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PreSonus StudioLive AR8c 8 Channel 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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Product Specifications

PreSonus 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: 0˚ to 40˚ Celsius / 32˚ to 104˚ Fahrenheit
  • Dimensions (HxWxD): 3.5 x 11 x 12.3 inches
  • Weight: 7.1 lbs (3.2 kg)

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