Studio LIVE SL1602 USB

Key features

The PreSonus StudioLive 16.0.2 USB mixer is built for small churches, schools, touring bands, music clubs and small to mid-sized studios.

• 16 input channels (12 mono with XMAX preamps, 4 stereo)
• Built-in 18-in/16-out USB 2.0 interface (24-bit/48 kHz)
• Fat Channel on every channel & bus: 3-band EQ, compressor, limiter, expander
• Stereo 31-band graphic EQ on the main bus
• 2 FX buses, each with its own 32-bit Reverb/Delay effect
• 4 aux buses with flexible pre/post-fader sends
• MIDI I/O for control from MIDI devices and your DAW
• Quick recording with Capture software, sessions open directly in Studio One
• Comes with a licensed copy of Studio One Pro, Universal Control and QMix®-UC
• Compact, easy to rack-mount, suited to both live shows and the studio
• Works like an analog mixer: easy to use, high sound quality

The PreSonus StudioLive 16.0.2 USB mixer is a versatile digital mixing console, ideal for small churches, schools, touring bands, music clubs and small to mid-sized studios. It is compact and easy to move, yet fully equipped with powerful features, making it a dependable audio solution for both recording and live performance.

1. Standout hardware

The PreSonus StudioLive 16.0.2 USB has a total of 16 input channels, so it can record and mix many sources at once. Of these, 12 mono inputs have XMAX preamps – high-end preamps known for faithful sound, very low noise and wide dynamic range, well suited to microphones and single-voice instruments such as guitar, vocals, violin and more.

The mixer also has 4 stereo inputs dedicated to stereo sources such as keyboards, players, computers or external mixers. This makes handling stereo signals easier and saves channels, which is especially useful for live performance and studio recording.

2. Powerful signal processing

PreSonus gives the StudioLive 16.0.2 USB impressive processing power with unlimited DSP (Digital Signal Processing). You can apply EQ, compressor, limiter, expander and more on every channel and every bus at the same time, without losing performance or running out of system resources. This sets it apart from many other digital mixers in its class and lets you shape the sound flexibly and precisely in any situation.

3. Exclusive Fat Channel – a complete signal-control centre

The Fat Channel is one of the highlights of the PreSonus StudioLive 16.0.2 USB. It is the central processing system, bringing together the key tools for controlling sound quality right on the mixer. Every channel and every bus has a 3-band semi-parametric EQ, compressor, limiter and expander – the tools you need to clean up signals, control dynamics and colour the sound.

The Fat Channel also offers professional presets designed by PreSonus sound engineers and lets you save your own. The mixer adds a stereo 31-band graphic EQ on the main bus – very useful for tuning the overall sound of the room. On top of that, 2 high-quality 32-bit Reverb/Delay effects processors, each with its own bus, let you add lively effects to each channel independently.

4. Excellent recording performance for any studio

A major strength of the PreSonus StudioLive 16.0.2 USB is professional multitrack recording. Thanks to the built-in USB 2.0 interface, it records 18 inputs and plays back 16 outputs at the same time, including all 16 input channels and the stereo L/R mix – all at 24-bit/48 kHz.

The mixer also comes with Capture® recording software, a powerful live-recording tool that starts recording with a single click, with no complicated setup. Sessions recorded in Capture open directly in Studio One without conversion, saving time and keeping the original audio quality.

5. Outstanding flexibility and expandability

With 4 aux buses, you can send independent signals to different devices such as headphones, monitors or external effects processors. This is essential for live shows and group recording, where each musician needs their own headphone mix.

The mixer also has 2 internal FX buses to control the 2 built-in effects independently, for flexible delay/reverb processing. Together, the aux buses and the Fat Channel form a complete, efficient and easy-to-use audio processing system.

6. MIDI connectivity and powerful software

The PreSonus StudioLive 16.0.2 USB has MIDI I/O, so the mixer can interact directly with external MIDI devices such as controllers, keyboards or computers. You can control parameters such as levels, effects preset recall and scene recall entirely from an external MIDI device or software.

7. Included software

Studio One Pro with a perpetual licence – a powerful DAW for recording, mixing and mastering.

Capture™ – fast, easy-to-use live recording software.

Universal Control – software for controlling the mixer from a computer or iPad.

QMix®-UC – wireless aux-mix control app for iPhone, iPod touch and Android.

8. Why choose the PreSonus StudioLive 16.0.2 USB

• Compact and easy to rack-mount, convenient for transport, touring or a home studio setup.
• Friendly interface that works like an analog mixer, so beginners can get to grips with it quickly.
• High-quality sound from the combination of XMAX preamps and powerful DSP processing.
• Built-in MIDI extends control options and suits both live performance and the studio.
• Professional software bundle covering everything from recording and editing to live performance, saving the cost of buying software separately.

9. Real-world uses

• Small churches: manage microphones and live instruments, send separate headphone mixes to the choir, record sermons.
• Schools & training centres: an ideal mixer for small stages, music classes or computer labs with recording software.
• Bands & solo artists: light and compact for live shows, and works with professional recording software.
• Small home studios: multitrack recording and complete signal processing in a single device.

PreSonus StudioLive 16.0.2 USB specifications