PreSonus 24c Audio Interface (USB-C - 2 x 2 - 192 kHz)
2 x 2, 192 kHz, USB-C Audio Interface
PreSonus been making recording interfaces for a long time. From the top-of-the-line Quantum family to the AudioBox USB 96, we prioritize sound quality, ease-of-use, and construction quality. Whether you use Mac, Windows, or iOS, we have an interface that fits your application and budget.
The Portable Audio Interface. Professional quality in your home recording studio and on the go. Great for recording studios, mobile musicians, guitarists, podcasters, and live streaming, the bus-powered Studio 24c 2-in, 2-out audio interface features 2 front-panel combo mic/line/instrument inputs with PreSonus® XMAX-L solid-state mic preamps, 2 rear-panel line outputs, MIDI I/O, and onboard direct monitoring control. A complete, all-in-one home recording studio, the Studio 24c comes with PreSonus’ award-winning Studio One® Artist music production software for macOS® and Windows®.
World-class recording software included. Seamlessly integrated with the included PreSonus Studio One Artist music production software, the Studio 24c 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.
Input/Output
- Simultaneous I/O up to 2 inputs/2 outputs
- 2 mic/instrument/line inputs with XMAX-L mic preamps
- 2 balanced ¼” TRS main outputs
- 1 stereo headphone output
- MIDI In/Out
- 1 USB-C 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
- Mixer knob for low-latency direct input monitoring
- Front-panel level controls for main outputs
- +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 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
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 2.0 port
- 32 GB hard disk space
- PreSonus Universal Control 2.0 or higher
- Monitor with 1366x768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended)
- Multitouch-enabled monitor required for touch operation
Technical Specifications
General | |
Sample Rates | 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, or 192 kHz |
Converter Resolution | 24-Bit |
ADC Converter Dynamic Range | 108 dB |
DAC Converter Dynamic Range | 108 dB |
Microphone Inputs | |
Maximum Level | +10 dBu (±0.5 dBu, min gain) |
Gain Range | 50 dB |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.3 dBu, unity gain, unwtd) |
Dynamic Range | 106 dB (A-wtd, min gain) |
THD + N | 0.004% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, min gain) |
EIN | -126 dBu (A-weighted, 150Ω, max gain) |
Input Impedance | 1.4 kΩ |
Phantom Power | +48 VDC (10 mA total) |
Instrument Inputs | |
Maximum Level | +19 dBu (min gain) |
Gain Range | 50 dB |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.1 dBu, unity gain, unwtd) |
Dynamic Range | 105 dB (A-wtd, unity gain) |
THD + N | 0.002% (1 kHz, min gain) |
Input Impedance | 750 kΩ |
Main Outputs | |
Type | ¼" TRS, Female |
Maximum Level | +10 dBu (1 kHz, unity gain, balanced) |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.3 dBu, unity gain, unwtd) |
Dynamic Range | 104 dB (unity gain, unwtd) |
THD + N | 0.001% ( 1 kHz, -1 dBFS, unity gain) |
Headphone Outputs | |
Maximum Power | 47 mW / channel @ 56Ω |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.5 dBu, unity gain, unwtd) |
Dynamic Range | 83 dB (A-wtd, 56Ω load) |
THD + N | 0.01% (1 kHz, 0 dBFS, loaded) |
Impedance Working Range | 32Ω to 300Ω |
Physical | |
Height | 1.75" (44 mm) |
Width | 7" (180 mm) |
Depth | 5.5" (144 mm) |
Weight | 2 lbs. (0.9 kg) |