552 SOUND DEVICE MIXER

The Sound Devices 552 is a compact, high-performance 5-channel portable production mixer designed for professional field recording. It combines analog mixing capabilities with a built-in stereo recorder, offering versatility for location sound engineers and filmmakers. The mixer features precision microphone preamps, comprehensive input/output options, and robust build quality, making it suitable for a wide range of production environments.

🔧 Features & Specifications:

• Channels: 5 balanced XLR mic/line inputs with two-stage gain control, limiter, high-pass filter, and solo monitoring.

• Direct Outputs: Pre- or post-fader direct outputs per input.

• Recorder: Integrated stereo recorder supporting WAV or MP3 formats at 16-bit or 24-bit depth, with sample rates from 44.1 kHz up to 96 kHz.

• Outputs:

  • 5 x TA3 direct outputs.

  • 2 x Analog/Digital XLR outputs.

  • 1 x 10-Pin Hirose mic/line “Return A” output.

  • 1 x 3.5mm “Return B” output.

  • 1 x 3.5mm tape output.

  • 1 x 3.5mm mono mic output.

  • 1 x TA3 “Return B”/Timecode In connector.

  • 1 x TA3 balanced stereo output (2 jacks, L/R).

  • 1 x TA5 output.

  • 1 x 3.5mm headphone output.

  • 1 x 1/4″ headphone output.

• Power: Operates on four internal AA batteries or external 10–18 VDC power supply.

• Construction: Rugged aluminum chassis designed for durability in field conditions.

• Dimensions: 2.1 × 11 × 6.6 inches (53 × 279 × 168 mm).

• Weight: Approximately 2.5 lbs (1.13 kg).