PreSonus StudioLive AR8c 8-Channel USB-C Hybrid Digital/Analog Performance Mixer

Description

Building upon the success of the original AR8-USB, the PreSonus StudioLive AR8c is an 8-channel hybrid performance and recording mixer well suited for a variety of applications including mixing and recording live shows, studio productions, band rehearsals, podcasts, and more. Updates to the AR8c include a USB Type-C connection, Bluetooth 5.0, and a redesigned mixer panel and layout. The mixer is packed with analog connections and digital tools that are powerful, yet easy to learn and use. The mixer features XMAX Class-A preamps and 3-band EQ.

The StudioLive AR8c offers recording with or without a computer. Multitrack record and fly in backing tracks with its 24-bit / 96 kHz, USB 2.0 audio interface or record and playback a stereo mix with the integrated SD digital recorder. Additionally, the mixer features a Super Channel, which allows you to connect four stereo analog and digital sources at once, enabling the mixer to be used with high-tech devices including smartphones and tablets for wireless Bluetooth streaming. The StudioLive AR8c ships with a power cord, USB cable, Studio One 3 Artist production software, and Capture recording software.

Features:

Channels and Buses

• 8-channel mixer
• 2 mono and 2 stereo channels, each with:
  • Level knob
  • Pan
  • Mute
  • PFL solo
• 1 stereo Super Channel (Ch. 7/8)
• 1 aux buses with AFL solo
• 1 stereo effects bus
• 1 stereo effects return with:
  • Master level control knob
  • Dedicated aux send
  • Effects bypass footswitch jack

Inputs and Outputs

• 2 instrument inputs
• 8 balanced line inputs
• 4 balanced mic inputs with:
  • Class-A microphone preamp
  • Global 48V phantom power
• Stereo Super Channel with:
  • Stereo RCA inputs
  • 1/8-inch stereo input
  • Switchable SD/USB stereo playback
  • Bluetooth 5.0 input
• L/R XLR main outputs
• 1 balanced TRS aux outputs
• 1 balanced TRS effects output
• L/R Control Room outputs with level control
• Headphone output with level control

Signal Processing

• High-pass filter on channels 1 and  2
• +10 dB button on 3/4 and 5/6
• 3-band semi-parametric EQ (Channels 1-6)
• Stereo effects processor with 16 presets

Recording Options

• 8x4 24-bit / 96 kHz, USB 2.0 (over USB Type-C connection) audio recording interface
  • Record every channel plus the Main Mix
• 2x2 SD recorder
  • Record main mix
  • Supports SD and SDHC formats up to 32 GB

Integrated Software

• Capture recording software
• Includes Studio Magic Plug-in Suite with Maag Audio EQ 2, SPL Attacker, Arturia instruments, and more
• Includes Studio One 3 Artist software (DAW)

Power

• Internal power supply
• Standard IEC power connector

Physical

• Sturdy metal construction
• Level knob
• Optional rackmount kit available

Specifications

• Type: Analog Mixer with USB Interface
• Channels: 8
• Computer Connectivity: USB (8 x 4)
• A/D Resolution: 24-bit/96kHz
• Inputs - Mic Preamps: 4 x XLR
• Phantom Power: Global
• Inputs - Line: 1 x Dual RCA Stereo, 1 x 1/8" (stereo), 4 x 1/4" (2 x stereo pair)
• Inputs - Other: 2 x 1/4" (Hi-Z/line)
• Outputs - Main: 2 x XLR (main), 2 x 1/4" TRS (control room)
• Aux Sends: 1 x Aux (pre), 1 x FX (post)
• Send/Return I/O: 1 x 1/4" (aux send), 1 x 1/4" (FX send)
• Headphones: 1 x 1/4" TRS
• USB: 1 x USB-C 2.0
• Bluetooth: v5.0
• Other I/O: 1 x 1/4" (footswitch)
• EQ Bands: 3-band EQ, 100Hz Highpass
• Effects: 8 x Reverbs, 6 x Delays, Chorus, Chorus/Reverb
• Storage: SD/SDHC Card Slot (2 x 2)
• Software: Studio Magic Plug-in Suite, Studio One Artist DAW, Capture Live Recording Software
• OS Requirements - Mac: OS X 10.11.6 or later, 64-bit
• OS Requirements - PC: Windows 7 SP1 or later, 64-bit
• Power Source: Standard IEC AC cable
• Height: 3.5"
• Width: 11" (chassis)
• Depth: 12.3"
• Weight: 7.1 lbs.