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Presonus STUDIO 68C USB-C Audio Interface

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$409.99

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Professional quality for small and mid-sized studios.

An excellent choice for small bands, producers, and small and mid-sized studios, the Studio 68c 6-in, 6-out, USB-C^™compatible audio interface records at up to 192 kHz. You get two mic/line/instrument and two mic/line inputs, all with PreSonus® XMAX mic preamps, plus DC-coupled line outputs and MIDI I/O. A complete, all-in-one recording studio, the Studio 68c comes with PreSonus’ award-winning Studio One® Artist music production software for macOS® and Windows® and is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 3.0 connections.

World-class recording software included.

Seamlessly integrated with the included PreSonus Studio One Artist music production software, the Studio 68c interface works with virtually all macOS and Windows recording software. Easy to learn, Studio One enables you to compose, record, and produce without getting distracted by the tools. 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.

Take the tour.

The 6-in, 6-out Studio 68c audio interface features USB-C^™ compatible computer connectivity and includes 2 combo mic/instrument/line inputs and 2 combo mic/line inputs with +48V phantom power for condenser mics, plus S/PDIF digital I/O. All four ¼-inch TRS, line-level outputs are DC coupled, enabling them to send control voltages. 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. The Studio 68c’s built-in MIDI interface enables connection to a keyboard, sound module, or control surface.

Superior sound.

The Studio 68c operates at up to 192 kHz for ultra-high-definition recording and mixing. High-quality converters on every input and output and PreSonus’ professional-grade XMAX mic preamps deliver incredibly high headroom, deep lows, smooth highs, and a rich overall sound.

Designed for the studio. Built for the road.

Whether you need a high-quality audio interface for DJing, are a veteran producer, or both, the Studio 68c will give you the ultra-high-def sound and versatile connectivity you need to make state-of-the-art recordings and perform them live. While it’s a perfect companion for any recording software, the Studio 68c and included Studio One Artist provide you with a complete, affordable, mobile recording studio.

Features

Input/Output

Simultaneous I/O up to 6 inputs/6 outputs (4x4 at 192 kHz)
2 mic/instrument/line inputs with XMAX Class A mic preamps
2 mic/line inputs with XMAX Class A mic preamps
2 balanced ¼” TRS main outputs
- DC coupled for sending control voltages
2 balanced ¼” TRS line outputs for monitor mixing
- DC coupled for sending control voltages
1 stereo headphone output
MIDI In/Out
Stereo S/PDIF digital I/O
1 USB-C^™ compatible 2.0 port
- USB-C^™ to USB-C^™ and USB-C^™ to USB-A cables included for compatibility with most computers

Meters, Controls, and Features

Direct monitoring
Cue mix A/B (for headphone output)
Front-panel level controls for main outputs
True +48V phantom power for condenser microphones (global)
6 ladder-style LED level meters (4 input, 2 main output)

Integrated Software

Studio One Artist^®
Studio Magic Plug-in Suite

Digital

USB-C^™ compatible port (USB 2.0)
24-bit resolution
44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192 kHz sampling rates

Physical

Road-rugged construction with all-metal chassis and metal knobs

Computer system requirements:

Below are the minimum computer-system requirements.

Mac

macOS® 10.11 or higher (64-bit only)
Intel® i-series 2 GHz multicore processor (or AMD equivalent) or faster
4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)

Windows

Windows® 7 x64 SP1 + platform update, Windows 8.1 x64, Windows 10 x64
Intel i-series 2 GHz multicore processor (or AMD equivalent) or faster
4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)

Mac and Windows Systems

USB-C^™ or USB-A 2.0 port compatiblity
32 GB hard disk space
PreSonus Universal Control 2.0 or higher
Monitor with 1366x768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended)
Multitouch-enabled monitor required for touch operation

Technical Specifications

General
Sample Rates	44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, or 192 kHz
Converter Resolution	24 bit
Converter Dynamic Range	114 dB
Converter Dynamic Range	114 dB

Microphone Inputs
Maximum Level	+16 dBu (balanced, min gain)
Gain Range	80 dB
Frequency Response	20 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.15 dB, min gain, 48 kHz)
Dynamic Range	114 dB (A-wtd, min gain)
THD + N	0.007% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, min gain)
EIN	-130 dBu (max gain, 150Ω, A-wtd)
Input Impedance	1.6 kΩ
Phantom Power	+48 VDC (10 mA per channel)

Line Inputs
Maximum Level	+22 dBu (balanced, min gain)
Gain Range	40 dB
Frequency Response	20 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.15 dB, min gain, 48 kHz)
Dynamic Range	113.9 dB (A-wtd, min gain)
THD + N	0.007% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, min gain)
Input Impedance	10 kΩ

Instrument Inputs
Maximum Level	+15 dBu (unbalanced, min gain)
Gain Range	80 dB
Frequency Response	20 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.1 dB, 48 kHz, min gain)
Dynamic Range	114.7 dB (A-wtd, min gain)
THD + N	0.012% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, min gain)
Input Impedance	1 MΩ

Line Outputs (Mains)
Type	¼" TRS Female, DC Coupled
Maximum Level	+18 dBu (balanced)
Frequency Response	20Hz - 20kHz (±0.2dB, unity gain, 48 kHz)
Dynamic Range	109 dB (A-wtd)
THD + N	0.001% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS)

Line Outputs (3/4)
Type	¼" TRS Female, DC coupled
Maximum Level	+18 dBu (balanced)
Frequency Response	20 Hz - 20 kHz (+/- 0.2 dB, unity gain, 48 kHz)
Dynamic Range	109 dB (A-wtd)
THD + N	0.0015% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS)

Headphone Outputs
Maximum Power	150 mW/channel (56Ω load)
Frequency Response	20 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.2 dB, 56Ω load, 48 kHz)
Dynamic Range	107 dB (A-wtd, 56Ω load)
THD + N	0.002% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, no load)
Impedance Working Range	32Ω to 300Ω
Physical
Height	1.75" (44 mm)
Width	9" (229 mm)
Depth	5.5" (140 mm)
Weight	2.4 lbs (1 kg)