PreSonus StudioLive 16.0.2 USB Mixer for Performers and Recording

The StudioLive 16.0.2 USB digital mixer is an excellent option for various environments, including small churches, schools, bands, and clubs, as well as budget-conscious studios. It boasts 16 channel inputs, among which 4 are stereo channels and 12 are equipped with XMAX mic preamps. The mixer also provides an integrated 18x16 USB 2.0 interface, comprehensive signal processing capabilities on each channel and bus, and supports 4 auxiliary buses. Additional features include extensive metering, scene and setting save/recall functions, MIDI control, and more. Despite its powerful features, the mixer remains lightweight and can be easily rack-mounted, offering an operation similar to that of an analog console while delivering remarkable audio quality.

Included with the StudioLive 16.0.2 are several software applications by PreSonus, such as UC Surface for mixer control, Capture for recording, the QMix-UC app for auxiliary control, and Studio One Artist as the Digital Audio Workstation (DAW).

This digital mixer is not only great-sounding but also designed for easy use, allowing extensive signal processing across all channels and buses. It features an onboard USB 2.0 interface and a MIDI interface, enabling you to control various aspects of your audio mixing seamlessly. The integrated software suite is state-of-the-art and includes PreSonus UC Surface, QMix-UC, and Studio One Artist to enhance your mixing experience.

The mixer provides 16 channel inputs consisting of 12 mono and 4 stereo channels, each equipped with 60 mm faders. Additionally, it comes with 12 Class A XMAX solid-state mic preamplifiers, inclusive of the talkback functionality. You can utilize 4 auxiliary buses that allow for pre/post-fader sending and 2 internal effects buses to further customize your sound. The device also houses 2 stereo 32-bit digital effects processors that contribute to its impressive signal processing capabilities.

Each channel and bus is equipped with Fat Channel signal processing, featuring a 3-band semi-parametric EQ, a compressor, a downward expander, and a limiter. The main bus also incorporates a stereo, 31-band graphic equalizer for precise sound adjustment.

Furthermore, this mixer serves as an 18-in/16-out USB 2.0 audio interface, capable of recording all channels along with the main left/right mix at 24-bit resolution and sampling rates of 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz. Users benefit from the flexibility of storing and recalling scene settings and specific individual configurations as required.

The MIDI I/O functionality allows control over main and effects output levels, retrieval of effects presets and scenes, and functions as a MIDI interface. The software bundle includes PreSonus Studio One Artist DAW, Capture live-recording software for both Mac and Windows, as well as UC Surface mixer-control software compatible with Mac, Windows, and iPad.

For users on the go, the QMix-UC app offers wireless auxiliary control and is available for free on platforms including iPhone, iPod touch, and Android. The StudioLive 16.0.2 USB therefore stands out as a versatile and user-friendly digital mixer perfect for a range of audio applications.

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