PreSonus AudioBox 96 Recording Bundle User Manual

Introducere

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.

Ce este în cutie

Verificați dacă toate componentele enumerate mai jos sunt prezente în pachet:

• 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 × Filtru Pop
• 1 × Pair of Recording Headphones
• Download access for additional software

Produs terminatview

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.

Controale panoului frontal

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.
• Buton 48V: Activează alimentarea phantom de +48V pentru microfoanele cu condensator.
• Butoane de câștig (1 și 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.
• Buton principal: Controls the output level of the main stereo outputs.
• LED de alimentare: Indică faptul că unitatea este pornită.

Conexiuni la panoul din spate

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

• Port USB: Connects the AudioBox 96 to your computer for power and data transfer.
• Intrare/Ieșire MIDI: Conectori DIN standard cu 5 pini pentru dispozitive MIDI.
• Main Out (L/R): Balanced 1/4-inch TRS outputs for connecting to studio monitors or an ampmai în viață.
• Telefoane: Ieșire stereo de 1/4 inch pentru căști.

Microfon cu condensator

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

Imagine: Prim-plan view of the PreSonus cardioid condenser microphone.

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.

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

Imagine: O imagine detaliată view of the Studio One Artist arranger window, displaying audio and MIDI tracks.

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

Înființat

1. Instalare software

1. Înregistrați-vă produsul: Vizitați PreSonus 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. Descărcați și instalați: 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. Conexiune hardware

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. Conectați microfonul: 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. Conectați căști: 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.

Funcționează

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. Selectați dispozitivul audio: In Studio One's preferences (Options > Audio Setup), select the PreSonus AudioBox 96 as your primary audio device.
3. Create a New Song: Start a new project and configure your desired sample rate and bit depth (e.g., 24-bit, 96 kHz).

3. Înregistrare audio

1. Activează alimentarea fantomă: If using the condenser microphone, press the 48V button on the AudioBox 96 front panel.
2. Setați amplificarea de intrare: Speak or play into the microphone. Slowly turn up the corresponding Buton de câștig (1 or 2) until the 'Clip' LED flashes only occasionally during the loudest parts. Avoid constant clipping.
3. Monitorizați-vă sunetul: Reglați Mixer Knob to balance the direct input signal with the playback from your computer. This provides zero-latency monitoring. Adjust the Butonul principal 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. Înregistra: Press the record button in Studio One to begin recording.

Întreţinere

• curatenie: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the AudioBox 96 and microphone. Avoid abrasive cleaners or solvents.
• Depozitare: Depozitați echipamentul într-un loc răcoros și uscat, ferit de lumina directă a soarelui și de temperaturi extreme.
• Organizare de cabluri: Asigurați-vă că cablurile nu sunt îndoite sau tensionate pentru a preveni deteriorarea.
• Actualizări de software: Verificați periodic PreSonus website for software and driver updates for Studio One Artist and the AudioBox 96.

Depanare

Fără ieșire de sunet

• Verificați conexiunile: Ensure all cables (USB, XLR, headphones, monitors) are securely connected.
• Niveluri de volum: 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.
• Setări software: 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

• Puterea fantomă: Asigurați 48V button is engaged for the condenser microphone.
• Buton de câștig: Turn up the corresponding input gain knob (1 or 2).
• Cablu microfon: Testați cu un alt cablu XLR, dacă este disponibil.
• Studio One Input: Verify that the correct input (e.g., Input 1) is selected and armed for recording on the track in Studio One.

Audio distorsionat

• Câștig de intrare: Reduce the input gain using the corresponding knob on the AudioBox 96 if the 'Clip' LED is constantly lit.
• Niveluri software: Check for clipping within Studio One Artist's mixer channels.

Software Issues (Studio One Artist)

• Șoferi: Ensure you have the latest drivers for the AudioBox 96 installed from the PreSonus website-ul.
• Compatibilitatea sistemului: Verify your computer meets the minimum system requirements for Studio One Artist.
• Reinstalare: If problems persist, try reinstalling Studio One Artist.

Specificații

Garanție și suport

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.