Sound Devices HX-3

Portable Headphone Distribution Amplifier

Description

Sound Devices HX-3 Key Features List

  • Three isolated headphone outputs with individual volume controls.
  • 125 dB dynamic range with flat frequency response.
  • Durable 1/4-inch connectors, panel-mounted for strength.
  • Stereo or mono monitoring.
  • Peak LED indicates headphone overload.
  • Two balanced XLR line-level inputs or unbalanced 1/4-inch and 1/8-inch stereo inputs.
  • Loop Output to connect additional HX-3’s in series.
  • All-metal connectors solidly mounted to the chassis for durability and RF immunity.
  • Free from “Pin-1” grounding problems.
  • Internal battery-power for up to 18 hours from two AA alkaline batteries.
  • Chassis-isolated 5 to 18 VDC input for easy external DC powering.
  • Power LED indicates low battery power.
  • High strength, extruded aluminum chassis with protective metal end panels.

The HX-3: Portable Headphone Distribution Amplifier

The compact HX-3 Headphone Distribution Amplifier is the perfect accessory to quickly provide three high-performance stereo headphone feeds with individual level controls from line-level sources. The HX-3 can produce very high headphone levels with extremely low noise and distortion.

Great for Radio, TV, Film, and Music Productions

The HX-3 accepts balanced XLR line-level inputs or unbalanced 1/4-inch and 1/8-inch stereo inputs. Its 1/4-inch loop-out can connect multiple HX-3’s for additional headphone outputs. Headphones are connected to panel-mounted 1/4-inch stereo connectors.

The HX-3 has a durable aluminum chassis to withstand the punishment of field and studio environments. The unit is powered by inexpensive batteries (two-AA) or external 5-18 VDC.

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The HX-3 can add headphone outputs to the 552302MM-1, and USBPre-2.

One-year standard warranty turns into two-years upon registration.
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What’s in the box:

  • HX-3 Headphone Amplifier
  • Headphone adapter cable (1⁄4 inch to 1⁄8 inch)
  • Coaxial female power connector
  • 4 Adhesive rubber “bumpers”