PRESONUS / StudioLive AR16c Hybrid Mixer

The StudioLive ARc series is a high-quality analog mixer equipped with XMAX preamps, a 3-band EQ, and digital effects. It features SD card recording/playback, Bluetooth wireless playback, and multi-recording compatible USB audio I/O. It also includes Capture/Studio One Artist software for music production, making it an ideal all-in-one hybrid mixer for live PA, DJing, band rehearsals, home studios, and online streaming.

■ Hybrid Mixer Developed for Musicians

This all-in-one hybrid mixer integrates high-quality XMAX preamps, EQ, and effects with a 24-bit/96kHz multi-channel USB audio interface, SD/SDHC memory card recording/playback, and Bluetooth audio receiver functionality. Available in 8-channel, 12-channel, and 16-channel versions. It also includes Capture/Studio One Artist software for recording and music production, making it an ideal all-in-one hybrid mixer for live PA, DJing, band rehearsals, home studios, and online streaming.


■ Flexible Connectivity and Control

Packed with flexible connectivity and control for mixing and recording. Features include microphone inputs with highly acclaimed XMAX Class A preamps, instrument (Hi-Z) inputs, line inputs, and a 3-band EQ. In addition to main outputs, it includes monitor mix outputs with dedicated buses for stage wedges, headphone amplifiers, and in-ear systems. A control room output with volume control for monitor speakers is also included.


■ 24-Bit/96kHz USB Audio Interface

Allows recording and mixing at up to 96kHz. Connects a variety of instruments and, via USB-C compatibility, is compatible with almost all DAW audio interfaces.

■ Direct Guitar and Bass Connection

Equipped with high-impedance inputs (Hi-Z) on channels 1 and 2, allowing direct connection of guitars and other instruments. Easy to adjust tone with the built-in parametric EQ and apply rich delay/reverb using digital effects.

■ Super Channel - Supports Analog/USB/SD/Bluetooth

A Super Channel is provided on the last channel. In addition to RCA stereo inputs and 1/8"" stereo inputs, it's possible to activate low-latency Bluetooth 5.0 audio, SD/SDHC, and a main output from a PC. Besides analog inputs, you can play background music from SD/SDHC or sequence tracks from a USB-connected Mac or Windows PC. Wireless playback via Bluetooth is also possible.

■ Recording Live Performances and Rehearsals

There are two methods for recording live performances, rehearsals, and online broadcasts. Connect to a computer via USB and use the included software, Capture or Studio One Artist, to record input channels and the main mix at up to 24-bit/96kHz. Alternatively, you can record up to 33 hours (using a 32GB SDHC card) in 16-bit 44.1kHz WAV format to a stereo SD/SDHC recorder.

■ Freedom to Play Backing Tracks and Background Music

Playback of two stereo streams from your PC is possible. Backing tracks, click tracks, etc., can be played. Even without a PC, you can play one stereo stream using an SD/SDHC memory card. Bluetooth functionality allows you to play background music directly from your smartphone.

■ Integrated Software Recording

Includes PreSonus Capture and Studio One Artist. Capture is live recording software that operates like a hard disk recorder. Recording is one-click. Studio One Artist is a DAW that enables recording/production. Both are included free of charge.

■ Digital Effects for Creating Sophisticated Sounds

Features a stereo effects processor with 16 presets. A variety of effects are available, including room, hall, and plate reverb, chorus and delay effects, and even a studio room emulation preset that provides a warm tone. A dedicated effects return with master level and dedicated monitor send allows you to adjust the amount of effects in the main mix and monitor mix.

■ Studio Magic Plugin Suite Included

For registered users of eligible PreSonus hardware, We are currently offering the ""Studio Magic Plugin Suite,"" developed in collaboration with plugin vendors, free of charge.

■Dimensions (WxHxD): 480 x 89 x 397 mm

■Weight: 6.4 kg