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PreSonus AudioBox 1818VSL

Item ID: AudioBox1818

USB Audio Interface, 18-in/18-out, with 2 Microphone/Instrument Preamplifiers, 8 Microphone/Line Preamplifiers, MIDI I/O, ADAT I/O, S/PDIF I/O, Word Clock I/O, and Studio One Artist DAW Software

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High Channel Count at a Low Price from PreSonus

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
  • Virtual StudioLive software for low-latency monitoring with effects
  • PreSonus Studio One Artist DAW included

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.

Virtual StudioLive software for low-latency monitoring with effects
The included Virtual StudioLive software gives your AudioBox 1818VSL the ability to provide reverb and delay effects for your monitor mixes, with near-zero latency. On top of that, the Virtual StudioLive software gives you the same Fat Channel compression, limiting, semi-parametric EQ, and high-pass filter from the acclaimed PreSonus StudioLive 16.0.2 digital mixer. Artists perform better when they're listening to a top-notch headphone mix, and the AudioBox 1818VSL makes it easy.

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!

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
  • Included Virtual StudioLive software lets you add reverb and delay effects to headphone mixes with near-zero latency
  • 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

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Specification Detail
Computer Connection Type USB 2.0
Form Factor Rackmount
Simultaneous I/O 18 x 18
A/D Resolution 24-bit/96kHz
Built In DSP/FX No
Number of Audio Inputs 8
Audio Inputs Types 2 x XLR/TS combo, 6 x XLR/TRS combo
Number of Audio Outputs 8
Audio Output Types 8 x TRS
Number of Digital Inputs 10
Digital Input Types 1 x S/PDIF (coax), 1 x ADAT (optical)
Number of Digital Outputs 10
Digital Output Types 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
Bus Powered No
Rack Units 1U
Manufacturer Part Number AB1818VSL

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PreSonus AudioBox 1818VSL

by Dale from San Luis Obispo, CA
March 30, 2012
Music Background: Musician, recording eng., live sound...
The AudioBox integrated with Virtual Studio Live and Presonus Studio One 2 Professional is a package that can not be beat! Versatility, power and ease of use WOW!

Finally!!!!

by Duceman from Fayetteville, NC
November 18, 2011
Music Background: Recording Engineer, Live Sound Engineer, Pro Musician
I waited for over a month to get this rig! When I got it, I stayed up all night playing around with it and it worked RIGHT OUT OF THE BOX!!!!! Great piece. The best thing about it is the USB connectiv... read more [+]ity to my MAC BOOK. Thanx PreSonus & Thanx Sweetwater for the support.... Now on with the Music!!!!! close [-]

Awesome!

by Don Kuchta from Kansas
November 12, 2011
Music Background: Gigging Musician
Just got mine in 2 day ago. It rocks! Easy set up and installation. Zero issues syncing my other devices. And...It sounds great! The VSL software and fat channel work flawlessly.

I forgot the most important feature that had me sold.

by Matthew Wirz from Sacramento, CA
October 5, 2011
Music Background:
USB!!!! Finally an interface that has all the features I need and it has a USB port.

I Can't Wait

by Matthew Wirz from Sacramento
October 5, 2011
Music Background: Drummer, Am. recording, Guitar, Singer
FINALLY!!! I have been waiting a long time for any company to create a product that meets ALL of my needs for recording. Rack space, 8 front inputs and gain control, midi, adat, EVERYTHING! Thank you ... read more [+]PreSonus, I will be purchacing this product Immediately. close [-]
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