PreSonus StudioLive AR8c

The StudioLive AR8c from PreSonus is a hybrid digital/analog mixer that’s built for today’s creators. This mixer is compact enough to be taken on the road, yet offers a wide range of input options to fit any performer’s needs. And it’s bursting with features such as onboard effects, Stereo SD recording, and a Stereo Super Channel that lets you take total control over your sound. When you use it as an interface, this impressive mixer plugs into your computer with an included USB-C cable. You can record each of the inputs and the main mix for more flexible recording options. As if that’s not enough bang for your buck, you’ll also receive free software that turns your laptop into a fully-featured production powerhouse. Whether you’re uploading your band’s latest live performance or your brand new interview, the AR8c will blow you away with its unmatched value and easy operation.

Microphone Preamp
Type	XLR Female, Class A XMAX
Maximum Input level (unity gain)	+9 dBu ±1.0 dB
Gain Control Range	43 dB (+12 to +55 dB)
Frequency Response to Analog Outputs	20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
Frequency Response to USB (Direct)	20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/- 1.5 dB
S/N Ratio to Outputs (+4 dBu)	94 dB
THD+N (min. gain, A-wtd)	< 0.01%
Input Impedance	1 kΩ
EIN (+55 dB gain, 150Ω input, 20 Hz-22 kHz, A-wtd)	Mono Channels: < 128 dBu
Common Mode Rejection Ratio (1 kHz, +55 dB gain)	65 dB
Phantom Power	+48V, ±3V, Global
Note: All Channel Inputs sum through Mic preamp

Instrument Inputs
Type	¼” TS Female, Unbalanced, Hi-Z
Maximum Input Level (min. gain, 1 [email protected]% THD+N)	+9 dBu ±1.0 dB
Gain Control Range	43 dB, ±1 dB (+12 to +55 dB)
Frequency Response to Analog Outputs	20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
Frequency Response to USB (Direct)	20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
Dynamic Range (min. gain, A-wtd)	> 105 dB
Dynamic Range (mid. Gain, unwtd)	> 108 dB
THD+N (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, A-wtd)	< 0.01%
THD+N (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, unwtd)	< 0.01%
Input Impedance	> 1 MΩ
Note: All Channel Inputs sum through Mic preamp

Line Inputs
Type	¼” TRS Female, Balanced
Maximum Input Level (min. gain, 1 [email protected]% THD+N)	+26 dBu ±1.0 dB
Gain Control Range	Mono Channels: 40 dB, ±1 dB (-5 to +35 dB)Stereo Channels: 0 dB or +10 dB (+10 dB Boost)
Frequency Response to Analog Outputs	20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
Frequency Response to USB (Direct)	20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
S/N Ratio to Analog Outputs (+4 dBu)	85 dB
THD+N (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, A-wtd)	< 0.01%
Input Impedance (Balanced)	10 kΩ
Note: All Channel Inputs sum through Mic preamp

Main, Control Room, Monitor, and FX Outputs
Type (Main Outputs)	XLR Male, Impedance Balanced
Type (Control Room, Monitor, FX Outputs)	¼” TRS Female, Balanced
Rated Output Level (Main Outputs)	+24 dBu, ±1.0 dB
Rated Outputs Level (Control Room, Monitor, FX Outputs)	+18 dBu
Frequency Response	20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
Dynamic Range (A-wtd)	> 108 dB
THD+N (Bandwidth 20 Hz – 20 kHz, -1 dBFS, unwtd)	< 0.01%
Output Impedance	100 Ω

Headphone Output
Type	¼” TRS Female, Stereo, Unbalanced
Maximum Output Level	150 mW/channel @ 60 Ω
Frequency Response	20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
Dynamic Range (A-wtd)	> 103 dB
THD+N (Bandwidth 20 Hz – 20 kHz, -1 dBFS, unwtd)	< 0.01%

System Crosstalk
Input to Output (Ref = +4dBu, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, unwtd)	-90 dBu
Adjacent Channels (Ref = +4 dBu, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, unwtd)	-85 dBu

Signal Level LED
Signal	-30 dBFS (pre-EQ)
Clip	-3.0 dB before clip (pre- or post-EQ)

Channel EQ
Low Cut	100 Hz, -18 dB/Octave
High Shelving	±15 dB @ 10 kHz
Mid Peaking (Mono Channels)	±15 dB @ 140 Hz to 3.5 kHz (variable)
Mid Peaking (Stereo Channels)	±15 dB @ 2.5 kHz
Mid-Band Q	Boost: 1.0, Cut: 2.5
Low Shelving	±15 dB @ 100 Hz

Digital Audio
Host Interface	USB 2.0
ADC Dynamic Range (Component)	114 dB
ADC Dynamic Range (Measured: A-wtd, 48 kHz)	105 dB
DAC Dynamic Range (Component)	114 dB
DAC Dynamic Range (Measured: A-wtd, 48 kHz)	105 dB
Signal-to-Noise (a-weighted)	-96 dB
Bit Depth	24-bit
Internally Supported Sample Rates	44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz
Jitter	< 80 ps RMS (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
Jitter Attenuation	> 60 dB (1 ns in => 1 ps out)

SD Recorder
Supported Media Format	FAT16 formatted SD™ card, FAT32 formatted SDHC™ card
Media Storage Capacity	SD card: 2 GB; SDHC card: 32 GB
Recording File Format	Stereo WAV
Playback File Formats	Stereo WAV, MP3 (96-320 kbs, 32 / 44.1 / 48 kHz)
Sampling Rate (WAV)	44.1 kHz
Bit Depth	Recording: 24-bitPlayback: 16- or 24-bit