Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 16

32-Channel Digital Mixer with Built-In 64x64 USB Recording Interface

Extensive compatibility thanks to Milan certification
32 mono inputs (analogue and AVB)
16 XMAX preamp
One stereo tape in plus two stereo aux in
Main stereo output plus one mono sum output
Ten balanced mix outputs (6 x XLR, 4 x TRS jack)
Two balanced TRS jack monitor outputs
26 buses
Four sub groups and 24 DCA groups
17 touch-sensitive motorised faders (16 x channel and 1 x main fader)
16 FlexMixes: Can be configured as AUX, subgroup or matrix mix
Multi-effects processor with four slots for loading effects
Extensive parameter sets for reverb and limiter
Fat Channel plugins per channel (all eight compressor and seven EQ models from the Fat Channel Collection)
AVB network compatible
Up to 34 tracks can be recorded directly to the on-board SD card recorder
Password-protected user profiles
64x64 USB audio interface for easy live recording and virtual sound checks thanks to included software such as Studio One Pro and Capture
Deep integration of hardware into software - Fat Channel plugins can be operated in Studio One
UC/Metro enables remote connection to the mixing console via the Internet and mixing, including monitoring, with the UC Surface software (included) – ideal for producing live streams.
Weight: 10.5 kg
Dimensions (W x D x H): 446 x 583 x 165 mm
Includes Presonus Studio One Pro (download) and Fat Channel Collection (download)

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Available since August 2025
Item number 622962
Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
User Interface Physical/remote
Number of faders 17
DSP Input channels 32
Mic Preamp 16
Physical outputs 16
Digital stagebox connection AVB
Hotspot No
Multitrack Record Yes
integratated Player/Rec via USB/SD Multitrack
19" Rackmount Optional
Max.number of input channels 32
Microphone Inputs 16
Analog Line Inputs 8
Analog Line Outputs 14
DSP Output Channels 22
Busses 26
Mono-Line Input 8
Stereo-Line Input 3
Motorfader Yes
Computer interface USB, Ethernet
Ethernet Ethernet
Special Features AVB / Milan
Soundcard interface USB-B
Recorder Format WAV
Scribble Strips Yes
RTA Yes
FX Processor 4
31 Band EQ 8
Delay Input Yes
Delay Output Yes
Matrix 16
DCA/VCA Groups 24
Midi Connector No
Sample rate 48 kHz
Monitor Apps Yes
Separate Personal Monitor system Optional
Expansion Card slots 0
Digital ADAT No
Digital SPDIF No
Digital AES3/ASESEB Yes
Digital MADI No
Digital Dante No
110V capable Yes
Case Optional
Height 165 mm
Width 447 mm
Depth 583 mm
Weight 10,5 kg

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Serious power, serious mixing

The smallest of the latest StudioLive Series III SE range, the Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 16 still packs the same impressive 40-channel mix engine, 16 XMAX-L mic preamps and 17 fully recallable, touch-sensitive motorised faders in a portable, rackmountable chassis. Designed for live engineers, AV technicians, and hybrid production setups, it delivers the same pristine audio quality and workflow as its Series SE III siblings, including the acclaimed Fat Channel signal processing with studio-grade EQ and dynamics on every input and bus. AVB audio networking, direct multitrack recording to SD card or computer, and seamless remote control via PreSonus Studio One and Universal Control are but some of its extended functionalities, making the Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 16 equally at home as a front-of-house console, a professional broadcast hub, and even a hands-on DAW controller in the studio.

High-end processing and bus count

Featuring 26 mix buses in total, the Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 16 provides a wealth of routing options for monitor setups, subgroups, and effects. Every input and bus hosts a Fat Channel strip – high-end EQ, gate, compressor and limiter – powered by the dual-core FLEX DSP engine. The 40-channel mix engine and 16 XMAX-L mic preamps provide ample headroom, while AVB networking adds scalable inputs and outputs via NSB stageboxes and EarMix personal mixers. Performances can be recorded directly to SD card for standalone capture, or via USB to a computer for full DAW integration. Flexible patching, per-channel USB/AVB returns, and scene/project recall allow rapid changeovers between different setups, while the extensive I/O includes stereo aux inputs, ten analogue mix outputs including subgroup outs, and dual headphone jacks, making the console a more than capable hub in any setting.

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Tailored for demanding workflows

Not only is the Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 16 extremely capable technically, it is also a true workhorse that adapts to any production environment, professional or semi-professional, be it in live sound, broadcast, streaming, or hybrid setups. Its combination of flexible routing, studio-grade processing, and scalable AVB networking is ideal for fixed venues, touring rigs, and multi-room installations alike. Portable and rack-mountable, it is well-suited to location work, while its recallable settings and intuitive workflow allow it to be operated by less-experienced staff, including volunteers. Seamless integration with Studio One and Universal Control ensures it adapts to both live performance and studio work, while the AVB-connected EarMix personal mixers allow performers to customise their in-ear monitoring mix on stage, with the console serving as a dedicated IEM controller.

About Presonus

Presonus is a US company founded in 1995 by Jim Odom and Brian Smith in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The firm designs hardware and software at both professional and more affordable levels for musicians and producers. Presonus first made a splash in the mid-1990s with the DCP8, an eight-channel analogue compressor/limiter/gate with fader and mute automation that could be digitally controlled by MIDI. In the early 2000s followed a series of microphone amplifiers and the first audio interfaces for the then-emerging home studio scene. Today, the company's product range includes audio interfaces, microphone preamps, digital mixing consoles, and studio monitors as well as the established DAW software Studio One.

Real-world applications

The Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 16 works equally well as a standalone digital console, an AVB stagebox controller, or a DAW control surface for production workflows. In a small venue, it can provide front-of-house (FOH) and monitor mixes while recording every channel direct to SD card for later mixing. In a broadcast or streaming setup, its integrated multiband processing and effects reduce the need for outboard gear. Touring musicians can pair it with NSB stageboxes for minimal cabling and streamlined routing, while EarMix units let each performer customise their IEM returns. Remote control from tablets, smartphones, or computers enables PA tuning from the audience position, monitor adjustments side-stage, and configuration of complex setups from a control room.

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Fat Channel processing

Central to the Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 16 is Fat Channel processing, a pristine digital channel strip that provides powerful sound-shaping tools on every input and bus. Studio-grade EQ, gating, compression, and limiting are complemented by meticulously modelled emulations of sought-after analogue processors, all powered by the dual-core FLEX DSP engine, bringing classic studio character to live sound, broadcast, and recording applications. All settings are fully recallable, providing instant access to pre-recorded configurations for different performers and setups. AVB networking and Universal Control software ensure consistent, perfectly controlled mixes in any production setup.

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Presonus StudioLive Series III SE 16

32-Channel Digital Mixer with Built-In 64x64 USB Recording Interface

Serious power, serious mixing

High-end processing and bus count

Tailored for demanding workflows

About Presonus

Real-world applications

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