Perfect for live performances, podcasts, and more, the PreSonus StudioLive AR16C USB-C is an 18-channel USB recording mixer. It features Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and a sample rate of 24-bit 96 kHz. The AR16C USB-C mixer is a versatile all-in-one solution for recording and mixing audio. Its compact and sturdy construction makes it suitable for both live and studio applications. The USB-C connectivity ensures optimal performance with high-speed data transference. The mixer also has built-in wireless Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, allowing you to pair it with your phone and stream music for backing tracks or break music. Additionally, the AR16C features a 2×2 SD stereo recorder for capturing live performances and comes with a range of digital effects.
Perfect for podcasts, live performances, and more, the PreSonus StudioLive AR16C provides an excellent balance between analog performance and modern advancements. It is a highly versatile recording and mixing unit with a range of quality components. The mixer’s design is ergonomic and simple, providing easy access to all controls. The larger rotary knobs for the main level controls allow for precise level adjustments. With 14 channels, each with a 3-band EQ (excluding the Super Channel), including both stereo and mono channels, the mixer offers flexibility in recording from various equipment. It also features mic and line inputs, allowing direct recording from the mixer. The StudioLive AR16C includes 48V Phantom Power for recording compatible devices like condenser microphones. The mixer incorporates rotary controls for Solo, Master Control Room, Phones, FX Monitoring, Main, and more.
Combining modern innovations with a classic mixer layout, the PreSonus StudioLive AR16C mixer features built-in Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. This wireless connection allows you to pair your phone or other Bluetooth-enabled device with the mixer, enabling wireless music streaming for breaks, backing tracks, and other applications. This feature is especially useful for practice bands and rehearsals, as it allows you to learn songs or play backing tracks directly from your mobile device. The mixer also includes a Super Channel (stereo channel 13/14) that can connect up to four stereo analog and digital sources simultaneously. This versatile channel allows you to use a variety of devices with your mixer, such as playing stereo audio from the onboard SD recorder or your USB-connected computer.
One of the standout features of the PreSonus StudioLive AR16C is its 2×2 SD recorder. This recorder allows you to record your live performances directly from the mixer to an SD card. This convenient feature eliminates the need for complicated setups and provides high-quality stereo recordings with ease. It is perfect for bands that want to record live performances on the go, whether at venues or during practices. The SD recorder also allows you to play up to 32 GB of MP3 or WAV files, enabling you to stream backing tracks directly from the mixer. This is particularly useful for smaller bands or those looking to add digital instrumentation to enhance their performances.
In addition to its wide range of digital components, the AR16C mixer features built-in digital effects. It includes 16 digital effects, ranging from Reverbs to Delays, allowing you to add high-quality effects to your mix effortlessly. The internal stereo effects processor delivers premium-quality sound, adding subtle reverbs to emulating acoustically treated rooms for a warmer and more intimate tone. The effects feature a return, master level fader, and a dedicated monitor send, giving you control over the level of effects in your main and monitor mixes. You can also bypass the effects using a footswitch (not included) for additional mixing options.
The StudioLive AR16C mixer comes complete with a comprehensive software bundle. It includes the Capture recording software and Studio One Artist software. The Capture software allows you to capture multi-track stereo recordings with one-click recording capabilities directly from the mixer. It simplifies the process of recording live performances by allowing you to record multi-track audio files effortlessly. The Studio One Artist software is a digital audio workstation that facilitates editing, recording, mixing, collaboration, and mastering audio recordings with ease. With its range of digital effects and free software bundle, the StudioLive AR16C is ideal for various live recording and mixing applications.
The mixer features 18 channels, comprising 8 mono and 4 stereo channels, as well as a stereo Super Channel (Ch. 17/18). It includes 2 monitor buses with PFL solo, a stereo effects bus, a stereo effects return, 2 instrument inputs, 16 balanced line inputs, and 2 unbalanced inserts. Additionally, it offers 12 balanced mic inputs with Class A microphone preamp, global 48V phantom power, a stereo Super Channel with stereo RCA inputs, and a 1/8 stereo input. The mixer has switchable SD/USB stereo playback, XLR main outputs, 2 balanced TRS monitor outputs, and a balanced TRS effects output. It also features a control room output with level control, a headphone output with level control, a high-pass filter on every channel, and a 3-band semi-parametric EQ on all stereo channels. The mono channels include a 3-band semi-parametric EQ with a sweepable mid-band. The AR16C also comes with a stereo effects processor with 16 presets. It functions as an 18×4 24-bit/96 kHz USB 2.0 audio recording interface and includes a 2×2 SD recorder. The mixer is powered by an internal power supply and has a sturdy metal construction with 60 mm faders. It can be optionally rack-mounted using a rackmount kit (not included).
The system requirements for the mixer are as follows:
– For Mac: Mac OS X 10.8.5 or higher, Intel Core 2 Duo processor (Intel Core i3 or faster recommended), 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended), 30 GB hard-drive space for Studio One, internal or external 7200 RPM storage drive highly recommended, monitor with 1366×768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended).
– For Windows: Windows 7 x64/x86 SP1 + platform update, Windows 8.1 x64/x86, Windows 10 x64/x86, Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon X2 processor (Intel Core i3 or AMD Athlon X4 or faster recommended), 30 GB hard-drive space for Studio One, internal or external 7200 RPM storage drive highly recommended, monitor with 1366×768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended).
The product code for the PreSonus StudioLive AR16C is SLAR16C.
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