SOUND DEVICES  |  SKU: 24965

MixPre-6 MixAssist

MixAssist plugin for MixPre-6, automixer reduces mic and room noise, 24/32-bit float, up to 48 kHz, delivers clear real-time audio with multiple microphones.


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Description

The MixAssist Plugin adds Sound Devices' acclaimed automixing technology to the MixPre-6, helping you achieve clean, balanced recordings in multi-microphone environments. Adapted from the professional 6-, 7-, and 8-Series recorders, MixAssist automatically manages open mics, reducing room noise and spill by attenuating unused channels while preserving the natural tone of active dialogue.

Perfect for podcasts, interviews, and small panels, MixAssist gives you smoother, more professional mixes directly from the MixPre-6-minimizing the need for extensive post-production. It runs seamlessly on the recorder, supporting sample rates of 44.1, 47.952, 48, and 48.048 kHz at 24-bit or 32-bit float, ensuring high-fidelity sound capture.

Features

Automixer plugin that reduces excess room noise and mic spill when using multiple microphones.

Runs natively on the MixPre-6 - no external processor required.

Based on the proven Sound Devices MixAssist algorithm from the 6-Series, 7-Series, and 8-Series recorders.

Automatically raises active microphones and lowers inactive ones for a smooth, natural mix.

Ideal for podcasts, interviews, small panels, and location dialog with up to six mic sources.

Supports 44.1, 47.952, 48, and 48.048 kHz sample rates at 24-bit or 32-bit float.

Installs easily: activate by loading the license file from SD card into the unit.

Provides cleaner recordings in real time, cutting down on the need for heavy post-production.

Specifications

General Specifications

Product Name: MixAssist Plugin " Sound Devices MixPre-6

Device Compatibility: Fully compatible with MixPre-6

Sample Rates Supported: 44.1 kHz, 47.952 kHz, 48 kHz, 48.048 kHz

Bit Depths Supported: 24-bit, 32-bit float

Functionality

Activates automatic microphone mixing for multi-mic setups

Reduces background noise and room reflections by dynamically adjusting levels

Employs Sound Devices' trusted automix algorithm used in their higher-end mixers

Perfect for panel discussions, live podcasts, roundtables, and unscripted dialogue recording

Automatically reduces gain on unused mics to minimize bleed and noise

Installation Process

Purchase the plugin from the Sound Devices Plugin Store

Download the .LIC file using a computer (not mobile)

Transfer the license file to an SD card

Insert the SD card into your MixPre-6 and activate the plugin from the device menu

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