PreSonus Studio 1824c 18x20 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface
Features
- Bands and Project Studios
- USB Type-C and USB Type-A Connectivity
- 8 Class-A Mic/Line Preamps (2 with Hi-Z)
- 2 Headphone Outs, 10 DC-Coupled Line Out
- 24-Bit / 192 kHz AD/DA
Description
Offering ultrahigh-resolution conversion, eight Class-A preamps, a host of outputs, and a powerful software package for bands and engineers in project studios, the PreSonus Studio 1824c rackmount 18x20 USB audio/MIDI interface blends studio-quality, sonic performance, bountiful and expandable I/O, and refreshing ease of use, all in a sturdy chassis that occupies just a single rack space.
With selectable 48V phantom power and eight XMAX Class-A mic preamps fed via XLR-1/4" combo inputs, the Studio 1824c can accommodate any source from condenser microphones and active DI boxes to electric instruments and line-level mixer outputs with clarity and natural tonality. All inputs and outputs feature quality convertors that let the interface operate at up to 24-bit / 48 kHz resolution without sacrificing channel count, or at a 192 kHz sample rate with 8x8 I/O functionality.
When you use speakers, multiple headphones, or both, the Studio 1824c provides equally ideal operability with its two independent 1/4" headphone outputs, two main line/monitor outs, eight additional line outputs, and separate volume controls for both headphone outs and the main output.
A quick press of the mute button cuts the main outputs, so you can communicate with clients in the room without shouting over the music. The interface also features a mono button for chequing the stereo-to-mono translation of your mix.
The 10 line outputs are DC-coupled, so you can send MIDI sync and sequencer data from your DAW as CV (control voltage) to external analogue synthesisers and drum modules. Unlike many budget interfaces, the Studio 1824c sports 4-segment LED metres for all eight analogue inputs and the main outs. The 5-pin MIDI I/O jacks on the rear panel allow simple hookup of a MIDI controller, synthesiser, or groovebox, making the Studio 1824c advantageous for beatmakers, keyboardists, and electronic music producers. With a BNC wordclock output and digital I/O connections for stereo S/PDIF and 8-channel ADAT, the Studio 1824c is a potent companion for other digital equipment such as external preamps with A/D convertors and digital mixers.
The Studio 1824c is powered by the included 12 VDC power supply and is supplied with USB Type-C and USB Type-A cables for easy connectivity to your compatible macOS- or Windows-equipped computer. The interface is bundled with the robust and versatile Studio One Artist DAW software and the Studio Magic plug-in suite, delivering a host of effects, virtual instruments, and third-party loops, software, and instrument sounds to kickstart your creativity.
Features
XMAX Class-A Microphone Preamps
The Studio 1824c's four XMAX Class-A mic preamps use discrete components and are known for their high headroom, musicality, and transparency with ultralow noise. With switchable 48V phantom power, XLR-1/4" combo inputs, and a line/instrument switch (for inputs 1-2), the interface is more than capable of accommodating dynamic or condenser microphones, electric instruments such as guitar, bass, and keyboard, or line-level signals from mixing consoles or outboard mic preamps.
High-Resolution Convertors
Boasting support for digital resolutions up to 24-bit / 192 kHz, the Studio 1824c is equipped to perform AD/DA conversion with clarity and precision. It can also serve as a quality DAC for playback of ultrahigh-resolution files from your computer.
Multiple Headphone and Monitor Outputs
Thanks to the interface's two 1/4" main line/monitor outputs and two independent stereo headphone outputs, you can easily hook up a pair of speakers and two sets of headphones, and independently adjust their volume levels via separate knobs on the front panel.
Dedicated buttons are presented for muting the main monitor feed and summing it to mono; both are valuable functions for running efficient sessions. Easy-to-use DSP monitor mixing lets you create four discrete, near-zero-latency mixes, enough for large ensembles.
DC-Coupled Outputs
All 10 analogue outputs (two main and eight additional line outs) on the Studio 1824c are DC-coupled, allowing them to send MIDI sync and sequencer data from your DAW as CV (control voltage) to external analogue synthesisers and drum modules. This makes the Studio 1824c well suited for marrying analogue sequencers, synths, and Eurorack gear with your DAW.
Input and Output Metering
The front panel of the Studio 1824c is adorned with 4-segment LED metres for all eight analogue inputs and the main outputs, letting you keep an eye on your input and mix levels when you're recording by yourself.
MIDI I/O
Integration of MIDI equipment is no problem for the Studio 1824c. It offers traditional 5-pin MIDI I/O for straightforward connectivity with common gear such as a MIDI keyboard controller, synthesiser, or drum machine.
ADAT Optical I/O
With eight channels of ADAT optical input (four channels at 96 kHz), you can expand the Studio 1824c with an 8-channel mic preamp with ADAT conversion, such as the DigiMax DP88 (available separately).
The ADAT output comes into play when you need to run separate channels from your DAW to a digital headphone distribution system or a multichannel D/A convertor.
S/PDIF Digital I/O
The RCA coaxial jacks are a welcome bonus for interconnecting digital audio equipment outfitted with S/PDIF digital I/O. DJ mixers, outboard mic preamps, and external convertors can often be found with S/PDIF input and output ports.
Studio One Artist Software
- 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
- Intuitive MIDI-mapping system
- Real-time audio time-stretching and resampling
- Multitrack comping and MIDI editing
- Transient detection and editing, plus 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
- Over 10GB of third-party software, loops, and instruments
- Mac and Windows compatible
Studio Magic Plug-In Suite
The Studio Magic Plug-in Suite for Mac and Windows includes Ableton Live Lite, tutorials from Melodics, six virtual instruments, and nine popular plug-ins in VST, AU, and AAX formats.
- Arturia Analogue Lab Lite
- Brainworx bx_opto
- Brainworx bx_rockrack
- Cherry Audio Voltage Nucleus
- iZotope Neutron Elements
- Klanghelm SDRR2tube
- KV331 Audio Synthmaster Player
- Lexicon MPX-i Reverb
- Mäag Audio EQ2
- Native Instruments REPLIKA
- Output Movement
- SPL Attacker Plus
- Studio Linked Trophies
- UJAM Virtual Drummer 2 PHAT
- UVI Model D
Specifications
Interface | |
Channels of I/O | Analogue: 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 Metres (Input Level) 2 x Multi-Segment LED Metres (Output Level) |
Connectivity | |
Host Connection | 1 x USB Type-C (USB 2.0) |
Analogue 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 |
Performance | |
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 Convertors: 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) |
Digital Audio | |
Sample Rates | Up to 192 kHz (AD/DA Conversion) |
Bit Depth | Up to 24-Bit (AD/DA Conversion) |
Sync Sources | ADAT, Internal, S/PDIF |
Compatibility | |
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 | |
Power Requirements | AC/DC Power Adapter (Included) |
AC/DC Power Adapter | 12 V, Centre-Positive (Included) |
Phantom Power Current | >10 mA per Channel |
Physical | |
Anti-Theft Features | None |
Rackmount Size | 1 RU (With Included Hardware) |
Dimensions | 482.6 x 139.7 x 44.45 mm |
Weight | 2.2 kg |
In The Box
- PreSonus Studio 1824c 18x20 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface
- 1m USB Type-C Cable
- 1m USB Type-A to USB Type-C Cable
- External Power Supply
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Details
- Product: PreSonus Studio 1824c 18x20 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface
- Manufacturer: Presonus
- Model: Studio 1824c
- SKU: STUDIO 1824C
- RM Product #: 58891