NEW MIXER FOR MY SYNTHESIZER SETUP!! - Presonus StudioLive 32SC

Presonus 32SC mixer
Today we are checking out the Presonus 32SC mixer. If you enjoy my videos support on Patreon: / bobeats // Here's gear I recommend for a synth setup & your studio. This is almost exclusively gear I have used in my studio and know to work. (All links are affiliate links)
Presonus 32SC
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/462793?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/vLe2j
MIXERS (all of these can record multiple channels at once)
1010 Music BlueBox (super small)
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/504944?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/b4ELm
US: bit.ly/PS-1010
Soundcraft MTK 22
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/359305?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/6a2GG
US: bit.ly/PC-soundcraft22
Soundcraft MTK 12
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/359304?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/35b7d
US: bit.ly/PC-soundcraft12
Tascam Model 12
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/483453?offid=... (affordable!)
US: imp.i114863.net/Vro4E
Presonus 16 channel
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/423722?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/RxJRb
Presonus 32SC (the one I use)
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/462793?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/vLe2j
MIDI THRU BOXES (midi splitters)
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/220156?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/LvenY
iConnectivity MioXL (there's a smaller one too!)
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/476770?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/xxAy1
SYNTH STAND
Jaspers: thmn.to/thoprod/443021?offid=...
GOOD FX
Zoia
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/463334?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/5b6MAL
Blackhole
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/503207?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/jExYb
Tricerachorus
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/529760?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/MXJDDK
EURORACK
Rackbrute Case
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/431059?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/16j3g
Nifty Case
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/499147?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/nOrmR
Affordable eurorack modules (Dreadbox Chromatic Series)
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/486796?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/kjeaad
PATCHBAY:
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/118484?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/XxbLLg
SEQUENCERS (makes no sounds themselves)
Novation SL Mk3 // 8 track keyboard/sequencer/controller:
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/450573?offid=...
US:imp.i114863.net/QqZ79
Arturia Keystep Pro // 4 track sequencer/controller:
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/483153?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/M4G7Y
SYNTH & SAMPLERS WITH SEQUENCER
Roland MC101 // portable 4 track synth
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/473345?offid=...
US:imp.i114863.net/74Lq5
Roland MC707 // 8 track synth and sampler
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/473348?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/rvkmd
Novation Circuit Tracks // 4 track Sequencer & Synth
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/512775?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/0kgRJ
Elektron Digitakt // 8 track sampler, 8 track sequencer
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/409950?offid=...
US:imp.i114863.net/yDJYB
Elektron Digitone // 4 track FM synth + 4 track sequencer
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/431568?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/4kOXL
NI Maschine+ // standalone sequencer/sampler
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/501389?offid=...
US:imp.i114863.net/m69Yy
DRUM MACHINES
Roland TR8S (very versatile!)
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/434284?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/PLJoR
TR6S (tiny!)
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/504204?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/QBzL6
Analog Rytm MK2 (pricey but amazing!)
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/503365?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/WjW7O
Pulsar-23 (a bit overkill for a beginner)
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/504302?offid=...
US: bit.ly/pulsar23
Drumbrute Impact
EU: thmn.to/thoprod/444377?offid=...
US: imp.i114863.net/LJod3
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MY STUFF
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COMMUNITY
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GEAR I USE (affiliate)
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BUSINESS INQUIRY
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[@BoBeats]

Here's gear I recommend for a synth setup & your studio. This is almost exclusively gear I have used in my studio and know to work. (All links are affiliate links) MIXERS (all of these can record multiple channels at once) BlueBox redir.love/5eSI5log (super small) Soundcraft MTK 22: redir.love/Lz35MmNy Soundcraft MTK 12: redir.love/aPfcq34t Tascam Model 12: redir.love/ZRF0NVpW (affordable!) Presonus 16 channel: redir.love/ss7CWjUr Presonus 32SC (the one I use): redir.love/RDNxeOC9 MIDI THRU BOXES (midi splitters) Kenton Thru-5: redir.love/d5cyo4Gx midi solutions thru box: redir.love/qjANR69s iConnectivity MioXL (there's a smaller one too!) redir.love/tlXJCRm9 SYNTH STAND Jaspers: redir.love/TmKv2niJ GOOD FX Zoia: redir.love/4BysDzzC Mod Duo X: redir.love/DUigViEW Blackhole: redir.love/ZrnG7sHL EURORACK Rackbrute Case: redir.love/Oq9TY5XV Nifty Case: redir.love/bPPFJZxh Affordable modules: redir.love/xlS56kNh PATCHBAY: redir.love/FA9FzgSp SEQUENCERS (makes no sounds themselves) Novation SL Mk3 // 8 track keyboard/sequencer/controller: redir.love/OpiiymOF Arturia Keystep Pro // 4 track sequencer/controller: redir.love/wcdKr2aG SYNTH & SAMPLERS WITH SEQUENCER Roland MC101 // portable 4 track synth: redir.love/WEV5zU2a Roland MC707 // 8 track synth and sampler: redir.love/ZXvaPQxT Novation Circuit Tracks // 4 track Sequencer & Synth: redir.love/VmtyAXa5 Elektron Digitakt // 8 track sampler, 8 track sequencer: redir.love/MiLNj6yp Elektron Digitone // 4 track FM synth + 4 track sequencer: redir.love/XvDhPMVU NI Maschine+ // standalone sequencer/sampler/: redir.love/JdfuRpF0 GOOD STARTER SYNTHS Minilogue: redir.love/JjsQmfX1 Minilogue XD: redir.love/dlk50GPM Argon8: redir.love/29RChEad Cobalt8: redir.love/nazGt9Tn Microfreak: redir.love/j9fxu250 Dreadbox Typhon: redir.love/yFGoYs69 Korg NuTekt NTS1: redir.love/Re0IKdpG Reface CS: redir.love/A2HoVovD HydraSynth: redir.love/ERiGbQhv DRUM MACHINES Roland TR8S (very versatile!): redir.love/9IYrzQ0b TR6S (tiny!): redir.love/hOo0rL5Z Analog Rytm MK2 (pricey but amazing!): redir.love/qGmO7p0i Pulsar-23 (a bit overkill for a beginner): redir.love/fDCCbnQg Drumbrute Impact: redir.love/FjZcqKz8 SPEAKERS: IK MTM: redir.love/bhYrjCmm ADAM A5X: redir.love/AoY8D5qI Eve Audio SC3070: redir.love/WtImCPCy

[@RecordingStudio9]

Hi Bo, I own a Studiolive 24 Ser 3 and love it. I'm sure you will too as it will make it easy to have multiple synths connected and running at the same time. Yes, the Chorus and Flanger is now added. Enjoy it. I hope they let you keep it.

[@Individual_two]

This Presonus mixer is designed to compete against the Behringer X32 digital mixer, which is probably the most widely-used small-medium venue sound mixer on the market. Both give big venue console performance (e.g. Midas, DiGiCo, Avid Venue, etc.) at a club musician-friendly price. Small tip: One way to work around the balky touch screen could be to download the Presonus iPad app, then pair it to the console.

[@nil2k]

I have been using the studiolive 16 series 3 mixer since the end of 2017, which is pretty much the same mixer as this, except with fat channel scribble strips that this model lost. I also chose based on space available for the mixer... And yes, I started using the internal effects a ton with my various midi modules (many of which date from the mid 1990s).

[@99jsuave]

Literally subbed right now because of the USB fiddling. I felt that in my soul! LOL. Nice review. Look forward to watching more.

[@synriser6742]

I recently bought a Presonus StudioLive AR16 USB. It's an analogue mixer, and one I could afford. It's great value for money. I also like to have everything combined in one place. Before I had to constantly switch cables. Oh, and it can do multitrack recording. It also has an SD slot to record a full mix.

[@mikeexits]

The jump that the motorized faders did startled me for a second. That's wayyy faster than I ever expected motorized faders to be! Granted I've never really seen them before, I just always assumed they'd be slow, or at most half the speed shown in this video. Damn!

[@BoBeats]

and there are even snappier ones out there! Imagine that!

[@chrisstrobel3439]

I’ve always found flying faders extremely visually pleasing .. and almost bought one of these so I could watch those faders dance, but then I came back down to reality and bought some LED candles instead .. much cheaper. I use the Studiolive 32r myself.

[@rhill109]

I bought a Yamaha TF5 a year ago because I wanted all my synths plugged in and ready to use. It wasn't cheap but well worth it. I work so much faster now and get more use out of my outboard gear. Also I get to use the individual outs on my drum machines without lots of cable swapping, which used to kill the "moment", so to speak.

[@gimble8638]

indeed ran, its exactly the kind of integration which makes it so useful and workflow friendly to boot :)

[@WildernessMusic_GentleSerene]

Yes, you know it. I have my studio rigged the same. A mixer with all my synths, samplers, drum machines all ready to record to a hardware multi-track. Creativity and production increase of 100x. No computer.

[@rhill109]

Wilderness Music I can sequence from either Cubase or MC-500. Best of both worlds. I only use virtual instruments now sparingly. Way quicker than auditioning hundreds of patches with a mouse.

[@WildernessMusic_GentleSerene]

@@rhill109 MC-500 very kool. I used to sequence with a Kawaii hardware piece. Can't stand presets, actually hate presets, those patches never are a perfect fit to the music. Sound design is very rewarding, though I only design on hardware. The awkwardness of sound design in soft synths makes me stressed and interferes with creation. I bought Arturia's Keylab thinking the hardware/software match would be ideal...NO :( . The control is not consistent from one synth to the other, making for another software confusing mess. And I can hunt through a 1000 of the presets and never come up with what I am looking for - even with the limited editing. I have the perfect solution to software synth control, but no one is interested.

[@rhill109]

Wilderness Music I would never say that hardware sounds better. Or that I can tell the difference in a finished track. But for me, I get so much more enjoyment from my hardware synths and drum machines that it’s worth the hassle and expense of keeping and maintaining all my old gear. My RX-11 and Drumbrute sound amazing together.

[@PeanutButterAM]

I just got a Behringer x32 compact this week. Coming from my 12 channel Mackie and basically 4 input MPCX, it makes sooooooo much difference! ...to be honest, I probably would have went that way if I could afford it. But the x32 does not disappoint. 🤘🏽 Stay classy! Ha.

[@williamlittlejohn5929]

Thanks for that review and hope more will come soon on the Presonus StudioLive.Got a StudioLive 32, not sure if I use it at its maximum potential...was looking for tutorials but found nothing...I will definitely check the channel you mentioned.

[@thill47]

Thanks for this. I am about to purchase this model and the 32R stage box. Looking forward to it. At the moment I have the Presonus Studio Live 24-4-2, Very old but it has served me so well. Poor old thing.

[@HomeCinemaJunkie]

I dont have a lot of gear so now I'm only using a Presonus Studio 192 sound card for recording. I noticed a BIG improvement in sound quallity over my previous Scarlett 18i8...

[@EdgetoneStudios]

Hey Bo. I moved from an Apollo x8p, x16p and Cranborne 500 ADAT setup to a StudioLive 32s in 2022. I found that the hands-on controls were much more important to me than the so-called higher end audio of the Apollos. In reality, the Presonus sounded just as good to my ears, I saved tons of money even after losing value through resale of the Apollos. I ended up getting a Radial Workhorse Powerhouse 500 series rack with 10 slots and filling it with outboard preamps. I send those into 10 of the line inputs on the Studiolive. My studio has a fully isolated tracking room with up to 16 mics and 6 phones, as well as a mostly isolated entry/vocal booth with 4 mics and 2 phones. But my main goal with the Studiolive was to have plenty of inputs for my synths. The collection has shifted since 2022, but currently I have: Roland D50, Korg DW8000, Yamaha DX7 IID and RX5, Sequential OB6, Moog Matriarch, DSI Polyevolver keyboard and Tempest, Korg SV1, Vermona DRM1 MK IV, Teenage Engineering EP-133, and my favourite synth of all time, the UDO Super Gemini. One of the great things on the Studiolive (and probably any digital mixer) is the digital patching. Because I don't use external Aux1 or 2 or Tape, I set those to be USB out from the computer. I then assign PC audio to Tape, Studio One out to Aux 2, and my click track to Aux 3. That means every channel is available for tracking. It also allows hardware control of playback volume of all those sources and independent control for heaphone mixes. It really is an amazing "audio interface". I'm planning to do a livestream next week on Studiolive questions and answers. I'll be my first livestream so we'll see how that goes.

[@asleep909]

Most of you will laugh: But I tend to record my hardware synths directly into my computer from a Behringer U-Phoria 4-in, 4 out audio interface using Bitwig Studio. I do have a USB mixer from the same company, but tend to enjoy 'mixing in the box' because of the possibilities of sample deconstruction as well as a much larger volume of effects.

[@IntheDAW]

I found my 32sc also had a sluggish touch screen but i went into the settings hit shift and calibrated it. Its way more responsive now.

[@BoBeats]

I will try this

[@edjefferson9175]

Thank you for that tip. Huge improvement for me!

[@gimble8638]

great vid as per bud, been doing my research on this recently, and the tipping point was your vid, my order is going in, plus the fact im largely gonna use it stand alone aswell as the Daws etc :) nice one again bo :)

[@BoBeats]

i hope you will enjoy it. Its really growing on me.

[@gimble8638]

my current one is dying (its a 90s allen heath) 32 channel, i looked at the 16channel version of this too but i think id miss the added flexibility so il stick with 32 version i think,64 would just be overkill that id never get the benefit from not to mention the added cost lol. As for what i record on that can vary greatly depending on what im working on and what the client wants, im a dinosaur so lets just say if someone particularly says wanted reel too reel, or DAT etc i can still do that, no wonder after 40yrs i cant move in my tiny studio for all the accumulated stuff lol :)

[@gimble8638]

plus another important factor with this model being so versatile is that you dont need to use a digital interface anymore bo, so its far easier to incorporate your hardware and software together and a neater more user friendly integration which massively aids workflow (well for me anyway) :)

[@FreddieShreddieTV]

hi bo. i use a cerwin and vega 1224 to run all my hardware through. i assign the mixers control room out through a two way switcher into my kaos pad quad so i can effect any of my gear before it goes into my focusrite interface. i also have a boss br16 track for its superb effects and run them through my aux. i also assign the mixers main out into my switcher when i dont want to go through the kaos pad quad (maximum sound quality without quad so i use it sparingly) :)

[@IDASoCal]

I’ve route all external gear to multiple patchbays and then to several MOTU boxes. I really like that Stagebox product. I’ll have take a look at that for a second room I’m planning. Thanks for the vid.

[@sounflowdjproducer7294]

Ordered my Presonus 32sc for studio setup, large synth setup , but also will be useful for outdoor gigs, can't wait

[@WildernessMusic_GentleSerene]

Thanks Bo for the introduction to Presonus. I need a new solution for all hardware recording. Presently I am all hardware, no computer for synth jams, but import WAV files from the hardware recorder to DAW for pro finishing. I use a ZoomR24 and 2, four buss mixers, to mix 8 sub-mixes to my 8 inputs of the ZoomR24 for synth jams (24 track overdub for pro work). This gives me an eight track mixdown control for mastering on the Zoom to stereo finish. Since my mixers today are failing I will need to replace them or find a new solution for 24 to 32 track simultaneous recording and not use mixers before the recording hardware anymore. The Tascam 32 looks promising, but effects is a major problem, The need for a more professional 4 aux is necessary. The effects on the Presonus in your review would have to be excellent, or I would not consider it, and at least 2 aux sends and stereo returns would also be a requirement. And I would like to up the resolution too, 24 bit 96kh would be a good start and in standard WAV file for import to DAW.

[@dogefresh2]

I use the Behringer x32 producer and studio one professional with my Yamaha montage 6.

[@JakeSweeper]

I just bought a 5-channel USB mixer for my Truck as I'm starting to play synths together and I only have a 2 input A.I.. Still working on getting it to play nice with Ableton, but it hooks into my iPad and Garage band rather nicely. At least now, I can record what I play. As for the home, I'm still debating on what type of mixer I'd want or if I shout simply buy a bigger audio-interface.

[@Metalpazallteway]

What would be the biggest take away from this mixer compared to the other Studio live versions? Nice video btw happy new year...

[@scottfrost317]

Press us have great stuff. The 16.0.2 is even smaller. But you could also use the new zoom live trak mixers which are even smaller

[@LifeInSpacePodcast]

Boy this would be a dream come true kind of mixer! Nice 👍

[@giovannilami3381]

Hi Bo, I really appreciate this video and the others showing your studio setup. Imo they're super useful to help who decide to setup a home studio or, as me, changing the workflow trying to find a better, faster, much more intuitive and flexible connection between all the devices. I've this mixer in my radar, but I've technical question for you, since as me, I suppose you're working mainly with line inputs, using just a few times microphones. I've seen on the tech sheet that inputs from 1 to 8 are xlr, not combo, and it's written there you should need a DI to use them as line. But I've seen in your studio setup (when you show the connections on the rear) you use xlr with coloured cables plugged. Do you use a DI as a bridge between it and the devices or it's possible to patch them using a xlr connector (balanced or not) straight from the devices? Thanks a lot. Ciao!

[@_Thorsten]

Nice mixer and video !

[@mattsynth]

That is one nice mixer. I am so use to recording into Cubase Pro, I am not sure I would want to go back to a physical mixer board. #1 I don't have the space in my studio for such a large unit. I would like to know the advantages of using a mixer like this compared to using built in mixers in a DAW like Cubase? Is it just the physical touch thing?

[@tientienyao]

Oh it’s great that you have reviewed this! You are right, a digital mixer with motorised faders is an overkill for most bedroom recording in the box. That said, I’m evaluating the ‘performance-to-cost ratio’ if I were to get a Presonus Faderport 16, a patchbay, and Adat i/o to expand my audio interface. Putting these considerations in place, maybe a digital mixer with motorised faders seems like a good solution to simplify my studio from clutter? What do you guys think?

[@edjefferson9175]

Agree. It's all in one box.

[@LittleZdy]

motu 8 pre with few 500 series pre's (Lindell, Chameleon etc) and crest mixer.

[@Val_Cla]

usually i record my synth with my interface, and sometimes a few pedals in between^^ It's cool that you found a good mixer for your setup Bo ! i'm sure you'll make a good use of it ;)

[@gimble8638]

yeah and you can dispose completely of a digital interface with this which aids workflow emensly :)

[@LifeInSpacePodcast]

When it comes to usb mixers does it matter what length of usb cable you use ie 5ft-20ft? How long is the usb cable you have connected to your usb mixer to your computer? Depending on where your mixer is placed is there any loss of quality when using a longer cable in general or technical difficulties etc? Stay creative friend 🙂

[@luvjameyr]

Hi Bo enjoyed the video on the Presonus Series 111.I have been looking at the 32sx.I am torn between this new series and the Apollo x6 and using console 1 and console fader with the Apollo.Are you familiar with the Apollo interface?I am just curious if you can get that big analog phat sound out of the Presonus like the Apollo.I don‘t see many examples of genres like say R&B,Pop .Thank you ,I‘d like to get your take on this.I‘ll be using Logic Pro x with a Mac.

[@mtewner]

Is there any issue with connecting synths to the 8x XLR "mic" inputs, or can you only use the 8 "combi" jacks?

[@officialWWM]

I just ordered this bad boy. I hope it's good!

[@ata000001]

I have a Zoom Livetrak L20, it's a lot cheaper than this mixer, but has a lot of similar features, including multitrack recording to both SD card and via USB to a computer or iPad. Built-in effects and compressor, etc. The only thing missing is an external effects loop, but you can use monitor outs and input channels for that, as the monitor outs have individual mixes, so you can use the mix of a single monitor out as an external effect sends. It doesn't have motorized sliders, but it has a very nice LED display of the active position of the slider setting, so basically the same functionality than having motorized sliders, but clearly cheaper to manufacture. I have been using mine now for over half a year, both in my synth studio and also on live events, mixing and recording live performances. The Zoom has been performing well on both. A very good option for a lot of less money.

[@WildernessMusic_GentleSerene]

I am a ZoomR24 user, my reason for replacing it is the clock. When combining video and audio they don't sync perfectly. I have heard it was a crystal problem. Have you attempted video/audio with any sync problems....usually the timing becomes obvious after about 15 minutes of play?

[@kimbanevile6421]

I had a StudioLive 16R and I hated it. I had to jump through to many hoops to get it to work even partially. I sold it and got a Behringer X Air XR18. I love it worked as soon as I pluged everything in. I just added a Behringer X-Touch to my studio so that I have physical control over the XR18 and my DAW. I run sound at my church and recently we replaced the sound system. We decided to go big or go home. We got the StudioLive 64S with 4 stage boxes, new amps, cabinets, etc ... I like the 64S but it was a large learning curve since I come from the old analog school of mixing. I learn something new almost everytime I fire that bad boy up. However, were I to do it again I would go with the Behringer X32.

[@synthjorisendedraak]

Recently switched to an Audient Id14 + ADA8200 for a total of 10 inputs. Synths go to the Behringer since they don't really benefit from the audient preamps, and mics go into the Audient. Obvious upgrade would be to get a better AD converter, but honestly I don't think I would notice a big difference. At over double the price of an X32 this thing is a tough sell though. The interface is definitely an improvement (selecting channel source with one button gave me shivers :p ), but for the price you could get an X32 + a tablet and still have a lot of money left over. Then again, you would need to buy a expension card if you want to record to SD.

[@BoBeats]

Yeah the x32 is simply put a bargain.

[@urbannpa]

Tascam DP2488 SPDIF(for recording) from a Focusrite 18i 8, 6 Synthesizers patched into Behringer UltraPatch Pro, Controlled by a Korg Kontrol49 throught a MOTU Time Piece II Into (DAW)ProTools, Studio One, Ableton Live 9 or Nuendo controlled by Digidesign Command 8 and Maschine MK2 is use for sample library.

[@user-mq4jr7rk7t]

How did u send the AR? Am trying to configure how to send mine to a Midas M32. Am thinking to make some cables, from stereo jack to 2 mono XLRs

[@Yahoomediaclub]

Great overview ⭐️⭐️⭐️🍺

[@rodvaldes]

I use a MIDAS MR18 together with my iPad or laptop. I connect all my synths mic and drum boxes to the MR18 and then record each individual channel thru usb with Ableton or Logic Pro but im figuring if getting a digital mixer (SQ5 or MIDAS M32) given that I used an Soundcraft EPM mixer to connect all my devices.

[@Zazquatch1]

Before buying the Midas32, go check the video that Bo mentioned about the comparison of the M32 and the SC32. They have a lot to say. The M32 is still very costly compared to what you get out of the SC32 and others.

[@derkhedemann5606]

This presonus studio live is ideal for small home studios, but still has plenty of options, just like its bigger brothers. but for my voice-over home studio, this one is big enough for me.

[@AironTube]

Hey Bo! hope all is well man. One thing I didn't see was DAW integration. I currently use a Behringer X32 in my setup. With all the inputs going through the USB out into Ableton live 10. This allows me to use all of my Plug in's etc in my production flow. It essentially turns my mixer into a 32 channel audio interface. I then use a Raven MTI2 for "mixing" as I can control each of my 32 channels through it. Well once you've got the gains for all the channels set to where you like etc. This may not be the best setup and I welcome any feedback as this has been a setup that has evolved over the last decade through much trial and error.

[@synthjorisendedraak]

The X32 actually has really good preamps, so I wouldn't sweat over using it in a studio environment.

[@daveypassage]

Airon Perkins hi there, i would be really psyched to learn how to effectively use my nearly microscopic Soundcraft 8 mixer with ableton 10. i’ve been trying to bring my 2 out of box items INTO the fold of ableton sets, but i usually end up SEPARATING the “out of box” process of sequencing my waldorf rocket with my elektron digitakt, using a beatstep for real time note entry on both devices (digitakt is not velocity sensitive) FROM creating inside ableton. all it feels like i’m accomplishing is some slightly specialized loop-making. it’s just...a lot harder to integrate the tabletop workflow with the desktop workflow than i figured on, based on previous, albeit somewhat limited, experience. i used to use a Virus and with the proprietary Control plug-in cooperating with ableton was a BREEZE. i guess dollars to donuts, i would like to figure out how to utilize more of the mixer than just its use as an audio interface (a relatively decent one at that), or as an on -stage sub mix for playing out. if you can relate to any of that at all, man i sure am ready to test some new theories! 💡✌🏼

[@krazywabbit]

Love your work and thank you for all you do. Question. I am a bedroom hobbyist with a few pieces of gear and looking for advice on a mixer. Based on your videos, mixers seems like the better options vs an audio interface. The gear I have: Maschine MK3, Arturia Microfreak, Artruria Keystep 37, Roland TR6S and MC101. I was looking at the Roland MX1. The TR6S and MC101 will work via the USB inputs. I am not sure it will have enough space for the other three items at once. Based on the gear I have, can you recommend some mixers I should look into please? Thanks!

[@BoBeats]

Check the soundcraft signature mtk series and tascam model 12 series

[@vincentverraest2722]

Hi Bo, thanks (again :)) for the video. I'm about to upgrade my Zoom Livetrak, and at the moment the Presonus 32SC mk3 is in pole position, I guess. To be honest, for the first time, I was actually impressed by the Behringer Wing, but its' HUGE and also checked the MX32 series (but came out in 2013 I believe, while the Presonus Livestudio 32 in 2019). So, my question is double and quite simple: do you still use the Presonus today and if so, are you still happy with it ? :) I would definitely use the stagebox too, for exactly the same arguments.

[@Colleen1956Canada]

I have a Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 interface, and until recently was using a Behringer Xenix 412 mixer for most of my recording. I record acoustic instruments and vocals as well as synths. With all the synth equipment I’ve acquired recently, I felt I was running out of room on the mixer, so I bought a Mackie ProFX 22 v2, since it was on sale. First time I tried recording an acoustic guitar, I noticed that the noise floor was entirely unacceptable. As soon as I determined that the mixer was responsible for the noise (hiss and hum), it went right back to the store. I’m now putting pretty much everything directly into the Focusrite interface, except for a couple of synths which need to go through the Behringer board. I’m surprised you didn’t say anything about the noise floor or signal to noise ratio on the Presonus, since you’ll be using it in the studio. Is noise not even an issue with this board?

[@calvingudu9237]

I am using SL64S connected to a MacBook for UC surface and reaper for broadcast mix. The problem is that I get random recurring drop outs on FOH and clll mixes. What could going on here? Please help.

[@mudzinatanuki]

Hi there, can you someone give me more information about playback possibilities on the studiolive32SC mix console? - Can I play regular WAV/MP3 files from SD card (which I do not record thru the console)? - Can I choose options like: repeat all, repeat one, play one (play one and stay paused before the next)

[@teabreakbeats]

Great video - I was thinking about this but aren't all the mic inputs wasted for synths? Can we use line to xlr cables to plug in our synths?

[@BoBeats]

Yes i use xlr to balanced line, and it works well

[@teabreakbeats]

@@BoBeats Nice! Thanks

[@gostuff]

I'm in the process of setting up my first real "permanent" dedicated studio in our basement. I have a Presonus SL 16 which internally is identical to the 32sc but with displays above the encoders at the top. To fully utilize all 32 channels i would need to buy the NSB 16.8 as well. Do you still use the Presonus mixer in your setup and do you have any recommendations?

[@TheRealHucasys]

Presonus Studio Live AR12, Hibrid, I use it for guitars, synths and vocals, sounds nice, warm. It also has the record to SD card function and Bluetooth (hardly use it), The FX are decent but can't send them to DAW.

[@KoolteethDeBlog]

Zoom Livetrack L12. It has no virtual tracks to record more than one take on the same channel. So you realy have to decide if you take a take or overdub it. How about the presonus?

[@PearlLaneTV]

Have they improved the response on the touchscreen on any updates?

[@BastianHeilmusic]

I dont use an external Mixer, but im looking forward to buy one. Till now, i go straight into my Motu Soundcard with the synths or thru my xone mixer if i want to use the analog filter. The Motu can handle it and i can build simple fx aux send/return things with it. But I hate that moment when you play around with your synths, every thing has knobs and feels well, and than you have to take the mouse and look at the screen... that doesnt feels right :( thats why i want to have an mixer for my setup. One Question: How does the stagebox integration work? Do you just plug it in with the ethernet connection and the mixer will give you another page of inputs there you can jump into or is it more difficult?

[@BoBeats]

its about as easy as you describe: plug in, set it up on the mixer settings (you have routing options, but its dead easy) and then you simply switch to say 17-32 and have the stage box inputs there.

[@chrislynch9364]

My setup is very humble in comparison but it works for me. 2 behringer mx400 into a zoom U-24.

[@msunclekevin714]

So anyone know whats wrong. Ive tried to hook the studiolive 32 sc to fl studio and i can record ex. My voice, but it comes as like it totally skips my fat channel settings gates etc. When i hook my headphones in to the mixer the signal comes trough fat channel and it works, but it doesn't with the usb. It sounds like it skips all channel settings and signal comes directly from mic to computer. Any solutions?

[@maxmartinez6430]

Yes the Soundcraft 22MTK is a beast of a mixer. Lack of aux returns is a negative though

[@RoomAtTheTopStudio]

20 inputs is also a limitation on the 22MTK. Use of the internal effects only works live but not recorded. TBH these aren't really much of a bother as you can add a patch bay to switch from one set of inputs to another, put your external effects direct from the synth to effects to mixer and record it that way. If you mix in the box then record into up to 20 inputs into the DAW simultaneously and then add effects plugins on the individual tracks. Personally I love my Soundcraft 22MTK. I was an artist working in a studio that had a 24 track Soundcraft board in the early 1990's so I trust the company's quality.

[@maxmartinez6430]

@@RoomAtTheTopStudio I love mine and the routing is super flexible. The EQ sounds great and signal summing form the DAW to the mixer then back out to the DAW for recording sounds incredible.

[@BioSoftStudios]

Question, i have 8 synths in my studio but my studio is incomplete, i need a cheap audio mixer for my keyboards, is there one you would recommend that sounds nice and has a built in audio interface?

[@JunkSoap]

Good vid Bo ! It"s very likely to include an audio interface feature but can you record multitrack to computer with this mixer ?

[@BoBeats]

Yes ofc, all channels into a computer over usb

[@soyfernansu]

Hi Bo! I use a Presonus 16.0.2 USB, because I'm a synth guy like you and my goal since the begining was to record a my casual sessions on multitracking audio, so I can't figure out how did you do to record before on multitracking?. The second thing is: all my inputs mixer are TRS, but in your model are a mix of TRS and XLR, how do you take advantage of those XLR inputs with your synths? a DI BOX is needed (lot of money per synth)? . The last question: do you use 2 inputs for synth L/R? Great an honest video Cheers!

[@BoBeats]

so far I am using xlr to tele plugs for the mic inputs. It seems to work just fine. I suspect this is because its a digital board. But I dont want to say 100% because I need to test some more :-)

[@AaronHuslage]

The audio networking on this is called Dante, and can extend to an effectively unlimited number of channels. There are also speakers and other things that use Dante extensively. It’s the “winner” of the Audio-over-Ethernet standards war for the most part and is an interesting thing to explore. I wonder when there will be a synth that has Dante on board.

[@BoBeats]

I am not sure they use Dante. I think they have their own solution. This was a point made in one of the videos I referenced and a negative about this mixer

[@mikefronk9579]

This mixer actually uses AVB (Audio video bridging), which is another audio over IP protocol like Dante, but it is not Dante.

[@sonicindustries227]

I have a Digitakt, Digitone, Analog Four & Maschine Mk3 going through an Allen & Heath Xone DB4 then into Logic audio tracks. I created a 'aggregate' device utilising my Apogee Ensemble and the Xone as a fair bit of stuff is permanently connected to the Apogee. I actually use the plug-in instance (rather than stand-alone) of Maschine 2 in a software track in Logic then with a bit of extra routing have it coming back into the DB4 (the inputs can be switched to analog, digital or USB) then back to an audio track. Great channel Bo. Does the 32SC work as a control surface?

[@BoBeats]

Yepp it does work as a control surface but integration isnt for all daw.

[@sonicindustries227]

Cheers Bo. Found a company vid that shows to configure it (for Logic). Looks to work fine if a bit convoluted with the buttons functions for Logic (zoom etc.). Am in the market for a control surface & something like this almost looks a cheaper option than a dedicated device. Isn't a lot around what I'd call pro level apart from what Avid do (sold my S3 recently. Too big, too expensive) - might be the Mackie MCU. Yes, a vlog of your current set-up be very interesting (Eric)

[@theguitarschoollosangeles7064]

I only record acoustic singer songwriters, no electronic production. Acoustic Guitars, vocals, some bass and occasional keys. I use Presonus 1810C and Studio One (Been with Studio One since version 1, coming from Pro Tools. I am looking at upgrading the studio. I rarely use more than 4 channels so it is not the inputs, but the under the hood capability and quality. I might be doing live recording of a singer songwriter showcase Open Mic sort of thing here and there as well so the portability seems very attractive. Regardless, it would mainly be used for as an interface for solo/duo acoustic singer songwriters in a home studio. I am assuming it needs to be plugged-in to a power amplifier for live use? Is it overkill for recording folk- type musicians? Would the Studio Live 16.0.2 be just as good? There is only a $600 price difference. The small difference divided into a lifetime of use is negligible. Thanks!

[@floppydisk921]

Anybody that are looking for something like this but don't have the money should look into behringers series x32 mixers because they go for pretty cheap used and especially the rack versions if you have an ipad

[@edjefferson9175]

Stage boxes have many uses. I would love to have a van and just run some network cable in to a venue or rehearsal space. Presonus should consider a modular approach and sell mixers without so many analog inputs except some utility i/o for monitors and a few inputs for TB and aux.

[@MichaelCaliri]

Did you do the test for the touch screen?

[@nachtaktiv]

i'm using the studiolive 32R, the rack version of your mixer.

[@SoundmanCH]

nachtaktiv music Are you happy with it? How is the audio quality ?

[@buscandolaverdad8686]

Can I mix on her from my mpc one, without a computer?

[@djjas764]

Thanks... What table are you using to keep your midi keyboards at 10:10

[@BoBeats]

Zaor Miza jr mk2 and Zaor Yesk Desk

[@ELEKTROGOWK]

are the first 8 mic channels also useable as line input? how do you set up all your mono or stereo synths?

[@BoBeats]

Yepp they are usable as line inputs too.

[@qrdnk]

There are different analog mixers that I use, as submixers i.e. Soundcraft E12, Soundtracs (both TOPAZ 14-4 and TOPAZ 12-4 as well as the RX-8) that go to the main mixers Soundtracs MEGAS 24-4-2 and Soundtracs TOPAZ Project 8 (24channel version), it depends on what kind of setup I want to have in use to record or just jam around. . . Sometimes my living-room is like a microcosmic something and me, I´m just a cable guy: connecting gears, soundchecking, jamming or playing seriously, few days later disconnecting stuff, pluggin` in and out cables in order to start again a few more days later. I guess most of people here will understand very well what I mean 😀

[@buscandolaverdad8686]

Can i import my track out project form moc live? Thank you. If its possible its a total absolute buy :)

[@incaroads001]

Hey Bo. Since you ask, I use any one of these things: Zoom H1n, Zoom H4n, Zoom MRS 8, Presonus Studio One 4.5 via a Behringer Xenyx 1202FX into a Steinberg UR 242 and various microphones. I will also be buying a Boss RC 505 (probably its successor actually, if I can wait that long) and trying my luck with looping. However, I will only be using this as a sort of production tool, not as a performance tool. I know better than to stick my neck into a noose tied by the likes of Saro. ;) BTW do you know about this guy? Jake Lizzio at Signals Music Studio. You don't need the knowledge, but some of your viewers might benefit from the stuff he has to say. I know that I have. No affiliation. Just a fan.

[@leorodriguez3445]

Could use my iPad to control the mixer?

[@famitory]

likely you dislike the touchscreen because mixers for live sound are made to be able to deal with a lot of abuse, and are designed for durability rather than a perfect user experience. in particular i'll bet that this one has a virtual "rain filter" which assumes that touches registered below a certain size or duration are actually raindrops and should be ignored, because a live sound mixer might be used for an outdoors live show and the front-of-house tent won't catch every drop, it's a useful feature. they often can't be turned off, though.

[@BoBeats]

Thats a good point buddy!

[@geluix69]

The only thing that sucks about them the first 16 channels are XLR mic only ! You need a DI box to match impedance and input levels. Why are only half are combo jacks ? The older full analog mixers had both TRS and XLR inputs , like Soundcraft or Allen and Heath.

[@PereAmengualGomila]

Is it true? 8 input channels unavailable for synths due to level/impedance mismatch? How can this be not mentioned?

[@touchclarity]

Hey Bo! ...... do you still use this Mixer??... if so, what are your thoughts on it after a year + of use? ..... would be good to know... :)

[@BradleyDrop]

Are the studiolive mixers fully class compliant? Thinking about getting it for my mpc

[@BoBeats]

I wouldnt bet on it working properly with MPC. Maybe it does but I wouldnt dare bet on that

[@CaptainBuba]

Presonus has perfect mixers for all home studios, large or small.

[@cankutbayhan]

has that video arrived yet? you have mentioned as your intention?

[@blindianajones]

As always, I enjoyed your video. I use a 12 channel yamaha analog mixer with a usb connection to my laptop. I have a eurorack and considering a hexmix module going out to a native instruments dc coupled audio interface. I do like the presonus recording to sd card. Given the price of the sc32, wonder how something like the Zoom mixer with sd card recording compares.

[@BoBeats]

i have to try some more zoom stuff. They have an excellent lineup. Very happy with the h6

[@blindianajones]

@@BoBeats The Zoom L12 looks interesting and is much cheaper at $600. Its digital, 12 channels, is an audio interface and can record on an SD card. Like you, I've enjoyed my H5 recorder and want to experience how the mixer performs.

[@BoBeats]

@@blindianajones i am sure its good for the money. The Presonus is ofc a totally different monster. I think besides overall quality what you pay for is the incredibly flexible workflow.

[@blindianajones]

@@BoBeats Must be a mixer centric video watching day for me. Just watched a year old video about a eurorack rig and he is using the Playdifferntly Model 1 for live gigs. He uses it for the filters and sidechain. Said any mixer module is too fiddly. I never thought of those macro uses. Perhaps that is something to try with the presonus.

[@WhiteWulfe]

Totally off topic.... How comfy's the DXRacer chair? Had to ask since you've featured it in your videos a few times, and we're looking at getting new chairs in our place ^_^;;; Mixer definitely looks nice, and I agree about that Stagebox being niiice and versatile!

[@BoBeats]

The dx is nice. Not sponsored by them or anything. Had it since 2012 and it has held up crazy good.

[@resonantfilterblog]

Argh. A new mixer wasn’t even on my wishlist until now. I blame you Bo! You!

[@lordundhimself1310]

If it wasn’t necessary to buy that expander I would buy this. But for a synth set up, it’s only got 8 line ins on its own… I get how it’d be great for live use tho. Those eight mic inputs would be for the drums, then eight more flexible inputs for the rest of the band. But mic/line on all 16 seems like it would’ve been a better idea. Maybe combo jacks are actually not as good somehow?

[@LesSondiers]

Waiting for my 64s... same use case 😀

[@BoBeats]

thats awesome!

[@jeremycharlerie7523]

Cool 😎 piece of gear. I use the presonus audiobox with studio one software. One thing I’m curious about: can the mixer be used without the laptop 💻?

[@BoBeats]

yeah sure! Sd card recording works superb

[@mohamadmizanisoundman2611]

If m32r who is best?

[@WildernessMusic_GentleSerene]

I reluctantly clicked on this video thinking "can I really hear a difference in mixers between my cheap Behringers and this Presonus"? Then you mentioned SD card recording and I became fully engaged. I stopped using computers to record 9 years ago and now use a ZoomR24. This single change to the studio increased my production and creativity 100x. The Zoom has not crashed once, needs no troubleshooting, just click record and go. I live play up to 8 synths, sequencers, and a sampler for my acoustic guitar or vocals in one multi-track take. Makes for a wonderful creative flow playing live without overdubbing. This Presonus opens up more recording possibilities by adding more tracks and instruments with one very BIG question...effects? Troubling not to see send and returns for external processors, and what is the quality of the built in effects? Can I get internal effects equal to a Eventide Space or Big Sky?

[@BoBeats]

so the internal effects are not recorded onto the SD card with this mixer but if you create your own custom send using any of the outputs and input back into any pair of inputs you can record the external effects. It basically records analog inputs 1-32 + L/R so anything going into them gets recorded. I have been poking Presonus to add the internal FX returns as recordable, but I don't think this will happen as this is probably a very very niche thing. And the internal FX is nice (reverb, delay) but I suspect in a synth setup most won't use them (asked a few friends who have Presonus Series 3 and they arn't really into the fx since they have better external stuff)

[@WildernessMusic_GentleSerene]

@@BoBeats Thank you so much for the valuable info and review Bo!! Seems the intention of the Presonus is not so much recording as the center focus of the design. Your channel with its superior review of equipment has never failed in my decision of purchases. Thank you.

[@BoBeats]

Wilderness Music recording into a computer is top notch and sd card is more to capture a live act. From what I know this goes for most sd card recording options on other mixers too.

[@bytefarm]

@@BoBeats You can record multitrack using capture either on the mixer's sd card or the capture app on your computer. You can then open that capture project in presonus studio one (Artist version comes free with the mixer) where it will allow you to change the fat channel settings (capture records the raw audio and the settings not the processed settings) and you can then export stems or the whole mix. I am an ableton guy really but the capture workflow is really good for jamming. While presonus doesn't support sdcards > 32GB I am using a 128GB card with no issues so far. I have had a 24R for some time but I recently got a 64S to go with it and the 24R is used as a stagebox. It works really well for me. Other things that are useful are that you can record 64x64 from both AVB and USB concurrently and the channel mappings can be totally different. I also wish that the internal FX could be recorded. It seems a bit of a misstep, but the flexible routing of auxes is great for pedals or even using a DAW/Plugins as multi FX buses

[@jungstrauma4]

Fostex xr-7, and yamaha kx-w321. Tape!

[@BoBeats]

hey! what do you use to record your stuff?

[@couchcamperTM]

I am keen on a zoom LiveTrak mixer, but I have other priorities, so this will have to wait ;-) I'm using a nice little zoom U-44 usb interface for recording with reaper.

[@PercivalThe23]

mackie1402vlz4,zoomh4n

[@onkelberra3166]

Record? Then there will be proof that I suck ;). I record thru my MOTU ultralite MK3. Best salvage/repair I've done. Neighbor threw it cause the display was faulty. Took me 15min to fix.. changed the horrible green to sexy red as well

[@elliott7268]

At the moment, just a small yamaha mixer into my focusrite 2i4

[@deadliner178]

Behringer 1204 into the 2-channel interface. Problems? A lot.

[@edjefferson9175]

One of the benefits a mixer has over an interface is that you don't need a computer running to hear your sources. I picked up a used 16 ver 3 for $1500. That is massive bargain when you compare it to the Sound Devices MixPre 6 I paid nearly a grand for. Recorded a live jazz gig and was very surprised at the high quality. Mixed it in Studio One. The Capture app is perfect for what it does. Would not trust anything important to the SD card recording. Maybe as a backup if possible? I will be investing in some of their Fat Channel plugins and their AVB stage boxes. Goodbye to stupid heavy expensive snakes!! The work flow is not the most intuitive and I have managed to lock it up on several occasions requiring a power cycle. There are some things missing: ADAT in/out would be very handy. Word clock in/out? MIDI in/out for tempo sync would be nice. Expansion slot for ADAT, AES/EBU or Dante cards. (My 20 year old Yamaha 01V96 can do all that stuff) Another thing I dream of is a rotary encoder above each fader for things like aux sends and panning. Unhappy accidents are easy when you forget to switch back to main fader mix mode.

[@elliott7268]

Hey bo do you have a price for this beauty?

[@BoBeats]

its around 2100 euro I think

[@BritoWorx]

Missed opportunity not just making all the inputs all combo jacks. Hopefully the the next gen will have that feature and oled scribble scripts.

[@markchristopher2signal2]

i do want the Midas MR18

[@spookypen]

Thought about buying one of these but bought 30 dude mixers instead.

[@jasonsiegel3114]

I use Presonus Studiolive AR12! Fucking love the damn thing!

[@kennymester]

Bo can you select more than one channel at once and edit their EQ and/or other parameters?

[@BoBeats]

good question. Not gotten this deep yet but there are copy/paste commands I believe. You can also set up a sub group for channels and add eq/comp to it

[@kennymester]

@@BoBeats Interesting, I may need to dive into the manual. I've been on the hunt for a live PA mixer analog or digital that gets close to the performance abilities of a DJ mixer. The one thing I can't really find is some PA mixer that would allow you to high pass the whole mix to essentially drop the bass out.

[@BoBeats]

well this one has master eq/comp/limiter where you could do stuff like that

[@psypher19111911]

Hi! Isn't the first 8 out 16 channels for microphones!? That is a SERIOUS waste and a dealbreaker for me. I was so into this product. I would go for this product, if they were switchable, but I guess that they aren´t!? Any workarounds or am I mistaken? I think it a weird choice for a compactmixer!? There is a lot of people out there, that don't need to record a complete drumset or a huge choir, but need 5, 10, 20 or more line-ins! Kind regards