Presonus StudioLive 24.4.2 Performance and Recording Digital Mixer
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PreSonus StudioLive 24.4.2 Performance and Recording Digital Mixer
The StudioLive 24.4.2 is a comprehensive live and studio mixing platform that puts professional-grade control and processing within immediate reach. Built for sound engineers and live operators who need real-time mixing capability alongside multitrack recording integration, this mixer combines tactile hands-on workflow with modern digital architecture—equally reliable for touring venues and studio sessions.
I/O Architecture & Connectivity
Twenty-four analog mic/line input channels feed into 24 XMAX high-headroom mic preamps, with 24 direct outputs and extensive routing flexibility including 4 subgroup outputs, 10 aux send outputs, 2 stereo aux returns, and dual main mix outputs plus mono main. The 32x26 FireWire 400 interface enables seamless 24-track recording and playback directly to DAWs, while stereo RCA tape outputs and S/PDIF coaxial digital output provide additional integration options for venue recording systems and broadcast applications.
Audio Performance & Processing Power
Frequency response extends from 20 Hz to 20 kHz on main outputs with THD below 0.005% and an impressive -94dB signal-to-noise ratio, ensuring transparent signal integrity through long mixing sets without noise floor issues. The 118 dB dynamic range on A/D converters combined with two 32-bit floating point stereo DSP engines delivers over 90 signal processors and 50 reverb, delay, and time-based effects presets for live sound design and real-time mixing intervention.
Key Features
- 24 analog mic/line input channels with 24 channel insert points
- 24 XMAX high-headroom microphone preamps
- Dedicated 100 mm level-control faders with marked increments
- 32x26 FireWire 400 digital interface for recording and playback
- 20 Hz – 20 kHz frequency response (main outputs); 40 kHz on direct outs
- 118 dB dynamic range on A/D converters
- More than 90 signal processors with two 32-bit floating point stereo DSP engines
- 50 reverb, delay, and time-based effects presets
- 80 global scene memory locations plus 99 channel-strip memory locations
- 4 subgroup outputs, 10 aux send outputs, 2 stereo aux returns
- Main stereo and mono outputs; stereo control room output; stereo headphone output
- Stereo S/PDIF coaxial digital output and stereo RCA tape outputs
The StudioLive 24.4.2 combines comprehensive I/O, transparent audio quality, and extensive onboard processing into a single mixing surface built for sound technicians running live events and engineers capturing multitrack sessions.
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| Condition | New |
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At a Glance
The PreSonus StudioLive 24.4.2 is a professional-grade digital mixing console designed for live performances and touring, delivering 24 channels of transparent, high-headroom audio with tactile 100 mm faders and real-time control. Built for intermediate to professional sound engineers and performers, it integrates seamlessly with live rigs and recording workflows through its FireWire interface and extensive routing options. Choose it for road-tested reliability, immediate hands-on mixing capability, and the sonic clarity needed in both venues and studios.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Live Performance, Studio Sessions, Touring, Home Recording |
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| Tonal character | Transparent signal path, high headroom, low distortion, wide frequency response, clean digital architecture |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level do I need to operate the StudioLive 24.4.2?
The mixer is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional users. Its tactile 100 mm faders and onboard navigation support hands-on mixing, while its 80 scene memory locations and 99 channel-strip memories allow experienced engineers to build and recall complex setups quickly.
Can I record multitrack audio directly to my computer?
Yes. The 32x26 FireWire 400 interface allows you to record and play back all 24 channels directly to your DAW, enabling seamless integration of live performance and studio sessions.
What audio quality can I expect?
The StudioLive 24.4.2 delivers 118 dB dynamic range on A/D converters, THD below 0.005%, a -94 dB signal-to-noise ratio, and a transparent 20 Hz–20 kHz frequency response, ensuring sonic clarity in both live and studio environments.
How much onboard processing does it include?
The mixer features more than 90 signal processors powered by two 32-bit floating point stereo DSP engines, including 50 reverb, delay, and time-based effects presets, giving you comprehensive tools for shaping sound without external hardware.
What routing and output options does it have?
The StudioLive 24.4.2 provides 4 subgroup outputs, 10 aux send outputs, 2 stereo aux returns, dual main outputs, stereo control room and headphone outputs, plus S/PDIF coaxial digital and RCA tape outputs for flexible integration with external gear and recording chains.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $168 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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