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PreSonus StudioLive Series III SE 16 Digital Console Mixer / Recorder / Interface

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PreSonus StudioLive Series III SE 16 Digital Console Mixer / Recorder / Interface
Key Features
  • Metro: Live Remote Mixing Over Internet
  • 17 Touch-Sensitive Motorized Faders
  • 16 XMAX Preamps: 8 Mic and 8 Mic/Line
  • 10 Analog FlexMix Outs: 6 XLR and 4 TRS
Designed for live sound reinforcement, live recording, and studio recording applications, the PreSonus StudioLive SE 16 is a Series III 40-channel digital console, recorder, and audio interface in a subcompact, rack-mountable frame. Featuring 16 studio-grade, fully recallable, XMAX-R preamps and vintage-style EQ and compression options on every channel and bus, the StudioLive SE 16 allows you to mix faster and sound better. With the 16 FlexMixes, you can configure subgroups, auxes, or matrix mixes on a per mix basis. Matrix mixes include all 40 input channels and every bus, making it easy to create front- and side-fill mixes for large venues or producer mixes for broadcast applications. Additionally, the mixer offers 24 DCA groups, four dedicated subgroup mixes, and four FX mixes, each with a stereo return and dedicated processing with lush reverbs and delays.
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Designed for live sound reinforcement, live recording, and studio recording applications, the PreSonus StudioLive SE 16 is a Series III 40-channel digital console, recorder, and audio interface in a subcompact, rack-mountable frame. Featuring 16 studio-grade, fully recallable, XMAX-R preamps and vintage-style EQ and compression options on every channel and bus, the StudioLive SE 16 allows you to mix faster and sound better. With the 16 FlexMixes, you can configure subgroups, auxes, or matrix mixes on a per mix basis. Matrix mixes include all 40 input channels and every bus, making it easy to create front- and side-fill mixes for large venues or producer mixes for broadcast applications. Additionally, the mixer offers 24 DCA groups, four dedicated subgroup mixes, and four FX mixes, each with a stereo return and dedicated processing with lush reverbs and delays.

The StudioLive SE 16 features an integrated continuously bidirectional 64x64 USB 2.0 audio interface and onboard 34x34 SD recorder, which allows you to integrate backing tracks, record your show or mix your next album, plus it comes with a suite of integrated software including Capture multitracking, virtual soundcheck software, and a perpetual license of Studio One Pro. For even more flexibility, each channel can easily switch between analog, USB, SD, and AVB sources, making integrating your analog and digital gear easier than ever before. The StudioLive SE 16 can be controlled remotely from a computer or tablet and offers the ability to dial in a mix offline with Universal control. The built-in, Milan-certified AVB audio networking allows you to integrate stage boxes, personal monitor mixers, switches, and powerful accessories like the AVB-D16 AVB-to-Dante bridge that lets you add 16x16 Dante networking when you need it.

Additional Details
  • Portable, rack-mountable, and flexible 40-channel digital console available with 26 mix buses, integrated recording, advanced audio networking, and a complete professional software suite.
  • Flexible onboard 16 mic/line inputs with recallable XMAX preamps, 10 mix outputs, and dedicated Main LR outputs plus a Mono sum output.
  • 17 fully recallable touch-sensitive motorized faders.
  • Milan-certified AVB audio networking ecosystem makes it easy to connect PreSonus NSB stage boxes, EarMix 16M personal monitor mixers, other Studiolive Series III mixers, and AVB-D16 Dante bridge.
  • PreSonus Metro provides control of your mixer over the internet from anywhere in the world with real-time audio monitoring.
  • Continuously bidirectional 64x64 USB 2.0 interface with deep integration and included PreSonus Capture multitracking software with automated Virtual Soundcheck.
  • 7 State-Space modeled EQ and 8 vintage-inspired compressors options available on every input and bus.
  • Onboard 34x34 multitrack SD Card recording.
  • Take charge of your mix with 16 FlexMixes (aux mixes, subgroups, or matrix mixes), 4 dedicated FX mixes, 4 dedicated subgroups, and 24 DCA Groups.
  • Free Universal Control lets you remotely control your mixer, dial in mixes of line, or listen in and control your mixer over the Internet using PreSonus Metro.
  • PreSonus Metro lets you remotely control your mixer from anywhere with an Internet connection and monitor your audio in real time.
  • Free QMix-UC for iPhone and Android with easy-to-use Wheel of Me puts musicians’ monitor mixes in the palms of their hands.
  • Includes both Studio One Pro DAW and Capture Multitrack software.
  • Optional Dante support with AVB-D16.
UPC: 673454013003

PreSonus StudioLive SE Specs

Key Specs
Max I/O Capacity
38x Input / 26x Output
Number of Analog Input Channels
16 (16 Mono / 0 Stereo)
Number of Mic Preamps
16
Number of Analog Output Channels
10
Faders & Level Adjustment
17 Motorized Fader(Touch Sensitive)
Analog Inputs
8x XLR TRS Balanced Mic Input
8x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line Input
1x Stereo RCA Tape Input (1 Stereo Pair)
1x XLR Talkback Input
Analog Outputs
1x Stereo RCA Tape Output
2x XLR Main Output
1x XLR Mono-Summed Output
2x 1/4" Monitor Output
1x 1/4" Headphone Output
6x XLR Subgroup/Aux/Matrix Output
4x 1/4" Subgroup/Aux/Matrix Output
Digital I/O
1x RJ45 (Control, 1 Gb/s)
1x RJ45 AVB (I/O)
1x XLR AES3 Output
USB I/O
USB-B
Wireless
No
Rack Mountable
Yes
Mixer
Max I/O Capacity
38x Input / 26x Output
Number of Analog Input Channels
16 (16 Mono / 0 Stereo)
Number of Mic Preamps
16
Number of Analog Output Channels
10
Mix Routing
16x Bus
Groups
24x DCA Group
Presets
Yes
Faders & Level Adjustment
17 Motorized Fader(Touch Sensitive)
Meters
2x 12-Segment LED
Signal Processing
Gain/Trim Range
Up to +60 dB
Input Polarity
Normal/Reverse
Dynamic Processing
Compressor, Limiter, Gate
EQ
Input Channels:
4-Band EQ

Output Buses:
4-Band EQ
Graphic EQ
Yes
Solo/Mute
Solo, Mute per Input Channel
Audio Delay
Yes
Automatic Mic Mixing
Yes
Digital Audio
Sample Rates
44.1 / 48 kHz
Bit Depth
24-Bit
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.5 dBu
Max Input Level
Mic:
+12 dBu at Unity Gain

Line/Tape:
+18 dBu at Unity Gain
Analog Dynamic Range
115 dBA
Headphone Output Power
100 mW per Channel into 60 Ohms (Max)
I/O Impedance
Mic Input:
1 Kilohm

Line Input:
10 Kilohm

Main/Mix/Monitor/Tape Output:
100 Ohms
SNR
Mic/Line Input to Main Output:
94 dBA
THD
Mic/Line Input to Main Output:
0.005% at Unity Gain (+4 dBu, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, Unwtd)
Signal Generator
Yes
Connectivity
Analog Inputs
8x XLR TRS Balanced Mic Input
8x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line Input
1x Stereo RCA Tape Input (1 Stereo Pair)
1x XLR Talkback Input
Analog Outputs
1x Stereo RCA Tape Output (1 Stereo Pair)
2x XLR 3-Pin Main Output
1x XLR 3-Pin Mono-Summed Output
2x 1/4" TRS Monitor Output
1x 1/4" TRS Headphone Output
6x XLR 3-Pin Subgroup/Aux/Matrix Output
4x 1/4" TRS Subgroup/Aux/Matrix Output
Phantom Power
+48 V ±2 V (Selectable on Individual Inputs)
Digital I/O
1x RJ45 (Control, 1 Gb/s)
1x RJ45 AVB (I/O)
1x XLR AES3 Output
MIDI I/O
No
USB I/O
1x USB-B 2.0
Expansion Ports
No
Wireless
No
External Display I/O
No
Recording
Max Multitrack Recording
34 Tracks
Media Support
SD, USB Drive
Compatibility
OS Compatibility
Computer: macOS 10.8 or Later / Windows 7 or Later
Mobile: Android/iOS
RAM Requirements
4 GB, 8 GB Recommended
Mobile Device Compatibility
iPad
Android Smartphone
Android Tablet
Power
Input Power
90 to 230 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Physical
Rack Mountable
Yes
Operating Conditions
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Dimensions
17.6 x 6.5 x 23" / 44.7 x 16.5 x 58.4 cm
Weight
23.1 lb / 10.5 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
32.82 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
31.6 x 23.25 x 12.5"

PreSonus StudioLive SE Reviews

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The PreSonus StudioLive Series III SE 16 Digital Console Mixer / Recorder / Interface supports 32-bit floating point digital audio at sample rates of up to 48 kHz.
Answered by: Lisa S
Date published: 2025-07-29
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