PreSonus StudioLive AR8C Mixer and Interface
The StudioLive® AR8c presents a familiar analog mixer layout, offering an effortless method for capturing podcasts, livestreams, and music projects. Its pristine analog front end includes four high-gain XMAX mic preamps and an 8x4, 24-bit, 96 kHz, USB-C™-compatible USB 2.0 audio interface, facilitating seamless mixing and recording. Boasting a hybrid design, this device incorporates features like a musical 3-band analog EQ, mic/line boost for various input sources, Bluetooth® connectivity, a stereo SD recorder, and high-impedance instrument inputs. With these tools at your disposal, the StudioLive AR8c emerges as an essential tool for today's musicians and content creators.
Features
- 8x4 USB 2.0 audio recording interface (over USB-C™ connection) supporting 24-bit/96 kHz; allows recording of every channel along with the main mix
- 2x2 SD recorder for recording the main mix; compatible with SD and SDHC formats up to 32 GB
- 8-channel analog mixer featuring:
- 4 balanced microphone inputs equipped with XMAX mic preamps
- 2 instrument/line inputs
- 2 pairs of stereo balanced line inputs
- Stereo Super Channel (Ch. 7/8) with Bluetooth® wireless, RCA inputs, 1/8-inch stereo input, and switchable SD/USB stereo playback
- Stereo effects processor offering 16 presets, dedicated send and return, and bypass footswitch jack
- Comprehensive recording solution inclusive of Capture™ live-recording software and Studio One® Artist DAW for Mac® and Windows