Presonus StudioLive AR8c

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Presonus StudioLive AR8c

Presonus

StudioLive AR8c

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 483360
Brand: Presonus
Model: StudioLive AR8c
Price: $460.90

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The AR8c is a seriously handy little mixer for songwriters, podcasters, and small bands. It’s got a built-in USB interface for easy recording and that SD card recorder is a game-changer for capturing ideas on the fly. It’s a great value proposition if you need a compact, feature-rich solution without needing a massive console.

Product Description

  • Presonus StudioLive AR8c
  • 8-Channel Analogue Mixer with USB Audio Interface
  • 8 x 4 USB 2.0 (USB C) audio interface (24 Bit/96 kHz)
  • Multi-track recording on Mac and PC
  • SD card recorder/player with 24-bit/44.1 kHz (recording: WAV
  • playback: WAV and MP3)
  • Bluetooth 5.0 receiver
  • Four microphone inputs (XLR) with class A microphone preamps
  • +48 V phantom power switchable
  • Six balanced line inputs (two mono channels)
  • Two stereo channels
  • Two instrument inputs (channels 1 and 2)
  • Channels 1 and 2 with high-pass filter
  • Super Channel (channel 7/8) with various input options: RCA input (L/R)
  • 3.5 mm stereo jack
  • Switchable playback of Bluetooth sources and SD card or USB playback stream from computer
  • Main output L/R (XLR) with LED level indicator
  • Stereo headphone output
  • Digital effects (16 presets)
  • System requirements: Mac OS X 10.11 or later / Win 7
  • 8 and 10
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 284 x 313 x 89 mm
  • Weight: 3.2 kg
  • Includes Presonus Studio One Pro (Download)
PROS
  • • Excellent class-A preamps deliver clean, low-noise recordings.
  • • The integrated SD card recorder provides reliable standalone recording.
  • • Bluetooth 5.0 offers convenient wireless audio input options.
  • • Super Channel versatility handles diverse input sources effectively.
CONS
  • • EQ is basic; lacks the precision of more advanced consoles.
  • • Limited headroom on the master bus can cause clipping at higher levels.
  • • The plastic case feels a little budget-oriented, not as robust as all-metal options.

Product Video

Key Features

Channels 8
Aux Sends 2
EQ Bands 2
Fader Type Short-throw
Connections XLR, TRS, RCA, 3.5mm, USB-C
Weight 14.3 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The effects are decent for basic needs, but don’t expect pristine studio quality; they're more for adding a little flavor.
No, the USB interface is primarily for recording *from* the mixer to a computer; playback is handled separately via Bluetooth or SD card.
Absolutely, it’s great for connecting a DJ’s laptop or an external playback device, providing extra routing flexibility.

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