- Bands and Project Studios
- USB Type-C and USB Type-A Connectivity
- 8 Class-A Mic/Line Preamps (2 with Hi-Z)
- 2 Headphone Outs, 10 DC-Coupled Line Out
- 24-Bit / 192 kHz AD/DA
- External Power Supply / Mac, Windows
- Phantom Power, Monitor Mute/Mono
- MIDI, S/PDIF, and ADAT I/O
- 4-Segment I/O Metering, Wordclock Out
- DAWs, VIs, Plug-Ins, Loops, and Samples
Offering ultrahigh-resolution conversion, eight Class-A preamps, a host of outputs, and a powerful software package for bands and engineers in project studios, the PreSonus Studio 1824c rackmount 18×20 USB audio/MIDI interface blends studio-quality, sonic performance, bountiful and expandable I/O, and refreshing ease of use, all in a sturdy chassis that occupies just a single rack space.
With selectable 48V phantom power and eight XMAX Class-A mic preamps fed via XLR-1/4″ combo inputs, the Studio 1824c can accommodate any source from condenser microphones and active DI boxes to electric instruments and line-level mixer outputs with clarity and natural tonality. All inputs and outputs feature quality converters that let the interface operate at up to 24-bit / 48 kHz resolution without sacrificing channel count, or at a 192 kHz sample rate with 8×8 I/O functionality.
When you use speakers, multiple headphones, or both, the Studio 1824c provides equally ideal operability with its two independent 1/4″ headphone outputs, two main line/monitor outs, eight additional line outputs, and separate volume controls for both headphone outs and the main output.
A quick press of the mute button cuts the main outputs, so you can communicate with clients in the room without shouting over the music. The interface also features a mono button for checking the stereo-to-mono translation of your mix.
The 10 line outputs are DC-coupled, so you can send MIDI sync and sequencer data from your DAW as CV (control voltage) to external analog synthesizers and drum modules. Unlike many budget interfaces, the Studio 1824c sports 4-segment LED meters for all eight analog inputs and the main outs. The 5-pin MIDI I/O jacks on the rear panel allow simple hookup of a MIDI controller, synthesizer, or groovebox, making the Studio 1824c advantageous for beatmakers, keyboardists, and electronic music producers. With a BNC wordclock output and digital I/O connections for stereo S/PDIF and 8-channel ADAT, the Studio 1824c is a potent companion for other digital equipment such as external preamps with A/D converters and digital mixers.
The Studio 1824c is powered by the included 12 VDC power supply and is supplied with USB Type-C and USB Type-A cables for easy connectivity to your compatible macOS- or Windows-equipped computer. The interface is bundled with the robust and versatile Studio One Artist DAW software and the Studio Magic plug-in suite, delivering a host of effects, virtual instruments, and third-party loops, software, and instrument sounds to kickstart your creativity.
Dedicated buttons are presented for muting the main monitor feed and summing it to mono; both are valuable functions for running efficient sessions. Easy-to-use DSP monitor mixing lets you create four discrete, near-zero-latency mixes, enough for large ensembles.
The ADAT output comes into play when you need to run separate channels from your DAW to a digital headphone distribution system or a multichannel D/A converter.
- Single-window work environment
- Powerful drag-and-drop functionality
- Unlimited audio tracks, MIDI tracks, virtual instruments, buses, and FX channels
- Content browser with convenient sort options and preview player
- Intuitive MIDI-mapping system
- Real-time audio time-stretching and resampling
- Multitrack comping and MIDI editing
- Transient detection and editing, plus groove extraction
- Automatic delay compensation
- Advanced automation
- Integrates tightly with Celemony Melodyne
- Instantly configures to PreSonus interfaces
- Compatible with ASIO, Windows Audio, and Core Audio compliant interfaces
- 26 native effects (32-bit effects) and virtual instrument plug-ins
- Over 10GB of third-party software, loops, and instruments
- Mac and Windows compatible
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PreSonus Studio 1824c Specs
| Form Factor | Rackmount |
| Display | 10 x Multi-Segment LED Meter |
| Channels of I/O | Analog: 8 Inputs / 10 Outputs at 192 kHz Digital: 10 Inputs / 10 Outputs at 48 kHz |
| Maximum Sampling Rate | 192 kHz / 24-Bit |
| Number of Microphone Preamps | 8 Preamps |
| Input Level Adjustment | 8 x Knob |
| Expansion Slots | None |
| Pad | None |
| Gain/Trim Range | Mic Inputs: 80 dB Line Inputs: 40 dB Hi-Z Inputs: 80 dB |
| High-Pass Filter | None |
| Solo/Mute | Mute per Master |
| Analog Audio I/O | 2 x Combo XLR-1/4″ TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input (Front Panel) 6 x Combo XLR-1/4″ TRS Balanced Mic/Line Input 2 x 1/4″ TRS Balanced Monitor Output (DC-Coupled) 8 x 1/4″ TRS Balanced Line Output (DC-Coupled) 2 x 1/4″ TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output |
| Phantom Power | 48 V, Selectable On/Off (Applied to All Inputs) |
| Phantom Power Current | > 10 mA per Channel |
| Digital Audio I/O | 1 x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Input (S/MUX Support) 1 x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Output (S/MUX Support) 1 x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Input 1 x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Output |
| Host Connection / USB | 1 x USB-C (Class-Compliant) |
| Host Connection Protocol | USB 2.0 |
| USB (Non-Host) | None |
| Sync I/O | 1 x BNC Word Clock Output |
| Network I/O | None |
| MIDI I/O | 1 x DIN 5-Pin Input 1 x DIN 5-Pin Output |
| Wireless Connectivity | None |
| Frequency Response | Mic, Line Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (Unity Gain) Hi-Z Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (Min Gain) Monitor Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (Unity Gain) Line Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz Headphone Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (Unity Gain) |
| Maximum Input Level | Mic Inputs: +16 dBu (Balanced, Min Gain) Line Inputs: +21 dBu (Balanced, Min Gain) Hi-Z Inputs: +15 dBu (Unbalanced, Min Gain) |
| Maximum Output Level | Line/Monitor Outputs: +18 dBu (Balanced) |
| Headphone Output Power | 150 mW per Channel into 60 Ohms (Max) |
| Impedance | Mic Inputs: 1.4 Kilohms Line Inputs: 10 Kilohms Hi-Z Inputs: 1 Megohm Headphone Outputs: 32 to 600 Ohms |
| Dynamic Range | AD/DA Converters: 114 dB Mic Inputs: 110 dBA (Min Gain) Line/Hi-Z Inputs: 112 dBA (Min Gain) Monitor Outputs: 108 dBA Line Outputs: 108 dBA Headphone Outputs: 103 dBA (1 kHz) |
| THD+N | Mic Inputs: 0.005% (1 kHz, Unity Gain) Line Inputs: 0.005% (1 kHz, Min Gain) Hi-Z Inputs: 0.02% (1 kHz, Min Gain) Monitor Outputs: 0.004% (1 kHz, Unity Gain, at -1 dBFS) Line Outputs: 0.004% (1 kHz, Unity Gain, at -1 dBFS) Headphone Outputs: 0.25% (1 kHz, Unity Gain) |
| EIN | Mic Inputs: -128 dBu A-Weighted (150-Ohm Source, Max Gain) |
| Sample Rates | Up to 192 kHz (AD/DA Conversion) |
| Sample Rate Conversion | None |
| Bit Depths | Up to 24-Bit (AD/DA Conversion) |
| Sync Sources | ADAT, Internal, S/PDIF |
| Memory Card Slot | None |
| OS Compatibility | macOS 10.13 or Later (64-Bit Only) Windows 10 (64-Bit Only) iOS 10 or Later Android 6 or Later *As of November, 2021: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
| Included Software | Studio One Artist Ableton Live Lite |
| Compatible Software (Not Included) | Any Core Audio (Mac) Compliant Software |
| Supported Drivers/API & Plug-Ins | macOS Class-Compliant (No Driver Needed) Windows Driver Downloadable from Manufacturer |
| Processor Requirement | Mac: Intel Core i3 PC: Intel Core i3 AMD |
| RAM Requirements | 4 GB, 8 GB Recommended |
| Storage Requirements | 32 GB |
| Minimum Display Resolution | 1366 x 768 |
| Mobile Device Compatibility | iPad Pro iPad Air iPad Air 2 iPad Mini with Retina iPad Mini 4 iPad 4th Gen. Android Smartphone Android Tablet |
| Required Hardware | USB Cable (Included) Available USB 2.0 Port or USB-C Port |
| Internet Connection | Required for Registration, Software/Driver Download |
| Power Requirements | AC/DC Power Adapter (Included) |
| Rail Voltage | Preamp: +30 V |
| AC/DC Power Adapter | 12 V, Center-Positive (Included) |
| Rackmount Size | 1 RU (with Included Hardware) |
| Dimensions | 19 x 5.5 x 1.75″ / 482.6 x 139.7 x 44.45 mm |
| Weight | 4.8 lb / 2.2 kg |
| Package Weight | 6.91 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 24.5 x 9.4 x 0.3″ |
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