PreSonus Central Station PLUS is a professional studio monitor controller featuring a completely passive signal path for accurate, uncolored playback. Equipped with five independent stereo inputs (2x TRS analog, RCA analog, coaxial S/PDIF and TOSLINK optical), it offers 24-bit/192 kHz digital-to-analog conversion with >117 dB dynamic range. Three pairs of monitor outputs with level trims, dual-channel talkback with built-in microphone and two independent headphone outputs with volume control make it the centerpiece of any recording studio.
The Central Station PLUS excels with precise 30-segment LED metering (dBu/dBfs), mono, dim (-30 dB) and mute functions plus CSR-1 remote control via DB15, enabling volume and talkback control from the engineer's position. Passive design with no op-amps in the main audio path preserves original mix dynamics and detail. Essential tool for critical listening across multiple monitor systems and signal sources.
KEY FEATURES
- Completely passive signal path, zero coloration
- 5 independent stereo inputs (analog + digital S/PDIF)
- 24-bit/192 kHz DAC (>117 dB dynamic range)
- 3 pairs of monitor outputs with level trims
- Dual-channel talkback with XLR mic and onboard electret
- 2 independent ¼" headphone outputs with level control
- 30-segment LED meter with peak hold
- Mono, dim (-30 dB), mute and phase reverse functions
- CSR-1 remote control included (DB15 connection)
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Analog TRS Inputs: 2 pairs (¼" TRS passive-balanced)
- Analog AUX Input: 1 pair RCA unbalanced
- Digital Inputs: S/PDIF coax + TOSLINK optical
- D/A Conversion: 24-bit/192 kHz (>117 dB dynamic range)
- Monitor Outputs: 3 pairs ¼" TRS (passive-balanced)
- Cue Output: ¼" TRS active-impedance balanced
- Headphone Outputs: 2x ¼" TRS stereo (150 mW/ch @ 60Ω)
- Talkback Mic: XLR balanced + built-in electret
- Mic Preamp: 15-55 dB gain
- Frequency Response: 10 Hz – 50 kHz (-0.5 dB)
- THD+N: <0.0005% (analog), 0.0025% (digital)
- S/N Ratio: >140 dB (analog line inputs)
- Remote Control: CSR-1 via DB15
- Power Supply: External 16VAC transformer
- Dimensions: 482 x 44 x 216 mm (rack 1U)
- Weight: 2.7 kg
