Description
The PreSonus StudioLive SE 16 is a compact 40-channel Series III digital mixer, recorder, and audio interface designed for live sound, broadcast, and studio production. It features 16 recallable XMAX-Remote preamps, pristine 32-bit processing, and a 64×64 USB interface with onboard SD recording for seamless multitrack capture. Powered by the FLEX DSP engine, it delivers studio-quality sound with vintage-modeled Fat Channel EQs and compressors. Milan-certified AVB networking enables easy integration with NSB stage boxes and EarMix personal mixers. Remote control via PreSonus Metro and Universal Control ensures complete flexibility from any location.


Multitrack Recording
The StudioLive SE 16 features a continuously bidirectional 64x64 USB 2.0 audio interface and onboard 34x34 SD recorder, allowing simultaneous recording and playback without external hardware. Integrated Capture software enables one-click Virtual Soundcheck, while the included Studio One Pro DAW provides a seamless environment for live recording, editing, and mixing.


Fat Channel Processing
Powered by the FLEX DSP engine, the SE 16 delivers studio-grade processing with seven modeled EQs and eight vintage-style compressors on every channel and bus. Modeled after classic analog gear, these processors provide warmth and depth, while the intuitive Fat Channel workflow ensures fast, precise control for professional results in any live or studio setup.
- 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 64×64 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 34×34 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.
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
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
Sample Rates: 44.1 / 48 kHz
Bit Depth: 24-Bit
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.5 dBu
Max Input Level
Mic Input: +12 dBu at Unity Gain
Line/Tape Input: +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 Kilohms
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
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 Bus/Mix Output
4x 1/4″ TRS Bus/Mix 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
USB I/O: 1x USB-B 2.0
Max Multitrack Recording: 34 Tracks
Media Support: SD, USB Drive
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
Input Power: 90 to 230 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
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















