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The Presonus Studio Channel is a channel strip that features a tube preamp, a VCA compressor, and a 3-band parametric EQ. The tube preamp section features two knobs: Gain and Tube Drive. This allows you to adjust the amount of signal that hits the tube circuitry, opening up a wide range of sonic options. The VCA compressor section is well-suited to help all different kinds of audio sit nicely in a mix, whether it's percussion with fast transients, or smooth and silky vocals. The parametric EQ features a custom amplifier with a gain control on each of the 3 bands, with a variable Q knob on the mid frequency.
If you're curious about outboard gear and want to upgrade your signal path from the stock preamp found on most audio interfaces, the Presonus Studio Channel is an excellent choice for deeper sonic exploration. Likewise, experienced professionals will appreciate the Studio Channel's solid set of sound shaping tools, as well as its afforable pricetag.
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Inputs | 1 XLR, 1 Unbalanced 1/4" TS |
| Outputs | 1 XLR, 1 Balanced 1/4" TRS |
| Frequency Response | 10Hz to 50kHz |
| Noise | -96dBu |
| Preamp | |
|---|---|
| Gain Range | -6dB to +66dB (+/- 10dB trim on line input) |
| Maximum Output | +22dBu |
| Phantom Power | +48V |
| Compressor | |
|---|---|
| Threshold Range | -40dBu to +2dBu |
| Ratio | 1-10 (1:1 to 2:1) |
| Attack Time | 0.1 to 200ms |
| Release Time | 0.05ms to 3S |
| Sidechain | No |
| Frequency Bands |
Low frequencies = variable from 40Hz to 500kHz Mid frequencies = variable from 200Hz to 3kHz High frequencies = variable from 2kHz to 20kHz |
| Range (Boost/Cut) |
Low and high frequencies = variable between +/-10dB Mid frequencies = variable from -10dB to +10dB |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxDxH) |
19 x 1.75 x 5.5" (482.6 x 44.45 x 139.7mm) 1U (one rack space) |
| Weight | 5 lbs (2.267 kilograms) |
| Specialties |
Tube gain and tube drive EQ Pre/Post compressor switch |
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Very solid and well manufactured. Buttons are solid, unit is made well.
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Class A tube preamplifier, VCA compressor and 3-band Parametric EQ the PreSonus Studio Channel is your ticket. Fatten up your voiceovers...warm and smooth, the sound sits right up front ... it will make your voice over jobs fast and easy. and for this price is the best you can get...
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This mug gets the job DONE!! I think i have one of the cleanest, fullest sounds when i record my vocals.....and thats BEFORE i even EQ them in pro tools! Great job ProSonus! I LOVE it!! Come check out my music at [@] <---LOL (shameless plug)
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This is a great unit for the price. For home studio purposes it will beat any other unit for the price IMO.
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