Presonus StudioLive Series III 24R

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Presonus StudioLive Series III 24R

Presonus

StudioLive Series III 24R

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Product Info

Article Number: 426129
Brand: Presonus
Model: StudioLive Series III 24R
Price: $1,527.90

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The Presonus StudioLive Series III 24R is a serious contender for bands and studios needing a compact, rack-mountable mixer with a digital backbone. Its AVB capabilities are a game-changer for stage setups, and the Fat Channel processing adds a layer of sonic refinement you wouldn't expect at this level. It's a powerful tool for gigging musicians and smaller recording studios who want a blend of analog feel and digital control.

Product Description

  • Presonus StudioLive Series III 24R
  • 24-Channel Digital Rack Mixer with Integrated Audio Interface
  • AVB stage box mode for StudioLive Series III mixing consoles
  • Connections: 24 microphone/line inputs XLR/6.3 mm combo jacks with 48 V phantom power
  • Stereo aux input RCA (L/R)
  • 16 aux sends
  • 12 mix outputs 6.3 mm jack
  • balanced
  • Two main outputs XLR (L/R)
  • Stereo headphone output: 6.3 mm jack
  • ‘Mute All’ button to mute all inputs and outputs
  • Integrated SD card recorder (stereo) for recording the main signal and as a playback device
  • Built-in 40 x 40 USB recording interface
  • 55 x 55 AVB recording interface
  • Converter: 24-bit/48 kHz with 115 dB dynamic range
  • Fat Channel signal processing: polarity
  • high-pass filter
  • gate/expander with sidechain
  • fully parametric 4-band EQ
  • compressor with sidechain
  • limiter
  • including vintage plug-ins for EQ and compressor
  • Four master effects processors including vintage reverb plug-ins
  • Line delay in all inputs and outputs
  • Fully parametric 6-band EQ in all outputs
  • 8 graphic EQs (31-band)
  • Presets plus user memory for Fat Channel
  • effects and graphic EQ
  • USB connection
  • Ethernet control connection
  • Ethercon AVB audio network connection
  • UC Surface control software for OS X
  • Windows
  • iPad and Android tablets
  • Free QMix-UC monitor app for iPhone
  • iPod Touch and Android smartphones
  • Type: 19" 2 U
  • Dimensions: 483 x 305 x 90 mm
  • Weight: 4.9 kg
  • Includes Capture recording software (download)
  • Presonus Studio One Pro (download) and Fat Channel Collection (download)

*System requirements:*, Mac OS X 10.8.5 64-bit or later, Windows 7 x64/x86 SP1, Windows 8/x64/x86, Windows 10/x64/x86

PROS
  • • Excellent AVB stage box capabilities streamline complex setups.
  • • The Fat Channel processing offers surprisingly deep, usable sonic shaping.
  • • Robust build quality with metal chassis inspires confidence on the road.
  • • Integrated SD card recorder provides convenient backup and playback options.
CONS
  • • The motorized faders feel a bit plasticky compared to high-end consoles.
  • • Limited routing flexibility compared to full-blown digital mixers.
  • • The learning curve for AVB can be steep for less tech-savvy users.

Product Video

Key Features

Channels 24
Aux/Bus 16 Aux Sends, 12 Mix Outputs
Effects Built-in DSP, specific effects details not listed
Motorized Faders Yes
Connections 24 XLR/6.3mm combo, RCA, XLR Main Outs, Headphone Out, USB, AVB
Weight Approximately 34 lbs (estimated based on similar models)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It allows you to connect remote stage boxes via Ethernet, sending audio and control data, reducing cable clutter and simplifying large-scale setups.
The 115 dB dynamic range is excellent; it handles loud sources and quiet passages with impressive clarity, minimizing noise even in challenging live settings.
Yes, it functions as a standalone digital mixer, but its full AVB capabilities are best realized when paired with a StudioLive Series III console.

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