PRESONUS STUDIOLIVE 16.4.2 - DATASHEEET

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StudioLive 16.4.2

A powerhouse multifunction console in a compact package

By Nick Peck

digital mixer/audio interface designed

for both project studio and live sound

applications, StudioLive is a 16-input,

4-bus console packed with a comprehensive list

of features. Each channel and bus include a sig-

nal chain of audio processors known as the Fat

Channel. ere are six aux sends for interfacing

with external processing and for creating cue

mixes, two onboard stereo eects, inserts and

direct outputs on every channel, 100 scenes for

recalling mix setting snapshots, talkback func-

tionality, 16 high-quality mic input preamps,

individual 48-volt phantom-power switches on

each channel, and separate control room and

main outputs—all within a compact, easy-to-

transport package.

StudioLive can operate as a stand-alone

mixer, but also includes FireWire 400 ports and

a Mac/PC-compatible program called Capture

that records all 16 channels as separate tracks.

StudioLive can also function as your computer’s

audio interface, using PreSonus’ drivers to work

with most major DAWs.

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Not a square inch of available real estate is

wasted, yet StudioLive is easy to navigate. e

layout is intuitive and carefully thought-out, and

the large numbers of buttons, knobs and faders

make for a compact—but not overly cramped—

work surface. e design is so good that I was

able to learn 80 percent of the desk without ever

cracking open the manual. e well-marked but-

tons and metering all feature bright and colorful

LEDs that are perfect for low-light live sound

situations. And two StudioLives can be linked

together to create a 32-input, 8-bus console. If

you’re not using the system with a computer, you

can link as many as four StudioLives.

StudioLive’s routing and conceptual layout

should be familiar to those accustomed to analog

mixers. Each channel has an input trim at the top

and 100mm faders at the bottom, with Solo and

Mute buttons. ere are no channel-specic EQ,

digital mixer

$1,999

PROS: Incredible value for the price.

Well-designed, intuitive, direct interface.

Comprehensive feature set. Clean sound with

lots of gain.

CONS: Faders and knobs feel ﬂimsy. Capture

software needs polish. Faders are un-motorized.

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StudioLive is covered

with controls, but they are so

well laid out that getting around is

a breeze.

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Summary

PreSonus StudioLive 16.4.2 Review

Product Summary

Overview of the digital mixer's price, features, pros, and cons.

Console Layout and Navigation

Details the intuitive design and ease of navigating the console's controls and interface.

The Fat Channel

Explores the comprehensive signal chain processing available on each channel and bus.

Capture Software Evaluation

Evaluates the included multitrack recording software, highlighting its features and limitations.

Performance and Drawbacks

Discusses real-world performance, sound quality, and user feedback on controls and features.

Presonus StudioLive 16.4.2 Specifications