Best Presonus Digital Mixers 2026
Premium Presonus digital mixers - legendary tone and craftsmanship
Last updated: January 21, 2026 • Next update: January 28, 2026
#1
⭐
4.8/5
(40 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Presonus StudioLive Series III 32R
by
Presonus
Complex Routing
Professional Live
Corporate
Key Feature:
• Built-in effects and processing
✓ PROS
- • Advanced routing and matrix
- • Built-in effects and processing
✗ CONS
- • Steeper learning curve
- • Complex menu systems
Presonus StudioLive Series III 32R32-Channel Digital Rack Mixer with Integrated Audio InterfaceAVB stage box mode for...
⭐
4.8/5
(40 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 426131
$1,869
#2
⭐
4.9/5
(45 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 16
by
Presonus
Corporate
Theater
Complex Routing
Key Feature:
• Built-in effects and processing
✓ PROS
- • Remote control capabilities
- • Advanced routing and matrix
✗ CONS
- • More expensive than analogue
- • Steeper learning curve
Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 1632-Channel Digital Mixer with Built-In 64x64 USB Recording InterfaceExtensive...
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4.9/5
(45 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 622962
$2,309
#3
⭐
4.8/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Presonus StudioLive Series III 24R
by
Presonus
Theater
Professional Live
Installation
Key Feature:
• Compact size with many channels
✓ PROS
- • Scene recall and automation
- • Built-in effects and processing
✗ CONS
- • Complex menu systems
- • Steeper learning curve
Presonus StudioLive Series III 24R24-Channel Digital Rack Mixer with Integrated Audio InterfaceAVB stage box mode for...
⭐
4.8/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 426129
$1,528
#4
⭐
4.5/5
(11 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 24
by
Presonus
Corporate
Large Venues
Professional Live
Key Feature:
• Advanced routing and matrix
✓ PROS
- • Compact size with many channels
- • Remote control capabilities
✗ CONS
- • Steeper learning curve
- • Complex menu systems
Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 2432-Channel Digital Mixer with Integrated 64x64 USB Recording InterfaceExtensive...
⭐
4.5/5
(11 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 622963
$3,409
#5
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4.7/5
(48 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Presonus StudioLive Series III 16R
by
Presonus
Installation
Large Venues
Corporate
Key Feature:
• Compact size with many channels
✓ PROS
- • Compact size with many channels
- • Advanced routing and matrix
✗ CONS
- • Steeper learning curve
- • More expensive than analogue
Presonus StudioLive Series III 16R16-Channel Digital Rack Mixer with Integrated Audio InterfaceAVB stage box mode for...
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4.7/5
(48 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 426121
$1,022
#6
⭐
4.9/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 32
by
Presonus
Corporate
Complex Routing
Theater
Key Feature:
• Built-in effects and processing
✓ PROS
- • Remote control capabilities
- • Advanced routing and matrix
✗ CONS
- • Steeper learning curve
- • Requires power and boot-up time
Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 3232-Channel Digital Mixer with Integrated 64x64 USB Recording InterfaceExtensive...
⭐
4.9/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 622964
$3,959
#7
⭐
4.6/5
(45 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Presonus StudioLive 32SC Case Bundle
by
Presonus
Corporate
Complex Routing
Large Venues
Key Feature:
• Scene recall and automation
✓ PROS
- • Advanced routing and matrix
- • Remote control capabilities
✗ CONS
- • Requires power and boot-up time
- • Complex menu systems
Presonus StudioLive 32SC Case Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Presonus StudioLive 32SC*Digital Mixer with built-in 64...
⭐
4.6/5
(45 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 602587
$2,309
How to Choose the Best Digital Mixers
Budget Planning
- • Under $200: Entry-level
- • $200-$500: Intermediate
- • $500-$1000: Advanced
- • $1000+: Professional
Quality Check
- • Sound clarity & tone
- • Build materials & finish
- • Hardware durability
- • Overall craftsmanship
Key Features
- • Your musical style
- • Skill level match
- • Intended use case
- • Brand reputation
Frequently Asked Questions
Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced digital mixers typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.
