Motu 16A 32 x 34 Thunderbolt/USB/AVB Audio Interface

32 x 34 Thunderbolt & USB Audio Interface with Mixing, Effects & Networking

The MOTU 16A is a high-performance audio interface 

It offers 16 balanced analog inputs and outputs, complemented by two banks of 8-channel ADAT optical ports, totaling 32 channels of I/O. It connects to computers via Thunderbolt or high-speed USB 2.0, ensuring compatibility with various systems.

Equipped with a 48-input digital mixer and onboard DSP, the 16A provides latency-free mixing with effects such as reverb, EQ, gate, and compression. Its AVB Ethernet capability allows for easy expansion by linking multiple MOTU interfaces, facilitating a scalable audio network.

Features

• 123 dB dynamic range, -110 dB THD+N at -1 dBFS, 1 kHz.
• 16 balanced/unbalanced TRS analog I/O + 2 x 8-channel ADAT optical ports (32 I/O).
• Thunderbolt or USB 2.0 connection; class-compliant and compatible with any audio software.
• On-board DSP & Mixing: 48-input digital mixer, 12 stereo busses, DSP effects (reverb, EQ, gate, compression).
• 32-bit Floating Point Processing.
• Modeled Vintage Effects: LA-2A compression, British analog EQ, classic reverb.
• Connect multiple MOTU interfaces via AVB Ethernet; ultra-low latency and matrix routing.
• 256 Channels of Network Audio I/O: 128 channels in/out through Thunderbolt to a host computer.
• Web App Control: Manage DSP, mixing, and routing via web app on laptop/tablet/phone.
• Stand-alone Mixing: Wireless control for live sound mixing using Wi-Fi.
• ADAT Digital I/O: 16 channels at 44.1/48 kHz or 8 channels at 88.2/96 kHz.
• Comprehensive Metering: Backlit LCD for detailed signal activity.
• Includes AudioDesk Software.

Technical Specifications

• Analog I/O:
• 16 balanced/unbalanced TRS analog inputs and outputs
• Dynamic Range: 123 dB
• THD+N (Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise): -110 dB at -1 dBFS (1 kHz, unweighted)
• Digital I/O:
• 2 x 8-channel ADAT optical I/O (supports 44.1/48 kHz at 16 channels, 88.2/96 kHz at 8 channels)
• 256 channels of network audio I/O via AVB Ethernet
• DSP & Mixing:
• 48-input digital mixer with 12 stereo busses
• DSP effects: Reverb, 4-band EQ, gate, compression
• 32-bit floating point processing for mixing and effects
• Connectivity:
• Thunderbolt 2 or USB 2.0 (compatible with USB 3.0)
• AVB Ethernet for system expansion and network audio routing
• Control:
• Web app control via laptop, tablet, or smartphone (Wi-Fi or wired)
• Stand-alone mixing via Wi-Fi (no computer needed)
• Display:
• 324 x 24 backlit LCD for comprehensive metering
• Software:
• Includes AudioDesk workstation software (24-bit recording, 32-bit mixing/mastering)
• Physical:
• Dimensions: 19" rackmount (1U)
• Weight: 3.1 lbs (1.4 kg)
• Power:
• 100-240V power supply (auto-switching)

Whats In The Box

• MOTU 16A Audio Interface (rackmountable)
• Power Supply (100-240V, auto-switching)
• Thunderbolt Cable (for Thunderbolt connection)
• USB 2.0 Cable (for USB connection)
• Quick Start Guide
• Installation Software (includes MOTU drivers and AudioDesk workstation software)