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Sound Devices 788T-SSD

Item ID: 788TSSD

8-track CompactFlash Recorder with 256GB Solid State Drive, FireWire, USB, Word Clock, and Time Code Generator

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Versatile, Compact, and Powerful Field Recorder!

The Sound Devices 788T-SSD is a portable 8-track audio recorder with time code - ideal when you need extensive, fully-featured I/O and superb, professional sound. Each of the 788T-SSD's eight mic/line inputs provide peak limiters, highpass filters, and 48v phantom power for condensers. What's more, the 788T-SSD's extensive routing flexibility lets you route each input to mixed tracks or to isolated tracks. Record to its internal 256GB solid-state drive, CompactFlash, or an external hard drive or DVD-RAM via FireWire or even USB simultaneously. For flexible, high track-count field recording, look to the Sound Devices 788T-SSD.

The Sound Devices 788T-SSD was designed to meet - and even exceed - all of your needs when you're out in the field recording. Boasting eight inputs, each can accept either microphone or line-level signals, provide 48V phantom power for condenser microphones, offer peak limiters for your mic inputs, and fully adjustable highpass filters. Plus, you can use the 788T-SSD's routing flexibility to record your tracks as best suits your situation - either route each input to mixed tracks, or to its own isolated track.

The 788T-SSD has three options for recording media: internal 256GB solid state hard drive, CompactFlash media with UDMA support, or an external FireWire hard drive or DVD-DAM (with bus powering). Any or all of these options can be used simultaneously for the ultimate in flexibility.

When connected to a Mac OS or Windows computer with high-speed USB or FireWire 400/800, the 788T-SSD conveniently acts as a high-speed mass storage device with an impressive 256GB solid-state hard drive.

Not only was the Sound Devices 788T-SSD designed to be the ultimate in portability and convenience for field recording, but it was also designed to handle the most professional chores with class. The 788T-SSD can be clocked from external word clock or from video sync. It also has a high-accuracy time code reader/generator onboard. A handy auto-record feature lets you chase external rec-run video sources, when used alongside film. Plus, while a bright LCD display, and large-print buttons make the 788T easy to use, you can even hook up a USB keyboard to the 788T to enter data, or control the unit via keyboard shortcuts.

Sound Devices 788T-SSD Features at a Glance:
  • Eight recording tracks
  • Eight mic/line inputs, each controlled with front panel, pop-out gain controls
  • Each input has solo headphone monitoring, 48 V phantom, limiter, polarity reverse, highpass, and selectable delay
  • 8 x 2 mix assignment
  • Backlit LCD display viewable in any environment
  • 8 x 13-segment Peak/VU meters with arm LED
  • Word clock in and out with tri-level video sync support
  • Time code generator supports all data rates; holds time code for four hours with no power sources attached
  • Internal 256GB, soid-state hard drive
  • CompactFlash slot with UDMA support
  • Powered by removable Li-ion rechargeable batteries
  • External DC power input operates unit and charges Li-ion battery
  • Back panel multi-pin connector for one-cable connection to digital mixing board (AES input/output, power, switch closure in/out)
  • FireWire 400/800 and USB 2.0 for ultra-fast connection of CF and HDD to computer
  • USB keyboard input for control
  • Aluminum & stainless-steel chassis for exceptional durability and light weight

The Sound Devices 788T-SSD is a powerful and professional audio recorder!
Specification Detail
Simultaneous Rec Tracks 12
Simultaneous Play Tracks 12
A/D Resolution 24-bit/96kHz
Built-in Mic(s) 0
Audio Interface No
Analog Input Types 4 x XLR, 4 x TA3
Analog Inputs 8
Analog Output Types 4 x TA3, 1 x 1/8", 1 x 1/8" (Headphone), 1 x TRS (Headphone)
Analog Outputs 7
Digital Input Type 1 x DE15 (8 x AES/EBU In, AES3 Output 5-6)
Digital Inputs 8
Digital Output Type 2 x AES3, 1 x DE15 (8 x AES/EBU In, AES3 Output 5-6)
Digital Outputs 6
Headphone Output type 1/8", 1 x TRS
Headphone Outputs 2
Built-in Speaker No
Memory (internal) 256GB Solid State Hard Drive
Memory (removable) CompactFlash
Built-in Effects No
USB Yes
FireWire Yes
Power Supply Removable Li-on Rechargeable Battery, 10-18 VDC External Input
Stand Mountable No
Height 1.8"
Width 10.1
Depth 6.4"
Weight 3.75 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number 788T-SSD

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