PreSonus Studio 26c 2 x 4 USB-C MIDI/Audio Interface
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 Artist music production software for macOS and Windows and includes USB-C to USB-C and USB-C to USB-A cables for compatibility with most computers.
Key Features
- Simultaneous I/O up to 2 inputs/4 outputs
- 2 mic/instrument/line inputs with XMAX-L mic preamps
- MIDI In/Out
- Direct monitoring
- Cue mix A/B (for headphone output)
- Front-panel level controls for main outputs
- USB-C port (USB 2.0)
- 24-bit resolution
- Road-rugged construction with all-metal chassis and metal knobs
- USB bus-powered
Technical Specifications
Mac
Mac OS X 10.8.5 64-bit or later
Intel i-series 2 GHz multicore processor (or AMD equivalent) or faster
4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)
Windows
Windows 7 x64/x86 SP1 + platform update, Windows 8.1 x64/x86, Windows 10 x64/x86
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
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
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
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, 150 OHMS, A-wtd)
Input Impedance
1.6 k OHMS
Phantom Power
+48 VDC (10 mA total)
Line Inputs
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 k OHMS
Instrument Inputs
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 M OHMS
Line Outputs (Mains)
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)
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
Maximum Power
30 mW/channel (56 OHMS load)
Frequency Response
20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.2 dB, 56 OHMS load, 48 kHz)
Dynamic Range
104 dB (A-wtd, 56 OHMS load)
THD + N
0.009% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, no load)
Impedance Working Range
32 OHMS to 300 OHMS
Physical
Height
1.75″ (44 mm)
Width
7″ (180 mm)
Depth
5.5″ (144 mm)
Weight
1.6 lbs. (0.7 kg)
