Presonus StudioLive 32S 32-Channel Digital Mixer
32-channel digital mixer with 40 mixing channels, 26 buses, 286 processors, 128-channel USB recording, SD multitrack capture, 16 FlexMixes, 24 DCA groups, and 33 motorized faders
- Product weight51.25
- 32 input channels with one-to-one hands-on control
- 40 mixing channels driven by dual-core FLEX DSP engine
- 128-channel USB recording plus onboard SD multitrack capture
- 33 touch-sensitive motorised faders for precise tactile mixing
- 286 individual processors including expandable Fat Channel plug-ins
Professional 32-Channel Digital Mixer
The PreSonus StudioLive 32S is a professional-grade digital mixer built for live sound engineers and studio producers who need hands-on control of every input. It delivers 40 mixing channels and 26 buses powered by a dual-core FLEX DSP engine. The console provides 286 individual processors for comprehensive signal shaping across all channels and mixes. Its 33 touch-sensitive motorised faders give immediate tactile access to every layer.
Standard Frame Installation and Workflow
The mixer fits a standard frame footprint, allowing it to sit in existing production desks or road cases without custom fabrication. One-to-one channel control eliminates layer switching for the first 32 inputs, reducing setup time during soundcheck. Password-protected user profiles let multiple engineers recall personal layouts instantly. The 16 FlexMixes and 24 DCA groups are configured from the surface, so routing changes do not require a computer.
128-Channel Recording and Processing Headroom
Onboard multitrack SD recording captures performances directly, while the USB interface handles 64×64 channels for 128-track computer recording with true virtual soundcheck. Fat Channel plug-ins provide vintage-style EQ and compression on every channel and mix bus without external hardware. The 286 processors cover dynamics and tone for all 40 channels plus 26 buses simultaneously. Projects exceeding 64 USB streams or requiring more than 32 physical inputs need additional I/O units.
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- Price $1,401.99
- Pricier than about 92% of the 270 comparable items (median $114.99).
Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | Presonus |
| Accessory category | Other |
Questions about this item
How do I confirm the 33 motorized faders are moving correctly after powering on the StudioLive 32S?
The 33 touch-sensitive motorized faders provide visual and tactile feedback; each fader should align with its channel level on the display and move smoothly during scene recalls or automation playback.
What comes in the box with the StudioLive 32S and what must I purchase separately for a 32-channel session?
The mixer ships as a complete 32-channel, 26-bus unit with 40 mixing channels and 286 processors built in; only microphones, cables, monitors and an SD card for multitrack recording need to be added.
Which StudioLive 32S configuration should I choose for 64×64 USB recording and 16 FlexMixes?
The single Standard Frame model already delivers 128-channel (64×64) USB recording, 16 FlexMixes configurable as Aux, Subgroup or Matrix, plus 24 DCA groups and password-protected user profiles.
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