Loaded with award-winning processors and vintage-modeled compressors and EQs, PreSonus Fat Channel XT is a complete channel strip plug-in that's ideal for musicians, songwriters, mixers, and producers. Since it is compatible with Studio One Prime 4.6 or later as well as other Mac-/Windows-based DAWs that support AAX, Audio Units, or VST3 plug-in formats, it can be used for a broad range of music production setups.

Fat Channel XT packs five processors—EQ, compressor, limiter, gate/expander, and high-pass filter—into a rack-style interface to provide fast access to a host of useful audio-enhancing functions. With three compressor models and three EQ models available for selection, Fat Channel XT can deliver the sounds of StudioLive, tube, and vintage hardware, and more. In addition to switchable EQ and compressor positioning, the plug-in offers on/off switches per processor to allow easy bypassing and comparative listening.

State Space Modeling Technology    5 Processors in One Plug-In    HP Filter, Gate, Compressor, EQ, Limiter    3 Compressor Models    3 EQ Models    On/Off Function per Processor    Switchable EQ and Compressor Position    For Studio One Prime 4.6 or Later    AAX, Audio Units & VST3 Plug-In Formats    Compatible with macOS and Windows

Originally designed for integrated compatibility between Studio One and StudioLive mixers, Fat Channel XT brings award-winning StudioLive processors and State Space models of vintage EQs and compressors to your DAW of choice. Fat Channel XT was designed to be the ultimate channel strip for any input or bus with a variable high-pass filter, gate/expander, compressor, EQ, and limiter in one singular plug-in.

In addition to the classic StudioLive compressor and EQ modules, you get two State Space Modeled compressors and EQs recreated from coveted vintage studio gear. Need more virtual analog goodness? Fat Channel XT can be expanded with any or all of the eight compressor and seven EQ models in the Fat Channel Plug-In Collection.

PreSonus developers stand at the forefront of State Space Modeling technology, and they put their expertise to good use when designing the latest-generation Fat Channel XT by adding hybrid State Space models of vintage compressors and EQs. After installation, you'll find three compressor models complete with Key Listen functions, plus three EQ models inside Fat Channel XT. The compressor and EQ order can be reversed, allowing for precision sculpting of your sound. Each processor can be disabled or enabled individually; and if you need more virtual vintage goodies, PreSonus offers eight additional compressor models and seven additional EQ models as add-ons.

The vintage compressors and EQs in Fat Channel XT are meticulously recreated from the original analog circuits using State Space Modeling technology. This same technology also powers the Ampire amp models, Channel Strip Collection plug-ins, and the Studio One Console Shaper, ensuring that the nuanced, variable sonic character of analog survives its transition to the digital realm.

• Compatible with VST3, Audio Units, and AAX compatible host applications
• Compatible with Studio One Prime 4.6 or later (included in Artist and Professional)
• Use award-winning StudioLive processors and State Space models of vintage EQs and compressors in your DAW of choice
• Five processors (high-pass filter, noise gate/expander, compressor, EQ, and limiter) in one plug-in
• Three compressor models—StudioLive Standard, plus State Space modeled Tube and FET modules
• Three EQ models—StudioLive Standard, plus Passive and Vintage modules
• Additional State Space modeled compressor and EQ modules are available with optional Fat Channel add-ons
• Each processor can be individually enabled/disabled
• EQ and Compressor position can be switched
• Easy installation, authorization, and updates from PreSonus Hub plug-in manager application

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is the typical lifespan of this mixer assuming near constant up time?

A: There is no way to really answer this question. Like anything else if the unit is kept in good condition and given proper maintenance it should last a long time. If the enviornment is dirty, does a lot of traveling from gig to gig and it get's banged around alot it wil not last as long.

Q: 2. The specifications only show 22 Analog Inputs, but also says it has 32 input channels. How is that? New to audio boads, thanks.

A: The PreSonus StudioLive 32SC Series III S allows for 32 physical inputs when using the PreSonus NSB 32.16 AVB-Networked 32x16 Stage Box.

Q: 3. Can the 8 mic only inputs somehow be used also for line input from synthesizers? What adapter or settings are needed? There is not enough line inputs.

A: To use the mic inputs for line level input, you would need line-to-mic attenuators for each input. As another option, you could use a separate auxiliary line mixer to accommodate your synthesizers. You would connect your synths to the inputs on the aux line mixer and then connect the main output from the aux mixer to a line input on the 32SC.

Q: 4. Am I understanding this correctly--the PreSonus Studio Channel has a compressor, but does NOT have a Noise Gate? Meaning that noise gets increased in volume as well? Thanks.

A: Correct, there is no noise gate or expander in the Studio Channel. Compressors don't increase level (or noise), they only decrease or limit dynamic range. If you don't have your input gain set correctly, that will decrease your signal-to-noise ratio. If you apply compression to a noisy signal, that noise will seem louder because you've brought the input signal peak and noise floor closer together by compressing the dynamic range of that original signal. Hope that helps!

Q: 5. is the StudioLive 16R Series III rack mixer compatible with StudioLive 16.4.2AI?

A: No, it is compatible with series III mixers.

Q: 6. Does it work for presonus studiolive 32cs series iii?

A: This case will not work, because it is too small for a 32-channel mixer. I would recommend the Gator Cases G-Tour Series ATA Wood Flight Case for Presonus StudioLive 32III Mixer, B&H # GATRPRSL323N.

Q: 7. Does this model have auto mic and gain mix to use in conferences?

A: No, the PreSonus StudioLive 32SC Series III S Digital Mixer/Recorder/Interface does not have built-in automatic mic mixing. It does have a ducker which prioritizes a microphone over another audio source when the mic receives audio input, but it will not automatically set the gain for multiple microphones.

Q: 8. Will the mix settings remain after the controlling device, such as a PC, is removed or powered down? I'd like to set fixed levels for keyboards, then run this stand-alone, if possible.

A: Yes, the mix settings will remain if the control software is powered down.

Q: 9. Can this StudioLive 32R be used as a Digital Snake Stage box with the Studiolive series III mixer, just like the X32 and the SD16 stage box?

A: The PreSonus StudioLive 32R can be connected via Cat5e/6e to a series III mixer for use as a stagebox.

Q: 10. Can the Studiolive R32 stream audio to Windows 10 via Ethernet?

A: No. You will want to connect via USB to send audio from the 32R to your computer.