Presonus - StudioLive 32SC - 32-Channel Digital Mixer and USB Audio Interface (2024)

Small Digital Mixer. Big Power.

The StudioLive 32SC is a compact, rack-mountable 32-channel digital mixer that can be quickly and easily scaled for 16-, 24-, and 32-channel applications. Don't let the road-ready size fool you; the StudioLive 32SC sports a dual-core PreSonus FLEX DSP Engine powering 40 mixing channels, 26 mix buses, and 286 simultaneous processors including 4 stereo reverberation systems and Fat Channel plug-in models on every input channel and mix bus. With 128 (64x64) channels of USB recording and AVB network audio I/O, flexible routing options, and studio-grade audio quality, the StudioLive 32SC provides all the tools you need whether you're building your dream studio or putting together a pro touring rig.

The Scalable Digital Mixer.
The StudioLive 32SC digital mixer and the complete PreSonus StudioLive Series III ecosystem of AVB networking products allow you to create a system that is truly customized for your needs. Connect NSB-series stage boxes to add remote analog inputs and outputs wherever they're required and complete your 32-channel, 16-bus StudioLive 32SC. Add EarMix 16M personal monitor mixers to give your musicians their own customizable 16-channel monitor mixes. Multiple StudioLive Series III digital mixers can be networked, allowing you to route audio to and from any device on the audio network thanks to the flexibility of Digital Patching on your StudioLive 32SC digital mixer and in UC Surface remote mixer software.

The Best Music Recording Software, Included!
Studio One revolutionized music recording, making common mixing and production tasks as easy as drag-and-drop. Tight integration with StudioLive 32SC digital mixers allows you to control preamp levels and more right from the Studio One software console. Press the DAW button on your StudioLive 32SC, and your Studio One controls are right under your fingertips on your digital mixer. Studio One control can be toggled on and off, allowing you to quickly switch between your live mix and your production mix with the press of a button. Studio One Artist is included with the StudioLive 32SC, so you can start recording right out of the box.

Remote Control Your Digital Mixer from Anywhere- On Any Device.
PreSonus StudioLive Series III digital mixers are tightly integrated with an entire suite of state-of-the-art software. Mix wirelessly using UC Surface touch-control software for macOS, Windows, iPad and Android. Control your monitor mixes with QMix-UC for iPhone, iPod touch, and Android devices. Whether you're adjusting monitor mixes on stage, moving around the room to dial in your mix, or using your mobile device as a second screen for your StudioLive 32SC digital mixer, remotely controlling your mix from anywhere just got easier.

The Digital Mixer Built to Record Music.
With 128 (64x64) channels of recording over USB, you can record every input channel and bus on your StudioLive 32SC for the ultimate recording rig. Each channel can independently access its analog input or its dedicated digital return from your computer. Ten vintage EQ and classic compressor Fat Channel plug-in models are included and can be used onboard your mixer, as well as within Studio One. When you're ready for more signal processing options, PreSonus offers four Fat Channel plug-in collections with 15 additional models. Fat Channel plug-ins can be inserted on every input channel and output bus, giving you extensive, studio-style processing while mixing and recording.

Includes Studio Magic Plug-in Suite.
This suite of plug-ins adds a wealth of fresh virtual instruments 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.

Features
• Powered by the new dual-core PreSonus FLEX DSP Engine to provide the most processing of any digital mixer in its class
• 40 input-channel digital mixer with 17 touch-sensitive motorized faders
• 26 mix buses
• 286 simultaneous processors
• State Space-Modeled Fat Channel compressor and EQ plug-ins available on every input channel and output bus
• FLEX FX multi-effects processor with 4 slots to load legendary reverb emulations and delays with 4 dedicated effects buses
• 128-channel (64x64) recording over USB
• Onboard multi-channel SD recorder (34x34) with true Virtual Soundcheck mode
• Remote control every mix function from your computer, iPad, or Android tablet with UC Surface
• Capture 3.0 multitrack software included
• Advanced Studio One integration (Studio One Artist Included)

Specifications
Microphone Preamplifier
Input Type: XLR Female, balanced
Frequency Response to Main Output (at unity gain): 20-20 kHz, +/-0.5 dBu
Input Impedance: 1 kΩ
Common Mode Rejection Ratio (1 kHz at unity gain): 65 dB
Gain Control Range (+/- 1 dB): 0 dB to +60 dB
Maximum Input Level (unity gain): +12 dBu
Phantom Power (+/-2 VDC): 48 VDC, switchable per channel

Line Inputs
Grade: 1/4" TRS Female, balanced
Frequency Response to Main Output (at unity gain): 20-20 kHz, 0.5 dBu
Input Impedance: 10 kΩ
Maximum Input Level: +18 dBu

Tape Inputs
Grade: RCA Female, unbalanced (stereo pair)
Maximum Input Level: +12 dBu, +/-0.5 dBu

XLR Outputs
Grade: XLR Male, balanced
Maximum Output Level: +24 dBu, +/-0.5 dBu
Output Impedance: 100Ω

Line Outputs
Grade: 1/4" TRS Female, balanced
Maximum Output Level: + 18 dBu, +/-0.5 dBu
Output Impedance: 100Ω

Tape Outputs
Grade: RCA Female, unbalanced (stereo pair)
Maximum Output Level: + 18 dBu, +/-0.5 dBu
Output Impedance: 100Ω

Headphone Output
Grade: 1/4" TRS Female, active stereo
Maximum Output: 100 mW / ch. @ 60Ω load
Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+/-0.5 dB)
S / N ratio: 96 dB, 1 kHz, max gain, 20 Hz BW, unwtd

Digital Audio and Control
ADC Dynamic Range: 115 dB (A-wtd, 48 kHz)
DAC Dynamic Range: 115 dB (A-wtd, 48 kHz)
USB Recording Port: USB 2.0, Type-B
AES / EBU output: XLR Male
Network Control Port: RJ-45
AVB Audio Network Port: Locking XLR Ethernet
Internal Processing: 32-bit, floating point
Sampling rate: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz
A / D / A Bit Depth: 24
Reference Level for 0 dBFS: +18 dBu
Total System Latency: 1.9 ms (local routing, analog in-analog out, all processing active)

Power / Environmental
Connector: IEC
Input-Voltage Range: 90 to 230 VAC (+/-10%)
Power Requirements (continuous): 85W
Recommended Ambient Operating Temperature: 0⁰ to 40⁰ Celsius / 32⁰ to 104⁰ Fahrenheit

Physical
Dimensions: 22.97" x 17.59" x 6.51" / 58.35cm x 44.67cm x 16.54cm
Weight: 23.15 lbs. / 10.5 kg

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Description: The StudioLive 32SC is a compact, rack-mountable 32-channel digital mixer that can be quickly and easily scaled for 16-, 24-, and 32-channel applications. Don't let the road-ready size fool you; the StudioLive 32SC sports a dual-core PreSonus FLEX DSP Engine powering 40 mixing channels, 26 mix buses, and 286 simultaneous processors including 4 stereo reverberation systems and Fat Channel plug-in models on every input channel and mix bus.

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Presonus - StudioLive 32SC - 32-Channel Digital Mixer and USB Audio Interface (2024)

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The StudioLive® 32S is a powerful 32-channel mixer that provides the ultimate mixing experience, packing large-format features into a small-format chassis.

What are the outputs of StudioLive 32? ›

Line Outputs
Line Outputs
Type¼” TRS Female, balanced
Maximum Output Level+18 dBu, ±0.5 dBu
Output Impedance100Ω

Is presonus StudioLive an interface? ›

StudioLive™ Series III mixers are more than just powerful digital mixers, they are flexible multi-channel recording interfaces as well.

Do I need both audio interface and mixer? ›

An audio interface cannot replace a mixer for live sound reinforcement. It can replace a mixer for any sort of small recording or streaming setup, with, say, one or two microphones, a solo instrumentalist, or something similar. If an interface has all of the inputs and outputs you need, then you're good to go!

What are some weaknesses of PreSonus studio one? ›

Like Pro Tools, Cubase, and Logic, Studio One remembers the “Audio Workstation” aspects of “Digital Audio Workstation,” and its mixing... The only downsides (and they aren't major) are non-“core” features lack a certain depth, and new features tend to go a number of cycles without improvements.

Do I need a studio mixer? ›

You don't need a mixer to start recording at home and capture high-quality sounds. Many people opt to not use a mixer in order to save space at home. Modern DAW software will allow you to mix your tracks and get close to the same results 'in-the-box'. However, there are many reasons why you might choose to use a mixer.

Is PreSonus a Chinese company? ›

PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc.

(often known and styled as PreSonus) is an American manufacturer of professional audio equipment and software, used to create, record, mix, and master music and other audio. This includes their line of digital audio workstation (DAW) software, Studio One.

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Studio Mixers allow you to combine inputs from microphones and instruments and adjust their volume and EQ individually so that they work together. Many mixers also include digital effects that can be applied to individual channels or the entire mix.

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Hardwiring your mixer and your computer to the same router is the easiest configuration: Connect standard CAT5e or CAT6 Ethernet cables from your computer's Ethernet port to a LAN port on an Ethernet router and from the router to the Control port on the StudioLive's rear panel, as depicted above.

How many computers can I install PreSonus studio one on? ›

Knowledge Base

Each Studio One Pro license entitles you to 5 activations on a MAC or PC. This means that you can install S1 on up to 5 systems on a single key.

What does 48V mean on PreSonus? ›

Updated May 24, 2022. Phantom Power: Phantom Power or +48V is a method of sending an electrical current through a microphone cable.

Is an interface the same as a mixer? ›

A USB audio interface converts audio signals from digital to analog and vice versa. On the other hand, a mixer can record multiple tracks simultaneously and manipulate the incoming audio signal.

What is a studio interface used for? ›

An audio interface serves as the main hub of your studio. You'll need it to connect your studio monitors, your microphones via XLR or TRS, and so much more. In a nutshell, if you plan on recording or monitoring audio in a music production or sound engineering setting, you'll undoubtedly need a powerful interface.

What is PreSonus known for? ›

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Can you use PreSonus with Pro Tools? ›

Can I use my PreSonus interface with ProTools LE? Answer: With the release of ProTools 9, ProTools now works with PreSonus hardware. Make sure all the newest PreSonus drivers and the newest version of ProTools are installed for best results.

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