PreSonus ioStation 24c USB-C Audio Interface Production Controller Overview
PreSonus ioStation 24c USB-C Audio Interface & Production Controller
The ioStation 24c audio interface and production controller provides essential tools to record, mix, and produce in an ergonomic desktop design that fits into any home studio. Record through two pristine XMAX mic preamps and high-definition 24-bit, 192 kHz analog-to-digital converters. Navigate your recordings with easy-to-use transport controls. Edit your production and automate parameters with the powerful Session Navigator and mix using a 100 mm touch-sensitive motorized fader. Whether you’re producing your latest album or just getting started with your first podcast, the ioStation 24c lets you record and mix, with tactile controls—all on a single USB connection.
Features:
● USB-C™ compatible (USB 2.0), 24-bit/192 kHz 2x2 audio interface and production controller
● 2 transparent XMAX Class A mic preamps to capture every detail
● 2 high-headroom instrument/line inputs to record guitar, bass, and your favorite synths
● High-powered headphone amp with Mix knob for zero-latency, analog monitoring
● 2 balanced ¼-inch Line outputs with dedicated level control
● Single touch-sensitive, 100 mm long-throw, motorized fader
● Transport controls with solo, mute, and record arm
● Innovative Session Navigator controls make mixing and controlling DAWs quick and easy
● Seamless, native support for Studio One
● Compatible with Logic Pro X, Cubase, Ableton Live, and Pro Tools via MCU and HUI
● USB-C to USB-C and USB-C to USB-A cables included
● Studio One® Artist and Studio Magic Plug-in Suite included
- General
- 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: +16 dBu (balanced, min gain)
- Gain Range: 80 dB
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.15 dB, min gain, 48 kHz)
- Dynamic Range: 107 dB (A-wtd, min gain)
- THD + N: 0.007% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, min gain)
- EIN: -128 dBu (max gain, 150Ω, A-wtd)
- Input Impedance: 1.6 kΩ
- Phantom Power: +48 VDC (10 mA per channel)
- Line Inputs:
- Maximum Level: +22 dBu (balanced, min gain)
- Gain Range: 40 dB
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.15 dB, min gain, 48 kHz)
- Dynamic Range: 113.9 dB (A-wtd, min gain)
- THD + N: 0.007% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, min gain)
- Input Impedance: 10 kΩ
- Instrument Inputs
- Maximum Level: +15 dBu (unbalanced, min gain)
- Gain Range: 80 dB
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.2 dB, 48 kHz, min gain)
- Dynamic Range: 110 dB (A-wtd, min gain)
- THD + N: 0.012% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, min gain)
- Input Impedance: 1 MΩ
- Main Outputs
- Type: ¼" TRS Female
- Maximum Level: +18 dBu (balanced)
- Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz (±0.2dB, unity gain, 48 kHz)
- Dynamic Range: 109 dB (A-wtd)
- THD + N: 0.005% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS)
- Headphone Outputs
- Maximum Power: 150 mW/channel (56Ω load)
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.2 dB, 56Ω load, 48 kHz)
- Dynamic Range: 107 dB (A-wtd, 56Ω load)
- THD + N: 0.002% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, no load)
- Impedance Working Range: 32Ω to 300Ω
- Physical
- Height: 2.4" (61 mm)
- Width: 6.76" (172 mm)
- Depth: 9.6" (244 mm)
- Weight: 2.2 lbs (1 kg)
- Mac:
- macOS® 10.11 or higher (64-bit only)
- Intel® i-series 2 GHz multicore processor (or AMD equivalent) or faster
- 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)
- Windows:
- Windows® 7 x64 SP1 + platform update, Windows 8.1 x64, Windows 10 x64
- 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 compatibility
- 32 GB hard disk space
- PreSonus Universal Control 2.0 or higher
- Monitor with 1366x768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended)
- Multitouch-enabled monitor required for touch operation