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PreSonus StudioLive Classic 16.0.2 USB Digital Console Mixer
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PreSonus StudioLive Classic 16.0.2 USB Digital Console Mixer

Bottom line: The PreSonus StudioLive Classic 16.0.2 USB Digital Console Mixer: 12 Class A XMAX mic preamps cover a full band without outboard preamps; main trade-off: USB recording caps at 24-bit/44.1 and 48 kHz, with no 96 kHz option.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 12 Class A XMAX mic preamps cover a full band without outboard preamps
  • ✓ 18-in/16-out USB 2.0 interface records every channel plus the main L/R mix
  • ✓ Fat Channel EQ, compressor, expander and limiter on every channel and bus
  • ✓ Scene save/recall stores whole console setups between services or sets
  • ✓ Bundles Studio One Artist, Capture and UC Surface iPad control at no extra cost

Cons

  • ✗ USB recording caps at 24-bit/44.1 and 48 kHz, with no 96 kHz option
  • ✗ Only 12 of the 16 inputs get XMAX preamps; 4 are stereo line channels
  • ✗ 60 mm faders are shorter than the 100 mm throw on larger consoles
  • ✗ EQ is 3-band semi-parametric, not fully parametric with sweepable Q

Manufacturer description

Product DescriptionThe StudioLive 16. 0. 2 USB is a great choice for small churches, schools, bands, and clubs, and it’s perfect for a small studio on a budget. It features 16 channel inputs, 4 of them stereo channels, and 12 with XMAX mic preamps; a built-in 18x16 USB 2. 0 interface; extensive signal processing on every channel and bus; 4 aux buses; extensive metering; Scene and setting save/recall; MIDI control; and more. Yet it’s lightweight and rack-mountable, operates much like an analog console, and delivers superb audio quality. It comes with PreSonus’ UC Surface control software…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored PreSonus StudioLive Classic 16.0.2 USB Digital Console Mixer using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the streaming gear category. PreSonus's streaming gear lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

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Key Features

  • 16 channel inputs (8 mono and 4 stereo channel inputs with 60 mm faders (12 faders)
  • 12 Class A XMAX solid-state mic preamplifiers (12 channels + talkback)
  • 4 auxiliary buses (pre/post-fader send) and 2 internal FX buses
  • 2 stereo 32-bit digital effects processors
  • Fat Channel signal processing on all channels and buses, with 3-band semi-parametric EQ, compressor, downward expander, and limiter
  • Stereo, 31-band graphic EQ on the main bus

Full Specifications

BrandPreSonus
MIDI I/Ocontrol main and effects output levels, recall effects presets and Scenes, and serve as a MIDI interface
Frequency20 KHz
Unit Count1 Count
Audio InputUSB
ConnectivityWireless, USB
Model NumberSL-1602 USB
Power SourceCorded Electric
CompatibilityAndroid, iOS, Mac
Item Type Name16x2 Performance & Recording Digital Mixer
Connection TypeWireless
Number of Channels16
Warranty Description1-year limited manufacturer warranty.
Output Connector TypeUSB Type B
Connectivity TechnologyUSB
Manufacturer Part NumberStudioLive 16.0.2 USB
Item Dimensions D x W x H15.56"D x 16"W x 5.5"H
Global Trade Identification Number00673454006210

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