MixPre → 833 Upgrade: Why I Made the Switch

Time to upgrade to the 8 Series! More Videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRetTs0Osqn0GMRwSsp0iSUlkZTbtH0LC I’ve been using the Sound Devices MixPre-10 II for years, and it genuinely changed my career. It helped me become a full-time freelance location sound mixer. But after a lot of real-world work — corporate, documentary, and live broadcast — it was finally time to upgrade. In this video, I’m breaking down why I moved from the MixPre-10 II to the Sound Devices 833, focusing on physical differences, controls, workflow, and real-world usability — not just specs on paper. This isn’t about gear envy or upgrading too early. I talk honestly about when upgrading actually makes sense, how long I waited, and what problems the 833 solves for the work I’m doing right now. In this video: * Physical comparison: MixPre-10 II vs 833 * Inputs, outputs, power, and media differences * Touchscreen vs physical controls * Why trim knobs, buses, and outputs matter in real jobs * Live broadcast needs (ESPN / sports / panels) * Why compressors, EQ, and per-channel limiters mattered for me * Redundancy and triple-record safety * Advice for freelancers wondering when to upgrade