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PreSonus StudioLive AR12 14-Channel USB Hybrid Performance and Recording Mixer
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Pro-Quality Analog Mixing and Digital Recording in One Device
Compact and built for the road, the StudioLive AR12 USB is an easy-to-use, all-in-one solution for audio mixing and recording. With a wide variety of connections, two ways to record, and a simple, elegant mixing surface, it will quickly become the heart of your live and studio sound systems.
StudioLive AR12 USB 14-channel hybrid mixer makes it simple to mix and record live shows, studio productions, band rehearsals, podcasts, and much more. Mix with PreSonus' famous Class A preamps and three-band EQ. Create multitrack recordings and fly in backing tracks with a 24-bit, 96 kHz, USB 2.0 digital audio interface. Record and playback in stereo with the integrated SD digital recorder. Stream program music wirelessly, using onboard Bluetooth. Compact and road-ready, StudioLive AR mixers provide a superior all-in-one solution for mixing and recording your performances.
All of the connections and controls you need.
StudioLive AR12 USB mixers are packed with the connections and controls needed to mix and record live, in the studio, and in rehearsal. Each of the four mono channels and four stereo channels includes a 60 mm fader for level control; a mic input with one of PreSonus' prized Class A preamps; three-band EQ; and more. Besides the main outputs, you get two monitor mix outputs, each with a dedicate bus, for feeding stage wedges, a headphone amp, or an in-ear system. Since the StudioLive AR12 USB is also a studio mixer, you also get control-room outputs with level control to feed your studio monitors.
Sweeten with digital effects for a polished, professional-caliber sound.
To get a great mix, you need high-quality effects. The StudioLive AR12 USB has you covered with an internal stereo effects processor with 16 presets, including an assortment of room, hall, and plate reverbs; chorus and delay effects; even a preset that emulates an acoustically treated studio room to provide a warmer, more intimate tone. A dedicated effects return, complete with master level fader and dedicated monitor sends, lets you adjust the amount of the effects in your main and monitor mixes. You can even bypass the effects with a footswitch (optional). Its just another way that StudioLive AR mixers enable you to build professional-quality mixes and recordings quickly and easily.
Features:
Channels and Buses
• 14-channel mixer
• mono and 4 stereo channels, each with:
60 mm level fader
Pan
Mute
PFL solo
• 1 stereo Super Channel (Ch. 13/14)
• 2 monitor buses with PFL solo
• 1 stereo effects bus
• 1 stereo effects return with:
60 mm master fader
Dedicated monitor sends
Effects bypass footswitch jack
Inputs and Outputs
• 2 instrument inputs
• 12 balanced line inputs
• 2 unbalanced inserts
• 8 balanced mic inputs with:
Class A microphone preamp
Global 48V phantom power
• Stereo Super Channel with:
Stereo RCA inputs
1/8-inch stereo input
Switchable SD/USB stereo playback
Bluetooth 4.1 input
• L/R XLR main outputs
• 2 balanced TRS monitor outputs
• 1 balanced TRS effects output
• L/R Control Room outputs with level control
• Headphone output with level control
Signal Processing
• Highpass filter on every channel
• Mono channels: 3-band semi-parametric EQ with sweepable mid-band
• Stereo channels: 3-band semi-parametric EQ
• Stereo effects processor with 16 presets
Recording Options
• 14x4 24-bit/96 kHz, USB 2.0 audio recording interface
Record every channel plus the main mix
• 2x2 SD recorder
Record main mix
Supports SD and SDHC formats up to 32 GB
Integrated Software
• Capture recording software
• Studio One 3 Artist recording and production software (DAW)
Power
• Internal power supply
• Standard IEC power connector
Physical
• Sturdy metal construction
• 60 mm faders
• Rackmount kit optional
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 3.7" x 16" x 15.4" (95 mm x 402 mm x 391 mm)
Computer system requirements:
Below are the minimum computer-system requirements for use with Capture and Studio One.
Mac
Mac OS X 10.8.5
Intel Core 2 Duo processor (Intel Core i3 or faster recommended)
Windows
Windows 7 x64/x86 SP1 +platform update, Windows 8.1 x64/x86, Windows 10 x64/x86
Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon X2 processor (Intel Core i3 or AMD Athlon X4 or faster recommended)
Mac and Windows Systems
4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)
30 GB hard-drive space (Studio One)
Internal or external 7200 RPM storage drive highly recommended
Monitor with 1366x768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended)
The minimum system requirements may differ for DAWs other than Studio One. Please check the requirements for your DAW of choice with its manufacturer.
Compact and built for the road, the StudioLive AR12 USB is an easy-to-use, all-in-one solution for audio mixing and recording. With a wide variety of connections, two ways to record, and a simple, elegant mixing surface, it will quickly become the heart of your live and studio sound systems.
StudioLive AR12 USB 14-channel hybrid mixer makes it simple to mix and record live shows, studio productions, band rehearsals, podcasts, and much more. Mix with PreSonus' famous Class A preamps and three-band EQ. Create multitrack recordings and fly in backing tracks with a 24-bit, 96 kHz, USB 2.0 digital audio interface. Record and playback in stereo with the integrated SD digital recorder. Stream program music wirelessly, using onboard Bluetooth. Compact and road-ready, StudioLive AR mixers provide a superior all-in-one solution for mixing and recording your performances.
All of the connections and controls you need.
StudioLive AR12 USB mixers are packed with the connections and controls needed to mix and record live, in the studio, and in rehearsal. Each of the four mono channels and four stereo channels includes a 60 mm fader for level control; a mic input with one of PreSonus' prized Class A preamps; three-band EQ; and more. Besides the main outputs, you get two monitor mix outputs, each with a dedicate bus, for feeding stage wedges, a headphone amp, or an in-ear system. Since the StudioLive AR12 USB is also a studio mixer, you also get control-room outputs with level control to feed your studio monitors.
Sweeten with digital effects for a polished, professional-caliber sound.
To get a great mix, you need high-quality effects. The StudioLive AR12 USB has you covered with an internal stereo effects processor with 16 presets, including an assortment of room, hall, and plate reverbs; chorus and delay effects; even a preset that emulates an acoustically treated studio room to provide a warmer, more intimate tone. A dedicated effects return, complete with master level fader and dedicated monitor sends, lets you adjust the amount of the effects in your main and monitor mixes. You can even bypass the effects with a footswitch (optional). Its just another way that StudioLive AR mixers enable you to build professional-quality mixes and recordings quickly and easily.
Features:
Channels and Buses
• 14-channel mixer
• mono and 4 stereo channels, each with:
60 mm level fader
Pan
Mute
PFL solo
• 1 stereo Super Channel (Ch. 13/14)
• 2 monitor buses with PFL solo
• 1 stereo effects bus
• 1 stereo effects return with:
60 mm master fader
Dedicated monitor sends
Effects bypass footswitch jack
Inputs and Outputs
• 2 instrument inputs
• 12 balanced line inputs
• 2 unbalanced inserts
• 8 balanced mic inputs with:
Class A microphone preamp
Global 48V phantom power
• Stereo Super Channel with:
Stereo RCA inputs
1/8-inch stereo input
Switchable SD/USB stereo playback
Bluetooth 4.1 input
• L/R XLR main outputs
• 2 balanced TRS monitor outputs
• 1 balanced TRS effects output
• L/R Control Room outputs with level control
• Headphone output with level control
Signal Processing
• Highpass filter on every channel
• Mono channels: 3-band semi-parametric EQ with sweepable mid-band
• Stereo channels: 3-band semi-parametric EQ
• Stereo effects processor with 16 presets
Recording Options
• 14x4 24-bit/96 kHz, USB 2.0 audio recording interface
Record every channel plus the main mix
• 2x2 SD recorder
Record main mix
Supports SD and SDHC formats up to 32 GB
Integrated Software
• Capture recording software
• Studio One 3 Artist recording and production software (DAW)
Power
• Internal power supply
• Standard IEC power connector
Physical
• Sturdy metal construction
• 60 mm faders
• Rackmount kit optional
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 3.7" x 16" x 15.4" (95 mm x 402 mm x 391 mm)
Computer system requirements:
Below are the minimum computer-system requirements for use with Capture and Studio One.
Mac
Mac OS X 10.8.5
Intel Core 2 Duo processor (Intel Core i3 or faster recommended)
Windows
Windows 7 x64/x86 SP1 +platform update, Windows 8.1 x64/x86, Windows 10 x64/x86
Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon X2 processor (Intel Core i3 or AMD Athlon X4 or faster recommended)
Mac and Windows Systems
4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)
30 GB hard-drive space (Studio One)
Internal or external 7200 RPM storage drive highly recommended
Monitor with 1366x768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended)
The minimum system requirements may differ for DAWs other than Studio One. Please check the requirements for your DAW of choice with its manufacturer.
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I have owned this for 2 years now and am not disappointed. I do a lot of home recording, DJ work and also play in a 4 piece (2 guitars, vocals, bass, drums) rock band. It has not let me down. For recording I use Logic Pro X and it was a seamless integration. The amount of features packed into this thing at this price can't be beat. When recording you can run multiple headphone mixes and also take advantage of the stereo channels for overheads for drums. The SD card recording is great for last minute jams. Also the bluetooth connectivity is awesome for band practice when someone has something on their phone they want you to hear or really great when DJing and someone has a tune on their phone they want played. Obviously this is not a Neve or a SSD but is capable of professional quality sound in many applications. The mic pre's sound pretty impressive. I have also messed around with Studio One (included DAW software) and it is also amazing value considering it's free! (I use Logic because I am used to it and have a Mac). This is great value for a semi-pro musician, which most of us are.
Posted by Eric on Mar 8, 2018
Protect your investment with the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty
A warranty can be a very important factor when making a buying decision. Because repairs can be very expensive in terms of parts and labour costs, manufacturers usually only provide one year limited warranties that generally only cover items that malfunction due to a manufacturer’s defect. With an important purchase such as a musical
instrument or piece of studio gear, however, many people want to have the peace of mind in knowing that their investment will be protected should the product no longer be performing at 100%.
Because of this, Long & McQuade provides our customers with a FREE one-year Performance Warranty on most of our products. The Long & McQuade Performance Warranty supplements the manufacturer’s warranty to ensure that our customers receive complete “no hassle” warranty coverage within their first year.
How does the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty differ from most manufacturers' warranties?
- Performance Guarantee: Normal wear and tear is covered, so your product will be performing as well as the day you purchased it for the entire duration of the coverage. Band and Orchestral Performance Warranty does not include replacing pads or cleaning for woodwind instruments, unless deemed necessary by our repair staff. Ultrasonic cleaning for brass instruments will be provided if deemed necessary by our repair staff, but is not routinely offered under the Performance Warranty.
- Product Replacement: If your product cannot be fixed or costs too much to fix, we will replace it with the equivalent model for no additional charge. If this is not possible, a full refund will be provided.
- No Lemon Policy: Your product will be replaced should the same problem occur multiple times.
- Convenient: Easy drop off and pick up of the product at any Long & McQuade location.
- Guitar Setup: Guitars purchased at Long & McQuade come with 1 free setup, to be redeemed within 1 year for new guitars and 90 days for used guitars.
- Loaners Available: A loaner product may be given while the product is being repaired.
- Power Surge Protection: Your product is covered even if damaged from a power surge.
- Accessory Coverage: Any peripheral devices or accessories that come with your product (i.e. foot pedal, case) are also covered.
- Commercial Use Coverage: Music and recording professionals who purchase gear for “heavy-use” commercial purposes will still be covered.
Long & McQuade reserves the right to restrict the purchase of additional years of Performance Warranty. Used products come with a 3-month Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Some products (i.e. computers, software, cymbals and other items) are covered only by the manufacturer‘s warranty. Consumables (i.e. strings, reeds, drum sticks, batteries, tubes, cross faders) are excluded as they are designed to be replaced. Cosmetic Damage, Accidental Damage, or problems caused by Humidity or Temperature Issues are not covered. Speakers damaged by overpowering are generally not covered. Our coverage does not provide compensation for loss of use. As of June 2018 the Performance Warranty is no longer transferable. The warranty is only valid in Canada.
Purchasing additional years of coverage
Some manufacturers provide warranties for longer than 1 year; however, these are usually limited warranties that do not provide the same coverage as the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Customers interested in more complete and convenient (but not necessarily longer) coverage are still able to purchase additional years of the Performance Warranty.
If you are interested in receiving this coverage for longer than one year, you have the option of purchasing additional years of the Performance Warranty. The pricing is as follows:
- NEW products: Starting at 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. Starting at 4% for each additional year.
- USED products: Starting at 4% of the current new selling price to increase the warranty from 3 months to 1 year. Starting at 4% for each additional year.
- GUITARS: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year. $45 maximum. An additional free setup is not included with additional purchased years of Performance Warranty.
- BAND and ORCHESTRAL instruments: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year.
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
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| StudioLive AR12 14-Channel USB Hybrid Performance and Recording Mixer | 487145 |
