Audio Interface / Sound Card PreSonus Studio 26 USB Audio Interface with 2 XMAX-L Preamps

PreSonus Studio 26 USB Audio Interface with 2 XMAX-L Preamps

Great for podcasters, live streaming, DJs, and musicians on the road or in the studio, the Studio 26 2x4 USB 2.0 bus-powered audio/MIDI interface can record up to 24-bit, 192 kHz audio. Equipped with PreSonus XMAX-L solid-state preamps and high-end converters, it delivers professional quality audio in a rugged, compact enclosure, allowing you to create your next hit in your studio or on the go. A complete, all-in-one recording solution, the Studio 26 comes with PreSonus’ award-winning Studio One® Artist DAW software for Mac® and Windows®.

Superior sound

Audiophile-grade digital converters, ultra-low-jitter clocking, and XMAX-L solid-state preamps add up to a superior recording and listening experience. The Studio 26 operates at up to 192 kHz for ultra-high-definition mixing and recording. High-quality converters on every input and output provide 115 dB of dynamic range to capture complex musical harmonics smoothly and naturally with no audible distortion.

Perfect for guitarists, singer/songwriters, and podcasters

The Studio 26 is a great choice for podcasters, singer/songwriters, or a couple of guitarists who want to collaborate or jam. Use it for recording sermons and teaching music, too! A Cue Mix A/B function lets you toggle between two mixes while monitoring through headphones—perfect for DJs and to listen in on a performer’s monitor mix.

World-class recording software included

Seamlessly integrated with the included PreSonus Studio One® Artist DAW, the Studio 26 interface works with virtually all Mac and Windows audio-recording software. Built by creative people for creative music production, Studio One is easy to learn and enables you to compose, record, and produce your masterpiece without getting distracted by the tools. Studio One also enjoys a robust online community of enthusiastic and helpful users you can turn to for advice. Need a new loop or sample for your latest production? Studio One lets you shop, audition, and purchase new content right from your production environment.

The Studio 26 features two front-panel combo mic and switchable line/instrument inputs with +48V phantom power for condenser mics. In addition to L/R main outputs, you get two balanced line outputs for monitor mixing or speaker switching, while LED meters indicate input and output levels. All line-level outputs are DC coupled, enabling them to send control voltages. MIDI I/O enables connection to a keyboard, sound module, or control surface, as well, making it the central hub for your whole studio.

Now 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 flavor 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.

Specs

• Computer Connectivity: USB
• Form Factor: Desktop
• Simultaneous I/O: 2x4
• Number of Preamps: 2
• Phantom Power: Yes
• A/D Resolution: Up to 24-bit/192kHz
• Analog Inputs: 2 x XLR-1/4" combo (mic/line)
• Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4" (main out), 2 x 1/4" (line out)
• Headphones: 1 x 1/4"
• MIDI I/O: In/Out
• USB: 1 x Type B
• Bus Powered: Yes
• Software: Presonus Studio One Artist
• OS Requirements - Mac: OS X 10.8.5 or later, 2GHz multi-core processor or higher
• OS Requirements - PC: Windows 7 64-bit or later, 2GHz multi-core processor or higher
• Dimensions: 14 (5,5")x17,8 (7")x4,5 (1,75"") cm
• Weight: 2,27 kg