AudioFuse 16Rig is a high-density audio interface dedicated to hardware synth lovers, electronic musicians, and studio enthusiasts who use lots of hardware devices in their setup.
Introducing an interface that lets you leave everything connected, route anything to anything, and be more creative with your projects.
A workhorse hub of connections and smart features designed to get the job done, no matter the complexity. A powerful, reliable production tool that can be molded to suit your audio setup, your workflow, and your sound.
Ultimate studio centerpiece
Studio full of synths? Full band recordings? Complex monitoring & routing needs AudioFuse 16Rig gives you the next-level connectivity, versatility, and usability you need for your pro audio applications. Make your sound count.
16 is just the beginning
Treat your setup to an interface that gives you all the connections you need. An entire setup can be kept connected to the rear I/O, leaving the front panel connections available for additional mics, instruments, or devices, while the inputs & outputs can be expanded with ADAT and rerouted as needed.
Pristine sound quality
Give your recordings the shine and clarity they deserve with premium 24-bit AD/DA converters from ESS and Cirrus Logic. Whether it’s synths, guitars, vocals, or any combination of inputs, expect top-notch sound across the board.
A standalone audio tool
For DAWless jamming or live performances, AudioFuse 16Rig just works. The interface can pass audio and MIDI signals even without a computer connected, with a low-latency MIDI controllable internal mixer. You can even save configuration presets for easy stitching between setups.
Comprehensive audio routing and special features
Configure AudioFuse 16Rig’s connections to suit nearly any need, including multiple sends/returns for creative recording and mixing, A/B speaker switching for confident mixing, guitar reamping, multiple headphone outputs for ensemble recording, and more.
Choose your workflow
Make AudioFuse 16Rig work for you; control its settings through the front panel controls or via the included AudioFuse Control Center software, configure the interface for desktop or rackmount operation, integrate it with practically any studio environment, and instantly switch between different audio scenarios with ease.
AudioFuse 16Rig Key Features:
- 16 x TRS analog inputs
- Includes 2 x high-quality digitally-controlled preamps
- Inputs 3 & 4 also available as 3.5mm stereo input
- 12 x analog outputs
- Includes 8 x DC-coupled TRS line outputs
- Stereo monitor outputs
- 6.35mm front-panel outputs for reamping, dual-headphones
- 2 x ADAT in, 2 x ADAT out
- Up to 16 channels of I/O at 48kHz, 8 channels at 88.2/96kHz
- Wordclock in & out
- 1 x MIDI in, 2 x MIDI out/thru
- 5-pin DIN connectors
- Route MIDI standalone
- Low-latency USB-C connection
- Class-compliant MIDI
- 3 x USB hub connections
- Two internal standalone mixers
- No computer connection needed
- Cue mixer for sub-mixing and added flexibility
- Main mixer controllable by MIDI
- Color display with rotary control & menu buttons
- Desktop or 1U rackmount configuration
- Includes AudioFuse Control Center
- Includes AudioFuse Creative Suite
- Analog Lab Intro
- Comp DIODE-609* NEW
- Pre 1973
- Pre V76
- Pre TridA
- Filter MINI
- Chorus JUN-6
- Comp FET-76
- Delay TAPE-201
- Rev PLATE-140
- Phaser BI-TRON
Make MIDI play an even bigger role in your setup.
From familiar synchronization to applications you might not expect. AudioFuse 16Rig pushes MIDI to its limits in the name of enhancing your audio experience.
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MIDI 5-pin DIN
Send and receive MIDI information in connection with your DAW, your hardware synths, and more, and utilize two MIDI Thru connections to split incoming signals. - Standalone operation
Enjoy seamless MIDI communication with all of your compatible devices without needing a computer connection thanks to AudioFuse 16Rig’s standalone operation. -
USB class-compliant
When 5-pin DIN isn’t available, hook up your MIDI devices via AudioFuse 16Rig’s dedicated USB MIDI port to continue sending & receiving information. -
MIDI CC mixer controls
MIDI CC assignments for AudioFuse 16Rig’s main internal mixer controls let you adjust, sequence, and even modulate elements of your mix with your DAW or MIDI hardware.
Box content:
- AudioFuse 16Rig unit
- Power supply
- 2x USB cable
Line Inputs
- Input impedance: 20kΩ (symmetric), 10kΩ (asymmetric)
- Maximum input level Rear: +24dBu, Front +22dBu
- Pad mode Rear: -12dB, Front: -10dB
- Frequency response 20Hz to 20kHz +/-0.06dB typical
- Dynamic range 118dB (A-weighted)
- THD+N @ 1kHz -113dB (A-weighted)
Line Outputs (DC coupled)
- Output impedance: 240Ω balanced, 120Ω unbalanced
- Maximum output level +24dBu
- Frequency response 20-20kHz +/-0.04dB
- Dynamic range 120dB (A-weighted)
- THD+N @ 1kHz -106dB (A-weighted)
- DC voltage amplitude +/-8.7V (asymmetrical)
Speakers Outputs
- Output impedance: 240Ω balanced, 120Ω unbalanced
- Maximum output level +20dBu
- Frequency response 20-20kHz +/-0.02dB
- Dynamic range 126dB (A-weighted)
- THD+N @ 1kHz -114dB (A-weighted)
Instrument Input
- Input impedance: 1.1MΩ asymmetric
- Maximum input level: +20dBu
- Gain range: 55dB
- Pad mode: -10dB
- Frequency response 20Hz to 20kHz: +/-0.1dB typical
- Dynamic range 114dB (A-weighted)
- THD+N @ 1kHz -105dB (A-weighted)
Microphone Preamps
- Input impedance: 2,7kΩ
- Maximum input level: +22dBu
- Gain range: 55dB
- Pad mode: -20dB
- Equivalent Input Noise (EIN): -129.5dBu (A-weighted)
- Frequency response 20Hz to 20kHz: +/-0.08dB
- Dynamic range: 117dB (A-weighted)
- THD+N @ 1kHz -110dB (A-weighted)
Phones
- Output impedance: 5Ω
- Maximum output level: +14.4dBu
- Dynamic range: 109dB (A-weighted)
- Power @ 33ohm @1%THD 271mW @-78dB THD
- THD+N @ 1kHz -103dB (A-Weighted)
