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® Artistmusic 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.
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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.
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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.
Features
Input/Output
- Simultaneous I/O up to 2 inputs/4 outputs
- 2 mic/instrument/line inputs with XMAX-L mic preamps
- 2 balanced ¼” TRS main outputs
- DC coupled for sending control voltages*
- 2 balanced ¼” TRS line outputs for monitor mixing
- DC coupled for sending control voltages*
- 1 stereo headphone output
- MIDI In/Out
- 1 USB-C™ compatible 2.0 port
- USB-C™ to USB-C™ and USB-C™ to USB-A cables included for compatibility with most computers
Meters, Controls, and Features
- Direct monitoring
- Cue mix A/B (for headphone output)
- Front-panel level controls for main outputs
- True +48V phantom power for condenser microphones (global)
- 4 ladder-style LED level meters (2 input, 2 main output)
Integrated Software
- Studio One Artist®
- Studio Magic Plug-in Suite
Digital
- USB-C™ compatible port (USB 2.0)
- 24-bit resolution
- 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192 kHz sampling rates
Physical
- Road-rugged construction with all-metal chassis and metal knobs
- USB bus-powered
* Since it is a bus-powered device, the Studio 26c has lower voltage rails than other Studio-series interfaces, resulting in reduced control-voltage range (positive to negative voltage).
Computer system requirements:
Below are the minimum computer-system requirements.
Mac
- macOS® 10.11 or higher (64-bit only)
- Intel® i-series 2 GHz multicore processor (or AMD equivalent) or faster
- 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)
Windows
- Windows® 7 x64 SP1 + platform update, Windows 8.1 x64, Windows 10 x64
- Intel i-series 2 GHz multicore processor (or AMD equivalent) or faster
- 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)
Mac and Windows Systems
- USB-C™ or USB-A 2.0 port compatiblity
- 32 GB hard disk space
- PreSonus Universal Control 2.0 or higher
- Monitor with 1366×768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended)
- Multitouch-enabled monitor required for touch operation
Technical Specifications
General | |
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Sample Rates | 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, or 192 kHz |
Converter Resolution | 24 bit |
Converter Dynamic Range | 114 dB |
Converter Dynamic Range | 114 dB |
Microphone Inputs | |
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Maximum Level | +4.5 dBu (balanced, min gain) |
Gain Range | 70 dB |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.1 dB, min gain, 48 kHz) |
Dynamic Range | 110 dB (A-wtd, min gain) |
THD + N | 0.004% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, unity gain) |
EIN | -125 dBu (max gain, 150Ω, A-wtd) |
Input Impedance | 1.6 kΩ |
Phantom Power | +48 VDC (10 mA total) |
Line Inputs | |
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Maximum Level | +19.5 dBu (balanced, min gain) |
Gain Range | 70 dB |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.1 dB, min gain, 48 kHz) |
Dynamic Range | 110 dB (A-wtd, min gain) |
THD + N | 0.007% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, min gain) |
Input Impedance | 10 kΩ |
Instrument Inputs | |
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Maximum Level | +14 dBu (unbalanced, min gain) |
Gain Range | 70 dB |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.15 dB, 48 kHz, min gain) |
Dynamic Range | 110 dB (A-wtd, min gain) |
THD + N | 0.008% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, min gain) |
Input Impedance | 1 MΩ |
Line Outputs (Mains) | |
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Type | ¼” TRS Female, DC Coupled* |
Maximum Level | +10 dBu (balanced) |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.1 dB, unity gain, 48 kHz) |
Dynamic Range | 108 dB (A-wtd) |
THD + N | 0.0015% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS) |
Line Outputs (3/4) | |
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Type | ¼” TRS Female, DC Coupled* |
Maximum Level | +10 dBu (balanced) |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.1dB, unity gain, 48 kHz) |
Dynamic Range | 113 dB (A-wtd) |
THD + N | 0.008% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS) |
Headphone Outputs | |
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Maximum Power | 30 mW/channel (56Ω load) |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.2 dB, 56Ω load, 48 kHz) |
Dynamic Range | 104 dB (A-wtd, 56Ω load) |
THD + N | 0.009% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, no load) |
Impedance Working Range | 32Ω to 300Ω |
Physical | |
Height | 1.75″ (44 mm) |
Width | 7″ (180 mm) |
Depth | 5.5″ (144 mm) |
Weight | 1.6 lbs. (0.7 kg) |
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