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Digital Mixing Desks
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Brand profile · USA, est. 1995
Presonus
Presonus, initially known as PreSonus Audio Technologies, carved a niche in the music industry by focusing on accessible, integrated solutions for both studio and live sound applications. The company's reputation rests on providing feature-rich hardware and software bundles that simplify the recording and performance process, particularly appealing to project studios and working musicians. They’ve successfully bridged the gap between professional-grade tools and user-friendly interfaces.
StudioLive Series (digital mixing consoles)AIR Studio MonitorsPreSonus Sphere (immersive audio platform)USB Audio InterfacesIntegrated Hardware/Software Bundles
1995founded
USAcountry
60products in stock
$48–$3,896price range
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Presonus PRM1
Measurement Microphones
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Presonus Monitor Station V2
Studio Monitor Controllers
$318€284Check ↗
Presonus Eris Studio 4
Active Nearfield Monitors
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Presonus StudioLive AR12c
Analogue Mixing Desks
$526€469Check ↗
Presonus EarMix 16M
Wired In-Ear Components
$331€295Check ↗
Presonus Eris E5 Vocaster One Bundle
Studio Packages
$279€249Check ↗
Presonus Eris E5
Active Nearfield Monitors
$245€219Check ↗
Presonus NSB 32.16
Stage Boxes for Digital Mixers
$1,243€1,109Check ↗
Presonus StudioLive AR8c
Analogue Mixing Desks
$436€389Check ↗
Presonus Faderport 8
DAW Controllers
$564€503Check ↗
Presonus Eris Pro 4
Active Nearfield Monitors
$268€239Check ↗
Presonus Eris Pro 8
Active Nearfield Monitors
$414€369Check ↗
Presonus Faderport V2
DAW Controllers
$201€179Check ↗
Presonus Eris Studio 8 ARC Studio BDL
Active Nearfield Monitors
$727€649Check ↗
Presonus Eris Studio 5
Active Nearfield Monitors
$156€139Check ↗
Presonus Eris Studio 5
Active Nearfield Monitors
$156€139Check ↗
Presonus Studio Channel
Preamps
$310€277Check ↗
Presonus HP4
Headphone Amps
$150€134Check ↗
Presonus StudioLive AR16c
Analogue Mixing Desks
$671€599Check ↗
Presonus NSB 16.8
Stage Boxes for Digital Mixers
$911€813Check ↗
Presonus Eris Sub 8BT
Subwoofers
$212€189Check ↗
Presonus MicroStation BT
Studio Monitor Controllers
$136€121Check ↗
Presonus HP60
Headphone Amps
$335€299Check ↗
Presonus Faderport 16
DAW Controllers
$929€829Check ↗
Presonus DM-7
Microphone Sets for Drums
$245€219Check ↗
Presonus HP2
Headphone Amps
$112€100Check ↗
Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 24
Digital Mixers
$2,800€2,499Check ↗
Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 16
Digital Mixers
$2,162€1,929Check ↗
Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 32
Digital Mixers
$3,753€3,349Check ↗
Presonus Eris Pro Sub 10
Subwoofers
$425€379Check ↗
Presonus Central Station Plus
Studio Monitor Controllers
$725€647Check ↗
Presonus Eris 3.5BT 2nd Gen
Active Nearfield Monitors
$152€136Check ↗
Presonus Eris 3.5 2nd Gen
Active Nearfield Monitors
$109€97Check ↗
Presonus HD9
Studio Headphones
$64€57Check ↗
Presonus HD7
Studio Headphones
$48€43Check ↗
Presonus Eris 5BT 2nd Gen
Active Nearfield Monitors
$257€229Check ↗
Presonus Eris 4.5BT 2nd Gen
Active Nearfield Monitors
$201€179Check ↗
Presonus AVB-D16
Digital Converters
$716€639Check ↗
Presonus StudioLive S III SE 32R Bundle
Digital Mixers
$2,239€1,998Check ↗
Presonus Eris E5 Table Stand Bundle
Active Nearfield Monitors
$290€259Check ↗
Presonus Eris E5 Isolation Riser Bundle
Active Nearfield Monitors
$290€259Check ↗
Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 32R
Digital Mixers
$2,005€1,789Check ↗
Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 24R
Digital Mixers
$1,590€1,419Check ↗
Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 16R
Digital Mixers
$1,063€949Check ↗
Presonus Eris E5 Isolation Stand Bundle
Active Nearfield Monitors
$279€249Check ↗
Presonus Eris E5 M-Control+ Bundle
Active Nearfield Monitors
$301€269Check ↗
Presonus Eris E5 Tilt Stand Bundle
Active Nearfield Monitors
$257€229Check ↗
Presonus, honestly
What Presonus does well
- Excellent value for feature set
- Intuitive digital mixing workflow
- Robust build quality for live use
- Comprehensive software integration
What to watch for
- Software updates can sometimes be disruptive
- Can feel complex for absolute beginners
- Limited expandability on some models
- Some find the aesthetic a bit utilitarian
Questions about Presonus
Where are Presonus instruments made?
Presonus instruments are primarily manufactured in China, though design and engineering are handled in the United States. They maintain strict quality control processes throughout the production cycle.
Is PreSonus software compatible with other DAWs?
PreSonus’s Studio One DAW is its flagship software, but many of their plugins and tools are designed to be compatible with other popular DAWs like Ableton Live and Pro Tools.
What is the difference between the StudioLive AR and StudioLive Series III?
The Series III models represent a significant upgrade over the AR series, offering improved preamps, more flexible routing options, and enhanced digital processing capabilities.