PreSonus StudioLive 16.4.2 Digital Audio Sound Mixer - Review

http://www.ccisolutions.com/StoreFront/product/presonus-studiolive-16-4-2 The PreSonus 16.4.2 digital mixer features explained. Ron Simonson gives us a walk through on the new Presonus StudioLive digital mixer. He takes you through the complete channel settings, effects, EQ, sub groups, instant recall and the capture recording software. Find out why this may be the right mixer for you to use live in your church or music space. Ron says enthusiastically " You can't beat this board" and after you see the features packed into this affordable digital mixer you'll know why.

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[CCISolutions]

I think the Yamaha 01V96V2 is a good mixer, but there are several very compelling reasons to consider the PreSonus. No, you won't get to use your Digimax preamps but I will say the XMAX preamps are the best available in this price range. You can show others the EQ if you have an iPad or computer running the free control software. One of the cool things about the PreSonus 16.4.2 is it's ability to expand by linking up to (4) mixers together. We've sold several pairs that are out in the field.

[nbaudio]

This is a great little mixer!! VERY VERY VERY easy to use!!

[CCISolutions]

@nbaudio Glad you feel that way. I think so too. You can get up and running pretty quickly. On the other hand, there are lots of features, and a ton of flexibility that can take a while to learn.

[joise69]

its really funny how he throws shit to other consoles lol

[CCISolutions]

@joise69 Sorry about that! Didn't mean to imply that other consoles are garbage. There are lots of great digital consoles out there. We've used and specified Yamaha, Avid, A&H, Soundcraft and many other digital consoles. I just think that Presonus has come up with a really compelling value in the $2-3K range. Now, with the Presonus StudioLive 16.0.2 coming out in June at around $1299, pros considering a small analog mixer may move up to the advantages of Presonus digital technology.

[anointed01]

What's the Dynamic Range of the 16.4.2?

[CCISolutions]

@anointed01 The 32-bit A/D converters have 118dB of dynamic range.

[ratzzzzigg]

Thanks for the video! Don't understand why 90% of video of presonus made by the strange guy from presonus. Don't like him :(

When mixers are linked - it's not possible to record from, isn't it?

Is it possible to run control software and recording software for the single connected mixer simultaneously?

[L1cKmy9]

Lol I love at 1:15 it say "how cool is that". Anyway a very informative video that explains a lot of the capabilities of a good sound board!

[48track]

For live applications,

: Is it possible to PFL individual channels during performance through Headphones at the console?

: Also are the sub-groups able to be assigned to the Main-Mix to get more juice out of quieter inputs? ie: a quiet vocalist on a loud stage.

: Is it possible to AFL the Aux outs to listen (via headphones at the console) to what I'm sending on stage?

: Finally, is it possible to PFL the FX returns to hear what I'm sending to the main mix?

Cheers

[KarmasRevengeRecords]

Total recall?

[KarmasRevengeRecords]

Christian Preamps? Mmmmmmm ....

[jonnyweston]

If I go for a presonus:

I don't get to use my ext digimax preamps,

I don't get a display showing EQ graphs, which are useful when training others in how to EQ constructively without making mush.

The presonus IS expandable - but only if you use their firewire recording interface.

I can not find any examples of anyone who's actually done this, and nothing shows how the fade action behaves when you flip from channels 1-16, over to channels 17 to 24.

Do you have an answer for how this happens?

JW

[jonnyweston]

Here's the challenge:

I just sold my 01v desk to get money to put it towards my 01v96V2... trouble is - the guy who was selling the 01v96v2 - kind of "forgot" he was holding it for me and wen't and sold it.

because the 01v96 2nd hand are rare to go cheap on ebay - I am looking at other desks.

I am in the trade and get discount - but if I weigh up the 01v96 against the presonus - I am not ure I am yet convinced.

The 01v96 is 24 channels with ext ADAT preamps

[NegroPijon]

Very good video but let me correct you....

5:00

The High Pass Filter don't have an ON/OFF button is always ON and if you turn it all way down is OFF. (See the OFF under 24 Hz)

There's no relation between the Phase (that button under the High Pass Knob) and the High Pass filter. Just to clarify that point. ;-)

The new 16.0.2 has the ON button for High Pass Filter, but the 16.4.2 and 24.4.2 dont have it

[Soundtechguy]

One of the better walk arounds that I have seen regarding this console. Very Nice Job!