PreSonus StudioLive AR8c 8-Channel Analog Mixer

Description

With its instantly familiar analogue mixer design, the StudioLive AR8c is the easiest way to record podcasts, live streams, and music productions. Featuring a pristine analogue front end with four high-gain XMAX mic preamps and an 8×4, 24-bit, 96 kHz, USB-C-compatible USB 2.0 audio interface, the StudioLive AR8cs hybrid design makes it simple to mix and record. Add in tools like a musical 3-band analogue EQ, mic/line boost for low-level input sources and consumer devices, Bluetooth connectivity, a stereo SD recorder, and high-impedance instruments inputs, and you have a broadcasting and recording powerhouse that fulfils the needs of modern musicians and content creators.

Features:

• 8×4 24-bit/96 kHz, USB 2.0 (over USB-C connection) audio recording interface; record every channel plus the main mix
• 2×2 SD recorder (record main mix); supports SD and SDHC formats up to 32 GB
• 4 balanced microphone inputs with XMAX mic preamps, 2 instrument/line inputs, and 2 pairs of stereo-balanced line inputs
• Stereo Super Channel (Ch. 7/8) with Bluetooth0 wireless, RCA inputs, 1/8-inch stereo input, and switchable SD/USB stereo playback
• Stereo effects processor with 16 presets, dedicated send and return, and bypass footswitch jack
• Complete recording solution: Includes Capture live-recording software and Studio One Artist DAW for Mac and Windows

Specifications:

• Voltage: 100-120V
• Connection Type: IEC
• Mic Preamp Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
• Phantom Power: +48V, 3V, Global
• Line Inputs Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
• Main and Line Out Dynamic Range: >108 dB (A-wtd)
• Bit Depth: 24
• Sample Rate: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, or 192 (kHz)
• System Requirements: Windows 10 20H1 (64-bit only) or Windows 11 (64-bit only), macOS version 10.14 or later, 200 MB storage space and 4 GB RAM for Universal Control (required for firmware updates and low-latency ASIO support)
• Includes: One – PreSonus StudioLive AR8c Analog Mixer, 1m USB Cable, IEC Power Cord, Quick Start Guide
• Dimensions: 11″ (W) x 7.1 (H) x 12.3 (L)
• Weight: 3.2 kg