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  • Product category: Digital Mixers PreSonus
  • Brand: PreSonus
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  • Technical information and basic settings
  • Frequently asked questions – FAQ
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PreSonus StudioLive AR22 USB 22-Channel Hybrid Performance and Recording Mixer PreSonus StudioLive AR22 USB 22-Channel Hybrid Performance and Recording Mixer
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Product description

  • PreSonus StudioLive AR22
The PreSonus StudioLive AR22 USB is a 22-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. The mixer is packed with analog connections and digital tools that are powerful, yet easy to learn and use. The mixer features Class-A preamps and 3-band EQ.

The StudioLive AR22 offers recording with or without a computer. Multitrack record and fly in backing tracks with its 24-bit/96 kHz, USB 2.0 audio interface, or record and play back 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 it to be used with high-tech devices including smartphones and tablets for wireless Bluetooth streaming. The StudioLive AR22 ships with a power cord, USB cable, Studio One 3 Artist production software, and Capture recording software.
    Channels and Buses
    • 22-channel mixer
    • 12 mono and 4 stereo channels, each with:
      • 60mm level fader
      • Pan
      • Mute
      • PFL solo
    • 1 stereo Super Channel (Ch. 21/22)
    • 2 monitor 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
    • 20 balanced line inputs
    • 4 unbalanced inserts
    • 16 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 monitor 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 every channel
    • 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
    • 22x4, 24-bit/96 kHz, USB 2.0 audio recording interface
      • Record every channel plus the Main Mix
    • 2x2 SD recorder
      • Record main mix
      • Supports SD and SDHC formats up to 32GB
    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
UPC: 673454006326 In the Box PreSonus StudioLive AR22 USB 22-Channel Hybrid Performance and Recording Mixer
  • IEC Power Cord
  • USB Cable
  • Capture Recording Software
  • Studio One 3 (Artist Production Software)
  • Studio Magic Plug-In Suite (Download)
  • Limited 1-Year Warranty
  • Table of Contents




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    Technical parameters

    PreSonus StudioLive AR22 Specs

    Computer System Requirements Mac
    Mac OS X 10.8.5
    Intel Core 2 Duo processor (Intel Core i3 or faster recommended)

    Windows
    Windows 7 x64/x86 SP1 +platform update, 8.1 x64/x86, 10 x64/x86
    Intel Core 2 Duo (Intel Core i3 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 1366x768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended)
    Microphone Preamplifier XLR Female: Class-A
    Maximum Input Level (Unity Gain): +18 dBu, ±1.0 dB (mono), +5 dBu, ±1.0 dB (stereo)
    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 20 kHz, +0.5/- 1.5 dB
    S/N Ratio to Outputs (+4 dBu): 89 dB
    THD+N (Min. Gain, A-Wtd): < 0.01%
    Input Impedance: 1 kOhms
    EIN (+55 dB Gain, 150 Ohms Input, 20 Hz to 22 kHz, A-Wtd): <128 dBu (mono), <120 dBu (stereo)
    Common Mode Rejection Ratio (1 kHz, +55 dB Gain): 65 dB
    Phantom Power: +48 V, ±3 V, global

    Note: All channel inputs sum through mic preamp
    Instrument Inputs Type: ¼” / 6.35 mm TS female, unbalanced, Hi-Z
    Maximum Input Level (Min. Gain, 1 kHz @ 0.5% THD+N): +12 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 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
    Dynamic Range (Min. Gain, A-Wtd): >105 dB
    Dynamic Range (Mid. Gain, Unwtd): >108 dB
    THD+N (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, A-Wtd): <0.01%
    THD+N (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, Unwtd): <0.01%
    Input Impedance: >1 MOhms
    Line Inputs Type: ¼” / 6.35 mm TRS female, balanced
    Maximum Input Level (Min. Gain, 1 kHz@0.5% THD+N): +18 dBu, ±1.0 dB (mono), +22 dBu, ±1.0 dB (stereo)
    Gain Control Range
    Mono Channels: 50 dB, ±1 dB (-30 to +20 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 20 kHz, +0.5/-1.5 dB
    S/N Ratio to Analog Outputs (+4 dBu): 82 dB
    THD+N (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, A-Wtd): <0.01%
    Input Impedance (Balanced): 10 kOhms
    Outputs 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): <0.01%
    Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
    Headphone Output Type: ¼” / 6.35 mm TRS female, stereo, unbalanced
    Maximum Output Level: 150 mW/channel @ 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): <0.01%
    Crosstalk 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
    Signal Level LEDs Signal: -30 dBFS (pre-EQ)
    Clip: -3.0 dB before clip (pre- or post-EQ)
    Graphic Equalizer Low Cut: 100 Hz, -18 dB/octave
    High Shelving: ±15 dB @ 12 kHz
    Mid Peaking (Mono Channels): ±15 dB @ 140 Hz to 3.5 kHz (variable)
    Mid Peaking (Stereo Channels): ±15 dB @ 2.5 kHz
    Mid-Band Q: Fixed, 0.55
    Low Shelving: ±15 dB @ 80 Hz
    Digital Audio 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: <80 ps RMS (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
    Jitter Attenuation: >60 dB (1 ns in => 1 ps out)
    Recorder SD Recorder
    Supported Media Format: FAT16 formatted SD card, FAT32 formatted SDHC card
    Media Storage Capacity: SD card: 2 GB; SDHC card: 32 GB
    Recording File Format: Stereo WAV
    Playback File Formats: Stereo WAV, MP3
    Sampling Rate (WAV): 44.1 kHz
    Recording Bit Depth: 24-bit
    Playback Bit Depth: 16- or 24-bit
    Power Input Voltage: 90 to 240 VAC
    Connector: IEC
    Operational Temperature 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
    Dimensions (H x W x D) 3.7 x 23.0 x 15.0" / 94.0 x 584.2 x 381.0 mm
    Weight 17.2 lb / 7.8 kg
    Package Weight 22.0 lb
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 26.0 x 20.5 x 8.0"

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