PreSonus Studio 24c

USB-C upgrade over the AudioBox with 192 kHz and cleaner preamps

Best for: Podcasters and producers who want PreSonus preamp quality, MIDI, and a future-proof USB-C connection in one compact unit

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The Studio 24c is a 2-in/2-out USB-C interface with two XMAX-L solid-state mic preamps, 24-bit/192 kHz converters, MIDI I/O, and a 115 dB dynamic range. It is bus-powered over USB-C and bundles Studio One Artist with the Studio Magic plugin suite. A genuine step up from the AudioBox USB 96 in both conversion quality and connectivity.

Key features

USB-C bus powered
MIDI In/Out (5-pin DIN)
2 XMAX-L combo XLR/TRS inputs with 48V phantom power
24-bit / 192 kHz converters, 115 dB dynamic range
Independent headphone output with volume control
Bundles Studio One Artist and Studio Magic plugin suite

Our take

The Studio 24c is the answer to everyone who asked PreSonus to put a USB-C port on the AudioBox. The XMAX-L preamps are quieter and more transparent than the older design, 192 kHz conversion is now standard, and the 115 dB dynamic range is among the best at this price tier. MIDI I/O is included, which many USB-C competitors omit. The main caveat is the same as any two-input interface: two mics, period. But as a two-person podcast interface with a good software bundle, this competes directly with the Scarlett 2i2 and deserves more attention than it gets.