PreSonus Central Station Plus – professional studio monitor controller with CSR-1 remote, passive signal path, multiple inputs/outputs, and high-resolution metering. It provides transparent audio routing, flexible monitoring, and digital-to-analog conversion up to 24-bit/192 kHz. On board, there is a talkback system, headphone amps, and extensive performance functions.
PreSonus Central Station Plus is an environment for sound creation designed for studio monitoring and control. It features three stereo analog inputs and two S/PDIF digital inputs, with selectable speaker outputs and cue mixes. Flexible routing with dim, mono, mute, and talkback enables a wide range of monitoring options – including classics from the PreSonus ecosystem.
Control is deeply integrated: CSR-1 remote for volume, input/speaker selection, talkback, and functions; support for multiple sources. Monitoring includes dual 30-segment LED meters – for accurate level display. The controller offers passive cooling, rack-mount design, and advanced audio options.
KEY FEATURES
- Passive signal path for transparent audio
- Three stereo analog inputs (two TRS balanced, one RCA unbalanced)
- Two stereo S/PDIF digital inputs (coax and optical) with 24-bit/192 kHz DAC (>115 dB dynamic range)
- Three stereo speaker outputs with trim pots and select switches
- Cue section with variable-level headphone outputs and speaker source selection
- Main section with variable-level headphone output, talkback mic, dim, mono, mute
- Dual 30-segment, fast-acting, peak-hold LED metering
- CSR-1 remote control included for full functionality
- Built-in talkback microphone and external mic input
- Passive cooling (no fan) for silent operation
- Rack-mountable 1U chassis
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Audio Inputs - TRS1/2: 1/4" TRS passive-balanced, impedance 2-5 kΩ, S/N >90 dB, THD+N <0.0025%, frequency 10 Hz-50 kHz
- Audio Inputs - AUX: RCA active-unbalanced, impedance 8 kΩ, S/N >115 dB, THD+N <0.0025%, frequency 10 Hz-50 kHz
- Audio Inputs - S/PDIF: RCA coax and Toslink optical, 24-bit/up to 192 kHz, dynamic range 117 dB, THD+N 0.0025%
- Audio Outputs - Speakers: 1/4" TRS passive-balanced (stereo), 1/4" TRS active-impedance balanced (mono), trim -90 dB to 0 dB
- Audio Outputs - Main: 1/4" TRS active-balanced, impedance 51 Ω, THD+N <0.003%, frequency 10 Hz-50 kHz
- Audio Outputs - Cue: 1/4" TRS active-impedance balanced, impedance 51 Ω, THD+N <0.003%, frequency 10 Hz-50 kHz
- Headphones: Max 150 mW/channel @60 Ω, frequency 10 Hz-50 kHz, dynamic range >110 dB, THD+N 0.015%
- Metering: Dual 30-segment LED, range -48 dB to +18 dB, accuracy >0.25 dB, frequency 10 Hz-22 kHz
- Talkback - Mic Input: XLR female balanced, impedance 2400 Ω, gain 15-55 dB
- Talkback - Internal Mic: Electret condenser, sensitivity -42 dB
- Power Supply: External linear, 18 VAC 1000 mA, 18 Watts
- Dimensions - Main: 19" W x 1.75" H x 6.25" D (1U rack)
- Weight - Main: 5 lbs.
- Dimensions - Remote: 5.25" W x 5.75" H x 2.38" D
- Weight - Remote: 1.25 lbs.
- Included: CSR-1 remote, 12 ft DB15 cable
