Unicorn Films offers the Sound Devices 664, a flagship bag mixer/recorder trusted on professional sets for its clean preamps, robust routing, and reliable dual-media recording. With six transformerless mic/line XLR inputs featuring analog peak limiters, sweepable high-pass filters, and pan controls, it delivers pristine, controlled dialogue capture. Inputs 1 and 6 can accept AES digital, while direct outs can be reassigned to create line inputs 7–12 for complex productions or CL‑6 expansion workflows.
The 664’s integrated 16‑track recorder captures ISOs for all inputs plus L/R and aux buses to CompactFlash and SD simultaneously, supporting 16/24‑bit Broadcast WAV and MP3 for transcription. A high‑accuracy Ambient timecode generator/reader ensures frame‑accurate sync across multi‑camera shoots, with jam, compare, and metadata tools built in. Three stereo returns (A/B/C) provide confidence monitoring from cameras/recorders, and flexible output options cover balanced XLR, dual 10‑pin, TA3, and AES3 for multi‑camera and hop rigs.
Designed for fast operation on location, the 664 features dedicated front‑panel controls for trims, faders, filters, and transport, with a clear LCD interface for deeper routing and arming. It runs from external DC via locking Hirose with AA battery backup, and its rugged metal chassis is ready for demanding field conditions. From narrative and documentary to ENG and branded content, the 664 offers dependable, high‑headroom mixing, comprehensive routing, and redundant recording in a compact, production‑proven package.
Rent the Sound Devices 664 from Unicorn Films for clean preamps, robust routing, and redundant, dual‑media capture on professional location sound.
| Feature | Specification | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Inputs | 6× XLR mic/line (1–6) with limiters, HPF, pan; 6× line inputs (7–12) | Clean ISOs with additional line I/O for complex sets |
| Digital Inputs | AES on inputs 1 & 6 (selectable) | Direct digital from compatible sources |
| Recorder | 16‑track: ISOs 1–12 + L, R, X1, X2 | Full multitrack plus mix/aux stems |
| Media / Formats | CF and SD (simultaneous); BWF 16/24‑bit; MP3 option | Redundant, professional file workflows |
| Sampling Rates | Standard production rates (e.g., 44.1/48/96kHz) | Compatibility across post pipelines |
| Timecode | Integrated generator/reader; jam & compare | Accurate A/V sync on multi‑cam shoots |
| Output Buses | L/R mains + Aux X1, X2 | Feeds for camera, IFB, mix‑minus |
| Main Outputs | Balanced XLR; dual 10‑pin Hirose; TA3; AES3 selectable | Flexible, multi‑camera connectivity |
| Returns | 3× stereo returns (A/B/C) | Confidence monitoring of camera/recorder |
| Limiters / HPF | Analog peak limiters; sweepable HPF per input | Overload protection and rumble control |
| Power | 10–18V DC via Hirose; 5× AA backup | Reliable field power redundancy |
| Construction | All‑metal chassis | Rugged for location work |
| Approx. Size/Weight | About 2.1 × 12.6 × 7.8 in; ~4.75 lb (without batteries) | Bag‑friendly footprint |
Up to 16 tracks total: ISOs for inputs 1–12 plus L, R, X1, and X2.
Yes, simultaneous recording to CF and SD for redundancy.
Yes, it has an integrated generator/reader with jam and compare functions.
Yes, main outputs can be set to AES3, and inputs 1/6 can accept AES.
Three stereo returns (A/B/C) for monitoring camera/recorder feeds.
