Sound Devices 8-Series firmware v8.50

Sound Devices · Released Sep 27, 2021 · First seen Jul 20, 2026

v8.50 is not the latest firmware for the Sound Devices 8-Series: the current version is v11.01 (September 24, 2025). Go to v11.01

What's in this update

Note: To ensure best performance, always run the latest version of 8-Series firmware wi​th the latest version of SD-Remote.

New

SuperSlot support for the Shure ADX5D when connected to the 8-Series via SL-2 or the Scorpio via SL-6.

Use the 8-Series interface to set frequency, start and view RF scans, view RF history, edit parameters and menu items, and more.

New RF History Leve​ls menu for the Wisycom MCR54 with options for viewing RSSI or Link Margin.

Change

Rare events where SL-2 or XL-AES audio unexpectedly mutes no longer occur. SL-2/SL-6 Use Transmitter Names menu is now called Use Wireless Names. Audio Ltd A10-RX and Shure ADX5D support this feature.

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