Description

Presonus AudioBox 96 Studio

Presonus AudioBox 96 Studio: Simple, reliable, and portable.

The Presonus AudioBox 96 studio is the heart of the AudioBox 96 Studio. This simple, handy little audio/MIDI interface has just the right features for basic recording needs, including two combo mic/instrument inputs and zero-latency monitoring, so you can simply plug in and start recording right away. Bus-powered, built to travel, compatible with most recording software for Mac and Windows, and equipped with high-performance microphone preamplifiers and professional-quality, 24-bit, 96 kHz converters, the AudioBox USB 96 makes high-definition recording easy.

Presonus AudioBox 96 Studio

• Bus-powered USB audio and MIDI interface
• Perfect match with Studio One® Artist software for Mac® and Windows®
• 24-bit resolution, 44.1, 48, 88.1, and 96 kHz sampling rate
• 2 combo mic/instrument inputs with Class A mic preamplifiers
• 48V phantom power (for included M7 microphone or other condenser microphones)
• Zero-latency monitoring via internal analog mixer
• Headphone jack with level control (for included HD7 headphones or other headphones)
• 1/3U rack-mountable
• Computer-to-interface connection cable included

Studio One Artist software

• Elegant single-window work environment
• Powerful drag-and-drop functionality
• Unlimited audio tracks, MIDI tracks, virtual instruments, buses, and FX channels
• Content browser with convenient sort options and preview player
• Most intuitive MIDI-mapping system available
• Real-time audio time-stretching and resampling
• Multitrack comping and MIDI editing
• Transient detection and editing and groove extraction
• Automatic delay compensation
• Advanced automation
• Integrates tightly with Celemony Melodyne
• Instantly configures to PreSonus® interfaces​
• Compatible with ASIO-, Windows Audio-, and Core Audio-compliant interfaces
• 26 Native Effects 32-bit effects and virtual instrument plug-ins
• 10+ GB of third-party software, loops, and instruments
• Mac- and Windows-compatible

M7 Microphone

• Large-diaphragm design
• Captures far more detail than a dynamic mic
• Mic stand adaptor
• Phantom-powered via AudioBox USB
• 9′ / 3 m cable included
• Cloth carry bag included

HD7 Headphones

• High neodymium resolution drivers
• Precision-tuned acoustic chamber
• Extended bass response
• Built tough to withstand abuse
• Auto-fit head pads
• Comfortable and long-lasting ear pads
• 98″ / 2.5m single-side cable
• Optimized pressure
• Lightweight

Computer system requirements:

Studio One® is a modern, cross-platform DAW that is capable of operating as a 32-bit or 64-bit application. While we make every effort to ensure Studio One will run well on the widest variety of computers possible, please read these specifications carefully to determine compatibility with your system.

Below are the minimum computer-system requirements for Studio One.

Mac

• Mac® OS X 10.8.5 or later
• Intel® Core Duo processor (Intel Core™ 2 Duo or Intel Core i3 or better recommended)
• 2 GB RAM (4 GB or more recommended)

Windows

• Windows® 7x 64/x86 SP1 or Windows 8/8.1 x64/x86 or Windows 10 x64/x86
• Intel Core 2 processor (Intel Core i3 processor or better recommended)
• 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)

Windows and Mac Systems

• USB 2.0 Port
• Internet connection (for activation)
• Monitor with at least 1024×768 resolution
• 20 GB hard-disk space
• Internal or external 7200 RPM storage drive highly recommended

Technical Specifications

AudioBox USB® 96 Specifications

Microphone Preamp

• Type XLR Female Balanced
• Frequency Response (±3.0 dB) 20 Hz to 20 kHz
• Input Impedance (Balanced) 1200Ω
• THD+N (unwtd, 1 kHz @ +4 dBu Output, Unity Gain) < 0.008%
• S/N Ratio (Unity Gain, Ref. = +4 dBu, 20 Hz to 22 kHz) > 95 dB
• Common Mode Rejection Ratio (1 kHz, 55 dB Gain) > 45 dB
• Gain Control Range (± 1 dB) 0 dB to 35 dB
• Max Input Level (Unity Gain, 1 kHz @ 0.5% THD+N) -3 dBu
• Phantom Power (±2 VDC) +48 VDC

Instrument Input

• Type ¼”
• TRS Female Unbalanced Input Impedance 0.5 MΩ

Line Outputs

• Type ¼”
• Balanced Output Impedance 51Ω

Headphone Output

• Type ¼” TRS Active Stereo
• Maximum Output 60 mW/Ch @ 60Ω Load
• Frequency Response (±1.0 dB) 20 Hz – 30 kHz

MIDI I/O

Type Dual 5-pin Female DIN

Digital Audio

• ADC Dynamic Range (A-wtd, 48 kHz Sample Rate) 105 dB
• DAC Dynamic Range (A-wtd, 48 kHz Sample Rate) 105 dB
• Bit Depth 24
• Reference Level for 0 dBFS +4 dBu
• Internal Sample Frequency Selections (kHz) 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96
• Power USB 2.0 Bus-powered

Physical

• Dimensions 1/3U (steel chassis)
• Height 5.5” (139.7 mm)
• Depth 1.75″ (44.45 mm)
• Width 5.5” (139.7 mm)
• Weight 1.4 lbs (0.64 kg)

M7 Microphone Specifications

General

• Type Large-diaphragm condenser microphone
• Element Electret
• Polar Pattern Cardioid
• Frequency Response 40 Hz – 18 kHz
• Sensitivity -39 dBV/pa (12.2 mV/pa)
• Rated Impedance 200Ω
• Equivalent Input Noise (EIN) 20 dB
• Maximum SPL 136 dB SPL
• Phantom Power Required +12 to +52 VDC, 3 mA
• S/N Ratio 74 dB
• Dynamic Range 11 dB
• Current Consumption 3.5 mA

Physical

• Diameter 2.13″ (54 mm), maximum
• Length 6.69″ (170 mm)
• Weight 11.3 oz. (320g)

HD7 Headphone Specifications

General

• Acoustic Design Dynamic, semi-open
• Driver 50 mm, neodymium
• Frequency Response 10 Hz to 30 kHz
• Sensitivity 98 dB SPL (1 mW)
• Maximum Power 300 mW
• Rated Impedance 56Ω
• Earpad Leather

Physical

• Weight, without Cable 7.8 oz (222g)
• Cable 8′ 2″ (2.5m) straight, single-sided
• Plug Adapter 1/8″ to 1/4″ (3.5 to 6.3 mm), screw-on, gold-plated, stereo mini-plug