PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 Audio/Midi Interface

2in/2out midi audio interface with StudioOne recording software and plugins

Description

A complete, all-PreSonus, hardware/software, high-definition recording kit — just add a computer!

The AudioBox USB® 96 audio interface has just the right features you need to start recording right away. Bus-powered and built to travel, the AudioBox USB 96 makes recording easy.

Two front-panel combo mic/instrument inputs, two balanced line-level outputs, an ultra-loud headphone out, and MIDI I/O make the AudioBox USB 96 an affordable stereo-recording solution for singer/songwriters, podcasters, guitar or guitar-bass collaborations and more. A Mix control lets you balance the level between the input signal and computer playback without any latency.

The AudioBox USB 96 is built to be used on the go with a heavy-duty steel chassis to stand up to the rigors of mobile recording. It’s USB class-compliant – no special drivers to install – and natively compatible with Apple Silicon-based Macs and iOS and iPadOS devices. A screaming-loud headphone output ensures you can hear your music clearly, even in noisy locations.

Compatible with virtually all macOS, Windows, iOS and iPadOS audio-recording software, the AudioBox USB 96 comes with a license for PreSonus®’ Studio One® Artist and Studio Magic Suite bundle for a complete recording solution so you can get recording right away.

Whether you’re just getting into recording or are a veteran producer who wants to go mobile, the AudioBox USB 96 audio interface is ready to hit the road when you are.

Computer System Requirements

Features

Simple, affordable stereo-recording solution for singer/songwriters, podcasters, guitar or guitar-bass collaborations and more
Professional-quality mic preamps: Your microphone will sound its best thanks to this low-noise, high-headroom design with +35 dBu of adjustable gain and switchable +48V phantom power for professional XLR condenser mics
Recording software included: Get started right away with PreSonus® Studio One® Artist recording software and Studio Magic Suite software bundle
Bus-powered by your connected USB device so no need for an additional power supply
2 combo mic/instrument inputs with high-quality mic preamplifiers: Connect mics, guitars and basses
One loud, clear ¼-inch stereo headphone output
Mix control lets you create a custom blend between inputs and playback for monitoring recordings with zero latency
Two balanced TRS ¼-inch main outputs for studio monitors or other speakers
Professional audio quality: Studio-grade converters allow for up to 24-bit/96 kHz recording and playback assuring the highest quality possible
USB 2.0-compatible

Specification

Microphone Preamp

Total Harmonic Distortion : THD+N (Unweighted, 1 kHz @ +4 dBu Output, Unity Gain) < 0.008%
Signal To Noise Ratio : (Unity Gain, Ref. = +4 dBu, 20 Hz to 22 kHz) > 95 dB
Common Mode Rejection Ratio : (1 kHz, 55 dB Gain) > 45 dB
Gain Control Range : (± 1 dB) 0 dB to 35 dB
Microphone Preamp Maximum Input Level : (Unity Gain, 1 kHz @ 0.5% THD+N) -3 dBu
Phantom Power : +48 VDC (±2 VDC)
Frequency Response : (±3.0 dB) 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Microphone Preamp Input Impedance : (Balanced) 1200Ω

Instrument Inputs

Instrument Inputs Impedance : 0.5 MΩ
Gain Range : (± 1 dB) +5 dB to 50 dB

Main and Line Outputs

Main And Line Outputs Output Impedance : 51Ω

Headphone Outputs

Headphone Outputs Maximum Output : 60 mW/Channel @ 60Ω Load
Frequency Response : (±1.0 dB) 20 Hz to 30 kHz

Digital Audio

Digital Audio Dynamic Range : ADC Dynamic Range (A-Weighted, 48 kHz Sample Rate): 105 dB, DAC Dynamic Range (A-Weighted, 48 kHz Sample Rate): 105 dB
Digital Audio Bit Depth : 24
Supported Sample Rates : 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz

Electronics

Voltage : USB Bus Powered
Inputs : Two – Combo Mic/Instrument Inputs (XLR Female Balanced, 1/4″ TS Female Unbalanced)
Headphone Jack : 1/4″ TRS Active Stereo
Line Out : Two – 1/4″ Balanced (Left and Right)

Miscellaneous