PreSonus Studio 1810c 18 x 8 USB-C Audio Interface

Overview

Record anything, anywhere.

You don’t need to sacrifice mobility for connectivity. Take amazing studio-quality sound and flexible input options on the road with the PreSonus® Studio 1810c audio interface. With four of PreSonus’ lauded XMAX analog mic preamps, high-quality instrument preamps, balanced line-level inputs, and an ADAT input to add eight more channels whenever you need them, the Studio 1810c is a compact recording powerhouse housed in a rugged, roadworthy chassis. A complete, all-in-one recording package that includes Studio One® Artist music production software is included with the Studio 1810c, offering unlimited tracking with tight control-room integration.​

World-class recording software included.

Seamlessly integrated with the included PreSonus UC Surface control software for macOS®, Windows®, iPad®, and Android™ tablet and with Studio One Artist, the Studio 1810c audio interface works with virtually all macOS and Windows recording software. Easy to learn, Studio One enables you to compose, record, and produce without getting distracted by the tools. Need a new loop or sample for your latest production? Studio One lets you shop, audition, and purchase new content right from your production environment. You also get third-party plug-in, ReWire, and Studio One Remote support!

Superior sound.

The Studio 1810c operates at up to 192 kHz for ultra-high-definition recording and mixing. High-quality converters on every input and output and four of PreSonus’ professional-grade XMAX mic preamps enable you to capture complex musical harmonics smoothly and naturally, with no audible distortion. XMAX mic preamps are known the world over for their ability to deliver incredibly high headroom, deep lows, smooth highs, and a rich overall sound. You’ll hear every breath, transient, and detail in your recordings.

Stress-free recording.

Professional tools make any job easier. That’s why we included professional input and output metering on the Studio 1810c, allowing you to keep an eye on your input and mix levels while running your session. Easy-to-use DSP monitor mixing lets you create four discrete mixes for you and three others. Two pairs of outputs afford two different stereo mixes. The Cue A/B button allows you to toggle between each mix while listening in on headphones, great for dialing in monitor mixes from the control room.

Wherever sound takes you.

When you need to be ready to create professional recordings anywhere, the Studio 1810c has you covered with superior mic preamps and expandable inputs to give you world-class results. While it’s a perfect companion for any recording software, the Studio 1810c and included Studio One Artist provide you with a complete, affordable recording solution that will make you sound great.

Works with iOS and iPadOS devices.

The PreSonus Studio 1810c is compatible with iOS and iPadOS devices, including iPad Pro, iPad, iPad Air, iPad Mini, iPod Touch, and iPhone. Because it's USB class-compliant, there are no special drivers or applications for you to download and install. You'll be able to produce on the go—everything from podcasts to folk rock to trap, wherever sound takes you.

Make your own magic.

At PreSonus, we want to make sure that our audio products come with everything you need to craft your own mesmerizing spells in the studio. That's why we include Studio One Artist with every audio interface and controller product we make, from the 2-channel AudioBox USB 96 to the 64-channel StudioLive 64S, ATOM to FaderPort 16, but we didn't stop there. Why? Because here in Louisiana, we have a word: lagniappe. It means "a little something extra," and it's in that spirit that we also include the Studio Magic Suite of software with our audio interface products and–new for 2021–our award-winning controllers as well.

Features

Input/Output

• Simultaneous I/O up to 18 inputs/8 outputs (8x6 at 192 kHz)
• 2 mic/instrument/line inputs with XMAX Class A mic preamps
• 2 mic/line inputs with XMAX Class A mic preamps
• 4 balanced ¼-inch TRS direct-to-ADC line inputs
• 8 channels of ADAT Optical input (4 channels at 96 kHz)
• 2 balanced ¼-inch TRS main outputs
• DC coupled for sending control voltages
• 4 balanced ¼-inch TRS line outputs for monitor mixing
• DC coupled for sending control voltages
• 2 stereo headphone outputs with the same mix or independent mixes
• MIDI In/Out
• Stereo S/PDIF digital I/O
• 1 USB-C®-compatible 2.0 port
• USB-C to USB-C and USB-C to USB-A cables included for compatibility with most computers

Meters, Controls, and Features

• 18x6 onboard DSP monitor mixer
• Front-panel mute and level controls for main outputs
• True +48V phantom power for condenser microphones (global)
• 6 ladder-style 8-LED level meters (4 input, 2 main output)

Integrated Software

• Studio One® Artist for macOS® and Windows®
• UC Surface control software for macOS, Windows, iPad®, and Android™
• Studio Magic Software Suite

Digital

• USB-C®-compatible port (USB 2.0)
• 24-bit resolution
• 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192 kHz sampling rates

Physical

Road-rugged construction with all-metal chassis and metal knobs

Specifications

Computer system requirements:

Below are the minimum computer-system requirements.

Mac®

• macOS® 10.13 or higher (64-bit only)
• Intel® Core™ i3 processor or better
• 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)

Windows®

• Windows 10 (64-bit only)
• Intel Core i3 / AMD A10 processor or better
• 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended)

Mac and Windows Systems

• USB-C® or USB-A 2.0 port compatibility
• 32 GB hard disk space
• PreSonus® Universal Control 2.0 or higher
• Monitor with 1366x768 resolution (high-dpi monitor recommended)
• Multitouch-enabled monitor required for touch operation

iOS

• iOS 10 or later
• iPad Pro, iPad Air 2, iPad Air, iPad mini 4, iPad mini with Retina display, iPad (4th generation) (UC Surface)

Android

• Android™ 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later
• Android smartphone (QMix®-UC)
• Android tablet (8-inch) with 1024x768 resolution (UC Surface)

General

• Sample Rates - 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
• Converter Resolution - 24-bit
• Converter Dynamic Range - 114 dB
• Converter Dynamic Range - 114 dB

Microphone Inputs

• Maximum Level - +16 dBu, min gain
• Gain Range - 80 dB
• Frequency Response - 20 Hz - 20 kHz (unity gain)
• Dynamic Range - 110 dB (A-wtd, min gain)
• THD + N - 0.005% (1 kHz, 0dBu, unity gain)
• EIN - -128 dBu (A-wtd, 20 kHz BW, Rs=150Ω, max gain)
• Input Impedance - 1400Ω
• Phantom Power - 48V (>10 mA per channel)

Line Inputs

• Maximum Level - +21 dBu (balanced, min gain)
• Gain Range - 40 dB
• Frequency Response - 20 Hz-20 kHz (unity gain)
• Dynamic Range - 112 dB (A-wtd, min gain)
• THD + N - 0.005% (1 kHz, +18 dBu, min gain)
• Input Impedance - 10 kΩ

Instrument Inputs

• Maximum Level - +15 dBu (unbalanced, min gain)
• Gain Range - 80 dB
• Frequency Response - 20 Hz - 20 kHz (min gain)
• Dynamic Range - 112 dB (A-wtd, min gain)
• THD + N - 0.020% (1 kHz, +10 dBu, min gain)
• Input Impedance - 1M Ω

Main Outputs

• Type - ¼" TRS female, DC Coupled
• Maximum Level - +18 dBu, balanced
• Frequency Response - 20Hz - 20kHz (unity gain)
• Dynamic Range - 108 dB (A-wtd, unity gain)
• THD + N - 0.004% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, unity gain)

Line Outputs

• Type - ¼" TRS female, DC coupled
• Maximum Level - +18 dBu, balanced
• Frequency Response - 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Dynamic Range - 108 dB (A-wtd, -60 dBFS)
• THD + N - 0.004% (1 kHz, -1 dBFS, unity gain)

Headphone Outputs

• Maximum Power - 150 mW/channel (60Ω load)
• Frequency Response - 20 Hz - 20 kHz (unity gain)
• Dynamic Range - 103 dB (A-weighted, 1 kHz, unity gain)
• THD + N - 0.250% (1 kHz, 150 mW, unity gain)
• Impedance Working Range - 32Ω to 600Ω

Physical

• Height - 1.75" (44 mm)
• Width - 12.5" (317 mm)
• Depth - 5.5" (140 mm)
• Weight - 3.2 lbs (1.45 kg)