PreSonusStudio 24c 2x2, 192 kHz, USB Audio Interface with Studio One DAW Recording Software

This was bought to upgrade a Presonus AudioBox USB that I got in 2013, which still works perfectly as intended, but is no longer sufficient for my needs. This unit covered every upgrade I needed for that system. There were not many of these available but I knew it was what I wanted. If you can't find one in stock at a fair price, any Presonus unit in the same range should be equally sufficient, but cost may vary greatly. Recording and playback are equally impressive. It is used for guitar, bass, and vocals, and does so quite well. It has been used now for several months and works as perfectly as it did on day one.It's a good size. Not too big or small and it easily fits into tighter spaces. No external power is needed as it runs off of the USB connection. It is very much a plug-and-play unit, simple and efficient.My only complaint on the whole interface, just like the box I replaced, is that there is no front option for the headphones. I hate that all of my headphone cables are permanently bent from always having to run them to the rear of these units. Even with that complaint, I give it 5 stars for what it is. The only reason to rate it lower would be if I was comparing it to larger, more powerful units.

Got this interface for my digital piano setup. Connected my piano via USB to MacBook, then MacBook to Studio 24c via USB-C. From there, output goes to my TubePre v2 preamp and HP4 headphone amp.The Studio 24c handles both audio and MIDI perfectly. Front panel has clear metering and the combo inputs accept both XLR and 1/4" cables. Direct monitoring lets me play without latency, and the build quality is sturdy with metal construction.Using this with Pianoteq 8.4 through my MacBook significantly improved my piano's sound quality compared to direct headphone output. Good value for home piano enthusiasts looking to upgrade their audio chain.

After reading reviews of several audio interface devices, I choose the PreSonus 24c mostly for its two input channels and the included software.I think the additional cost if any, for a two channel unit was worth it.It was easy to setup the interface unit but it will take some time to learn how to effectively use the Studio One software. But I was able to make basic recordings quickly. I have not tried the other software that is available with the purchase.I do not have studio monitors so have only used headphones but since it’s a home studio, that keeps the noise level down.No issues so far and would recommend.I’m using the unit to record electric and acoustic guitar playing and a little vocals for my own use.

I’ve used a few different brands of audio interfaces in the past like Behringer, Mackie, M-Audio, and Focusrite. Now keep in mind it’s been a number of years since I’ve set any of them up and set-up has most probably gotten easier, but this Presonus 24c was the absolute easiest to get running. The documentation and sticker on the interface both tell you the website where to go and register your Presonus hardware.You’ll want to register because, aside from the warranty, you’ll be able to download both the drivers and a copy of Studio One, the ladder being recording software. You’ll be able to choose a lifetime license for Studio One Artist, or a 6 month license for Studio One Pro. I chose to just download Studio One Artist because I primarily prefer Sonar anyway. I will say, after messing around with Studio One though, I might just make the effort to learn my way around it more as I quite liked the way it’s laid out.The hardware itself, which I’m sure you’re most interested in is great! It sounds as clean as anything I’ve ever used and the mic pre’s are noiseless and colorless. Everything about the 24c is simply great!This is the first product by Presonus I’ve had the pleasure of using and I’m impressed to be sure. I recommend the 24c hands-down.

I like the presonus 24c.the four meters are great, two for the inputs, and two for the mains. The mains are useful when using the headphone jack. The inputs are useful for quick gain adjustments.The idea of a single USB-C port for both power and data is great. But in practice, I found it somewhat wanting. With a laptop, it's actually very nice as it's a single cable for both, and the sound stays very clean.But for connecting to a tablet, it's less useful. iPads don't send out enough power through the lightning port or the new usb-c port to power up the 24c. So, you need some kind of hub in between that handles both powering and data pass-through to the iPad. I don't have any such hubs, but even if I bought one, it's one more thing to carry. If I have to run off a usb battery, then that's 4 things to carry, not including the mic and headphones.So, I would have preferred split ports with the option to run data and power through a single port, or the option to run data through one port and power through another. A simple toggle switch to determine which is preferred.A lot of audio interfaces in the same price range do this. Those devices use older USB interfaces, and frankly, for those devices, the single-port-for-both-power-and-data options is not good, nowhere near the cleanliness of the presonus. But still, I would prefer that choice.I also with the xlr inputs were in the back and the headphone jack was in the front. Seems like most interfaces have the xlr inputs in the front. Not something I prefer, but oh well.Though this may be a lot to ask for such a cost effective device, it would have been nice to have a couple of HPF options and a couple of limiter options. But for the price, maybe that's pushing the desire a bit. I currently have a sound devices 302 in front of the presonus to handle HPF and limiter duties. A rather expensive way to go, but it works well.All in all, a great little device. clean sound, easy to use potentiometers, simple button for phantom powering, indicator for USB power on. For under $200, damn impressive.