PreSonus StudioLive AR8c 8 Channel Hybrid Digital Analog USB Mixer

PreSonus StudioLive AR8c 8 Channel Hybrid Digital Analog USB Mixer

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    PreSonus designed the StudioLive AR8c USB-C 8-channel hybrid mixer with impeccable recording quality and an easy to use layout with all the features needed to get a great sound, and nothing you don’t need! This is quite possibly the best choice for musicians or anyone who wants a board that makes it simple to mix and record live shows, studio productions, band rehearsals, podcasts, and much more. Lightweight, versatile, feature-rich, and packed with analog connections and digital tools, yet easy to learn and use!

    Mix with PreSonus’ famous Class A preamps and three-band EQ. Create multitrack recordings and fly in backing tracks with a 24-bit, 96 kHz, USB 2.0 digital audio interface (USB-C connection). Record and playback in stereo with the integrated SD digital recorder. Stream program music wirelessly, using onboard Bluetooth 5.0. With a wide variety of connections, two ways to record, and a simple, elegant mixing surface, the StudioLive AR8c USB-C will quickly become the heart of your live and studio sound systems.

    Studio Magic
    PreSonus includes the incredible Studio Magic Suite of software, a retail value of over $1,000, putting incredibly powerful creation tools and sounds at your fingertips! The 2020 Studio Magic is a major step up from the 2019 edition, and includes Ableton Live Lite, tutorials from Melodics, 6 virtual instruments, and 9 effects plug-ins in VST, AU, and AAX formats...all unlocked for use inside Studio One Artist. That means you'll have a broader assortment of spellcasting ingredients for Studio One straight out of the box!

    PreSonus StudioLive AR8c 8 Channel USB Mixer Features
    • Studio Magic software suite included (over $1,000 value)
    • 2 mono and 2 stereo channels, each with level knob, pan, mute, PFL solo, highpass filter, and 3-band semi-parametric EQ
    • 2 instrument inputs, 8 balanced line inputs, and 4 balanced mic inputs with Class A microphone preamps
    • 1 stereo Super Channel (Ch. 7/8) with RCA inputs, 1/8-inch stereo input, switchable SD/USB stereo playback, and Bluetooth 5.0 input
    • 1 monitor bus with dedicated channel sends, AFL solo, and balanced TRS output
    • 1 stereo effects processor with 16 presets, dedicated send and return, and bypass footswitch jack
    • 8x4 24-bit/96 kHz, USB 2.0 audio recording interface; record every channel plus the main mix
    • 2x2 SD recorder (record main mix); supports SD and HCSD formats up to 32 GB
    • L/R Control Room outputs and headphone output with dedicated level controls
    • Global 48V phantom power
    • Complete recording solution: Includes Capture live-recording software and Studio One Artist DAW for Mac and Windows
    • Optional rackmount kit available
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    PreSonus StudioLive AR8c 8 Channel USB Mixer Specifications

    Item #:PRS SLMAR8C
    Manufacturer Part Number:2779200103
    UPC:673454008627
    Product SpecificationsPreSonus StudioLive AR8c 8 Channel USB Mixer Specifications
    • Microphone Preamp:
      • Type: XLR Female, Class A XMAX
      • Gain Control Range: 43 dB (+12 to +55 dB)
      • Frequency Response to Analog Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
      • Frequency Response to USB (Direct): 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/- 1.5 dB
      • S/N Ratio to Outputs (+4 dBu): 94 dB
      • THD+N (min. gain, A-wtd): < 0.01%
      • Input Impedance: 1 kΩ
      • Phantom Power: +48V, ±3V, Global
      • Note All Channel Inputs sum through Mic preamp
    • Instrument Inputs:
      • Type: 1/4 inch TS Female, Unbalanced, Hi-Z
      • Maximum Input Level (min. gain, 1 kHz@0.5% THD+N): +9 dBu ±1.0 dB
      • Gain Control Range: 43 dB, ±1 dB (+12 to +55 dB)
      • Frequency Response to Analog Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
      • Frequency Response to USB (Direct): 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
      • Dynamic Range (min. gain, A-wtd): > 105 dB
      • Dynamic Range (mid. Gain, unwtd): > 108 dB
    • Line Inputs:
      • Type: 1/4 inch TRS Female, Balanced
      • Maximum Input Level (min. gain, 1 kHz@0.5% THD+N): +26 dBu ±1.0 dB
      • Gain Control Range:
        • Mono Channels: 40 dB, ±1 dB (-5 to +35 dB)
        • Stereo Channels: 0 dB or +10 dB (+10 dB Boost)
      • Frequency Response to Analog Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
      • Frequency Response to USB (Direct): 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
      • S/N Ratio to Analog Outputs (+4 dBu): 85 dB
    • Main, Control Room, Monitor, and FX Outputs:
      • Type (Main Outputs): XLR Male, Impedance Balanced
      • Type (Control Room, Monitor, FX Outputs): ¼” TRS Female, Balanced
      • Rated Output Level (Main Outputs): +24 dBu, ±1.0 dB
      • Rated Outputs Level (Control Room, Monitor, FX Outputs): +18 dBu
      • Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
      • Dynamic Range (A-wtd): > 108 dB
    • Headphone Output:
      • Type: 1/4 inch TRS Female, Stereo, Unbalanced
      • Maximum Output Level: 150 mW/channel @ 60 Ω
      • Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
      • Dynamic Range (A-wtd): > 103 dB
      • THD+N (Bandwidth 20 Hz - 20 kHz, -1 dBFS, unwtd): < 0.01%
    • System Crosstalk:
      • Input to Output (Ref = +4dBu, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, unwtd): -90 dBu
      • Adjacent Channels (Ref = +4 dBu, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, unwtd): -85 dBu
    • Signal Level LED:
      • Signal: -30 dBFS (pre-EQ)
      • Clip: -3.0 dB before clip (pre- or post-EQ)
    • Channel EQ:
      • Low Cut: 100 Hz, -18 dB/Octave
      • High Shelving: ±15 dB @ 10 kHz
      • Mid Peaking (Mono Channels): ±15 dB @ 140 Hz to 3.5 kHz (variable)
      • Mid Peaking (Stereo Channels): ±15 dB @ 2.5 kHz
      • Mid-Band Q: Boost 1.0, Cut: 2.5
      • Low Shelving: ±15 dB @ 100 Hz
    • Digital Audio:
      • Host Interface: USB 2.0
      • ADC Dynamic Range (Component): 114 dB
      • ADC Dynamic Range (Measured: A-wtd, 48 kHz): 105 dB
      • DAC Dynamic Range (Component): 114 dB
      • DAC Dynamic Range (Measured: A-wtd, 48 kHz): 105 dB
      • Signal-to-Noise (a-weighted): -96 dB
      • Bit Depth: 24-bit
      • Internally Supported Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz
      • Jitter: < 80 ps RMS (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
      • Jitter Attenuation: > 60 dB (1 ns in => 1 ps out)
    • SD Recorder: 
      • Supported Media Format: FAT16 formatted SD card, FAT32 formatted SDHC card
      • Media Storage Capacity: SD card, 2 GB; SDHC card: 32 GB
      • Recording File Format: Stereo WAV
      • Playback File Formats: Stereo WAV, MP3 (96-320 kbs, 32 / 44.1 / 48 kHz)
      • Sampling Rate (WAV): 44.1 kHz
    • Bit Depth:
      • Recording: 24-bit
      • Playback: 16- or 24-bit
    • Power/Environmental:
      • Connector: IEC
      • Input Voltage Range: 90 to 240 VAC
      • Recommended Ambient Operating Temperature: 0Ëš to 40Ëš Celsius / 32Ëš to 104Ëš Fahrenheit
    • Dimensions (HxWxD): 3.5 x 11 x 12.3 inches
    • Weight: 7.1 lbs (3.2 kg)

    Customer Reviews

    Based on 4 reviews
    Bassbull 🇺🇸
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    Make sure to purchase a SDHC 2x2 card. Unfortunately it does not come with the unit I purchased a 33

    I’ve owned many different mixers over the years, but I will say that Presonus got it right. First off it’s sturdy built. After plugging my mic, guitar, keyboard and drum tracks it sounded fantastic thru my PA system. The benefit is being able to record onto the SD card is a big plus. It’s just a sha...

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    05/18/20
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    Steve 🇺🇸
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    Both utilitarian and modern

    Borrowed one from a friend a couple months ago and loved how solid and bulky it felt and the quality behind the preamps, so I decided to buy one of mine, which I've had for two months now. I really love how rich it is packed with features like the bluetooth and SD card, which i've used for practice ...

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    04/15/20
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