The STR-MP3Stealth ii from Strut is a small-footprint, lightweight field case custom-designed to fit the Sound Devices MixPre-3 II recorder. Sporting sewn-on rain cover with a clear vinyl window that can be easily rolled back, this case is ideal for efficient location work.

This case features a padded main compartment for the recorder, as well as a battery compartment for large L-style sleds, USB-C power banks, and NP1, and a rear slip pocket for a small notepad or the rain top. A double belt loop and additional MOLLE-style harness attachment points allow for easy use with four-point audio harness systems. The USA-made STR-MP3 includes a convenient shoulder strap.

Custom Fit for MixPre-3 II Recorder    Clear Vinyl Rain Cover    Modified MOLLE Attachment System    Padded Main Compartment    Cable/Headphone Caddy    Left & Right Attachment Points for Cable    Boot Zippers for Easy Access    Double Belt Loop    Lightweight, Waterproof 1000D Cordura    Includes Shoulder Strap

This case is constructed from lightweight, waterproof 1000D domestic Cordura fabric. Along with dustproof protection, this case provides plenty of protection for your recorder in a wide range of environments while remaining easy to carry with a small footprint.

The rain top sports a clear window for easy view of your devices. The fabric helps shield ambient light and the window is made from high-grade, marine-quality clear vinyl.

The battery wrap closure accommodates four and eight AA sleds, NP-F sled options, NP-1, Remote Audio, and various USB-C power options. The two-piece wrap results in a neat battery cover that leaves ends open if wiring is needed. Interior hook-and-loop fasteners secure the batteries in place.

The side allows for easy access to your recorder I/O as well as a caddy for headphones and cables

• Hook-and-loop fasteners secure the rain top/travel cover
• Left and right hook-and-loop boots to seal around cables
• Left and right boot zippers for checking connections, plugging in headphones, adjusting volume, and other quiet mid-production changes
• The boot also has hook-and-loop sealing capability with a flip top

Sold separately, the optional STR-STEALTHPKT ii2 removable pocket features quiet zipper closure to keep small items or can be fully opened to reveal clip-on webs for up to two small receivers, and has its own belt loops along with MOLLE style attachment straps. This removable front pocket allows you to take full advantage of the stealthy nature of the Sound Devices MixPre-3 without the added bulk of a pocket when you don't need one.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this have interchangeable batteries?

A: Yes, the Zoom F3 Portable Field Recorder can be powered via two AA single-use alkaline batteries, or rechargeable Lithium or NiMH rechargeable batteries. It can also operate using a Zoom AD-17 power adapter or a USB Type-C battery pack which are both available separately.

Q: 2. Will this also fit a MixPre-3 first gen?

A: Yes, the Strut STR-MP3 Stealth ii Custom-Fit Field Case for MixPre-3 II is also compatible with the MixPre-3 I.

Q: 3. Does this work with the Sony Battery Sled?

A: Multi-battery flexibility accommodates 4 and 8 x AA sleds, L-Series sled options, plus NP-1, Remote Audio, and various USB-C type power options

Q: 4. Can you use this to make a soundboard recording? I'm trying to plug into the soundboard to record a band?

A: Yes, the Zoom F3 can record line-level input from a mixer.

Q: 5. The title said for mixpre-6 but the bottom option said for mixpre-3. So which is the right one?

A: B&H # STRMP6 is the correct catalog code for the Strut STR-MP6 Custom-Fit Field Case for Sound Devices MixPre-6.

Q: 6. Does the pocket that holds four G3 receivers have an exit point for the cables that leads to the main compartment? Id like to use the pocket for the receivers without any cabling outside the bag.

A: The Strut bag for the MixPre-6 has a slot in the back of the pocket so you can route the cables to the inputs within the bag. Id assume the MixPre-3 bag is the same but you want to confirm. Overal Ive been very happy with this bag.

Q: 7. Does this bag fits the MixPre 6 II?

A: Yes the Strut STR-MP6 Custom-Fit Field Case for Sound Devices MixPre-6 is compatible with the MixPre-6-II

Q: 8. How much does it weigh?

A: The manufacturer has not provided the weight of the Strut STR-MP6 Custom-Fit Field Case by itself. The shipping weight (including the packaged case is listed as 0.75 lbs., which is 12 oz. (340.2 g).

Q: 9. What is the recommended micro sd card for the zoom f3?

A: You can use a memory card like the SanDisk 64GB Extreme UHS-I microSDXC Memory Card (B&H # SAEMSD64GBG) with the Zoom F3 Portable Field Recorder for approximately 11 hours and 34 minutes of recording time in WAV format at 32-bit / 192 kHz.

Q: 10. Can I use this for the mixpre 3 just using the extra room for storage for maybe another anker battery pack?

A: You can but the MixPre 3 will have more room to move around since the pocket to hold it well be an inch or so bigger.