Presonus AudioBox USB 96 25th Anniv Ed
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Presonus
AudioBox USB 96 25th Anniv Ed
Product Info
Article Number:
497748
Brand:
Presonus
Model:
AudioBox USB 96 25th Anniv Ed
Category:
USB Audio Interfaces
Price:
$104.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The AudioBox USB 96 25th Anniversary Edition is a great entry point for home recording and podcasting. It’s a reliable, bus-powered interface with a surprisingly sturdy build, and the included Studio One Pro is a huge bonus. Perfect for singer-songwriters or anyone just getting started with a basic recording setup.
Product Description
- Presonus AudioBox USB 96 25th Anniv Ed
- 2x2 USB 2.0 Recording Interface 24-Bit / 96 kHz
- 25th Anniversary edition
- Two mic/instrument inputs: XLR combo socket
- Two line outputs: 6.3 mm jack
- balanced
- MIDI input and output
- Stereo headphone output: 6.3 mm jack
- USB 2.0 connector
- +48V phantom power switchable
- Two gain controls and clip LED per channel
- Balance control between input and playback signal
- Volume control for line output
- USB bus-powered
- Metal housing
- Dimensions: 139.7 x 139.7 x 44.45 mm
- Weight: 2.27 kg
- System requirements for interface: Windows 7x 64/x86 SP1
- Windows 8/8.1 x64/x86
- Windows 10 x64/x86 or Mac OS X 10.8.5 or later
- Includes USB cable and Presonus Studio One Pro (download)
PROS
- • Solid metal chassis provides unexpected robustness for the price.
- • PreSonus’s MicX2 preamps deliver clean, usable gain for most vocal/instrument sources.
- • Studio One Pro inclusion offers a genuinely useful DAW for beginners.
- • Compact size makes it exceptionally portable for mobile recording setups.
CONS
- • USB 2.0 connectivity feels dated compared to newer USB-C interfaces.
- • Limited I/O restricts expandability for more complex recording scenarios.
- • Phantom power isn't the cleanest, may introduce noise with sensitive mics.
Product Video
Key Features
Inputs
2 XLR/TRS combo jacks
Outputs
2 TRS line outputs, 1 headphone output
Max Sample Rate
96 kHz
Bit Depth
24-bit
Preamps
2 MicX2 preamps
Weight
2.27 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The MicX2 preamps are respectable for the price point, but don't expect boutique-level clarity or headroom; they’re suitable for most vocals and instruments without excessive noise.
Yes, it supports Windows 10, but I'd recommend keeping drivers updated for optimal performance and compatibility.
Absolutely, the balanced outputs are a real asset for running cables longer distances to a mixer or other equipment, minimizing noise and preserving signal integrity.
