PreSonus AudioBox 96

PreSonus AudioBox 96 Recording Bundle User Manual

Model: AudioBox 96

Танилцуулга

The PreSonus AudioBox 96 Recording Bundle is a comprehensive solution for audio recording, designed for musicians, podcasters, and content creators. This bundle includes the AudioBox 96 USB audio interface, a cardioid condenser microphone with accessories, and the Studio One Artist Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) software, along with the Studio Magic Plug-In Suite. This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, and maintaining your recording equipment to achieve high-quality audio production.

Хайрцагт юу байна

Доор жагсаасан бүх бүрэлдэхүүн хэсгүүд таны багцад байгаа эсэхийг шалгаарай.

  • 1 × AudioBox 96 Audio Interface
  • Download code for Studio One Artist Software
  • 1 × USB Type-B Cable
  • 1 × Studio Condenser Microphone
  • 1 × XLR Microphone Cable
  • 1 × Microphone Shockmount
  • 1 × Microphone Stand
  • 1 × Поп шүүлтүүр
  • 1 × Pair of Recording Headphones
  • Download access for additional software

Бүтээгдэхүүн дууссанview

AudioBox 96 USB Audio Interface

The AudioBox 96 is a 2-input, 2-output USB 2.0 audio and MIDI interface. It features high-quality preamps and digital converters for clear audio capture.

Урд самбарын удирдлага

PreSonus AudioBox 96 Front Panel

Image: Front panel of the PreSonus AudioBox 96, showing input jacks, gain knobs, 48V phantom power button, mixer knob, and main output knob.

  • Mic/Inst Inputs (1 & 2): Combo jacks for XLR microphones or 1/4-inch instrument/line-level signals.
  • 48V товчлуур: Конденсаторын микрофонуудад зориулсан +48V фантом хүчийг идэвхжүүлдэг.
  • Олшруулах товчлуурууд (1 ба 2): Adjust input level for each channel. The associated 'Clip' LED indicates signal overload.
  • Mixer Knob: Blends the direct input signal ('Inputs') with the playback signal from your computer ('Playback') for zero-latency monitoring.
  • Үндсэн товчлуур: Controls the output level of the main stereo outputs.
  • Эрчим хүчний LED: Төхөөрөмж асаалттай байгааг илтгэнэ.

Арын самбарын холболтууд

PreSonus AudioBox 96 Rear Panel

Image: Rear panel of the PreSonus AudioBox 96, displaying USB port, MIDI In/Out, Main Outputs (L/R), and Headphones output.

  • USB порт: Connects the AudioBox 96 to your computer for power and data transfer.
  • MIDI оролт/гаралт: MIDI төхөөрөмжүүдэд зориулсан стандарт 5 зүүтэй DIN холбогч.
  • Main Out (L/R): Balanced 1/4-inch TRS outputs for connecting to studio monitors or an ampнастан.
  • Утас: Чихэвчний 1/4 инчийн стерео гаралт.

Конденсатор микрофон

The included cardioid condenser microphone is designed for capturing vocals and acoustic instruments with clarity and detail.

PreSonus Cardioid Condenser Microphone

Зураг: Ойролцоогоор view of the PreSonus cardioid condenser microphone.

PreSonus Cardioid Condenser Microphone with Shockmount

Image: PreSonus cardioid condenser microphone mounted in its shockmount on a stand.

The microphone requires +48V phantom power, supplied by the AudioBox 96 interface. The included shockmount reduces handling noise and vibrations, while the pop filter minimizes plosive sounds (P, B, T) for cleaner vocal recordings.

Studio One Artist DAW Software

Studio One Artist is a powerful Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) that provides tools for recording, editing, mixing, and mastering your audio projects. It features an intuitive drag-and-drop interface and a comprehensive suite of virtual instruments and effects.

Studio One Artist DAW Interface Overview

Image: A general overview of the Studio One Artist software interface, showing multiple tracks and various plugins.

Studio One Artist DAW Arranger View

Зураг: Нарийвчилсан view of the Studio One Artist arranger window, displaying audio and MIDI tracks.

Studio One Artist DAW with Lyrics and Score Editor

Image: Studio One Artist interface showing integrated lyrics and musical score editing features.

Тохиргоо

1. Програм хангамж суурилуулах

  1. Бүтээгдэхүүнээ бүртгүүлэх: PreSonus-д зочлоорой website and register your AudioBox 96 using the provided download code. This step is crucial to access and download the Studio One Artist software and Studio Magic Plug-In Suite.
  2. Татаж аваад суулгана уу: Follow the instructions on the PreSonus website to download and install Studio One Artist and any necessary drivers for your operating system (Windows or Mac).
  3. Install Plug-Ins: Install the Studio Magic Plug-In Suite as directed by the PreSonus installation guide.

2. Тоног төхөөрөмжийн холболт

  1. Connect AudioBox 96 to Computer: Use the supplied USB cable to connect the AudioBox 96 to an available USB port on your computer. The unit is USB bus-powered and does not require an external power supply.
  2. Assemble Microphone Setup: Attach the microphone to the shockmount, then secure the shockmount to the microphone stand. Position the pop filter in front of the microphone.
  3. Микрофоныг холбох: Use the XLR microphone cable to connect the condenser microphone to one of the Mic/Inst inputs (1 or 2) on the front panel of the AudioBox 96.
  4. Чихэвч холбох: Plug your recording headphones into the 'Phones' output on the rear panel of the AudioBox 96.
  5. Connect Studio Monitors (Optional): If you have studio monitors, connect them to the 'Main Out L/R' 1/4-inch TRS outputs on the rear panel of the AudioBox 96.

Ажиллаж байна

1. Initial Power On and Driver Recognition

Once connected via USB, your computer should automatically recognize the AudioBox 96. The Power LED on the front panel will illuminate.

2. Configuring Studio One Artist

  1. Launch Studio One Artist: Open the software after installation.
  2. Select Audio Device: In Studio One's preferences (Options > Audio Setup), select the PreSonus AudioBox 96 as your primary audio device.
  3. Шинэ дуу үүсгэх: Start a new project and configure your desired sample rate and bit depth (e.g., 24-bit, 96 kHz).

3. Аудио бичлэг хийх

  1. Фантом хүчийг идэвхжүүлэх: If using the condenser microphone, press the 48 В button on the AudioBox 96 front panel.
  2. Оролтын олшруулалтыг тохируулах: Speak or play into the microphone. Slowly turn up the corresponding Олз бариул (1 or 2) until the 'Clip' LED flashes only occasionally during the loudest parts. Avoid constant clipping.
  3. Monitor Your Sound: -ийг тохируулна уу Mixer Knob to balance the direct input signal with the playback from your computer. This provides zero-latency monitoring. Adjust the Үндсэн товчлуур for speaker volume and the headphone volume for headphone monitoring.
  4. Arm Track in Studio One: In Studio One, create an audio track and arm it for recording (usually a red record button on the track). Select the correct input (e.g., Input 1 for Mic/Inst 1).
  5. Бичлэг: Press the record button in Studio One to begin recording.

Засвар үйлчилгээ

  • Цэвэрлэгээ: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the AudioBox 96 and microphone. Avoid abrasive cleaners or solvents.
  • Хадгалах: Тоног төхөөрөмжийг сэрүүн, хуурай газар, нарны шууд тусгал болон хэт өндөр температураас хол хадгална уу.
  • Кабелийн менежмент: Гэмтлээс урьдчилан сэргийлэхийн тулд кабелийг нугалж, чангалахгүй байхыг анхаарна уу.
  • Програм хангамжийн шинэчлэлтүүд: PreSonus-г тогтмол шалгаж байгаарай website for software and driver updates for Studio One Artist and the AudioBox 96.

Алдааг олж засварлах

Дууны гаралт байхгүй

  • Холболтуудыг шалгах: Ensure all cables (USB, XLR, headphones, monitors) are securely connected.
  • Дууны түвшин: Verify that the Main and Headphone volume knobs on the AudioBox 96 are turned up. Check volume levels within your operating system and Studio One Artist.
  • Mixer Knob: Adjust the Mixer knob to ensure you are hearing either the input, playback, or a blend of both.
  • Програм хангамжийн тохиргоо: Confirm that the AudioBox 96 is selected as the audio output device in Studio One Artist and your computer's sound settings.

No Input Signal / Microphone Not Working

  • Фантомын хүч: -ийг баталгаажуулах 48 В button is engaged for the condenser microphone.
  • Олз авах товчлуур: Turn up the corresponding input gain knob (1 or 2).
  • Микрофон кабель: Боломжтой бол өөр XLR кабелиар туршиж үзээрэй.
  • Studio One Input: Verify that the correct input (e.g., Input 1) is selected and armed for recording on the track in Studio One.

Эвдэрсэн аудио

  • Оролтын ашиг: Reduce the input gain using the corresponding knob on the AudioBox 96 if the 'Clip' LED is constantly lit.
  • Програм хангамжийн түвшин: Check for clipping within Studio One Artist's mixer channels.

Software Issues (Studio One Artist)

  • Жолооч нар: Ensure you have the latest drivers for the AudioBox 96 installed from the PreSonus webсайт.
  • Системийн нийцтэй байдал: Verify your computer meets the minimum system requirements for Studio One Artist.
  • Дахин суулгах: If problems persist, try reinstalling Studio One Artist.

Үзүүлэлтүүд

ОнцлогТодорхойлолт
Audio Interface TypeUSB 2.0
Шийдвэр24 бит / 96 кГц
Микрофон Урьдчилсанamps2 (Class-A)
Оролтууд2 x XLR/TRS Combo (Mic/Inst)
Гаралт2 x 1/4-inch TRS Main Out, 1 x 1/4-inch Headphone Out
MIDI I / OYes (In/Out)
Фантомын хүч+48V (солих боломжтой)
ХяналтZero-latency mixer
ХүчUSB автобусаар ажилладаг
Тохиромжтой үйлдлийн системүүдWindows, Mac
Зүйлийн жин10.13 pounds (entire bundle)
Багцын хэмжээ32.5 x 15 x 6 инч

Баталгаат болон дэмжлэг

For detailed warranty information, please refer to the documentation included with your product or visit the official PreSonus website. For technical support, driver downloads, and additional resources, please visit the PreSonus support page:

www.presonus.com/support

Ensure you have your product serial number ready when contacting support.

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