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Offering ultra-high-resolution conversion, four Class-A preamps, and a powerful software package for vocalists, musicians, producers, and podcasters in home studios and mobile setups, the PreSonus Studio 68c desktop 6x6 USB audio/MIDI interface blends studio-quality sonic performance, versatile I/O, and refreshing ease of use.
With selectable 48V phantom power and four XMAX Class-A mic preamps fed via XLR-1/4" combo inputs, the Studio 68c 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 converters that let the interface operate at resolutions up to 24-bit / 96 kHz resolution without sacrificing channel count or at 176.4 kHz or 192 kHz sample rates with 4x4 I/O functionality.
Whether you monitor through speakers, headphones, or both, the Studio 68c provides equally ideal operability with its 1/4" headphone output, two main line/monitor outs, two additional line outputs, and independent main/headphone volume controls. The four line outputs are DC-coupled, so you can send MIDI sync and sequencer data from your DAW as CV (control voltage) to external analog synthesizers and drum modules.
The headphone mix can be sourced from outputs 1-2 or 3-4 via the A/B switch, a simple solution for getting a special cue mix to the artist. A quick press of the Mon button enables direct monitoring, mixing the latency-free analog input signal with the return from your computer. Unlike many budget interfaces, the Studio 68c sports 4-segment LED meters for all four analog inputs and the main outs.
The supplied breakout cable provides 5-pin MIDI I/O jacks to allow simple hookup of a MIDI controller, synthesizer, or groovebox, making the Studio 68c advantageous for beatmakers, keyboardists, and electronic music producers. Also on the breakout cable are RCA coaxial jacks, which are a welcome bonus for interconnecting digital audio equipment outfitted with S/PDIF digital I/O.
The Studio 68c 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.
The Studio 68c's four XMAX Class-A mic preamps use discrete components and are known for their high headroom, musicality, and transparency along 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.
Boasting support for digital resolutions up to 24-bit / 192 kHz, the Studio 68c is equipped to perform AD/DA conversion with clarity and precision. It can also serve as a quality DAC for playback of ultra-high-resolution files from your computer.
Thanks to the interface's two 1/4" main line/monitor outputs and stereo headphone output, you can easily hook up a pair of speakers and studio headphones and independently adjust their volume levels via separate knobs on the front panel. The A/B button toggles between each mix (out 1-2 and 3-4), while you listen in on headphones.
All four line outputs on the Studio 68c are DC-coupled, allowing them to send MIDI sync and sequencer data from your DAW as CV (control voltage) to external analog synthesizers and drum modules. This makes the Studio 68c well suited for marrying analog sequencers, synths, and Eurorack gear with your DAW.
The front panel of the Studio 68c is adorned with 4-segment LED meters for all four analog inputs and the main outputs, letting you keep an eye on your input and mix levels when you're recording by yourself.
The Studio 68c features a straightforward direct monitor function. Just press the Mon button on the front panel to enable direct monitoring, which mixes the latency-free analog input signal with the return from your computer.
Integration of MIDI equipment is no problem for the Studio 68c. It offers traditional 5-pin MIDI I/O via the included breakout cable for straightforward connectivity with common gear such as a MIDI keyboard controller, synthesizer, or drum machine.
The supplied breakout cable also provides RCA coaxial jacks, which are a welcome bonus for interconnecting digital audio equipment outfitted with S/PDIF digital I/O. DJ mixers, outboard mic preamps, and external converters can often be found with S/PDIF input and output ports.
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.
| Form Factor | Tabletop |
| Display | 6 x Multi-Segment LED Meter |
| Channels of I/O | Analog: 4 Inputs / 4 Outputs Digital: 2 Inputs / 2 Outputs |
| Max Sample Rate/Resolution | 192 kHz / 24-Bit |
| Number of Mic Preamps | 4 |
| Input Level Adjustment | 4 x Knob |
| Expansion Slots | None |
| Pad | None |
| Gain/Trim Range | Mic Inputs: 80 dB Line Inputs: 40 dB Hi-Z Inputs: 80 dB |
| High-Pass Filter | None |
| Solo/Mute | None |
Connectivity
| Analog Audio I/O | 2 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input 2 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced Mic/Line Input 4 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line/Monitor Output (DC-Coupled) 1 x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output |
| Phantom Power | 48 V, Selectable On/Off (Applied to All Inputs) |
| Phantom Power Current | 10 mA per Channel |
| Digital Audio I/O | 1 x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Input (on Included Breakout Cable) 1 x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Output (on Included Breakout Cable) |
| Host Connection / USB | 1 x USB Type-C (Class-Compliant USB 2.0) |
| USB (Non-Host) | None |
| Sync I/O | None |
| Network I/O | None |
| MIDI I/O | 1 x DIN 5-Pin Input (on Breakout Cable) 1 x DIN 5-Pin Output (on Breakout Cable) |
| Other I/O | 1 x DE-9/DB-9 Breakout Cable In/Out |
| Wireless Connectivity | None |
Performance
| Frequency Response | Mic, Line Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.15 dB (at 48 kHz, Min Gain) Hi-Z Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.1 dB (at 48 kHz, Min Gain) Monitor Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.2 dB (at 48 kHz, Unity Gain) Line Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.2 dB (at 48 kHz, Unity Gain) Headphone Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.2 dB (at 48 kHz) |
| Max Input Level | Mic Inputs: +16 dBu (Balanced, Min Gain) Line Inputs: +22 dBu (Balanced, Min Gain) Hi-Z Inputs: +15 dBu (Unbalanced, Min Gain) |
| Max Output Level | Line/Monitor Outputs: +18 dBu (Balanced) |
| Headphone Output Power | 150 mW per Channel into 56 Ohms (Max) |
| Impedance | Mic Inputs: 1.6 Kilohms Line Inputs: 10 Kilohms Hi-Z Inputs: 1 Megohm Headphone Outputs: 32 to 300 Ohms |
| Dynamic Range | AD/DA Converters: 114 dB Mic Inputs: 114 dBA (Min Gain) Line Inputs: 113.9 dBA (Min Gain) Hi-Z Inputs: 114.7 dBA (Min Gain) Monitor Outputs: 109 dBA Line Outputs: 109 dBA Headphone Outputs: 107 dBA |
| THD+N | Mic/Line Inputs: 0.007% (1 kHz, Min Gain, at -1 dBFS) Hi-Z Inputs: 0.012% (1 kHz, Min Gain, at -1 dBFS) Monitor Outputs: 0.001% (1 kHz, at -1 dBFS) Line Outputs: 0.0015% (1 kHz, at -1 dBFS) Headphone Outputs: 0.002% (1 kHz, at -1 dBFS) |
| EIN | Mic Inputs: -130 dBu A-Weighted |
Digital Audio
| Sample Rates | Up to 192 kHz (AD/DA Conversion) |
| Sample Rate Conversion | None |
| Bit Depths | Up to 24-Bit (AD/DA Conversion) |
| Sync Sources | Internal, S/PDIF |
| Memory Card Slot | None |
Compatibility
| OS Compatibility | macOS 10.13 or Later (64-Bit, Only) Windows 10 (64-Bit, Only) |
| Included Software | Studio One Artist Ableton Live Lite |
| Compatible Software (Not Included) | Any Core Audio (Mac) Compliant Software |
| Supported Drivers/API & Plug-Ins | macOS Class-Compliant (No Driver Needed) |
| Processor Requirement | Mac: Intel Core i3 PC: Intel Core i3 AMD |
| RAM Requirements | 4 GB, 8 GB Recommended |
| Storage Requirements | 30 GB |
| Minimum Display Resolution | 1366 x 768 |
| Mobile Device Compatibility | None |
| Required Hardware | USB Cable (Included) Available USB 2.0 Port or USB Type-C Port |
| Internet Connection | Required for Registration, Software/Driver Download |
Power
| Power Requirements | AC/DC Power Adapter (Included) |
| Rail Voltage | Preamp: +30 V |
| AC/DC Power Adapter | 12 V at 1 A, Center-Positive (Included) |
Physical
| Dimensions | 9 x 5.5 x 1.75" / 22.9 x 14 x 4.45 cm |
| Weight | 2.4 lb / 1.1 kg |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 4.15 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 14.95 x 8.85 x 3.6" |