PreSonus StudioLive AR8c USB-C Mixer

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PreSonus StudioLive AR8c USB-C Mixer
The PreSonus StudioLive AR8C USB-C is an 8-channel USB recording mixer featuring Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity with a sample rate of 24-bit 96 kHz. The AR8C USB-C mixer is the ideal all-in-one solution for recording and mixing your recorded audio.

The compact and sturdy construction makes it perfect for live and studio applications alike. The USB-C connectivity ensures optimal performance thanks to the high-speed data transference. The built-in wireless Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity allows you to pair the mixer with your phone and stream music from your phone for backing tracks or break music. Additionally, the AR8C features a 2×2 SD stereo recorder for capturing live performances and a range of digital effects.

Perfect for podcasts, live performances, and more, the PreSonus StudioLive AR8c provides the perfect balance between analog performance and modern-day innovations, delivering a highly versatile recording and mixing unit with a range of quality components. The mixer’s design is ergonomic and simple, giving you full access to all your controls with ease. The larger rotary knobs for the main level controls allow you to precisely dial in your levels with ease.

The mixer features 8 channels, each with a 3-band EQ (not including the Super Channel), including two stereo channels and two mono channels. The mixer also features both mic and line inputs, allowing you to record directly from the mixer from a range of equipment. The StudioLive AR8c also features 48V Phantom Power, allowing you to record compatible devices such as condenser microphones. Additionally, the mixer features rotary controls for Solo, Master Control Room, Phones, FX Monitoring, Main, and more.

Integrated Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and Super Channel. Combining the modern innovations with the classic mixer layout, the PreSonus StudioLive AR8c mixer provides you with built-in Bluetooth connectivity. This wireless Bluetooth 5.0 connection allows you to pair your phone or other Bluetooth enabled device with the mixer. This enables you to stream music wirelessly through the mixer for music breaks, backing tracks, and other applications. This is great for practice bands and rehearsals, allowing you to learn songs or play backing tracks straight from your mobile device.

The Super Channel (stereo channel 7/8) allows you to connect up to four stereo analog and digital sources at once. This versatile channel allows you to use a range of devices with your mixer, from playing stereo audio from the onboard SD record or from your USB-connected computer.

2×2 SD recorder. One of the most unique and convenient features of the PreSonus StudioLive AR8c is the 2×2 SD recorder. The SD recorder allows you to record your live performances from the mixer straight to an SD card. This versatile feature means you don’t have to prepare tedious setups just to get a great quality stereo recording. Ideal for bands who wish to record live performances on the fly, whether it be at venues or at practices, the Capture Stereo Recorder will do it all with ease. Additionally, the SD recorder will also allow you to play up to 32 GB of MP3 or WAV files, allowing you to stream backing tracks straight from the mixer. This is ideal for smaller bands or bands who need added digital instrumentation to add depth to their performances.

Studio-grade effects. In addition to its wide range of digital components, the AR8c mixer also features built-in digital effects. The AR8c features 16 digital effects, ranging from Reverbs to Delays, allowing you to add high-quality effects to your mix with ease. The internal stereo effects processor delivers the premium-quality sound created by the effects, adding everything from subtle Reverbs to emulating acoustically treated rooms for warmer and more intimate tone. The digital effects feature a return plus a master level fader and a dedicated monitor send, allowing you to dial in the level of effects into your main and monitor mixes. You can also bypass your effects with a footswitch (not included) for mixing options.

Complete with comprehensive software bundle. Also included with the StudioLive AR8c mixer is the Capture™ recording software and Studio One® Artist software. This pair of free software applications allows you to record, edit, and mix audio files with ease. The Capture recording software allows you to capture multi-track stereo recordings with instant one-click recording capabilities directly from the mixer. Capture allows you to record live performances with ease, allowing you to record multi-track audio files at the touch of a button. Additionally, the Studio One Artist software is a digital audio workstation that allows you to edit, record, mix, collaborate, and master audio recording with ease. With its range of digital effects and free software bundle, the StudioLive AR8c is ideal for a range of live recording and mixing applications.

Features:
– 8×4 24-bit/96 kHz USB 2.0 (over USB-C™ connection) audio recording interface
– 2×2 SD recorder to capture the main mix (Supports SD™ and SDHD™ formats up to 32 GB)
– 8-channel analog mixer
– 4 balanced microphone inputs with XMAX mic preamps
– 2 instrument/line inputs
– 6 balanced line level inputs: 2 mono, 2 stereo pairs
– Stereo Super Channel (Ch. 13/14) with Bluetooth 5.0 input
– RCA inputs, 1/8-inch stereo input, and switchable SD/USB stereo playback
– 2 mono and 2 stereo channels, each with level knob, pan, mute, PFL solo, highpass filter, and 3-band semi-parametric EQ
– 1 monitor bus with dedicated channel sends, AFL solo, and balanced TRS output
– L/R Control Room outputs with level control
– Headphone output with level control
– Highpass filter on every channel
– 3-band semi-parametric EQ on every channel
– Stereo effects processor with 16 presets, dedicated send and return, and bypass footswitch jack
– Mic/line boost on stereo channels for low-level input sources and consumer devices

Specifications:
System Requirements:
– Mac: OS: macOS® 10.11 or higher (64-bit only)
– Processor: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor (Intel Core i3 or faster recommended)
– RAM: 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)
– Hard Drive Space: 30 GB hard-drive space (Studio One)
– Hard Drive RPM: Internal or external 7200 RPM storage drive highly recommended
– Monitor: Monitor with 1366×768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended)

– Windows: OS: Windows® 7 x64/x86 SP1 +platform update, Windows 8.1 x64/x86, Windows 10 x64/x86
– Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD® Athlon™ X2 processor (Intel Core i3 or AMD Athlon X4 or faster recommended)
– Hard Drive Space: 30 GB hard-drive space (Studio One)
– Hard Drive RPM: Internal or external 7200 RPM storage drive highly recommended
– Monitor: Monitor with 1366×768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended)

Product Code: SLAR8C


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