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PreSonus StudioLive AR12c USB-C 14-Channel Hybrid Performance and Recording Mixer
Product Highlights
- 4 Mono and 4 Stereo Channels
- Stereo Super Channel
- 14x4 24-Bit / 96 kHz USB Audio Interface
- Built-In 2x2 SD Recorder
- 8 Class-A XMAX Microphone Preamps
- Two Instrument Inputs
- 3-Band EQ & Wireless Bluetooth Streaming
- Capture & Studio One Software Included
- Studio Magic Plug-In Suite Included
PreSonus SLMAR12C Overview
Building upon the success of the original Studiolive AR12 USB, the PreSonus StudioLive AR12c is a 14-channel hybrid performance and recording mixer well suited for a variety of applications including mixing and recording live shows, studio productions, band rehearsals, podcasts, and more. Updates to the AR12c include a USB Type-C connection, Bluetooth 5.0, and a refresh to the design and layout. The mixer is packed with analog connections and digital tools that are powerful, yet easy to learn and use. The mixer features XMAX Class-A preamps and 3-band EQs.
The StudioLive AR12c offers recording with or without a computer. Multitrack record and fly in backing tracks with its 24-bit / 96 kHz, USB 2.0 Type-C audio interface or record and playback a stereo mix with the integrated SD digital recorder. Additionally, the mixer features a Super Channel, which allows you to connect four stereo analog and digital sources at once, enabling the mixer to be used with high-tech devices including smartphones and tablets for wireless Bluetooth streaming. The StudioLive AR12c ships with a power cord, USB cable, Studio One 3 Artist production software, and Capture recording software.
Channels and Buses
- 14-channel mixer
- 4 mono and 4 stereo channels, each with:
- 60 mm level fader
- Pan
- Mute
- PFL solo
- 1 stereo Super Channel (Ch. 13/14)
- 2 aux buses with PFL solo
- 1 stereo effects bus
- 1 stereo effects return with:
- 60mm master fader
- Dedicated monitor sends
- Effects bypass footswitch jack
Inputs and Outputs
- 2 instrument inputs
- 12 balanced line inputs
- 2 unbalanced inserts
- 8 balanced mic inputs with:
- Class-A microphone preamp
- Global 48V phantom power
- Stereo Super Channel with:
- Stereo RCA inputs
- 1/8-inch stereo input
- Switchable SD/USB stereo playback
- Bluetooth 4.1 input
- L/R XLR main outputs
- 2 balanced TRS Aux outputs
- 1 balanced TRS effects output
- L/R Control Room outputs with level control
- Headphone output with level control
Signal Processing
- High-pass filter on channels 1-4
- +10 dB switch for channels 5/6-11/12
- Mono channels: 3-band semi-parametric EQ with sweepable mid band
- Stereo channels: 3-band semi-parametric EQ
- Stereo effects processor with 16 presets
Recording Options
- 14x4 24-bit / 96 kHz, USB 2.0 Type-C audio recording interface
- Record every channel plus the Main Mix
- 2x2 SD recorder
- Record main mix
- Supports SD and SDHC formats up to 32 GB
Integrated Software
- Capture recording software
- Includes Studio Magic Plug-in Suite with Maag Audio EQ 2, SPL Attacker, Arturia instruments and more
- Includes Studio One 3 Artist software (DAW)
Power
- Internal power supply
- Standard IEC power connector
Physical
- Sturdy metal construction
- 60mm level fader
- Optional rackmount kit and carrying backpack available (not included)
PreSonus SLMAR12C Specs
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Computer System Requirements
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Mac
Mac OS X 10.11
Intel Core 2 Duo Processor (Intel Core i3 or Faster Recommended)
Windows
Windows 7 x64 SP1 +platform Update, 8.1 x64, 10 x64
Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon X2 Processor (Intel Core i3 or AMD Athlon X4
or Faster Recommended)
Mac and Windows Systems
4 GB RAM (8 GB or More Recommended)
30 GB Hard-Drive Space (Studio One)
Internal or External 7200 RPM Storage Drive Highly Recommended
Monitor with 1366 x 768 Resolution (High-DPI Monitor Recommended)
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Microphone Preamplifier
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Type: XLR Female, Class-A
Maximum Input Level (Unity Gain): +22 dBu, ±1.0 dB
Gain Control Range
Mono Channels: 50 dB, ±1 dB (Unity to +50 dB)
Stereo Channels: 40 dB, ± 1 dB (+5 to +45 dB)
Frequency Response to Analog Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
Frequency Response to USB (Direct): 20 Hz to 40 kHz, +0.5/- 1.5 dB
S/N Ratio to Outputs (+4 dBu): 94 dB
THD+N (Min. Gain, A-Wtd): < 0.01%
Input Impedance: 1 Kilohms
EIN (+55 dB gain, 150 Ohms input, 20 Hz to 22 kHz, A-Wtd): Common Mode
Rejection Ratio (1 kHz, +55 dB gain): 65 dB
Phantom Power: +48V, ±3V, Global
Note: All Channel Inputs Sum Through Mic Preamp
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Instrument Inputs
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Type: ¼” / 6.35 mm TS Female,
Unbalanced, Hi-Z
Maximum Input Level (Min. Gain, 1 kHz @ 0.5% THD+N): +22 dBu, ±1.0 dB
Gain Control Range: 50 dB, ±1 dB (Unity to +50 dB)
Frequency Response to Analog Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
Frequency Response to USB (Direct): 20 Hz to 40 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
Dynamic Range (Min. Gain, A-Wtd): >105 dB
Dynamic Range (Mid. Gain, Unwtd): >100 dB
THD+N (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, A-Wtd): THD+N (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, Unwtd): Input
Impedance: >1 Megohms
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Line Inputs
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Type: ¼” / 6.35 mm TRS Female,
Balanced
Maximum Input Level (Min. Gain, 1 kHz @ 0.5% THD+N): +22 dBu, ±1.0 dB
Gain Control Range
Mono Channels: 50 dB, ±1 dB (-20 to +30 dB)
Stereo Channel: 50 dB, ±1 dB (-15 to +25 dB)
Frequency Response to Analog Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
Frequency Response to USB (Direct): 10 Hz to 40 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
S/N Ratio to Analog Outputs (+4 dBu): 94 dB
THD+N (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, A-Wtd): Input Impedance (Balanced): 10 Kilohms
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Outputs
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Type (Main Outputs): XLR male,
Impedance Balanced
Type (Control Room, Monitor, FX Outputs): ¼” / 6.35 mm TRS Female, Balanced
Rated Output Level (Main Outputs): +24 dBu, ±1.0 dB
Rated Outputs Level (Control Room, Monitor, FX Outputs): +18 dBu
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
Dynamic Range (A-Wtd): >108 dB
THD+N (Bandwidth 20 Hz to 20 kHz, -1 dBFS, Unwtd): Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
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Headphone Output
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Type: ¼” / 6.35 mm TRS Female,
Stereo, Unbalanced
Maximum Output Level: 150 mW / Channel at 60 Ohms
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
Dynamic Range (A-Wtd): >103 dB
THD+N (Bandwidth 20 Hz to 20 kHz, -1 dBFS, Unwtd):
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Crosstalk
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Input to Output (Ref = +4 dBu,
20 Hz to 20 kHz, Unwtd): -85 dBu
Adjacent Channels (Ref = +4 dBu, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, Unwtd): -80 dBu
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Signal Level LEDs
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Signal: -50 dBFS (pre-EQ)
Clip: -3.0 dB Before Clip (Pre EQ or Post EQ)
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Graphic Equalizer
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Low Cut: 100 Hz, -18 dB/Octave
High Shelving: ±15 dB at 12 kHz
Mid Peaking (Mono Channels): ±15 dB at 140 Hz to 3.5 kHz (Variable)
Mid Peaking (Stereo Channels): ±15 dB at 2.5 kHz
Mid-Band Q: Fixed, 0.55
Low Shelving: ±15 dB at 80 Hz
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Digital Audio
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Host Interface: USB 2.0
ADC Dynamic Range (Component): 114 dB
ADC Dynamic Range (Measured: A-Wtd, 48 kHz): 105 dB
DAC Dynamic Range (Component): 114 dB
DAC Dynamic Range (Measured: A-Wtd, 48 kHz): 105 dB
Bit Depth: 24-Bit
Internally Supported Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz
Jitter: Jitter Attenuation: >60 dB (1 ns in => 1 ps out)
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Recorder
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SD Recorder
Supported Media Format: FAT16 Formatted SD Card, FAT32 Formatted SDHC Card
Recording File Format: Stereo WAV
Playback File Formats: Stereo WAV, MP3
Sampling Rate (WAV): 44.1 kHz
Bit Depth (Recorded WAV): 24-Bit
Media Storage Capacity:
SD Card: 2 GB
SDHC Card: 32 GB
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Dimensions (H x W x D)
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3.7 x 16.0 x 15.4" / 9.4 x
40.6 x 39.1 cm
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Weight
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Not specified by manufacturer
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Packaging Info
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Package Weight
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14.445 lb
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Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
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19.1 x 18.3 x 7.5"
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Features
- 4 Mono and 4 Stereo Channels
- Stereo Super Channel
- 14x4 24-Bit / 96 kHz USB Audio Interface
- Built-In 2x2 SD Recorder
- 8 Class-A XMAX Microphone Preamps
- Two Instrument Inputs
- 3-Band EQ & Wireless Bluetooth Streaming
- Capture & Studio One Software Included
- Studio Magic Plug-In Suite Included
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800-834-5986
