When your rig needs more than basic mixing, this rackmount console brings the full show. The PreSonus StudioLive Series III SE 16 digital mixer brings pro-level workflow to rack-mount setups and live rigs that demand more than basic mixing. This compact, road-ready digital console features 40 channels, 17 touch-sensitive motorized faders and 16 recallable XMAX-R preamps for clear, detailed sound on every input. With onboard SD card recording, a 64x64 USB interface and deep software integration—including Studio One Pro and Capture—you can track live sets, manage virtual soundchecks and control mixes from anywhere. The SE 16's Milan-certified AVB networking makes building out large systems or integrating stage boxes and personal monitor mixers straightforward. For bands, venues or engineers who need flexibility and power in a small footprint, this mixer makes setup and recall as fast as the gig demands.

StudioLive SE 16 Mixer Offers Flexible Bus Architecture

Even complex shows get simpler with this kind of routing power. The unit's 26 mix buses offer precise signal routing for even complex stage setups. Sixteen FlexMixes can function as aux sends, subgroups or matrix mixes—switching their role on the fly. Four subgroups, four FX mixes and 24 DCA groups give engineers fine control over monitor feeds, effects and groups during a show. Every mix path supports the same detailed processing, so large venues and high-stakes events get the same sound-shaping power as high-end studios.

Recallable XMAX-R Preamps Speed Up Soundcheck

When you've only got one shot to get it right, recallable preamps matter. Each of the 16 mic/line inputs uses an XMAX-R preamp that stores gain settings digitally. These preamps deliver clean headroom and low noise, letting vocals and instruments cut through the mix. With full recall, scene changes restore all input levels instantly—crucial for festival stages, touring bands or houses of worship that need to change setups between acts without manual tweaking. This kind of memory speeds up soundcheck and minimizes mistakes.

Multitrack Recording With SD and USB Keeps Sessions Simple

Capture the moment—then keep mixing without missing a beat. The built-in 34x34 SD card recorder captures every channel and mix for instant live recording—no computer needed. The 64x64 USB audio interface streams multitrack audio to and from your DAW, so you can record, edit and playback sessions with the same hardware. Both the Capture and Studio One Pro software come included, making it easy to manage live recordings, create virtual soundchecks or produce full mixes using the same session data from the mixer.

Rugged StudioLive SE 16 Mixer Built for Tight Spaces

This mixer is built to travel—and built to last. The SE 16 digital mixer uses a compact chassis with internal power supply and rugged, rack-mountable design. Touch-sensitive motorized faders move with every recall and stay protected during transport. High-grade components throughout the mixer handle night-after-night use on tour or in permanent installs. The layout keeps connections secure and cable runs simple, so setup and teardown move quickly and reliably.

Why the StudioLive SE 16 Digital Mixer Delivers Under Pressure

In real gig conditions, this rackmount console delivers. Engineers and production teams running this rack console gain tight control over complex mixes and recall scenes in seconds. The combination of physical faders, flexible bus routing and advanced remote software means hands-on mixing happens anywhere—at front of house, backstage or offsite. With this workflow, users save time, simplify setup and consistently deliver professional mixes under real-world pressure.

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