PreSonus StudioLive Series III SE 16 Digital Console Mixer, Recorder, Interface

The PreSonus StudioLive Series III SE 16 Digital Console Mixer is a professional-grade mixing solution designed to deliver premium sound quality, advanced workflow integration, and versatile connectivity. Engineered for both live sound and studio recording, this compact yet powerful 16-channel digital mixer combines state-of-the-art digital processing with intuitive hands-on control. Whether you’re managing a live performance, recording in the studio, or streaming content, the StudioLive Series III SE 16 provides the reliability and performance needed to achieve pristine audio at every stage.

Built with musicians, engineers, and production professionals in mind, the StudioLive SE 16 delivers a seamless experience that bridges analog feel with digital precision. Featuring high-headroom XMAX microphone preamps, studio-quality 24-bit/48 kHz digital conversion, and a flexible AVB networking system, this console ensures accurate, transparent sound. It also offers built-in SD card recording, allowing direct capture of performances without the need for a computer, making it an ideal tool for fast-paced environments where efficiency and portability matter.

With its rugged design, compact footprint, and comprehensive set of I/O options, the StudioLive Series III SE 16 is optimized for professional touring, fixed installations, and recording applications. Its advanced processing engine provides 32-bit floating-point internal processing, ensuring ultra-low latency and dynamic range clarity, while its intuitive touchscreen and customizable workflow features make it easy to adapt to any audio production setup. For anyone seeking a versatile, reliable, and future-ready mixing console, the PreSonus StudioLive SE 16 stands as a top-tier choice.

Key Features

• 16-channel digital console mixer with professional-grade processing
• High-headroom XMAX microphone preamps with 0–60 dB gain range
• 32-bit floating-point internal processing for pristine audio
• Integrated AVB networking with Neutrik etherCONN ports
• Onboard SD card recording (up to 32 GB SDHC support)
• USB 2.0 recording and playback with 24-bit depth and 44.1/48 kHz sample rates
• Rugged black finish with compact dimensions for portability
• Optimized for live sound, studio recording, and broadcast applications

Technical Specifications

Product Name: StudioLive Series III SE 16 Digital Console Mixer
Series: StudioLive
Color: Black

Electronics

Headphone Jack: 1/4" TRS Active Stereo
Phantom Power: +48 VDC (±2 VDC)
Power Consumption: 85W (Continuous)
Voltage Requirements: 100-230 VAC, 50-60 Hz

Hardware

Digital Audio AES EBU Output: XLR Male
Digital Audio AVB Audio Network Ports: Neutrik etherCONN
Digital Audio Network Control Port: RJ-45
Digital Audio USB Recording Port: USB 2.0, Type-B
Tape Connection Type: RCA Female, Unbalanced (Stereo Pair)

Inputs

Line Input Connection Type: 1/4" TRS Female, Balanced
Line Inputs Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.5 dBu at Unity Gain)
Line Inputs Impedance: 10 kΩ
Line Inputs Maximum Level: +18 dBu
Line Inputs Signal To Noise Ratio: 94 dB (Ref = +4 dB, 20 kHz BW, Unity Gain, A-Weighted)
Line Inputs Total Harmonic Distortion: <0.005%, +4 dBu, 20–20 kHz, Unity Gain, Unweighted

Microphone Input Connection Type: XLR Female, Balanced
Microphone Preamp CMRR: 65 dB (1 kHz at Unity Gain)
Microphone Preamp Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.5 dBu at Unity Gain)
Microphone Preamp Gain Control Range: 0 dB to 60 dB (±1 dB)
Microphone Preamp Input Impedance: 1 kΩ
Microphone Preamp Maximum Input Level: +12 dBu (Unity Gain)
Microphone Preamp SNR: 94 dB (Ref = +4 dB, 20 kHz BW, Unity Gain, A-Weighted)
Microphone Preamp THD: <0.005%, +4 dBu, 20–20 kHz, Unity Gain, Unweighted

Tape Maximum Input Level: +12 dBu, ±0.5 dBu

Measurements

Media Storage Capacity: SD Card: 2 GB; SDHC Card: 32 GB
Product Width: 17.59” (446.66 mm)
Product Depth: 22.97” (583.84 mm)
Product Height: 6.51” (165.36 mm)
Product Weight: 23.15 lbs. (10.5 kg)

Miscellaneous

Digital Audio Internal Processing: 32-Bit, Floating Point
Power Cable: IEC
Recommended Ambient Operating Temperature: 32˚ to 104˚ Fahrenheit (0˚ to 40˚ Celsius)
Recording File Format: WAV
Supported Media Format: FAT16 Formatted SD™ Card, FAT32 Formatted SDHC™ Card
Supported Sample Rates: 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz

Output

Headphone Outputs Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, +/-0.5 dB
Headphone Outputs Maximum Output: 100 mW/ch. @ 60Ω load
Headphone Outputs Signal To Noise Ratio: 96 dB, 1 kHz, Maximum Gain, 20 Hz BW, Unweighted
Headphone Outputs THD: 0.01%, 1 kHz, Maximum Gain, 20 Hz BW, Unweighted

Line Outputs Connection Type: 1/4" TRS Female, Balanced
Line Outputs Maximum Output Level: +18 dBu, ±0.5 dBu
Line Outputs Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
Tape Maximum Output Level: +18 dBu, ±0.5 dBu
Tape Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
XLR Outputs Maximum Output Level: +24 dBu, ±0.5 dBu
XLR Outputs Output Impedance: 100 Ohms

Performance

Crosstalk (Adjacent Channels): -87 dB (Reference = +4 dBu, 20 Hz–20 kHz, Unweighted)
Digital Audio Bit Depth: 24
Digital Audio Dynamic Range: ADC: 115 dB (A-Weighted, 48 kHz), DAC: 115 dB (A-Weighted, 48 kHz)
Digital Audio Reference Level For Zero dBFS: +18 dBu
Digital Audio Total System Latency: 1.9 ms (local routing, analog in-analog out, all processing active)
SD Recorder Bit Depth: Recording: 24 Bit, Playback: 16 or 24 Bit
SD Recorder Sampling Rate: 44.1 or 48 kHz