Presonus Studio 24c

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Presonus Studio 24c

Presonus

Studio 24c

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 457479
Brand: Presonus
Model: Studio 24c
Price: $130.90

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The Studio 24c is a great entry point for singer-songwriters, bedroom producers, or anyone needing a simple, reliable audio interface. The XMAX preamps are surprisingly good for the price, and the inclusion of Studio One Artist is a real bonus. It’s a solid, no-frills option that gets the job done.

Product Description

  • Presonus Studio 24c
  • USB-C 2x2 Audio Interface
  • 24 Bit / 192 KHz
  • Two front combo inputs Mic/Line/Inst: XLR/jack
  • 48 V phantom power
  • Two XMAX L mic preamps
  • Two balanced TRS main outputs with front panel level control
  • DC-coupled line outputs allow CV/Gate signals to be sent out of the DAW
  • Stereo headphone output
  • LED level indicators - two inputs
  • two main outputs
  • MIDI In and Out
  • Latency-free monitoring
  • Bus powered
  • Compatible with Windows 7 or later
  • Mac OSX 10.11 or later
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 44 x 180 x 144 mm
  • System requirements Interface: Windows 10 or later
  • Mac OSX 10.11 or later
  • Weight: 0.9 kg
  • Including Studio One Artist (download)
PROS
  • • XMAX preamps deliver clean gain with a touch of character
  • • Compact size makes it ideal for small home studios and mobile setups
  • • DC-coupled outputs unlock CV/Gate control for modular synth integration
  • • Bundled Studio One Artist is a solid, capable DAW for beginners
CONS
  • • Build quality feels a bit plasticky for frequent gigging or heavy use
  • • Limited I/O might restrict users needing more inputs/outputs
  • • Headphone output lacks power for high-impedance headphones

Product Video

Key Features

Inputs 2 combo XLR/jack (Mic/Line/Inst)
Outputs 2 balanced TRS, 1 stereo headphone
Max Sample Rate 192 kHz
Bit Depth 24 Bit
Preamps 2 XMAX Class A
Weight 0.9 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the XMAX preamps offer a cleaner, more musical sound than many budget interfaces, providing a subtle warmth and punch without excessive noise.
Absolutely, the Studio 24c is class-compliant and works seamlessly with most major DAWs including Ableton Live and Logic Pro.
The headphone output is adequate for most headphones, but users with high-impedance headphones might find the output a bit underpowered and require a dedicated headphone amp.

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