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Sound Devices XL-AES 8-Channel AES3 Input Expander for Scorpio, 888, or 883

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Sound Devices XL-AES 8-Channel AES3 Input Expander for Scorpio, 888, or 883
Key Features
  • For Scorpio, 888, and 883 Recorders
  • Adds Eight Channels of AES3 Input
  • 4 x TA3F Mini-XLR Input Jacks
  • Easily Installs Directly on Recorder
Easily add eight channels of AES3 inputs to your Scorpio, 888, or 883 multitrack field recorder with the Sound Devices XL-AES. The rugged milled aluminum housing installs directly atop your recorder via its expansion port and offers four TA3F mini-XLR input jacks. The XL-AES is powered through the connection to the host recorder.
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Sound Devices XL-AES Overview

Easily add eight channels of AES3 inputs to your Scorpio, 888, or 883 multitrack field recorder with the Sound Devices XL-AES. The rugged milled aluminum housing installs directly atop your recorder via its expansion port and offers four TA3F mini-XLR input jacks. The XL-AES is powered through the connection to the host recorder.

  • Compatible with Sound Devices Scorpio, 888, and 883 multitrack field recorders
  • Four TA3F mini-XLR inputs provide eight channels of AES3 input connectivity
  • Connects directly to your recorder's expansion port
  • Rugged milled aluminum enclosure ensures long-lasting durability
  • Once installed, the XL-AES appears in the Channel Input Source menu with all other possible input sources
  • Any of the eight audio channels from the XL-AES may be routed to any channel on the recorder
  • Includes hardware for secure installation
UPC: 854454006589

Sound Devices XL-AES Specs

Inputs
4 x TA3F Mini-XLR AES3 Inputs
Outputs
1 x Proprietary Multipin Connector
Impedance
110 Ohms
Sensitivity
200 mV or Higher Accepted
Power Requirement
Powered via Connection to Host Mixer/Recorder
Enclosure Material
Aluminum
Dimensions
1.0 x 3.1 x 2.4" / 2.6 x 7.9 x 6.1 cm
Weight
4.3 oz / 122 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.395 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.8 x 3.3 x 2.3"

Sound Devices XL-AES Reviews

A screw on cable would have been more useful

By James
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2023-05-09

Easy to attach and shows up on recorder menu instantly. It's not a good design for bag use because it awkwardly protrudes from the top of the unit blocking space for wireless.

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Does the XL-AES allow the 833 to record more than ...

Does the XL-AES allow the 833 to record more than 8 channels?
Asked by: James
Yes, Now that the +4 plug-in has been released. If purchased, the XL-AES does add 8 balanced physical inputs to the original 6. +4 plug-in Brings the total isolated channels to 12, you now have the physical inputs to back it up.
Answered by: Alvin
Date published: 2022-11-28
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