Sound Devices MP-1 - Single Channel Portable Microphone Preamplifier
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Designed for high-definition field production applications, the Sound Devices MP-1 is a single channel microphone preamp that delivers studio grade audio in a portable, lightweight package. The unit features a transformer balanced XLR microphone input and line level output resulting in high gain and low noise floor. A large gain adjustment dial provides up to 66dB of gain in eleven discrete steps.
A 3-position phantom power switch enables 12 Volt or 48 Volt phantom power for condenser microphones. A low-cut filter switch eliminates noise due to wind and proximity effect at 80Hz or 160Hz (user switchable). Peak limiter switch moderates signal peaks, eliminating distortion due to signal over load. The MP-1 is powered with 2 AA batteries for approximately 24 hours.
- Transformer Balanced I/O
- The MP-1 features a transformer balanced XLR microphone input and line level output resulting in high gain and low noise floor.
- Variable Gain
- A large gain adjustment dial provides up to 66dB of gain in eleven discrete steps.
- Compact & Portable
- The unit measures approximately 3" wide and 5" in depth and operates on 2-AA alkaline batteries for up to 24 hours (typical).
- Peak Limiter & Low-Cut Filter
- Peak limiter switch moderates signal peaks, eliminating distortion due to signal over load. A low-cut filter switch eliminates noise due to wind and proximity effect at 80Hz or 160Hz (user switchable).
| Inputs | 1 - XLR 3-pin female, transformer-balanced |
| Output | 1 - XLR 3-pin male, transformer-balanced |
| Monitor/Headphone Out | No |
| ALT I/O | No |
| Link Input/Output | No |
| Impedance |
Input: 2000 ohms Output: 130 ohms |
| Gain | 0dB to 66dB input to output, switch selectable |
| Hum & Noise |
EIN: -126dBu (-128 dBV) max 150 ohm source, flat weighting, 22 - 22kHz bandwidth, gain setting 36dB or greater) |
| Frequency Response |
20Hz - 22kHz, +0.1, -0.5dB, -1dB at 50kHz (relative to 1kHz level with 150 ohm source) |
| Distortion |
0.05% max. (from 60Hz to 22kHz @ +4dBu output level, 22Hz - 22kHz filter bandwidth, +46dB gain setting) |
| Metering |
Power LED Green: Indicates power and full battery Red: Indicates power and low battery - red status indicates 4 hours of battery life remain |
| Control Voltage Out | No |
| Phantom Power | +48V & +12V |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70 degrees C (32 to 1 degrees F) |
| Power |
2-AA alkaline batteries 24 hours life typical with +4 dBu signal into 600 ohms, no phantom power |
| Dimensions | 1.7 x 3.7 x 5.5" (43 x 94 x 140 mm) (HxWxD) |
| Weight | 1.24 lbs (0.56 kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
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Ratings Distribution
75%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to setup (3)
- Simple controls (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Basic systems (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (3)
REVIEWS
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Pros
- Accurate Controls
- Easy To Setup
Cons
- Poor Sound Quality
Best Uses
Comments about Sound Devices MP-1 - Single Channel Portable Microphone Preamplifier:
I was using this for a 60D with Magic Lantern and I had very little hiss with just the 60D but when I connected this and turned it to halfway 46db there was hiss and at full gain 66db it was unbearable. When I connected a Rode NTG-2 shotgun mic to the pre-amp the hiss was still there and just made the sound unusable for capturing transparent sounds. Noisy pre-amps but good quality and build. So I would not recommend this. The JuicedLink series are made for camcorders and only give max 16db boost which isn't enough for DSLRs unless you buy the DSLR unit. I would recommend a separate pre-amp into a field recorder. Such as the Grace Design Lunatec V3 which is transformerless and transparent sound into a Roland field recorder. More expensive but the Sound Devices pre-amps are just noisy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate Controls
- Easy To Setup
- Energy Efficient
- Good Power Output
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Basic Systems
- Field audio measurement
- Mono audio recording
- Quality audio for video
Comments about Sound Devices MP-1 - Single Channel Portable Microphone Preamplifier:
Nice solid build with a good basic feature set. Optional 12v or 48v phantom power great for saving battery power when 48v not required for a microphone. The built in limiter seems right for it's intended purpose, but I didn't test it yet. Measures and sounds very good - just a little short of excellent.
Excellent value for the price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Accurate Controls
- Easy To Setup
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
- Lack of a belt clip
Best Uses
- Basic Systems
- DJ / Mixing
- Field recording
Comments about Sound Devices MP-1 - Single Channel Portable Microphone Preamplifier:
I use the MP-1 to power my Sennheiser wireless system. For smaller projects, when I've only got 2 channels, I use it in tandem with the MM-1 on my boom operator.
It's very clean, just like you'd expect a sound Devices Pre-Amp to sound.
The only reason I rated it 4 stars, it doesn't come with a belt clip like the MM-1. So I've had to hang it from the brackets in the front of the unit. It just takes extra time.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Clear sound
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
Cons
Best Uses
- Basic Systems
- Production Quality
Comments about Sound Devices MP-1 - Single Channel Portable Microphone Preamplifier:
This small and easy to mount preamp fits right on the back of a battery pack with velcro. The knobs are easier to use than those of the HD camera it is mounted on.
The quality audio and limiter gives me much more confidence than the built-in limiter and audio pre of the camera.
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