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PreSonus Studio 68C - Versatile, Ultra High Definition USB-C Compatible Audio Interface

Brand: PreSonus

Model Number: Studio 68C

Product Code: QD1370

Availability: In stock

AED 1,199.00

The PreSonus Studio 68c desktop 6x6 USB audio/MIDI interface blends studio-quality sonic performance, versatile I/O, and refreshing ease of use.

The PreSonus Studio 68c desktop 6x6 USB audio/MIDI interface blends studio-quality sonic performance, versatile I/O, and refreshing ease of use.

With selectable 48V phantom power and four XMAX Class-A mic preamps fed via XLR-1/4" combo inputs, the Studio 68c 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 resolutions up to 24-bit / 96 kHz resolution without sacrificing channel count or at 176.4 kHz or 192 kHz sample rates with 4x4 I/O functionality.

Whether you monitor through speakers, headphones, or both, the Studio 68c provides equally ideal operability with its 1/4" headphone output, two main line/monitor outs, two additional line outputs, and independent main/headphone volume controls. The four 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.

The headphone mix can be sourced from outputs 1-2 or 3-4 via the A/B switch, a simple solution for getting a special cue mix to the artist. A quick press of the Mon button enables direct monitoring, mixing the latency-free analog input signal with the return from your computer. Unlike many budget interfaces, the Studio 68c sports 4-segment LED meters for all four analog inputs and the main outs.

The supplied breakout cable provides 5-pin MIDI I/O jacks to allow simple hookup of a MIDI controller, synthesizer, or groovebox, making the Studio 68c advantageous for beatmakers, keyboardists, and electronic music producers. Also on the breakout cable are RCA coaxial jacks, which are a welcome bonus for interconnecting digital audio equipment outfitted with S/PDIF digital I/O.

Features

  • The Studio 68c's four XMAX Class-A mic preamps use discrete components and are known for their high headroom, musicality, and transparency along with ultralow noise. With switchable 48V phantom power, XLR-1/4" combo inputs, and a line/instrument switch (for inputs 1-2), the interface is more than capable of accommodating dynamic or condenser microphones, electric instruments such as guitar, bass, and keyboard, or line-level signals from mixing consoles or outboard mic preamps.
  • Boasting support for digital resolutions up to 24-bit / 192 kHz, the Studio 68c is equipped to perform AD/DA conversion with clarity and precision. It can also serve as a quality DAC for playback of ultra-high-resolution files from your computer.
  • All four line outputs on the Studio 68c are DC-coupled, allowing them to send MIDI sync and sequencer data from your DAW as CV (control voltage) to external analog synthesizers and drum modules. This makes the Studio 68c well suited for marrying analog sequencers, synths, and Eurorack gear with your DAW.
  • The front panel of the Studio 68c is adorned with 4-segment LED meters for all four analog inputs and the main outputs, letting you keep an eye on your input and mix levels when you're recording by yourself.
  • The Studio 68c features a straightforward direct monitor function. Just press the Mon button on the front panel to enable direct monitoring, which mixes the latency-free analog input signal with the return from your computer.
  • Integration of MIDI equipment is no problem for the Studio 68c. It offers traditional 5-pin MIDI I/O via the included breakout cable for straightforward connectivity with common gear such as a MIDI keyboard controller, synthesizer, or drum machine.

Specifications

Form Factor

Tabletop

Display

6 x Multi-Segment LED Meter

Channels of I/O

Analog:
4 Inputs / 4 Outputs
Digital:
2 Inputs / 2 Outputs

Max Sample Rate/Resolution

192 kHz / 24-Bit

Number of Mic Preamps

4

Input Level Adjustment

4 x Knob

Analog Audio I/O

2 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input
2 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced Mic/Line Input
4 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line/Monitor Output (DC-Coupled)
1 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 RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Input (on Included Breakout Cable)
1 x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Output (on Included Breakout Cable)

Host Connection / USB

1 x USB Type-C (Class-Compliant USB 2.0)

MIDI I/O

1 x DIN 5-Pin Input (on Breakout Cable)
1 x DIN 5-Pin Output (on Breakout Cable)

Other I/O

1 x DE-9/DB-9 Breakout Cable In/Out

Frequency Response

Mic, Line Inputs:
20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.15 dB (at 48 kHz, Min Gain)
Hi-Z Inputs:
20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.1 dB (at 48 kHz, Min Gain)
Monitor Outputs:
20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.2 dB (at 48 kHz, Unity Gain)
Line Outputs:
20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.2 dB (at 48 kHz, Unity Gain)
Headphone Outputs:
20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.2 dB (at 48 kHz)

Gain/Trim Range

Mic Inputs:
80 dB
Line Inputs:
40 dB
Hi-Z Inputs:
80 dB

Max Input Level

Mic Inputs:
+16 dBu (Balanced, Min Gain)
Line Inputs:
+22 dBu (Balanced, Min Gain)
Hi-Z Inputs:
+15 dBu (Unbalanced, Min Gain)

Max Output Level

Line/Monitor Outputs:
+18 dBu (Balanced)

Headphone Output Power

150 mW per Channel into 56 Ohms (Max)

Impedance

Mic Inputs:
1.6 Kilohms
Line Inputs:
10 Kilohms
Hi-Z Inputs:
1 Megohm
Headphone Outputs:
32 to 300 Ohms

Dynamic Range

AD/DA Converters:
114 dB
Mic Inputs:
114 dBA (Min Gain)
Line Inputs:
113.9 dBA (Min Gain)
Hi-Z Inputs:
114.7 dBA (Min Gain)
Monitor Outputs:
109 dBA
Line Outputs:
109 dBA
Headphone Outputs:
107 dBA

THD+N

Mic/Line Inputs:
0.007% (1 kHz, Min Gain, at -1 dBFS)
Hi-Z Inputs:
0.012% (1 kHz, Min Gain, at -1 dBFS)
Monitor Outputs:
0.001% (1 kHz, at -1 dBFS)
Line Outputs:
0.0015% (1 kHz, at -1 dBFS)
Headphone Outputs:
0.002% (1 kHz, at -1 dBFS)

EIN

Mic Inputs:
-130 dBu A-Weighted

Sample Rates

Up to 192 kHz (AD/DA Conversion)

Bit Depths

Up to 24-Bit (AD/DA Conversion)

Sync Sources

Internal, S/PDIF

OS Compatibility

macOS 10.13 or Later (64-Bit Only)
Windows 10 (64-Bit Only)

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)

Processor Requirement

Mac:
Intel Core i3
PC:
Intel Core i3
AMD

RAM Requirements

4 GB, 8 GB Recommended

Storage Requirements

30 GB

Minimum Display Resolution

1366 x 768

Required Hardware

USB Cable (Included)
Available USB 2.0 Port or USB Type-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 at 1 A, Center-Positive (Included)

Dimensions

22.9 x 14 x 4.45 cm

Weight

1100 g

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