PreSonus Studio 68C 6x6 USB-C Audio Interface
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Professional quality for small and mid-sized studiosAn excellent choice for small bands, producers, and small and mid-sized studios, the Studio 68C 6-in, 6-out, USB-C audio interface records at up to 192 kHz. You get two mic/line/instrument and two mic/line inputs, all with PreSonus XMAX mic preamps, plus DC-coupled line outputs and MIDI I/O. A complete, all-in-one recording studio, the Studio 68C comes with PreSonus award-winning Studio One Artist music production software for macOS and Windows and is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 3.0 connections.
The 6-in, 6-out Studio 68C audio interface features USB-C computer connectivity and includes 2 combo mic/instrument/line inputs and 2 combo mic/line inputs with +48V phantom power for condenser mics, plus S/PDIF digital I/O. All four 1/4-inch TRS, line-level outputs are DC coupled, enabling them to send control voltages. A Cue Mix A/B function lets you toggle between two mixes while monitoring through headphonesperfect for DJs and to listen in on a performers monitor mix. The Studio 68Cs built-in MIDI interface enables connection to a keyboard, sound module, or control surface.
Superior Sound
The Studio 68C operates at up to 192 kHz for ultra-high-definition recording and mixing. High-quality converters on every input and output and PreSonus professional-grade XMAX mic preamps deliver incredibly high headroom, deep lows, smooth highs, and a rich overall sound.
Includes Studio Magic Plug-in Suite.
This suite of plug-ins adds a wealth of fresh sounds and effects to Studio One. Cherry-picked from the first names in virtual instruments and effects, each plug-in brings a different flavour of practical magic to your songs. These plug-ins aren't gimmicky one-trick ponies - these are real-deal workhorses that you'll rely on for countless mixes.
2018 Plug-In Suite Includes*:
• maag Audio - EQ2 Equalizer
• brainworx - BX Opto Compressor
• Lexicon - MPX-I Reverb
• SPL - Attacker Transient Shaper
• Klanghelm - SDRR2Tube Saturator
• Ouput - Movement Rhythm Processor
• Arturia - Analog Lab Lite Virtual Synth and Keys
*Content of Plug-In Suite is subject to change. Some conditions apply.
Features
Input/Output
• Simultaneous I/O up to 6 inputs/6 outputs (4x4 at 192 kHz)
• 2 mic/instrument/line inputs with XMAX Class A mic preamps
• 2 mic/line inputs with XMAX Class A mic preamps
• 2 balanced TRS main outputs
• DC coupled for sending control voltages
• 2 balanced TRS line outputs for monitor mixing
• DC coupled for sending control voltages
• 1 stereo headphone output
• MIDI In/Out
• Stereo S/PDIF digital I/O
Meters, Controls, and Features
• Direct monitoring
• Cue mix A/B (for headphone output)
• Front-panel level controls for main outputs
• True +48V phantom power for condenser microphones (global)
• 6 ladder-style LED level meters (4 input, 2 main output)
Integrated Software
• Studio One Artist
• Studio Magic Plug-in Suite
Digital
• USB-C port (USB 2.0)
• 24-bit resolution
• 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192 kHz sampling rates
Physical
• Road-rugged construction with all-metal chassis and metal knobs
Specifications
General
Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, or 192 kHz
Converter Resolution: 24 bit
Converter Dynamic Range: 114 dB
Converter Dynamic Range: 114 dB
Microphone Inputs
Maximum Level: +16 dBu (balanced, min gain)
Gain Range: 80 dB
Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (0.15 dB, min gain, 48 kHz)
Dynamic Range: 114 dB (A-wtd, min gain)
THD + N: 0.007% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, min gain)
EIN: -130 dBu (max gain, 150Ω, A-wtd)
Input Impedance: 1.6 KΩ
Phantom Power: +48 VDC (10 mA per channel)
Line Inputs
Maximum Level: +22 dBu (balanced, min gain)
Gain Range: 40 dB
Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (0.15 dB, min gain, 48 kHz)
Dynamic Range: 113.9 dB (A-wtd, min gain)
THD + N: 0.007% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, min gain)
Input Impedance10 kΩ
Instrument Inputs
Maximum Level: +15 dBu (unbalanced, min gain)
Gain Range: 80 dB
Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (0.1 dB, 48 kHz, min gain)
Dynamic Range: 114.7 dB (A-wtd, min gain)
THD + N: 0.012% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, min gain)
Input Impedance: 1 MΩ
Line Outputs (Mains)
Type: 1/4" TRS Female, DC Coupled
Maximum Level: +18 dBu (balanced)
Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz (0.2dB, unity gain, 48 kHz)
Dynamic Range: 109 dB (A-wtd)
THD + N: 0.001% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS)
Line Outputs (3/4)
Type: 1/4" TRS Female, DC coupled
Maximum Level: +18 dBu (balanced)
Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+/- 0.2 dB, unity gain, 48 kHz)
Dynamic Range: 109 dB (A-wtd)
THD + N: 0.0015% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS)
Headphone Outputs
Maximum Power: 150 mW/channel (56Ω load)
Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (0.2 dB, 56Ω load, 48 kHz)
Dynamic Range: 107 dB (A-wtd, 56Ω load)
THD + N: 0.002% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, no load)
Impedance Working Range: 32Ω to 300Ω
Physical
Height: 1.75" (44 mm)
Width: 9" (229 mm)
Depth: 5.5" (140 mm)
Weight: 2.4 lbs (1 kg)
Computer System Requirements
Mac
• Mac OS X 10.8.5 64-bit or later
• Intel i-series 2 GHz multicore processor (or AMD equivalent) or faster
• 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)
Windows
• Windows 7 x64/x86 SP1 + platform update, Windows 8.1 x64/x86, • Windows 10 x64/x86
• Intel i-series 2 GHz multicore processor (or AMD equivalent) or faster
• 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)
Mac and Windows Systems
• USB-C or USB-A 2.0 port
• 32 GB hard disk space
• PreSonus Universal Control 2.0 or higher
• Monitor with 1366x768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended)
• Multitouch-enabled monitor required for touch operation
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
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| Studio 68C 6x6 USB-C Audio Interface | 707155 |
