PreSonus Studio 1824C 18×20 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface
Overview
The PreSonus Studio 1824c is an 18×20 USB Type-C audio/MIDI interface offering high-resolution conversion and a powerful software package for bands and audio engineers in home/project studios and mobile setups. Connect mic-, instrument-, or line-level sources via eight XLR-1/4″ combo inputs, each utilizing its own gain control and XMAX Class-A mic preamp with phantom power. Integrate digital equipment via 8-channel ADAT optical I/O and stereo S/PDIF I/O. A BNC word clock is provided to ensure proper synchronization of other interfaces or digital mixers. Operate at up to 24-bit / 48 kHz resolution without sacrificing channel count or at 176.4 kHz or 192 kHz sample rates with 8×8 I/O functionality.
Features:
The Studio 1824c has two 1/4″ main outputs with a dedicated level control, mute switch, and mono button for use with a pair of active monitors, plus eight balanced 1/4″ TRS line outputs. Two 1/4″ TRS stereo headphone outputs with front-panel volume knobs accommodate two sets of headphones. The 5-pin MIDI I/O jacks on the rear panel allow simple hookup of a MIDI controller, synthesizer, or sound module.
The Studio 1824c includes USB cables for easy connectivity to your compatible macOS- or Windows-equipped computer. It is powered via an included external power supply. Also supplied is a software bundle featuring the Studio One Artist DAW and the Studio Magic plug-in suite—a slew of creative tools for producers, engineers, songwriters, and more.
- Flexible multichannel audio/MIDI interface ideal for bands, audio engineers, and producers
- AD/DA conversion at up to 24-bit / 192 kHz resolution
- Eight XLR-1/4″ combo inputs—two support mic/instrument/line level, six support mic/line level
- Line switch toggles inputs 1-2 between line and instrument level
- XMAX Class-A mic preamps with selectable 48 VDC phantom power
- Dedicated controls for input gain, main output level/mute/mono, and headphone volume
- Two 1/4″ main/line outputs and eight DC-coupled 1/4″ line outputs
- Two independent 1/4″ stereo headphone outputs
- ADAT optical ports supports eight channels of I/O at 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz, or four channels at 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz
- Coaxial S/PDIF ports for two extra digital I/O channels
- BNC word clock output ensures proper synchronization of other digital equipment
- Multi-segment LED meters display levels for inputs and main outputs
- Monitor mix control with free UC Surface for macOS, Windows, iPad, and Android
- Includes Studio One Artist DAW software with flexible routing, zero-latency monitor mixing, and control room integration
- Includes Studio Magic plug-in suite with seven plug-ins ranging from EQ to virtual instruments
Specs
Interface
Channels of I/O | Analog: 8 Inputs / 10 Outputs at 192 kHz Digital: 10 Inputs / 10 Outputs at 48 kHz |
Max Sample Rate/Resolution | 192 kHz / 24-Bit |
Display and Indicators | 1 x LED (Host Connection) 1 x LED ( 48V) 1 x LED (Mute) 1 x LED (Input Selection) 1 x LED (Mono) 2 x Multi-Segment LED Meters (Input Level) 2 x Multi-Segment LED Meters (Output Level) |
Host Connection | 1 x USB Type-C (USB 2.0) |
Analog I/O | 2 x Combo XLR / 1/4″ Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input 6 x Combo XLR / 1/4″ Balanced Mic/Line Input 2 x 1/4″ (6.3 mm) TRS Balanced Monitor Output 8 x 1/4″ (6.3 mm) TRS Balanced Line Output 2 x 1/4″ (6.3 mm) TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output |
Phantom Power | 48 V (Applied to All Inputs) |
Digital I/O | 1 x TOSLINK / ADAT (I/O) Input 1 x TOSLINK / ADAT (I/O) Output 1 x RCA Coaxial / S/PDIF (I/O) Input 1 x RCA Coaxial / S/PDIF (I/O) Output 1 x BNC (Word Clock) Output |
MIDI I/O | 1 x 5-Pin MIDI In 1 x 5-Pin MIDI Out |
Memory Card Slot | None |
Frequency Response | Mic/Line Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (Unity Gain) Hi-Z Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (Min Gain) Monitor Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (Unity Gain) Line Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz Headphone Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (Unity Gain) |
Gain Range | Mic Inputs: 80 dB Line Inputs: 40 dB Hi-Z Inputs: 80 dB |
Max Input Level | Mic Inputs: 16 dBu (Balanced, Min Gain) Line Inputs: 21 dBu (Balanced, Min Gain) Hi-Z Inputs: 15 dBu (Min Gain, Unbalanced) |
Max Output Level | Monitor/Line Outputs: 18 dBu (Balanced) |
Headphone Output Power | 150 mW per Channel into 60 Ohms (Max) |
Dynamic Range | AD/DA Converters: 114 dB Mic Inputs: 110 dBA Line/Hi-Z Inputs: 112 dBA Monitor Outputs: 108 dBA Line Outputs: 108 dBA Headphone Out: 103 dBA |
Impedance | Mic Inputs: 1.4 kOhms Line Inputs: 10 kOhms Hi-Z Inputs: 1 MOhm Headphone Outputs: 32 to 600 Ohms |
THD N | Mic/Line Inputs: 0.005% Hi-Z Inputs: 0.02% Monitor Outputs: 0.004% Line Outputs: 0.004% Headphone Outputs: 0.25% |
EIN | Mic Inputs: -128 dBu (A-Weighted) |
Sample Rates | Up to 192 kHz (AD/DA Conversion) |
Bit Depth | Up to 24-Bit (AD/DA Conversion) |
Sync Sources | ADAT, Internal, S/PDIF |
OS Compatibility | macOS 10.8.5 or Later Windows 7 or Later iOS 9.3 or Later Android 5.0 or Later |
Processor Requirement | Mac: 2 GHz Intel 2 GHz AMD PC: 2 GHz Intel 2 GHz AMD |
RAM Requirements | 4 GB (8 GB Recommended) |
Storage Requirements | 32 GB |
Minimum Display Resolution | 1366 x 768 |
Mobile Device Compatibility | iPad Pro iPad Air iPad Air 2 iPad Mini iPad Mini with Retina iPad Mini 4 iPad 2nd Gen., 3rd Gen., 4th Gen. |
Required Hardware | USB Cable (Included) Available USB Port |
Power Requirements | AC/DC Power Adapter (Included) |
AC/DC Power Adapter | 12 V, Center-Positive (Included) |
Phantom Power Current | >10 mA per Channel |
Anti-Theft Features | None |
Rackmount Size | 1 RU (With Included Hardware) |
Dimensions | 19 x 5.5 x 1.75″ / 482.6 x 139.7 x 44.45 mm |
Weight | 4.8 lb / 2.2 kg |
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