{"product_id":"presonus-studiolive-ar16c-recording-mixer-and-usb-audio-interface-16-channels","title":"PreSonus StudioLive AR16c Recording Mixer and USB Audio Interface, 16 Channels","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAudio recording made easy.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon’t let the classic analog mixer design fool you—the StudioLive® AR16c was built to record. With a pristine analog front-end, 12 high-gain XMAX mic preamps, and an 18x4 24-bit, 96 kHz, USB-C compatible USB 2.0 audio interface, its hybrid design makes it simple to record studio productions and mix live shows from a single intuitive console. Add in a musical 3-band analog EQ, mic\/line boost for low-level vintage synths and broadcast microphones, all-new digital effects with rich reverbs and lush delays, Bluetooth® connectivity, and a stereo SD recorder... and you have a mixing and recording powerhouse that fulfills the needs of both modern musicians and content creators.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA full-featured audio interface.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe StudioLive AR16c audio interface operates at up to 96 kHz for high-definition mixing and recording. Record each of the 16 inputs, plus the main mix for even more flexible recording options. Play back up to four streams for monitoring previously recorded tracks—plus a click. Twelve lauded XMAX mic preamps provide all the gain you need to capture even the most subtle details without adding any extra noise. The analog mixer front-end makes connecting your gear to your computer intuitive, and creating monitor mixes is quick and easy. With a USB-C™ compatible connection, your StudioLive AR16c is ready to use as an audio interface for nearly any computer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe channel that does it all… even Bluetooth connectivity!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unique Super Channel can handle four stereo sources at once and makes it easy to integrate consumer devices into your studio workflow. Connect a turntable to the RCA inputs, use the ⅛-inch stereo input to plug-in your smartphone, or forget the cable and connect it via Bluetooth wireless technology. You can also toggle between a stereo playback stream from your computer and playback from the onboard SD recorder, making rehearsal a snap.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA complete recording solution for studio and stage.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe StudioLive AR16c audio interface and analog mixer is tightly integrated with state-of-the-art recording software to help you realize your creative vision. Record multitrack live performances with one click thanks to PreSonus’ Capture™ live-recording software. Create complete studio productions with our award-winning Studio One® Artist DAW. With two professional recording applications included with your StudioLive AR16c, you’re ready to record right out of the box.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStereo recording without a computer.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImagine you’re rehearsing with your band and want to record your session to analyze later. Or perhaps you’re in the middle of a songwriting session and want to capture your ideas as quickly as they come to you. Either way, the StudioLive AR16c’s stereo SD recorder has you covered. Insert any SD\/SDHC card and you’re ready to record your main mix to listen to later, so you’ll never forget a great song idea or an amazing guitar solo. Doing mobile interviews for your podcast? Leave the computer at home and record straight to SD.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEffects without latency.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonitoring with reverb and delay helps to create better recordings. Any vocalist or guitarist will tell you that a little reverb makes them feel more comfortable while performing. The StudioLive AR16c mixer’s onboard effects processor lets you add high-quality reverb, delay, or chorus to any channel for a professional monitor mix. Like what you hear in your headphones? Record the Main Mix and capture the effects mix, too—with or without the dry channels—to blend with your multitrack recording. Experiment in post-production to your heart's content.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAll the connections you need with a familiar look.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked with all the connections and controls needed to mix and record in the studio and on the stage, the StudioLive AR16c is the ultimate recording solution. The eight mono channels and four stereo channels include a musical three-band EQ, plus one of PreSonus’ famed XMAX high-gain mic preamps. Two dedicated monitor mixes with balanced outputs provide your musicians the custom mix they need. The USB-C compatible connector ensures your StudioLive AR16c audio interface will be the center of your studio for years to come. And with high-resolution 96 kHz recording, a full complement of connections, and an instantly familiar workflow, the StudioLive AR16c is the perfect recording and mixing solution for the modern musician and content creator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecording\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18x4 24-bit\/96 kHz, USB 2.0 (over USB-C™ connection) audio recording interface\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecord every channel plus the main mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2x2 SD recorder to capture the main mix\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports SD™ and SDHD™ formats up to 32 GB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMixing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18-channel analog mixer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 balanced microphone inputs with XMAX mic preamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 insert points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 instrument\/line inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 balanced line level inputs:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 mono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 stereo pairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStereo Super Channel (Ch. 17\/18) with Bluetooth 5.0 input, RCA inputs, 1\/8-inch stereo input, and switchable SD\/USB stereo playback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 mono and 4 stereo channels, each with level knob, pan, mute, PFL solo, highpass filter, and 3-band semi-parametric EQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 monitor buses with dedicated channel sends, AFL solo, and balanced TRS output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eL\/R Control Room outputs with level control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphone output with level control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSignal Processing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighpass filter on every channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-band quasi-parametric EQ with sweepable mid-band on each mono channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-band semi-parametric EQ on each stereo channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStereo effects processor with 16 presets, dedicated send and return, and bypass footswitch jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMic\/line boost on stereo channels for low-level input sources and consumer devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: inherit; font-family: Lato, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue Light', 'Helvetica Light', 'Arial Light', Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eIncluded Software\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapture™ live multitrack recording software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudio One \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist recording and production software (DAW)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStudio Magic plug-in suite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePower\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard IEC power connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhysical\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSturdy metal construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60 mm faders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRackmount kit included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eComputer system requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelow are the minimum computer-system requirements for use with Capture™ and Studio One®.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMac\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emacOS® 10.11 or higher (64-bit only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntel\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e Core™ 2 Duo processor (Intel Core i3 or faster recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWindows\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWindows® 7 x64 SP1 + platform update, Windows 8.1 x64, Windows 10 x64\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntel Core 2 Duo (Intel Core i3 or faster recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMac and Windows Systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 GB hard-drive space (Studio One)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal or external 7200 RPM storage drive highly recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor with 1366x768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe minimum system requirements may differ for DAWs other than Studio One®. Please check the requirements for your DAW of choice with its manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote that the speed of your processor, amount of RAM and size and speed of your hard drive will greatly affect the overall performance of your recording system. Also, a more powerful system (faster processor with more RAM) will allow for lower latency (signal delay) than you might experience while monitoring audio signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a commitment to constant improvement, PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc., reserves the right to change any specification stated herein, at any time, without notification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMicrophone Preamp\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: XLR Female, Class A XMAX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Input level (unity gain): +9 dBu ±1.0 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain Control Range: 43 dB (+12 to +55 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response to Analog Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5\/-1.5 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response to USB (Direct): 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5\/- 1.5 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS\/N Ratio to Outputs (+4 dBu): 94 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTHD+N (min. gain, A-wtd): \u0026lt; 0.01%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Impedance: 1 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEIN (+55 dB gain, 150Ω input, 20 Hz-22 kHz, A-wtd): Mono Channels: \u0026lt; 128 dBu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Mode Rejection Ratio (1 kHz, +55 dB gain): 65 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhantom Power: +48V, ±3V, Global\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: All Channel Inputs sum through Mic preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstrument Inputs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: ¼” TS Female, Unbalanced, Hi-Z\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Input Level (min. gain, 1 kHz@0.5% THD+N): +9 dBu ±1.0 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain Control Range: 43 dB, ±1 dB (+12 to +55 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response to Analog Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5\/-1.5 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response to USB (Direct): 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5\/-1.5 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic Range (min. gain, A-wtd): \u0026gt; 105 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic Range (mid. 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