NAB 2026 – Sound Devices Showcases Astral Mini Plus, Astral v8.30 Firmware, and Viviana Cloud Integration

Team to demonstrate enhanced features for live, broadcast, and integration uses

New Astral Mini Plus compact wireless transmitters feature 8+ hours battery life, extended 169-1525 MHz tuning range, IP67 water resistance, and streamlined workflow.
V8.30 Firmware Update adds SoundBase integration to AstralComm allowing streamlined RF coordination and operation
Viviana Cloud Integration 888 and Scorpio now including auto-upload to Frame.io.

LAS VEGAS, NV, April 16, 2026 — Sound Devices [Central Hall - Booth #6708] will be debuting Astral Mini Plus, the brand’s newest compact wireless transmitter pack at the 2026 NAB Show from April 18-22 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Sound Devices team will demonstrate Mini Plus’s new features, alongside the latest updates to the Astral firmware, including AstralComm integration with SoundBase, the universal platform for professional wireless audio frequency coordination and management, and 8-Series integration with the Viviana Cloud system.

“As production environments continue to evolve, our focus remains on supporting the core workflows of location sound, broadcast, and live production with tools built to perform at the highest level,” said Matt Anderson, CEO of Sound Devices. “The launch of Astral Mini Plus, along with continued firmware development and deeper software integrations, reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality solutions that professionals can rely on and that continue to improve over time.”

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Enhanced performance and features for one of the most trusted wireless ecosystems in the industry
The new Astral Mini Plus wireless transmitter builds on the proven success of its lineage with a familiar ergonomic form factor and rugged performance while also adding 8+ hours battery life, full 169-1525 MHz global tuning range, IP67 water resistance, and improved usability features for faster setup times and seamless operation. These new features ensure the Mini Plus will provide dynamic, crystal-clear audio throughout the most challenging location sound and broadcast productions.

Sound Devices has also added a set of new features to its entire Astral Wireless range with the new v8.30 firmware update – which streamlines Astral’s workflow with more flexible routing options and full AstralComm integration with SoundBase. The latter gives engineers a simpler way to monitor and adjust Astral Wireless devices during coordination including changing frequencies, renaming transmitters, and other live management tools keeping essential information visible and easy to access.

Finally, the Sound Devices team will also be demonstrating 8-Series integration with the upcoming Viviana Cloud Box 2. For our 8-Series Mixer-Recorders this enables an instant upload feature to the cloud of your choice - providing a more streamlined workflow and additional backup during critical shoots.

About Sound Devices:
For more than 25 years, Sound Devices has created premier audio equipment that helps sound professionals capture superior audio. The company's products have been used for an array of applications, from award-winning feature films and television shows, to live events, houses of worship, and educational applications. Sound Devices designs, assembles, and supports its products at their Reedsburg, Wisconsin, headquarters and their Madison, Wisconsin, and Rickmansworth, UK, offices.

For more information, visit www.sounddevices.com.