NAMM 2017: PreSonus Unveils Studio 26 and Studio 68 Ultra-Hi Def Recording Interfaces

PreSonus has launched two new hi-def USB2 recording interfaces aimed at mobile music-makers and smaller studios. With support for sample rates up to 192kHz and a copy of Studio One included, they are designed to provide all the tools you need to track audio wherever you are. They share a similar core feature set, with the Studio 68 providing a higher I/O count for those who need more channels.  

Both interfaces share a core of features including:

• Direct monitoring
• Cue mix A/B (for headphone output)
• Front-panel level controls for main outputs
• True +48V phantom power for condenser microphones (global)
• 4 ladder-style LED level meters (2 input, 2 main output)
• USB 2.0
• 24-bit resolution
• 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192 kHz sampling rates
• Studio One® Artist included

In terms of I/O they differ slightly:

Studio 26

• Simultaneous I/O up to 2 inputs/4 outputs
• 2 mic/instrument/line inputs with XMAX Class A mic preamps
• 2 balanced ¼” TRS main outputs
• 2 balanced ¼” TRS line outputs for monitor mixing or speaker switching
• 1 stereo headphone output
• MIDI In/Out

Studio 26 Rear Panel

Studio 68

• 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
• 2 balanced ¼” TRS line outputs for monitor mixing or speaker switching
• 1 stereo headphone output
• MIDI In/Out
• Stereo S/PDIF digital I/O

Studio 68 Rear Panel