PRESONUS / AudioBox USB 96 25th Anniversary

Audio interface, 25th Anniversary Edition color

■Audio interface,

■25th Anniversary Edition color

■Differences between the 25th Anniversary Edition and the regular product
There are no changes to the basic specifications of the product. The only difference is the color of the front and side panels and knobs.

High-resolution compatible, 640g, and tough.
Ideal for musicians who want to start making music or those looking for a compact I/O, the AudioBox USB 96 is equipped with the basic functions necessary for recording and production, high-resolution 24BIt 96kHz quality, and DAW software Studio One Artist (worth 12,800 yen) is bundled, making it an overwhelming cost performance. Simple, lightweight, tough, and USB bus-powered, the AudioBox USB 96 allows you to take your music production environment with you anywhere, anytime.

Just the right size.
The AudioBox USB 96's two mic/instrument combo inputs on the front panel are perfect for singer/songwriters, webcasts, guitar and bass collaborations, and more. Simply connect two microphones and you've got a complete stereo recording system. The mix control knob lets you control the balance between the input audio and the computer playback. Hardware-based, so there's no latency. Equipped with balanced line-level outputs, a super loud and super clear headphone output, and MIDI I/O, you can connect your favorite synthesizers and MIDI controllers. The AudioBox USB 96 is a simple, cost-effective and highly mobile recording solution.

Tough, always mobile.
The AudioBox USB 96's body is made of a tough steel chassis, which is shock-resistant and completely reliable. The high-powered headphone output lets you monitor your work clearly even in noisy environments. And because it's USB bus-powered, you can record/produce anywhere, anytime, as long as you have a laptop. It's super easy to put it in your bag with your laptop or set it up quickly.

World-class DAW software bundled
The AudioBox USB 96 can be used with any common DAW software, but it also comes bundled with a license for PreSonus Studio One Artist (worth 12,800 yen), which provides a complete recording solution. Developed by a creative team for creative music production, Studio One is quick to learn and allows you to compose, record, and produce your masterpiece without being bothered by tools. Studio One also has a powerful online community where you can ask for advice when you are in trouble.

Great for both the studio and on the road.
Whether you are new to DTM or a musician looking to increase your mobility, the AudioBox USB 96 provides high-resolution 24-bit 96kHz sound anytime, anywhere, and is USB bus-powered and has a tough chassis that does not require an external power supply. You can take your music production environment anywhere. The AudioBox USB 96 can be combined with any recording software, and also includes Studio One Artist software. This one unit provides a complete recording solution.

Studio Magic Software Suite Included
PreSonus is offering the Studio Magic Software Suite, in collaboration with software vendors, free of charge to registered users of eligible hardware. 17 vendors, including Arturia, Brainworx, Cherry Audio, Ghosthack Essential Sounds, iZotope, Klanghelm, KV331 Audio, Lexicon, Maag Audio, Melodics, Native Instruments, Output, Soundsnap, Plugin Alliance, UJAM, and UVI, have collaborated to include 19 types of software/content! The suite includes a DAW, lesson tools, sound packs/effects, 7 virtual instruments, and 9 effect plug-ins, with a total value of over 100,000 yen.
View details of Studio Magic software suite

■Features
・2 combo mic/instrument inputs
Trim control (0 - 35dBu mic gain range)
48V phantom power for condenser microphones
・Mixer control (mixes input audio with computer playback audio for zero latency monitoring)
・Headphone jack and level control
・Main output level control
・LED clip indicators on each channel

Inputs/Outputs
・USB 2.0 port
・2 XLR/""combo mic/instrument"" inputs
・2 balanced"" main L/R line outputs

Size
- 1/3U rack mountable (with optional 3UMR rack mount system)
- Sturdy construction, full metal chassis and metal knobs
- Weights just 640g (1.4lbs)
- USB bus powered, no external power supply required

■ Technical specifications
Microphone preamp
Type XLR, female, balanced
Frequency response (±3.0dB) 20Hz-20kHz
Input impedance (balanced) 1200Ω
THD+N (unwtd, 1 kHz @ +4 dBu Output, Unity Gain) < 0.008%
S/N ratio (unity gain, Ref. = +4 dBu, 20 Hz-22 kHz) > 95dB
Common mode rejection ratio (1 kHz, 55dB gain) > 45dB
Gain range (± 1dB) 0dB - 35dB
Maximum input level (UG, 1kHz @ 0.5% THD+N) -3dBu
Phantom power (±2VDC) +48VDC

■Instrument input
Type TS, female, unbalanced
Input impedance 0.5MΩ

■Line output
Type Balanced
Output impedance 51Ω

■Headphone output
Type "" TRS active stereo
Maximum output 60mW/ch @ 60Ω load
Frequency response (±1.0dB) 20Hz-30kHz

■MIDI input/output
Type Dual 5-pin, female, DIN

■Digital audio
ADC dynamic range (A-weighted, 48kHz sample rate) 105dB
DAC dynamic range (A-weighted, 48kHz sample rate) 105dB
Bit depth 24
Reference level (0dBFS) +4dBu
Internal sample frequency (kHz) 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96
Power supply USB bus powered

■Size
External dimensions 1/3U (steel chassis)
Height 44.45mm (1.75"")
Depth 139.7mm (5.5"")
Width 139.7mm (5.5"")
Weight 640g (1.4lbs)

*For the latest operating environment, please refer to the manufacturer's website.
*For Studio One operating environment, please refer to Studio One system requirements.