PreSonus StudioLive SE 16R

Compact 18-channel digital rack mixer with XMAX-R recallable preamps, six FlexMixes, integrated USB and SD recording, and Milan-certified audio networking for live mixing, in-ear monitor rigs, recording, and livestreaming.

The StudioLive SE 16R packs large-format mixing power into a compact 1U rack unit. With 16 recallable XMAX-R mic preamps and FLEX DSP Fat Channel processing, every input and bus features studio-grade EQ and compression for polished, professional sound. Six FlexMixes, two dedicated FX mixes, and six DCAs give complete routing control.

Integrated 18x18 USB recording, onboard stereo SD capture, and Virtual Soundcheck with Capture software streamline recording and playback. Per-channel source switching between analog, USB, SD, and AVB makes hybrid setups effortless. And built-in Milan-certified audio networking allows plug-and-play operation with the complete line of StudioLive Series III products, while Universal Control and QMix-UC give wireless mixing freedom.

FEATURES

• 18-channel digital rack mixer with 16 XMAX-R recallable mic preamps

• 6 FlexMixes configurable as aux, subgroup, or matrix mixes

• 2 dedicated FX mixes with stereo returns

• Continuously bidirectional 18x18 USB 2.0 audio interface

• Onboard stereo SD recording

• Virtual Soundcheck with Capture software

• Milan-certified AVB networking for StudioLive Series III systems

• Per-channel source switching (Analog, USB, SD, AVB)

• Universal Control remote mixing and Offline Editor

• QMix-UC personal monitor mixing with Wheel of Me

• Standalone, monitor mixer, interface, or stagebox modes

• Perpetual license for Fender Studio Pro included

Compact, Tour-Ready Mixing
18 channels with full recallable preamps and DSP power in a 1U rack.

Flexible Routing
Configurable FlexMixes, FX buses, and DCAs make creating studio-quality mixes fast and easy.

Seamless Recording
Multitrack USB with Capture integration and Virtual soundcheck plus stereo SD recording onboard.

Wireless and Network Ready
Milan-certified AVB networking, Universal Control, and QMix-UC for total workflow freedom.

Fender Studio Pro Integration
Deep integration with Fender Studio Pro simplifies recording with direct preamp control and seamless switching between onboard and plug-in processing with Fat Channel XT.

SPECIFICATIONS

Electronics
Headphone Jack: 1/4" TRS Active Stereo
Phantom Power: +48 VDC (±2 VDC)
Power Consumption: 35W (Continuous)
Voltage: 120V
VoltageRequirements: 100-230 VAC, 50-60 Hz

General
Color: Black
Product Name: StudioLive® SE 16R Digital Rack Mixer, Black, NA
Series: StudioLive®

Hardware
Digital Audio AVB Audio Network Ports: Locking XLR, Ethernet
Digital Audio Network Control Port: RJ-45
Digital Audio USB Recording Port: USB 2.0, Type-B

Inputs
Line Input Connection Type: RCA Female, Unbalanced (Stereo Pair)
Line Inputs Maximum Level: +12 dBu, ±0.5 dBu
Microphone Input Connection Type: Combo Locking XLR Mic - 1/4” TRS Line
Microphone Preamp Common Mode Rejection Ratio: 65 dB (1 kHz at Unity Gain)
Microphone Preamp Frequency Response: 20-20 kHz (±0.5 dBu at Unity Gain)
Microphone Preamp Gain Control Range: 0 dB to 60 dB (±1 dB)
Microphone Preamp Input Impedance: 1 kΩ
Microphone Preamp Maximum Input Level: =+12 dBu (Unity Gain)
Microphone Preamp Signal To Noise Ratio: 94 dB (Ref = +4 dB, 20 kHz BW, Unity Gain, A-Weighted)
Microphone Preamp Total Harmonic Distortion: <0.005%, +4 dBu, 20-20 kHz, Unity Gain, Unweighted

Measurements
Media Storage Capacity: SD Card: 2 GB; SDHC Card: 32 GB
Product Depth: 12" (30.5 cm)
Product Height: 1.75" (4.45 cm)
Product Height/Length: 1.75" (4.45 cm)
Product Weight: 8.6 lbs. (3.9 kg)
Product Width: 19" (48.3 cm)
Refinement Weight: 25-under

Miscellaneous
Digital Audio Internal Processing: 32-bit, floating point
Power Cable: IEC
Recommended Ambient Operating Temperature: 0˚ to 40˚ Celsius / 32˚ to 104˚ Fahrenheit
Recording File Format: Stereo WAV
Supported Media Format: FAT16 Formatted SD™ Card, FAT32 Formatted SDHC™ Card
Supported Sample Rates: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz

Output
Headphone Outputs Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/-0.5 dB
Headphone Outputs Maximum Output: 100 mW/ch. @ 60Ω Load
Headphone Outputs Signal To Noise Ratio: 96 dB, 1 kHz, Maximum Gain, 20 Hz BW, Unweighted
Headphone Outputs Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.01%, 1 kHz, Maximum Gain, 20 Hz BW, Unweighted
Line Outputs Connection Type: 1/4" TRS, Balanced
Line Outputs Maximum Output Level: =+18 dBu, ±0.5 dBu
Line Outputs Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
XLR Outputs Maximum Output Level: =+24 dBu, ±0.5 dBu
XLR Outputs Output Impedance: 100 Ohms

Performance
Crosstalk (Adjacent Channels): -87 dB (Reference = +4 dBu, 20 Hz-20 kHz, Unweighted)
Digital Audio Bit Depth: 24
Digital Audio Dynamic Range: ADC Dynamic Range: 115 dB (A-Weighted, 48 kHz), DAC Dynamic Range: 115 dB (A-Weighted, 48 kHz)
Digital Audio Reference Level For Zero dBFS: =+18 dBu
Digital Audio Total System Latency: 1.9 ms (local routing, analog in-analog out, all processing active)
SD Recorder Bit Depth: Recording: 24 Bit, Playback: 16 or 24 Bit
SD Recorder Sampling Rate: 44.1 or 48 kHz

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