PreSonus StudioLive 16R 18-Input Digital Rack Mixer

The PreSonus StudioLive 16R is an 18-input, 16-channel Series III digital rack mixer that functions as a standalone mixer, AVB-networked stage box, monitor mixer, and 36-channel USB audio interface in a single 1U rackmount chassis. It features 16 digitally controlled, recallable XMAX Class A mic preamps and is powered by the single-core FLEX DSP Engine with 130 simultaneous processors.

Mixing and DSP

Six FlexMixes can be individually configured as aux, subgroup, or matrix mixes. Four FLEX FX slots provide classic reverb emulations and delays. Fat Channel processing with vintage EQ and compressor plug-in models is available on every input and bus. Milan-certified AVB networking enables seamless integration with the Series III ecosystem. Scene management with Scene Safe protection allows complex recall without disturbing critical settings.

Recording and Interface

A built-in 36-channel (18x18) bidirectional USB audio interface provides multitrack recording to your DAW. The 32x32 AVB recording interface offers additional capture over the network. An onboard stereo SD card recorder captures any mix without a computer. Includes Fender Studio Pro DAW, Capture live-recording software, and UC Surface control.

Flexible Operation

The StudioLive 16R adapts to any workflow. Use it as a standalone rack mixer controlled wirelessly via UC Surface on Mac, Windows, iPad, or Android. Deploy it as a digital stage box for StudioLive Series III consoles, providing 16 remote preamps with gain staging from the console's Fat Channel. Outputs automatically mirror your console mixes for fast, easy routing. Pair it with EarMix 16M personal monitor mixers for customizable monitoring.

Inputs and Outputs

• 16 locking combo XLR/TRS mic/line inputs with recallable XMAX preamps
• 2 RCA stereo inputs
• 6 TRS FlexMix outputs (balanced)
• 2 XLR main outputs (left/right)
• Stereo headphone output
• 1 Ethercon AVB audio network port
• 1 Ethernet control network port
• USB 2.0 Type-B recording port
• SD card slot for stereo recording

Specifications

• Mixing channels: 18
• Simultaneous processors: 130
• XMAX preamps: 16 (recallable)
• FlexMixes: 6
• FLEX FX slots: 4
• Sampling rate: 48 kHz, 24-bit resolution
• ADC/DAC dynamic range: 115 dB (A-weighted)
• Internal processing: 32-bit floating point
• Total system latency: 1.9 ms (local routing, all processing active)
• Power: 85W, IEC connector, 90 to 230 VAC
• Dimensions: 1.75" x 19" x 12" (45 x 483 x 305 mm, 1U)
• Weight: 8.6 lb (3.9 kg)

In the Box

• PreSonus StudioLive 16R
• Quick Start Guide