{"id":4600,"date":"2025-12-17T06:34:41","date_gmt":"2025-12-17T06:34:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blackwatersoundco.com\/?post_type=product&p=4600"},"modified":"2025-12-30T15:10:28","modified_gmt":"2025-12-30T21:10:28","slug":"studiolive-ar16c16-channel-usb-c-compatible-audio-interface-analog-mixer-stereo-sd-recorder","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/blackwatersoundco.com\/index.php\/product\/studiolive-ar16c16-channel-usb-c-compatible-audio-interface-analog-mixer-stereo-sd-recorder\/","title":{"rendered":"Presonus StudioLive AR16c 16-Channel USB-C\u2122 Compatible Audio Interface\/Analog Mixer\/Stereo SD Recorder"},"content":{"rendered":"

Don\u2019t let the classic analog mixer design fool you \u2014 the PreSonus StudioLive\u00ae AR16c<\/strong> is a powerful hybrid analog recording mixer<\/strong> built for serious recording, live sound, and content creation. Designed for musicians, bands, podcasters, and small studios, the AR16c delivers studio-quality audio with intuitive hands-on control.<\/p>\n

The StudioLive AR16c features 12 high-gain XMAX\u2122 microphone preamps<\/strong>, providing clean, detailed sound with excellent headroom for vocals, drums, acoustic instruments, and low-output microphones. Its integrated 18×4, 24-bit \/ 96 kHz USB-C audio interface<\/strong> lets you record every channel individually plus the main mix<\/strong> directly into your DAW, making multitrack recording simple and reliable.<\/p>\n

Combining analog warmth with modern flexibility, the AR16c includes a musical 3-band analog EQ<\/strong> on every channel, mic\/line boost<\/strong> for low-level sources like vintage synths, and built-in digital effects<\/strong> featuring rich reverbs and lush delays. Bluetooth\u00ae connectivity<\/strong> allows wireless playback from phones or tablets, while the stereo SD card recorder<\/strong> enables computer-free recording of live performances and rehearsals.<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re mixing live shows, recording rehearsals, livestreaming events, or producing content at home, the PreSonus StudioLive AR16c is a versatile, all-in-one mixing and recording solution that scales with your workflow.<\/p>\n

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    Hybrid analog recording mixer<\/strong> with intuitive hands-on control<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    12 XMAX\u2122 microphone preamps<\/strong> for pristine, low-noise audio<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    18×4 USB-C audio interface<\/strong> (24-bit \/ 96 kHz) \u2014 record every channel plus main mix<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Stereo SD card recorder (2×2)<\/strong> \u2014 records main mix; supports SD and SDHC cards up to 32 GB<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    3-band analog EQ<\/strong> on all channels for musical tone shaping<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Built-in digital effects<\/strong> with high-quality reverbs and delays<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Bluetooth\u00ae audio connectivity<\/strong> for wireless playback<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    XLR main outputs<\/strong>, plus L\/R control room outputs and dedicated headphone output<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Global +48V phantom power<\/strong> for condenser microphones<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Complete recording solution<\/strong> \u2014 includes Capture\u2122 live-recording software and Studio One\u00ae Artist DAW for macOS\u00ae and Windows\u00ae<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Internal power supply<\/strong> \u2014 no external adapter required<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Rackmount kit included<\/strong>; optional carrying backpack available<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    Ideal For<\/h3>\n
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      Full bands and live performers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Home and project studios<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Churches and rehearsal spaces<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Podcasters and livestreamers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Content creators and educators<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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