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5-year warranty & 30-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
10-year warranty & 180-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
The product price includes 5 years' warranty and 30 day money back guarantee.
However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers.
The highlights of this enhanced warranty service are:
Please note that this extended warranty is currently only available on products sold within the UK, EU or EEA, and is subject to the terms and conditions as detailed on the extended warranty certificate provided.
For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.
This enhanced warranty is in addition to the standard Gear4music and manufacturer warranty policies, and the Gear4music terms and conditions of trade. No statement or condition of sale contained within these terms affects or restricts your statutory rights as defined under the Consumer Contracts Regulation 2014.
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Key Features
The PreSonus SW5E is a professional-grade AVB switch built for demanding live sound, studio, and installation environments. Fully compliant with the AVB networking standard, it ensures stable, low-latency, high-resolution audio transport across multiple devices. With five locking Ethercon ports, including four PoE-enabled outputs, the SW5E provides both data and power to compatible devices such as the PreSonus EarMix 16M, simplifying cabling and setup.
Product Ref: 111890
The PreSonus SW5E is engineered to act as the reliable core of your AVB audio network. Unlike generic Ethernet switches, it is fully AVB-compliant, intelligently managing network traffic to ensure audio packets are prioritized. This means that even in complex or high-demand environments, your audio streams remain consistent, low-latency, and drop-free.
Designed specifically for audio, the SW5E prevents jitter and data bottlenecks that can occur in traditional network setups. This guarantees that your audio performance remains unaffected, even with multiple AVB-enabled devices connected simultaneously.
Equipped with five Ethercon-style locking Ethernet ports, the SW5E provides reliable and secure connections for up to five devices. Four of these ports offer Power over Ethernet (PoE), supplying both power and data through a single cable—ideal for devices like the PreSonus EarMix 16M. This eliminates the need for separate power supplies or wall adapters and streamlines your setup.
The fifth port serves as a Link connection for connecting additional AVB switches, enabling your network to scale as your system grows. This makes the SW5E a future-ready investment for studios and venues planning long-term infrastructure upgrades.
The SW5E is built to thrive in professional environments. Its robust metal housing ensures that it can withstand the rigors of life on the road, mobile recording setups, or fixed installations in venues. Unlike switches that rely on external power bricks, the SW5E features an integrated universal power supply with an IEC connector—avoiding disconnections during critical moments.
Locking XLR-style Ethernet connectors are used for all ports, providing extra security to prevent accidental unplugging. This feature alone makes it ideal for mission-critical live sound applications where reliability cannot be compromised.
Front panel LEDs provide instant status updates on network activity and PoE power delivery. Each port has a dedicated activity light to confirm signal transmission, while four PoE status lights show which ports are actively providing power. These indicators help troubleshoot network issues quickly and ensure your devices are connected and functioning as expected. For touring engineers, installers, and system integrators, this kind of quick visual confirmation speeds up setup and ensures everything is ready to go without the need for complex diagnostics.
The SW5E is a key component of the PreSonus StudioLive Series III ecosystem. It’s designed to plug and play with mixers, stage boxes, and personal monitor mixers across the Series III range, making setup simple and efficient. As your system grows, additional SW5E switches can be added using the Link port, providing a scalable and modular approach to AVB audio networking.
Its compatibility also extends to other AVB-enabled gear, offering a versatile and standards-based solution for any AVB audio setup across live, studio, corporate, or theatrical environments. With its compact size, rugged build, and essential AVB and PoE capabilities, the PreSonus SW5E is the perfect choice for anyone building a reliable audio network. From houses of worship to concert stages, from broadcast setups to home studios, it ensures seamless audio data transport, power delivery, and long-term stability.
