PreSonus StudioLive AR8 USB Mixer

CAPTURES 96KHZ MULTITRACK AUDIO AS YOU MIX

A great performance is one you’ll want to preserve. Fortunately, the compact StudioLive AR8 USB from PreSonus makes it easy to capture multitrack audio in stunning 24-bit/96kHz as you mix. You can send all channels to dedicated tracks in Studio One (included) for later mixdown. Or for something that’s ready to stream instantly to your fans, you can grab a stereo mix of the show via the onboard HCSD card recorder. Class A preamps and all-analog channel EQs capture clean vocals, guitars, and drums. And the AR8 USB’s 16 flawless digital stereo reverbs, delays, and chorus let you add space and texture to instruments. You can even stream music wirelessly over easy-pairing Bluetooth 4.1 to keep guests entertained before the show begins.

A compact mixer-recorder for live sets and podcasting

We all know performers who freeze when the record light goes on. So it just makes sense to capture a band or group in their natural element, whether that’s onstage feeding off the crowd or sitting around a table casually strumming a guitar. The PreSonus StudioLive AR8 USB makes it easy to record full sets and podcasts while you’re mixing. You can capture the whole show live in stereo to an SD card or send all tracks to the included Studio One DAW software for later tweaking.

Clean Class A mic pres and analog 3-band EQs preserve tone

The Guitar Store knows the heart of any good mixer is its signal fidelity. That’s why we’re pleased to see the StudioLive AR8 USB packed with quality audio circuitry: low-noise Class A preamps, all-analog 3-band channel EQs, and musical low-cut filters. Smooth rotary level knobs let you ride vocal levels between choruses or tame guitar signals after the lead player turns up. Dedicated Monitor, Main, Headphone, and Control Room controls ensure your room and talent can hear everything comfortably.

Dedicated Bluetooth 4.1/aux channel gets guests dancing

Running out of tracks for your music player is a bummer. So is calling everyone in your contacts list at 10PM to see if anyone has a spare 1/8″-to-1/4″ adapter plug. But these are problems of the past with the StudioLive AR8 USB. Powerful, easy-pairing Bluetooth 4.1 connects to any compatible mobile device in seconds to ensure your dance floor never goes quiet. Older iPods and music devices with standard headphones can be used, too, thanks to a dedicated 3.5mm stereo aux jack.

FREE plug-in suite for your favorite DAW

PreSonus delivers more value than ever with their mixers and interfaces, thanks to the Studio Magic Plug-in Suite. This extensive collection of seven popular plug-ins covers models of top studio gear from manufacturers such as Maag Audio, Lexicon, and Arturia, adding up to hundreds of dollars of extra value. Punch up your mix bus with Brainworx’s bx-opto, add ambience with Eventide’s SP2016-inspired Stereo Room reverb, fire up transients with SPL’s Attacker, and much more. And since these plug-ins are available in AAX, VST, and AU formats, they’re compatible with any DAW you choose.

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