PreSonus StudioLive AR8C Type-C Analog Mixer
$630
8-channel analog mixer usb-c audio interface with stereo SD recorder, bluetooth and studio effects
Overview
With its instantly familiar analog mixer design, the StudioLive® AR8c is the easiest way to record podcasts, livestreams, and music productions. Featuring a pristine analog front end with four high-gain XMAX mic preamps and an 8×4, 24-bit, 96 kHz, USB-C™-compatible USB 2.0 audio interface, the StudioLive AR8c’s hybrid design makes it simple to mix and record. Add in tools like a musical 3-band analog EQ, mic/line boost for low-level input sources and consumer devices, Bluetooth® connectivity, a stereo SD recorder, and high-impedance instruments inputs, and you have a broadcasting and recording powerhouse that fulfills the needs of modern musicians and content creators.
Features
8×4 24-bit/96 kHz, USB 2.0 (over USB-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
8-channel analog mixer with:
4 balanced microphone inputs with XMAX mic preamps, 2 instrument/line inputs, and 2 pairs of stereo balanced line inputs
Stereo Super Channel (Ch. 7/8) with Bluetooth®0 wireless, RCA inputs, 1/8-inch stereo input, and switchable SD/USB stereo playback
Stereo effects processor with 16 presets, dedicated send and return, and bypass footswitch jack
Complete recording solution: Includes Capture™ live-recording software and Studio One® Pro+ for Mac® and Windows
Electronic
- Phantom Power: +48 VDC
- Signal Level Led: Signal: -30 dBFS (Pre-EQ) Clip: -3.0 dB Before Clip (Pre or Post-EQ)
- Voltage Requirement: 100-230 VAC, 50-60 Hz
General
- Color: Blue
- Product Name: StudioLive AR8C Analog Mixer, Blue
- Series: StudioLive
Hardware
- Digital Audio USB Recording Port: USB 2.0
Input
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Instrument Input Connection Type: 1/4” TS Female, Unbalanced, Hi-Z
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Instrument Inputs Dynamic Range: > 108 dB (Mid Gain, Unweighted)
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Instrument Inputs Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
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Instrument Inputs Gain Range: 43 dB, ±1 dB (+12 to +55 dB)
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Instrument Inputs Maximum Level: +9 dBu ±1.0 dB (Minimum Gain, 1 kHz@0.5% THD + N)
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Line Input Connection Type: 1/4″ TRS, Balanced
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Line Inputs Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
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Line Inputs Gain Range: Mono: 40 dB, ±1 dB, Stereo: 0 dB or +10 dB
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Line Inputs Impedance: 10 kΩ (Balanced)
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Line Inputs Maximum Level: +26 dBu ±1.0 dB (Minimum Gain, 1 kHz@0.5% THD + N)
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Line Inputs Signal To Noise Ratio: 85 dB (+4 dBu)
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Line Inputs Total Harmonic Distortion: <0.01% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, A-Weighted)
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Microphone Input Connection Type: XLR Female, Class A XMAX
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Microphone Preamp Common Mode Rejection Ratio: 65 dB (1 kHz, +55 dB Gain)
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Microphone Preamp Equivalent Input Noise: < 128 dBu (+55 dB gain, 150Ω Input, 20 Hz-22 kHz)
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Microphone Preamp Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
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Microphone Preamp Gain Control Range: 43 dB (+12 to +55 dB)
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Microphone Preamp Input Impedance: 1 kΩ
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Microphone Preamp Maximum Input Level: +9 dBu ± 1.0 dB (Unity Gain)
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Microphone Preamp Signal To Noise Ratio: 94 dB (+4 dBu)
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Microphone Preamp Total Harmonic Distortion: <0.01% (Minimum Gain, A-Weighted)
Measurements
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Media Storage Capacity: SD Card: 2 GB; SDHC Card: 32 GB
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Product Depth: 12.3” (313 mm)
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Product Height: 3.5” (90 mm)
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Product Width: 11″ (280 mm)
Miscellaneous
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Power Cable: IEC
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Recording File Format: Stereo WAV
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Supported Media Format: FAT16 Formatted SD™ Card, FAT32 Formatted SDHC™ Card
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Supported Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz
Output
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Headphone Outputs Dynamic Range: >103 dB (A-Weighted)
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Headphone Outputs Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
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Headphone Outputs Maximum Output: 150 mW /Channel at 60 Ω
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Headphone Outputs Total Harmonic Distortion: <0.01% (Bandwidth 20 Hz – 20 kHz, -1 dBFS, Unweighted)
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Line Outputs Connection Type: 1/4″ TRS, Balanced
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Line Outputs Maximum Output Level: +18 dBu
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Line Outputs Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
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Main And Line Outputs Dynamic Range: >108 dB (A-wtd)
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XLR Outputs Maximum Output Level: +24 dBu, ±1.0 dB
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XLR Outputs Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
Performance
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Crosstalk (Adjacent Channels): -85 dBu (Reference = +4 dBu, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, Unweighted)
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Digital Audio Bit Depth: 24
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Digital Audio Dynamic Range: 105 dB (A-Weighted, 48 kHz)
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SD Recorder Bit Depth: Recording: 24 Bit, Playback: 16 or 24 Bit
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SD Recorder Sampling Rate: 44.1 kHz
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