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The flagship in PreSonus' new generation of USB 2.0 audio/MIDI interfaces, the AudioBox 1818VSL takes hardware/software integration to the next level and delivers a combination of features, audio quality, and value that is unprecedented in this product category.

• Input/Output
  • 2 dual-purpose, front-panel, mic/instrument input channels with:
    • Combo XLR mic and balanced ¼" instrument input
    • Class A XMAX^TM mic / instrument preamp
    • Individual channel-trim controls with 0 to +35 dBu mic gain range
  • 6 dual-purpose, front-panel, mic/line input channels with:
    • Combo XLR mic and balanced ¼" line input
    • Class A XMAX^TM mic preamp
    • Individual channel-trim controls with 0 to +35 dBu mic gain range
  • 2 balanced ¼" main (L/R) line outputs
  • 8 balanced ¼" auxiliary (L/R) line outputs
  • 8 channels ADAT optical input and output (at 44.1 or 48 kHz; 4 channels at 88.2 or 96 kHz)
  • 2 channels (stereo) S/PDIF coaxial input and output
  • 1 stereo ¼" headphone output with level control
  • 1 BNC word-clock output
  • MIDI In/Out
  • 1 USB 2.0 port
• Meters, Controls, and Features
  • True +48V phantom power for condenser microphones (switchable in two banks for channels 1-4 and 5-8)
  • Main-output level control
  • Power/USB sync LED
  • LED clip indicator for each channel
  • L/R main output meter (dual 7-segment LED ladder)
• Digitalia
  • 24-bit resolution and 44.1, 48, 88.2, and 96 kHz sampling rate
  • Professional-grade A/D/A converters (+114 dBu dynamic range)
  • Mac®- and Windows®-compatible, including Mac OS X 10.7 Lion and Windows 7
  • Supports ASIO, Core Audio, Direct Sound (Windows XP), Windows Audio Session API (Windows Vista and Windows 7)
• Physical
  • 1U rack-mountable
    • Road-rugged construction with all-metal chassis and metal knobs
  • Weighs 4.6 lb. (2.1 kg)
  • 18 VDC external power supply (included)
• Bundled Software
  • Virtual StudioLive^TM (VSL) ultra-low-latency control and effects software for Mac® and Windows®; manages:
    • Near-zero-latency monitoring with extensive signal processing
    • 26 x 8 DSP mixer
    • StudioLive^TM16.0.2 Fat Channel compressor, limiter, expander, high-pass filter, and semi-parametric EQ for each input, and analog output and its DAW return
    • 2 stereo effects buses with reverb and delay
    • More than 50 Fat Channel DSP presets for enhancing instrument and vocal recordings
  • Studio One^® Artist 2
    • PreSonus' revolutionary digital audio workstation for Mac and Windows, with unlimited track count and 10+ GB of third-party resources. With Studio One's Nimbit^® extension, you can immediately start selling your music.
  • AB1818VSL Remote (free from the Apple App Store)
    • Provides iPad® remote control over Virtual StudioLive Software

• UK Based Company
• Part of A.C. Entertainment Technologies - has its trading origins over 45 years ago
• UK Stock Holding
• UK Warranty
• Free Delivery Over £150
• Great Prices
• Over 20 Years' Experience
• Specialist Advice
• Fast Delivery
• Finance Options Available

With years of experience supplying Businesses, Government Organisations, Charities, Schools, Colleges and Universities, we invite you to take advantage of our knowledge to help you make an informed choice, ensuring you are purchasing the best music products for your needs. With specialists in PA Systems, Pro Audio & Live Sound equipment on hand to answer calls and emails, you're in the best possible hands.

Contact us now to discuss your requirements or to request a quotation. Additional discounts may apply for educational establishments or size and value of order.

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