PreSonus Audiobox USB 96 Audio Interface with Studio One Artist DAW & Premium Bundle Software

PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 – Key Features

• 2-in / 2-out USB Audio Interface
• 24-bit / 96 kHz recording quality
• 2 Class-A microphone preamps
• 2 XLR/TRS combo inputs for microphones or instruments
• 48V Phantom Power for condenser microphones
• MIDI In/Out for connecting MIDI keyboards and controllers
• Zero-latency direct monitoring with Input/Playback mix control
• 2 Balanced TRS outputs for studio monitors
• 1/4-inch headphone output with dedicated volume control
• Rugged steel chassis
• USB bus-powered (no external power adapter required)

Software Included

The package typically includes:

• Studio One Artist DAW
• Studio Magic Suite
  • Virtual instruments
  • Professional effects plug-ins
  • Loops and sound libraries
  • Music production tutorials

The Studio Magic Suite contains a large collection of creative software worth substantially more than the interface itself when purchased separately.

Best For

• Home recording
• Vocal recording
• Guitar & bass recording
• Podcasting
• Live streaming
• Music production
• Beginners and intermediate producers

Compatible With

• Windows
• macOS

Advantages

• Excellent microphone preamps for the price
• Built-in MIDI I/O (missing on many entry-level interfaces)
• Durable metal construction
• Simple plug-and-play setup
• Good software bundle included

Limitations

• USB 2.0 interface (older design)
• Maximum sample rate is 96 kHz, whereas many newer interfaces support 192 kHz
• Older driver/platform compared with newer PreSonus Studio series interfaces