Presonus StudioLive AR16 USB Mixer

• 18-Channel Hybrid USB Mixer
• SD Card Stereo Recorder
• Bluetooth Connectivity
• 16 Built-In Digital Effects

The PreSonus StudioLive AR16 USB 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 mixers 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 18 channels each with a 3-band EQ (apart from the Super Channel) including four stereo channels and eight mono channels. The mixer also features both mic and line inputs allowing you to record directly from the mixer using a range of equipment whether it be dynamic microphones or direct injection bass guitars, The AR16 will do it all. The StudioLive AR16 also features 48V Phantom Power, allowing you to record compatible devices such as condenser microphones. The AR16 also features balanced TRS monitor outputs, allowing you to connect your speakers directly to the mixer. Additionally, the mixer features rotary controls for Solo Master, Control Room, Phones, FX, Monitoring, Main and more.

One of the most unique and convenient features of the PreSonus StudioLive AR16 is the Capture Sound Recorder. The Capture Sound Recorder allows you to record your live performances from the mixer straight to an SD card. This versatile features 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.

Features

• 18-channel mixer
• 8 mono and 4 stereo channel
• 1 stereo Super Channel (Ch. 17/18)
• 2 monitor buses with PFL solo
• 1 stereo effects bus
• 1 stereo effects return
• 2 instrument inputs
• 16 balanced line inputs
• 2 unbalanced inserts
• 12 balanced mic inputs with Class A microphone preamp, Global 48V phantom power
• Stereo Super Channel with stereo RCA inputs, 1/8'' stereo input, Switchable SD/USB streo playback, Bluetooth 4.1 Input
• L/R XLR main outputs
• 2 balanced TRS monitor outputs
• 1 Balanced TRS effects output
• L/R Control Room output with level control
• Headphone output with level control
• Highpass filter on every channel
• 3-band semi-parametric EQ on all Stereo channels
• 3-band semi-paramtetric EQ with sweepable mid-band on all Mono channels
• Stereo effects processor with 16 presets
• 18x4 24-bit/96 kHz, USB 2.0 audio recording interface
• 2x2 SD recorder
• Capture™ recording software
• Studio One ® 3 Artist recording and production software (DAW)
• Internal power supply
• Standard IEC power connector
• Sturdy metal construction
• 60 mm faders
• Rackmount kit optional (not included)

Specifications

System Requirements

Mac:

• OS: Mac® OS X 10.8.5
• 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 1366x768 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 1366x768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended)