Desktop 6 x 6 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface

Studio 68C

Overview

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.

Features

Input/Output

• Simultaneous I/O up to 6 inputs/6 outputs (4x4 at 192 kHz)

• 2 mic/instrument/line inputs with XMAX Class A mic preamps

• 2 mic/line inputs with XMAX Class A mic preamps

• 2 balanced ¼” TRS main outputs

• DC coupled for sending control voltages

• 2 balanced ¼” TRS line outputs for monitor mixing

• DC coupled for sending control voltages

• 1 stereo headphone output

• MIDI In/Out

• Stereo S/PDIF digital I/O

• 1 USB-C™ compatible 2.0 port

• USB-C™ to USB-C™ and USB-C™ to USB-A cables included for compatibility with most computers

Meters, Controls, and Features

• Direct monitoring

• Cue mix A/B (for headphone output)

• Front-panel level controls for main outputs

• True +48V phantom power for condenser microphones (global)

• 6 ladder-style LED level meters (4 input, 2 main output)

Integrated Software

• Studio One Artist®

• Studio Magic Plug-in Suite

Digital

• USB-C™ compatible port (USB 2.0)

• 24-bit resolution

• 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192 kHz sampling rates

Physical

• Road-rugged construction with all-metal chassis and metal knobs

Specifications

What’s in the Box

• PreSonus Studio 68c Desktop 6x6 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface

• Studio One Artist Software (Download)

• Studio Magic Plug-In Suite (Download)

• USB Type-C Cable (3.3')

• USB Type-A to USB Type-C Cable (3.3')

• Breakout Cable for MIDI and S/PDIF I/O

• External Power Supply