my.presonus: PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 User Guide & Driver Download
- June 7, 2024
- PreSonus
Table of Contents
The PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 USB Audio Interface User Guide is a comprehensive guide that provides detailed information on how to set up and use the AudioBox USB 96 interface. The guide includes a quick start guide, an overview of the product, and what is included in the box. It also provides information on how to download the necessary software and manuals, how to install Universal Control, and how to make the necessary connections. Additionally, the guide offers step-by-step instructions on how to install Studio One Artist and how to authorize it. The guide concludes with helpful tips, tricks, and educational material available at the PreSonus website. The AudioBox USB 96 is a state-of-the-art, USB 2.0 interface featuring two Class A microphone preamplifiers, analog monitoring, high-resolution 96 kHz recording, and Studio One Artist creative music environment. To get started, users need to register their AudioBox USB 96 at my.presonus.com and download the necessary software and manuals. The guide provides easy-to-follow instructions for both Windows and macOS users.
AudioBox USB® 96 USB Audio Interface Quick Start Guide
Overview
What’s in the box Along with this Quick Start Guide, your package contains the following:
- AudioBox USB96
- 6’ (1.8m) USB cable
- Studio One Key Commands Guide
- PreSonus Health Safety and Compliance Guide
Downloads
- Universal Control with software drivers for Windows®
- Studio One Artist DAW and resources (approximately 2 GB)
- AudioBox USB96 Owner’s Manual PDF
Getting Started
Congratulations on choosing a PreSonus AudioBox USB®96. You now own a state- of-the-art, USB 2.0 interface featuring two Class A microphone preamplifiers, analog monitoring, high-resolution 96 kHz recording — and Studio One Artist creative music environment. Step 1: Register Your AudioBox USB96
- Go online to my.presonus.com and create — or log in to — you’re My PreSonus user account.
- Click to register.
- Enter your AudioBox USB96 serial number and purchase date, then click Register.
Step 2: Download Your Software and Manual Download the following from your My PreSonus user account: Universal Control for Windows (not necessary for Mac) AudioBox USB96 Owner’s Manual Studio One Artist software (optional) Step 3: Install Universal Control Windows users: Install Universal Control and the AudioBox USB96 Windows driver. This installer was designed to be easy to use. Simply follow the onscreen instructions. You will be alerted that the installer has successfully finished and it will prompt you to reboot your computer. Click “Finish” to automatically restart your computer. macOS users: The AudioBox USB96 is a class-compliant Core Audio device, so no installation is necessary. Simply connect your AudioBox USB96 to your computer to begin using it. Step 4: Meet the AudioBox USB96 Step 5: Make the Connections Step 6: Install Studio One To install Studio One Artist, download the Studio One Artist installer from your My PreSonus account to the computer on which you will use it. Windows users: Launch the Studio One Artist installer and follow the onscreen instructions. Mac users: Drag the Studio One Artist application into the Applications folder on your Mac hard drive. Step 7: Authorize Studio One When Studio One is launched for the first time on your computer, you’ll need to enter your My PreSonus account information. Once entered, Studio One will scan your account for available Studio One Product Keys. Select your Product Key and click Activate. Your computer will need to be connected to the Internet for authorization and activation. Step 8: Install Studio One Bundled Content Studio One Artist comes bundled with demos, instruments, loops, and samples to provide you with everything you need to begin producing music. The first time you launch Studio One Artist, you will be prompted to install its companion content. Select the content you wish to add and click “Install” to automatically download and install it from your My PreSonus user account. Step 9: Start Recording!
| Launch Studio One Artist.
---|---
| From the Start page, select “Create a new Song.”
| Select “AudioBox USB” from the Templates list.
| Give your Song a name.
| Click the OK button when you are finished.
| Click on the MIX button to open the Console in Studio One.
| Turn the Mixer knob on the front panel of your AudioBox USB96 to the 12
o’clock position. This will allow you to hear both your inputs and the
playback from the computer.
| Connect a pair of headphones to the AudioBox USB96 headphone output and turn
the Phones volume control to the 12 o‘clock position.
Connect a microphone then speak into it while watching the meter on Channel 1 in Studio One and slowly turning the AudioBox USB96 Input 1 Trim knob clockwise. You are now ready to record. Click the “Record“ button in Studio One Artist and begin recording your first masterpiece! To playback your recording, click on the “Return to Zero” button in the transport in Studio One Artist and then click on the “Play” button. Step 10: Learn More A variety of helpful tips, tricks, and educational material is available at www.PreSonus.com including:
- Your AudioBox USB96 Owner’s Manual
- The PreSonus User Community
- PreSonus Learn Articles
- Studio One Video Tutorials
- And more….
© 2017 PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc. All Rights Reserved. PreSonus and AudioBox USB have registered trademarks of PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc. Studio One is a registered trademark of PreSonus Software, Ltd. macOS is a trademark of Apple, Inc., in the U.S. and other countries. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft, Inc., in the U.S. and other countries. Other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies All specifications are subject to change without notice.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Interface Type | USB 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Microphone Preamplifiers | 2 Class A |
| Analog Monitoring | Yes |
| Recording Resolution | 96 kHz |
| DAW | Studio One Artist |
| Downloads | Universal Control with software drivers for Windows, Studio One |
Artist DAW and resources (approximately 2 GB), AudioBox USB96 Owner’s Manual
PDF
Connections| USB, Microphone, Headphones
Compatibility| Windows, macOS
FAQS
What is the PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 interface?
The PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 is a state-of-the-art, USB 2.0 interface featuring two Class A microphone preamplifiers, analog monitoring, high- resolution 96 kHz recording, and Studio One Artist creative music environment.
What is included in the package of the PreSonus AudioBox USB 96?
Along with the Quick Start Guide, the package contains the AudioBox USB96, a 6’ (1.8m) USB cable, Studio One Key Commands Guide, and PreSonus Health Safety and Compliance Guide.
How do I register my AudioBox USB 96?
To register your AudioBox USB 96, go online to my.presonus.com and create or log in to your My PreSonus user account. Click to register, enter your AudioBox USB 96 serial number and purchase date, then click Register.
How do I download the necessary software and manuals for AudioBox USB 96?
Download Universal Control for Windows (not necessary for Mac), AudioBox USB96 Owner’s Manual, and Studio One Artist software (optional) from your My PreSonus user account.
How do I install Universal Control?
For Windows users, install Universal Control and the AudioBox USB96 Windows driver by following the on-screen instructions. For macOS users, no installation is necessary as the AudioBox USB96 is a class-compliant Core Audio device.
How do I make the necessary connections for AudioBox USB 96?
Follow the step-by-step instructions provided in the user guide to make the necessary connections.
How do I install Studio One Artist?
To install Studio One Artist, download the Studio One Artist installer from your My PreSonus account to the computer on which you will use it. For Windows users, launch the Studio One Artist installer and follow the on-screen instructions. For Mac users, drag the Studio One Artist application into the Applications folder on your Mac hard drive.
How do I authorize Studio One?
When Studio One is launched for the first time on your computer, you’ll need to enter your My PreSonus account information. Once entered, Studio One will scan your account for available Studio One Product Keys. Select your Product Key and click Activate. Your computer will need to be connected to the Internet for authorization and activation.
What do I need to do to start recording with AudioBox USB 96?
Launch Studio One Artist, select “Create a new Song” from the Start page, select “AudioBox USB” from the Templates list, give your Song a name, and follow the instructions provided in the user guide to make the necessary connections and set up the AudioBox USB 96.
18011 Grand Bay Ct. • Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70809 USA• 1-225-216-7887 www.presonus.com
Part# 70-12000048-B
References
- Studio One+
- PreSonus | Wherever sound takes you.
- PreSonus | Wherever sound takes you.
- Products | PreSonus
- Software | PreSonus Shop
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Read User Manual Online (PDF format) >>