PreSonus STUDIOLIVE-AR16C 18-Channel Hybrid Performance and Recording Mixer SKU# 2779200102
Don't let the classic analog mixer design fool you - the StudioLive® AR16c was built to record. Featuring a pristine analog front end with 12 high-gain XMAX mic preamps and an 18x4, 24-bit, 96 kHz, USB-C™-compatible USB 2.0 audio interface, the StudioLive® AR16c's hybrid design makes it simple to mix and record. Add in a musical 3-band analog EQ, mic/line boost for low-level sources including vintage synths, all-new digital effects with rich reverbs and lush delays, Bluetooth® connectivity, and a stereo SD recorder... and you have a mixing and recording powerhouse that fulfills the needs of both modern musicians and content creators.
Channels and Buses
- 18-channel mixer
- 8 mono and 4 stereo channels, each with:
- 60mm level fader
- Pan
- Mute
- PFL solo
- 1 stereo Super Channel (Ch. 17/18)
- 2 monitor buses with PFL solo
- 1 stereo effects bus
- 1 stereo effects return with:
- 60 mm master fader
- Dedicated monitor sends
- Effects bypass footswitch jack
Inputs and Outputs
- 2 instrument inputs
- 16 balanced line inputs
- 2 unbalanced inserts
- 12 balanced mic inputs with:
- Class-A XMAX 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
- 2 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 channels 1-8
- +10 dB switch on stereo channels 9/10 to 15/16
- Mono channels: 3-band semi-parametric EQ with sweepable mid band
- Stereo channels: 3-band semi-parametric EQ
- Stereo effects processor with 16 presets
Recording Options
- 18x4 24-bit / 96 kHz, USB 2.0 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
- 60 mm level fader
- Rackmount kit included
Features
- 8 Mono & 4 Stereo Channels
- Stereo Super Channel
- 18x4 24-Bit / 96 kHz USB Audio Interface
- Built-In 2x2 SD Recorder
- 12 XMAX-L Microphone Preamps
- Two Instrument Inputs
- 3-Band EQ & Wireless Bluetooth Streaming
- Capture & Studio One Software Included
- Studio Magic Plug-In Suite Included
- Rackmount Kit Included
Items Included
- PreSonus StudioLive AR16c USB-C 18-Channel Hybrid Performance and Recording Mixer
- Power Cord
- USB Cable
- Rackmount Kit
- Capture Recording Software
- Studio One 3 (Artist Production Software)
- Studio Magic Plug-In Suite (Download)
Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty













