Name: PreSonus StudioLive AR8c
Brand: PreSonus
Price: 500 USD

Mixer-Type

$500

PreSonus StudioLive AR8c is an audio interface with USB 2.0 connectivity. Inputs include 4 mic preamps, 6 line inputs, and 2 Hi-Z inputs. Outputs include 2 main outputs and 1 headphone output. It supports up to 96 kHz / 24-bit, 48V phantom power, onboard DSP, and direct monitoring. Measured performance includes 108 dB dynamic range (output). Reference price: $500.

Audio interface specs: PreSonus StudioLive AR8c
Spec	PreSonus StudioLive AR8c
General
Category	Mixer-Type
Reference Price (USD)	$500
Supported OS	macOS/Windows
Connection	USB 2.0
Inputs
Mic Preamps	4
Combo Inputs (XLR/TRS)	—
Line Inputs	6
RCA Input	2
Hi-Z Inputs	2
ADAT Input (ch@48kHz)	—
Optical Ports (Input)	—
S/PDIF (Coax) Input	—
S/PDIF (Optical) Input	—
AES/EBU Input	—
Outputs
Analog Main Output	2
Analog Line Output	—
RCA Output	—
Headphone Output	1
ADAT Output (ch@48kHz)	—
Optical Ports (Output)	—
S/PDIF (Coax) Output	—
S/PDIF (Optical) Output	—
AES/EBU Output	—
Features
Phantom Power (48V)	Yes
MIDI I/O	—
Loopback	—
DSP Effects	Yes (Built-in)
Direct Monitoring	Yes
Audio Performance
Max Sample Rate (kHz)	96
Max Bit Depth (bit)	24
Preamp Gain Range (dB)	+12 to +55
DR Input (dB, A-weighted)	—
DR Output (dB, A-weighted)	108
DR (Unknown Conditions)	105
THD+N Mic Input (dB(%), 1kHz)	—
THD+N Output (dB(%), 1kHz)	—
THD+N (dB(%), Unknown)	—
EIN (dBu, A-weighted)	-128
EIN (dBu, Unknown)	—
Measurement Reports	Manufacturer (external site)
Software & Other
Bundled Software	Capture, Fender Studio Pro (perpetual)
Notes	8ch analog mixer+USB IF, XMAX preamp, 3-band EQ, Bluetooth, SD card recording; CH1-2 line jacks switch to instrument/Hi-Z (counted in Line and Hi-Z)

PreSonus StudioLive AR8c Specs

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