{"product_id":"pre-sl-ar8c-presonus-studiolive-ar8c-8-channel-audio-interface-mixer-recorder","title":"Presonus StudioLive AR8c 8-channel USB-C Audio Interface, Analog Mixer and SD Recorder","description":"\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a pristine analog front-end with four high-gain XMAX mic preamps and an 8x4 24-bit, 96 kHz, USB-C compatible USB 2.0 audio interface, the StudioLive AR8c’s hybrid design makes it simple to record from a single intuitive console.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd in tools like a musical 3-band analog EQ, mic\/line boost for low-level broadcast microphones and consumer devices, Bluetooth® connectivity, and a stereo SD recorder... and you have a broadcasting and recording powerhouse that fulfills the needs of both modern musicians and content creators. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe StudioLive AR8c audio interface operates at up to 96 kHz for high-definition mixing and recording. Record each of the six inputs, plus the main mix, for even more flexible recording options. Play back up to four streams for monitoring previously recorded tracks—plus sound effects, loopback audio, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour lauded XMAX mic preamps provide all the gain you need to capture even the most subtle details without adding any extra noise. The analog mixer front-end makes connecting your gear to your computer intuitive. With a USB-C compatible connection, your StudioLive AR8c is ready to use as an audio interface for nearly any computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr noshade\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 130%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecording\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8x4 24-bit\/96 kHz, USB 2.0 (over USB-C™ connection) audio recording interface\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecord every channel plus the main mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2x2 SD recorder to capture the main mix\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports SD™ and SDHD™ formats up to 32 GB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMixing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8-channel analog mixer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 balanced microphone inputs with XMAX mic preamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 instrument\/line inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 balanced line level inputs:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 mono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 stereo pairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStereo Super Channel (Ch. 13\/14) with Bluetooth 5.0 input, RCA inputs, 1\/8-inch stereo input, and switchable SD\/USB stereo playback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 mono and 2 stereo channels, each with level knob, pan, mute, PFL solo, highpass filter, and 3-band semi-parametric EQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 monitor buses with dedicated channel sends, AFL solo, and balanced TRS output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eL\/R Control Room outputs with level control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphone output with level control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSignal Processing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighpass filter on every channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-band semi-parametric EQ on every channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStereo effects processor with 16 presets, dedicated send and return, and bypass footswitch jack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMic\/line boost on stereo channels for low-level input sources and consumer devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded Software\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapture™ live multitrack recording software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudio One \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e® \u003c\/span\u003eArtist recording and production software (DAW)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudio Magic plug-in suite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePower\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard IEC power connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhysical\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSturdy metal construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional rackmount kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr noshade\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 130%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrophone Preamp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: XLR Female, Class A XMAX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Input level: (unity gain) +9 dBu ±1.0 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain Control Range: 43 dB (+12 to +55 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response to Analog Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5\/-1.5 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response to USB (Direct): 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5\/- 1.5 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS\/N Ratio to Outputs (+4 dBu): 94 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTHD+N (min. gain, A-wtd): \u0026lt; 0.01%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Impedance: 1 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEIN (+55 dB gain, 150Ω input, 20 Hz-22 kHz, A-wtd): Mono Channels: \u0026lt; 128 dBu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Mode Rejection Ratio (1 kHz, +55 dB gain): 65 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhantom Power: +48V, ±3V, Global\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: All Channel Inputs sum through Mic preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstrument Inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: ¼” TS Female, Unbalanced, Hi-Z\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Input Level (min. gain, 1 kHz@0.5% THD+N): +9 dBu ±1.0 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain Control Range: 43 dB, ±1 dB (+12 to +55 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response to Analog Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5\/-1.5 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response to USB (Direct): 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5\/-1.5 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic Range (min. gain, A-wtd): \u0026gt; 105 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic Range (mid. Gain, unwtd): \u0026gt; 108 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTHD+N (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, A-wtd): \u0026lt; 0.01%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTHD+N (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, unwtd): \u0026lt; 0.01%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Impedance: \u0026gt; 1 MΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: All Channel Inputs sum through Mic preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLine Inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: ¼” TRS Female, Balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Input Level (min. gain, 1 kHz@0.5% THD+N): +26 dBu ±1.0 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain Control Range: Mono Channels: 40 dB, ±1 dB (-5 to +35 dB); Stereo Channels: 0 dB or +10 dB (+10 dB Boost)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response to Analog Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5\/-1.5 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response to USB (Direct): 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5\/-1.5 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS\/N Ratio to Analog Outputs (+4 dBu): 85 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTHD+N (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, A-wtd): \u0026lt; 0.01%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Impedance (Balanced): 10 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: All Channel Inputs sum through Mic preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain, Control Room, Monitor, and FX Outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType (Main Outputs): XLR Male, Impedance Balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType (Control Room, Monitor, FX Outputs): ¼” TRS Female, Balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated Output Level (Main Outputs): +24 dBu, ±1.0 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated Outputs Level (Control Room, Monitor, FX Outputs): +18 dBu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5\/-1.5 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic Range (A-wtd): \u0026gt; 108 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTHD+N (Bandwidth 20 Hz - 20 kHz, -1 dBFS, unwtd): \u0026lt; 0.01%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput Impedance: 100 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: ¼” TRS Female, Stereo, Unbalanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Output Level: 150 mW\/channel @ 60 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5\/-1.5 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic Range (A-wtd): \u0026gt; 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