: up to 10 channels

SUMMARY OF CHARACTERISTICS

* Provision of 8 DB before clip if limiter on infinity
** 20 Hz to 20 kHz, at max. input level
*** Equivalent input noise from 150 ohms

SPECIFICATIONS MIC/LINE INPUT MODULE

OPTIONAL TRANSFORMER LINE OUTPUT (IN PLACE OF AN INPUT MODULE)

MASTER MODULE AND GENERAL

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The most critical part of any sound recording system is the microphone preamplifier.

Considerable effort was therefore invested in this element with the development of the SONOSAX SX-S mixer. This laid down the foundation for this product’s success and the same philosophy has since been implemented in the other SONOSAX products.

The advent of the DAT, MINIDISC, DV, miniDV and BETACAM formats has created a need for mic preamplifiers of equally high standards. As most of these applications do not demand any on site mixing, SONOSAX now offers its well-proved technology in a versatile dual channel package. The SONOSAX SX-M2 operates with two 9volt batteries, or with NiCd accumulators.

Specifications

INPUTS
Type: balanced transformerless, XLR connectors
Impedance: 5k Ohms , 20Hz to 20kHz
Gain: 76dB to 20dB (high), 40dB to 6dB (lo), 0dB (center)
Lo cut filter: 18dB/oct, -3dB at 70Hz
Overload indicator: 6dB before clipping level
Mic power: phantom 48V

OUTPUTS
Balanced: floating transformerless XLR, nominal level :+6dBu, max +20dBu 600 Ohms
Unbalanced: 3,5mm mini-jack stereo, nominal level : 0dBu, max +14dBu

SUMMARY OF CHARACTERISTICS
Frequency response: ±0,5dB, 20Hz to 20kHz
Crosstalk: better than 75dB, 20Hz to 20kHz
THD: less than 0.01%, 20Hz to 20kHz at +6dBu, less than 0,03% at +20dBu
Noise 76dB gain: better than -129,2dBu, 20Hz to 20kHz, 150 Ohms source
Noise 40dB gain: better than -126dBu, 20Hz to 20kHz, 150 Ohms source

POWER AND DIMENSIONS
Batteries: 2 x 9V alkaline (UCAR 6LR61 or equivalent), or Ni-Cd rechargeable
(UCAR RC22 or equivalent).
External: 12V DC to 24V DC, minimum 30mA, maximum 80mA
Autonomy: 6 to 10 hours with alkaline batteries, 1,5 to 3 hours with NiCd
Indicator: low batteries at 14V. Autonomy: minimum 2 hours with alkaline batteries, and minimum 10 minutes with NiCd.
Dimensions: 5,75″ x 3,4″ x 1,6″ (146 x 85 x 40mm), 0,95lbs (435g) with batteries

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