PreSonus StudioLive ARc Mixers Designed for Today's Musicians and Content Creators

	PreSonus StudioLive AR12c

PreSonus' new StudioLive ARc series combines a multi-channel 24-bit, 96kHz, USB-C compatible, USB 2.0 audio interface with an analog mixer front-end to create a hybrid design that simplifies recording and mixing using a single intuitive console. Featuring newly designed high-headroom analog circuits, along with the company's high-gain XMAX Class A mic preamps, StudioLive ARc audio interface mixers fulfill the needs of both modern musicians and content creators, the company says.

Three models are available: The StudioLive AR8c offers four mic preamps and six balanced line inputs for eight by four recording/playback, while the StudioLive AR12c sports eight mic preamps and 12 balanced line inputs for 14 by four recording/playback, and the StudioLive AR16c delivers 12 mic preamps and 16 balanced line inputs for 18 by four recording/playback. All models support recording every channel plus the main mix over USB and feature a musical, three-band analog EQ on every channel; mic/line boost for low-level vintage synths, broadcast microphones, and consumer electronics; and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. The onboard stereo SD recorder is great for recording a rehearsal or a mobile podcast interview or quickly capturing songwriting ideas. An all-new digital effects processor with 16 presets supplies rich reverbs, lush delays, and fat chorusing and includes a dedicated send and return, as well as a bypass footswitch jack (footswitch optional).

All StudioLive ARc series mixers have PreSonus' unique Super Channel, which can handle four stereo analog and digital sources at once. The Super Channel combines wireless stereo Bluetooth 5.0 input, stereo input from the onboard SD recorder or from a USB-connected Mac or Windows PC, and RCA and 1/8" stereo inputs -- great for use with turntables and high-tech devices.

The new mixers come with a powerful recording software suite for Mac and Windows. Make multitrack recordings for your podcast or band with one click using Capture live recording software. Create complete studio productions and design effects and bumpers with Studio One Artist recording and production software, augmented with the Studio Magic Plug-in Suite, a collection of useful plug-ins in VST, AU, and AAX formats by the top names in virtual instruments and effects.

With their powerful and flexible recording and mixing capabilities, combined with classic analog sound and familiarity, PreSonus StudioLive ARc series hybrid mixers fulfill the diverse needs of today's musicians and content creators. All three models are available now at PreSonus dealers. For more information, visit www.presonus.com/products/StudioLive-AR-Hybrid-Mixers.