Description
PreSonus StudioLive AR8c USB Type-C 8-Channel Hybrid Performance and Recording Mixer
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.
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
- 8×4 24-bit / 96 kHz, USB 2.0 (over USB Type-C connection) audio recording interface
- Record every channel plus the Main Mix
 
 - 2×2 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
 
UPC: 673454008627
								
								





	
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