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PreSonus AudioBox 1818VSL

USB Audio Interface, 18-in/18-out, with 2 Microphone/Instrument Preamplifiers, 6 Microphone/Line Preamplifiers, MIDI I/O, ADAT I/O, S/PDIF I/O, Word Clock I/O, and Studio One Artist DAW Software
Item ID: AudioBox1818

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Check out the PreSonus AudioBox 1818VSL USB audio interface. Whether you're just getting started with recording or if you need more I/O than your interface gives you, the AudioBox 1818VSL is what you're looking for. Eight sweet XMAX preamps give your mics and instruments a big, open sound that's very impressive at this price! Extra ADAT and S/PDIF digital I/O gives you the flexibility you need to record up to 18 inputs at once. You also get 18 outputs for extra monitoring flexibility and external effects processing possibilities. And when you've got your sound dialed in you can start recording right away with the included PreSonus Studio One Artist software!

If you're just getting started with recording, the PreSonus AudioBox 1818VSL will give you everything you need to hit the ground running - just add music! If you've been recording for a while and need to upgrade your existing interface for more I/O or better functionality, the AudioBox 1818VSL will not disappoint. No matter what kind of recording you do, the PreSonus AudioBox 1818VSL USB audio interface will exceed your expectations!

PreSonus AudioBox 1818VSL USB Audio Interface at a Glance:
  • Exceptional audio quality
  • PreSonus Studio One Artist DAW included
  • Wireless interface control from your iPad
Exceptional audio quality

From the XMAX microphone preamps to the high-resolution 24-bit/96kHz converters, the PreSonus AudioBox 1818VSL's audio quality belies its price. XMAX preamps run on 30V power rails, while most budget preamps run on 10V-18V. The higher voltage gives you more headroom and a richer overall sound. Whether you're plugging in your favorite studio microphone or recording your guitar or bass direct, you'll love the results you get with the AudioBox 1818VSL.

PreSonus Studio One Artist DAW included

The AudioBox 1818VSL comes with PreSonus StudioOne Artist DAW software, ready for you to start making music right out of the box. With unlimited recording tracks, an easy-to-use interface, and over 4GB of third-party content to get you started, you'll be amazed at what you can produce with this DAW software - and it's free with your AudioBox 1818VSL!

Wireless interface control from your iPad

Thanks to PreSonus' AB1818VSL Remote app for the Apple iPad, you can control the AudioBox VSL software wirelessly! No matter where you're at in your studio, you'll have control over the most-used parameters like channel levels, mutes, panning, EQ curves, and more. It's highly convenient, and perfect for those sessions where you're both the engineer and a musician!

PreSonus AudioBox 1818VSL USB Audio Interface Features:
  • XMAX preamps sound fantastic, especially at this price point
  • Monitor mix control lets you easily balance and monitor input sources with computer playback
  • Wireless hardware control available via AB1818VSL Remote app for Apple iPad (AudioBox 1.2 update required)
  • Comes with PreSonus Studio One Artist DAW software for a complete music making experience, right out of the box

The PreSonus AudioBox 1818VSL USB Audio Interface gives you a lot of recording potential at a friendly price

Tech Specs

Computer Connectivity USB 2.0
Form Factor Rackmount
Simultaneous I/O 18 x 18
A/D Resolution 24-bit/96kHz
Analog Inputs 2 x XLR/TS Combo, 6 x XLR/TRS Combo
Analog Outputs 8 x TRS
Digital Inputs 1 x S/PDIF (Coax), 1 x ADAT (Optical)
Digital Outputs 1 x S/PDIF (Coax), 1 x ADAT (Optical)
Number of Preamps 8
Phantom Power Yes
MIDI I/O In/Out/Thru
Clock I/O 1 x Word Clock
Rack Spaces 1U
Manufacturer Part Number AUDIOBOX 1818VSL
AdioBox 1818VSL
by Jediael Oliveira from United States
Music Background: Recording Engineer, Live Sound Engineer, Pro Musician.
February 15, 2015
This is a great device. Converters are Great! latency with this isn't and issue at all. Just gotta learn how to use its DSP mixer for monitoring and you are home free.
presonus audiobox 181vsl
by Phemelo Moikabi from botswana ramotswa
Music Background: recording engineer,live sound engineer
April 29, 2014
so far im happy with what im getting,its easy to use,im still working around to see what more i can do with it.
Fab Interface!!!!
by JET from Michigan, USA
Music Background: Singer, Songwriter, Recording Artist
March 22, 2014
I use this interface daily. It has the most features and quality for its price range period! It works amazingly well and stands up to hard use. I have had no performance issues with the PC I have now. I do want to add that from my own experience, this unit does not seem to work well with my ivy bridge processor. I sent the interface in to be checked out as it was still under warranty. Sweetwater was terrific and very helpful. It passed inspection. Once it came back (which was really fast BTW) I had the same problem. I had considered selling it. I figured I was stuck with an expensive paperweight. In the meantime, I purchased a tower with a different processor. Just for kicks I hooked it up as a last ditch effort. To my surprise it functioned perfectly! I have used it ever since. Oddly enough the smaller more basic AudioBox will run with my ivy bridge lap top. That said, before buying, be sure the VSL1818 will play nice with your machine. Nothing runs on everything. I suspect some of the bad reviews are because your PC is not compatible. If you are looking for an affordable interface and you can verify this one will work, you really cannot go wrong with this product. It really is terrific!! I am very glad I kept it.
AudioBox 1818VSL is AWESOME
by John Casko from Melbourne, FL
January 27, 2014
I don't know how adding an audio interface could get any easier. Feature rich, versatile, easy to use, high quality, fantastic interface and built-in zero latency. It doesn't get any better than this. Together with the Studio One DAW, and the free HP-4 (which was delivered in only a week after I submitted the rebate form) this was money very well spent.
1818VSL Works Great on Dell Laptop
by John Casko from Melbourne, Florida, USA
Music Background: Hobbyist
January 19, 2014
Installed on a Dell laptop with 64 bit Windows 7 and USB 2.0 ports. Runs perfectly with no problems. This unit replaces a FireStudio Project unit which I have used for years running on a Vista desktop computer. The very low latency of the 1818 is fantastic.
I love the personalized service from Sweetwater! I buy almost all of my musical equipment from you. That way, my rep knows exactly what I'm working with and can therefore anticipate my needs in many ways.
Jennifer, Chicago, IL
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Form FactorRackmountDesktopDesktopDesktopPortable
Simultaneous I/O18 x 182 x 24 x 42 x 222 x 26
A/D Resolution24-bit/96kHz24-bit/96kHz24-bit/96kHz24-bit/96kHz24-bit/96kHz
Analog InputsXLR, 1/4"XLR, 1/4"XLR, 1/4"XLR, 1/4"XLR, 1/4"
Analog Outputs1/4"1/4"1/4"-1/4"
Digital InputsCoax, Optical---Coax, Optical
Digital OutputsCoax, Optical---Coax, Optical
Number of Preamps82422
MIDI I/OIn, Out, ThruIn, OutIn, Out--

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