PreSonus: Innovation for Modern Musicians (1995-Present)
PreSonus, a Louisiana-born innovator in the music equipment industry, boasts a rich history dating back to 1995. Founded by Jim Odom and Brian Smith, both Louisiana State University electrical engineering graduates and passionate musicians, the company emerged from a desire to solve technical challenges faced when engineering CDs.

Their first product, the DCP-8, showcased their innovative spirit. This multi-channel digital processor offered unique features like MIDI control over analog audio, a concept that secured them a patent.

Throughout the early 2000s, PreSonus entered a “feverish pace” of innovation. They released first-to-market products like the FireWire audio interface, Inspire 1394, which was the first to be completely software-controlled. This focus on user-friendly interfaces and software integration became a hallmark of the PreSonus brand.

PreSonus’s portfolio expanded to include digital mixers (StudioLive series), their DAW (Studio One), and live recording software (Capture). They actively collaborate with developers, co-creating features like the Audio Random Access (ARA) plug-in extension with Celemony, which facilitates seamless integration between audio plugins and DAW software.

Today, PreSonus remains a leader in the audio equipment industry. They offer a diverse range of recording and live-sound hardware and software solutions, all designed with the “real working creative” in mind. Their commitment to innovation and user-friendly design continues to empower musicians and content creators.