Key Features
- 8 Recording Tracks
- Internal 256GB Solid-State Drive
- CompactFlash Slot
- Time Code Generator
Sound Devices 788T-SSD 8-Channel Portable Solid-State Audio Recorder
The Sound Devices 788T-SSD Portable Digital Recorderbuilds on the success of the Sound Devices 7-series digital recorders. The 788T-SSD is a lightweight and compact professional recorder that features 8 digital recording tracks. An internal 256GB SSD, CompactFlash media with UDMA support, external FireWire hard drive or DVD-RAM (with bus powering) all serve as compatible recordable media. Any or all of these options may be used to record audio simultaneously and the 788T-SSD serves as a mass storage device when connected to high-speed USB or FireWire ports on Windows and Mac OS X computers.
The 8 microphone and line-level inputs are provided as 4 XLR and 4 TA3-male connections. The 788T-SSD has 8 channels of balanced AES3 digital input and 6 channels of balanced AES3 output for simple integration with compatible AES3 digital cameras and mixers. All of the 7-series feature still apply; including 48V phantom, limiter, polarity reverse, high-pass, selectable delay and headphone monitoring on each input.
Note:
Please note that not all memory cards are approved to work with this device. Please check manufacturer’s website for a list of approved cards.
Firmware revision 2.01 for the 788T-SSD is now available for download andinstallation. It is recommended that all 788T-SSD users and owners update now. Detailed instructions and changes are on the download page at: http://www.sounddevices.com/download/788t-firmware.htm
Firmware revision 2.01 for the 788T-SSD is now available for download andinstallation. It is recommended that all 788T-SSD users and owners update now. Detailed instructions and changes are on the download page at: http://www.sounddevices.com/download/788t-firmware.htm
Compact and Durable
8-track portable SSD/CompactFlash audio recorder with 256GB internal SSD and full time code implementation
Compact aluminum and stainless-steel chassis for exceptional durability and light weight, resistant to environmental extremes
Comprehensive Professional Connectivity
8 channels of improved microphone and line inputs with phantom power, limiting, and high-pass filters
3-channel, balanced mic/line level outputs on TA3 connectors
Multi-pin AES3 I/O for complete compatibility with supported digital cameras, mixers, etc
High speed FireWire and USB ports for high-speed data transfer to computers for editing and backup
High-Resolution Recording and Synchronization
24-bit or 16-bit with or without dither, 32kHz – 96kHz sampling rates
Input-to-track assignment with 256 possible routing combinations
WAV or BWF format, mono or poly files, uncompressed PCM audio
MP3 encode and decode, 32 to 320kbps stereo files
Stable, reliable Ambient time code circuitry, tunable to <0.2 PPM accuracy with all relevant TC rates and full Word Clock I/O
Flexible Metering and Powering
Programmable backlit, sunlight-viewable LED level metering; selectable, menu-driven metering ballistics
Large backlit, adjustable LCD display; fully dedicated status and activity LED indicators, backlit controls
Removable Lithium-ion rechargeable battery, compatible with Sony M- and L-mount batteries
10-18VDC external input powers and charges on-board battery, 100-240V worldwide power supply
| Number of Tracks | 8 |
| Max Sample Rate/Resolution | 96 kHz / 24-Bit |
| Built-In Speaker | No |
| Memory Card Support | CompactFlash, Microdrive |
| Internal Storage | 256 GB |
Recording
| Audio File Formats | BWF, MP3, WAV |
| Sample Rates | 32 / 44.1 / 47.952 / 48 / 48.048 / 88.2 / 96 / 96.096 kHz |
| Bit Depth | 16/24-Bit |
| Timecode | Yes |
Connectivity
| Analog I/O | 4 x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Line/Mic Input 4 x TA3 Male Balanced Line/Mic Input 4 x TA3 Male Balanced Output 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Unbalanced Output |
| Digital I/O | 2 x DB15 AES3 In/Out 2 x TA3 AES3 Output 1 x LEMO 5-Pin Timecode Output 1 x BNC Video/Word Clock Input 1 x BNC Word Clock Output |
| Host Connection | 1 x FireWire 9-Pin (FireWire 800) 1 x FireWire 6-Pin (FireWire 400) 1 x USB Type-B |
Performance
| Frequency Response | 10 Hz to 20 kHz +0.1/-0.5 dB |
| Dynamic Range | A/D Converters: 114 dBA 110 dB D/A Converters: 112 dBA 108 dB |
| THD | Mic Inputs: 0.004% Line Inputs: 0.004% |
Power
| Battery Type | Removable Rechargeable |
Physical
| Dimensions | 10.1 x 6.4 x 1.8″ / 256.5 x 163.0 x 44.0 mm |
| Weight | 3.8 lb / 1.7 kg (Without Batteries) |