Description of STUDIO 26C:
Professional quality in your home recording studio and on the go.
Ideal for DJs, mobile musicians, and electronic musicians who want excellent
audio quality in a sturdy, portable form factor, the bus-powered Studio 26c
2-in, 4-out audio interface records at up to 192 kHz and features mic line instrument
inputs, DC-coupled line outputs, MIDI I O, and a Cue Mix A B button. A complete,
all-in-one recording package, the Studio 26c comes with PreSonus’ award-winning
Studio One® Artist music production software for macOS® and Windows® and
includes USB-C™ compatible to USB-C™ compatible and USB-C™ compatible to USB-A
cables for compatibility with most computers.
World-class recording software included.
Seamlessly integrated with the included PreSonus® Studio One Artist music
production software, the Studio 26c 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 2-in, 4-out Studio 26c audio interface features USB-C™ compatible computer
connectivity and includes combo mic instrument line inputs with +48V phantom
power for condenser mics; balanced, ¼-inch TRS, line-level main outputs; and an
output level control. All 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 26c’s built-in MIDI interface enables
connection to a keyboard, sound module, or control surface.
Superior sound.
The Studio 26c 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-L mic preamps capture complex musical harmonics smoothly
and naturally, with no audible distortion.
Designed for the home recording studio. Built for the road.
Whether you re just getting into recording or are a veteran producer who wants
to go mobile, the Studio 26c will give you clear, clean, ultra-high-def sound in
a bus-powered, rugged unit. While it’s a perfect companion for any recording
software, the Studio 26c and included Studio One Artist provide you with a
complete, affordable, home and mobile recording studio.
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:
Input Output
- Simultaneous I O up to 2 inputs 4 outputs
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- 2 mic instrument line inputs with XMAX-L mic preamps
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- 2 balanced ¼” TRS main outputs
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- DC coupled for sending control voltages*
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- 2 balanced ¼” TRS line outputs for monitor mixing
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- DC coupled for sending control voltages*
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- 1 stereo headphone output
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- MIDI In Out
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- 1 USB-C™ compatible 2.0 port
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- USB-C™ to USB-C™ and USB-C™ to USB-A cables included for compatibility with most computers
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Meters, Controls, and Features
- Direct monitoring
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- Cue mix A B (for headphone output)
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- Front-panel level controls for main outputs
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- True +48V phantom power for condenser microphones (global)
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- 4 ladder-style LED level meters (2 input, 2 main output)
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Integrated Software
- Studio One Artist®
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- Studio Magic Plug-in Suite
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Digital
- USB-C™ compatible port (USB 2.0)
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- 24-bit resolution
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- 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192 kHz sampling rates
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Physical
- Road-rugged construction with all-metal chassis and metal knobs
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- USB bus-powered
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Computer system requirements:
- Below are the minimum computer-system requirements.
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Mac
- macOS® 10.11 or higher (64-bit only)
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- Intel® i-series 2 GHz multicore processor (or AMD equivalent) or faster
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- 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)
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Windows
- Windows® 7 x64 SP1 + platform update, Windows 8.1 x64, Windows 10 x64
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- Intel i-series 2 GHz multicore processor (or AMD equivalent) or faster
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- 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)
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Mac and Windows Systems
- USB-C™ or USB-A 2.0 port compatiblity
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- 32 GB hard disk space
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- PreSonus Universal Control 2.0 or higher
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- Monitor with 1366×768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended)
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- Multitouch-enabled monitor required for touch operation
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Technical Specifications:
General
- Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, or 192 kHz
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- Converter Resolution: 24 bit
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- Converter Dynamic Range: 114 dB
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- Converter Dynamic Range: 114 dB
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Microphone Inputs
- Maximum Level: +4.5 dBu (balanced, min gain)
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- Gain Range: 70 dB
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- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.1 dB, min gain, 48 kHz)
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- Dynamic Range: 110 dB (A-wtd, min gain)
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- THD + N: 0.004% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, unity gain)
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- EIN: -125 dBu (max gain, 150O, A-wtd)
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- Input Impedance: 1.6 kO
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- Phantom Power: +48 VDC (10 mA total)
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Line Inputs
- Maximum Level: +19.5 dBu (balanced, min gain)
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- Gain Range: 70 dB
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- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.1 dB, min gain, 48 kHz)
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- Dynamic Range: 110 dB (A-wtd, min gain)
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- THD + N: 0.007% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, min gain)