We say...
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.
It's as much a problem solver as it is an audio interface - the 16Rig can be used in standalone mode so that you can walk up to it, switch it on and not even think about turning your computer on in order to have a jam on your synths and instruments. All of the audio and MIDI capabilities are useable without the computer's little green light glowing at you.
You want to use a weird sound-mangling box your pal gave you for one night only? The 16Rig has a pair of dedicated outs and ins on the front panel that automatically sense when something is plugged into them and disable the relevant connections on the back of the unit (so stereo send and returns, basically).
You want to trigger a really cool soft synth on your iPad? No problem, there's a 3.5mm stereo minijack input on the front AND a USB host connector AND a USB MIDI connector too.
Double headphone outputs, master monitor volume control (with dedicated mute switch) and easy signal routing are all availble from the front panel and don't forget, this is all fully useable without a computer being switched on.
If you need something to bring all your instruments into one place, that's highly configurable but also an absolute doddle to use, and which doesn't get in the way when you get that rare moment of creativity arriving on your doorstep, the 16Rig is the one.
You can even stick another 16 inputs in via the ADAT optical connectors on the back so it's not going to limit you if you "accidently" buy another synth (or two).
Manufacturer's description
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.
Features
- 16 TRS analog inputs including 2 high-quality digitally-controlled preamps, 3.5mm stereo input
- 12 analog outputs including 8 DC-coupled TRS line outputs, stereo monitor outputs, 6.35mm outputs for reamping or dual-headphone configuration
- ADAT for up to 16 channels of additional I/O at 48kHz
- Wordclock in & out
- MIDI in & out via 5-pin DIN or class-compliant USB for DAW or standalone usage
- Low-latency USB-C connection plus front & back USB hub ports
- Two internal standalone mixers controllable by MIDI
- Color display
- Desktop or rackmount configuration
- Includes AudioFuse Control Center software for firmware & settings, including a full input & output matrix
- Includes AudioFuse Creative Suite software, including Analog Lab Intro and Arturia FX plugins:
-
- Pre 1973
- Pre V76
- Pre TridA
- Filter MINI
- Chorus JUN-6
- Comp FET-76
- Delay TAPE-201
- Rev PLATE-140
- Phaser BI-TRON
- Comp DIODE-609
Specifications
No matter what spec you look at, you'll find uncompromising quality at every point.
We present actual real-world performance measurements (in compliance with AES17 standards) rather than the misleading chi
How much is my shipping?
Shipping is automatically calculated before you submit your payment information. Simply add items to your cart and proceed to the checkout page, where you'll be offered shipping options and their prices. In the UK it's normally around £4 for order values under £150, and free above that. Shipping to mainland EU is typically between £7 and £20, depending on the shipping method and the size and weight of the order.
Do you ship to my country?
Almost certainly - the site will give you an estimate of shipping costs if you add an item to the cart and then enter your country and postcode. If you have specific requirements (such as if you prefer UPS over FedEx, for example) then let us know in advance and we'll try to work something out for you.
Shipping methods
We use a combination of Parcelforce, DPD, Royal Mail and UPS for the UK, and for international orders it's either Royal Mail, UPS, DHL or FedEx depending on where you are in the world. If you have a particular preference then try to let us know BEFORE you order so we can look into it for you. Please note that there may occasionally be additional shipping charges if you live in a remote area, depending on what surcharges are applied by the shipper. We'll get in touch to discuss this with you in such cases.
Dispatch times
For UK orders, we normally dispatch the same working day if we get the order before 15:00. If you have a really urgent situation then of course drop us an email before ordering and we'll always do our absolute best to accommodate you.
For international orders, we normally dispatch the same day if we get the order before 13:00 but again, occasionally it might be the next day before we can send it out, and sometimes FedEx or UPS may come a little earlier than scheduled which would also push an order into the next day.
Shipping times
Since April 2020 the couriers we use have suspended guarantees for shipping times, so even though we're paying them for priority services - 24-48 hours for most of the world - in practice it's often an extra day on top and sometimes it can be longer.
There is absolutely nothing we can do about this unfortunately. If you are outside the UK and it's a life-or-death situation where you absolutely MUST have that passive mult for the next day then... it may be better to find a local supplier.
Saturday shipping
If you're in the UK and you order before 15:30 on a Friday then we can send something for a Saturday delivery (NB: this applies to UK mainland addresses only). The success rate with DPD is about 95% so it's worth a punt most of the time. Please note that if you select Saturday shipping on an order placed earlier in the week, we'll wait until Friday to ship it.
Pre-orders
If a product is listed as a pre-order, it means we've ordered it from the supplier but it's not physically in stock yet. The product listing will include an estimated shipping date based on the best information we have from the supplier, but do bear in mind this is subject to change and is not a guaranteed date.
If you place an order containing a mixture of in-stock and pre-order items, we'll normally hold off on shipping anything until the pre-order item(s) have arrived, rather than splitting it into multiple shipments. If you need the in-stock items sooner, we'd recommend placing separate orders. As always, please get in touch if you have questions.
Product Overview
We say...
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.
It's as much a problem solver as it is an audio interface - the 16Rig can be used in standalone mode so that you can walk up to it, switch it on and not even think about turning your computer on in order to have a jam on your synths and instruments. All of the audio and MIDI capabilities are useable without the computer's little green light glowing at you.
You want to use a weird sound-mangling box your pal gave you for one night only? The 16Rig has a pair of dedicated outs and ins on the front panel that automatically sense when something is plugged into them and disable the relevant connections on the back of the unit (so stereo send and returns, basically).
You want to trigger a really cool soft synth on your iPad? No problem, there's a 3.5mm stereo minijack input on the front AND a USB host connector AND a USB MIDI connector too.
Double headphone outputs, master monitor volume control (with dedicated mute switch) and easy signal routing are all availble from the front panel and don't forget, this is all fully useable without a computer being switched on.
If you need something to bring all your instruments into one place, that's highly configurable but also an absolute doddle to use, and which doesn't get in the way when you get that rare moment of creativity arriving on your doorstep, the 16Rig is the one.
You can even stick another 16 inputs in via the ADAT optical connectors on the back so it's not going to limit you if you "accidently" buy another synth (or two).
Manufacturer's description
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.
Features
- 16 TRS analog inputs including 2 high-quality digitally-controlled preamps, 3.5mm stereo input
- 12 analog outputs including 8 DC-coupled TRS line outputs, stereo monitor outputs, 6.35mm outputs for reamping or dual-headphone configuration
- ADAT for up to 16 channels of additional I/O at 48kHz
- Wordclock in & out
- MIDI in & out via 5-pin DIN or class-compliant USB for DAW or standalone usage
- Low-latency USB-C connection plus front & back USB hub ports
- Two internal standalone mixers controllable by MIDI
- Color display
- Desktop or rackmount configuration
- Includes AudioFuse Control Center software for firmware & settings, including a full input & output matrix
- Includes AudioFuse Creative Suite software, including Analog Lab Intro and Arturia FX plugins:
-
- Pre 1973
- Pre V76
- Pre TridA
- Filter MINI
- Chorus JUN-6
- Comp FET-76
- Delay TAPE-201
- Rev PLATE-140
- Phaser BI-TRON
- Comp DIODE-609
Technical Specs
Shipping Details
How much is my shipping?
Shipping is automatically calculated before you submit your payment information. Simply add items to your cart and proceed to the checkout page, where you'll be offered shipping options and their prices. In the UK it's normally around £4 for order values under £150, and free above that. Shipping to mainland EU is typically between £7 and £20, depending on the shipping method and the size and weight of the order.
Do you ship to my country?
Almost certainly - the site will give you an estimate of shipping costs if you add an item to the cart and then enter your country and postcode. If you have specific requirements (such as if you prefer UPS over FedEx, for example) then let us know in advance and we'll try to work something out for you.
Shipping methods
We use a combination of Parcelforce, DPD, Royal Mail and UPS for the UK, and for international orders it's either Royal Mail, UPS, DHL or FedEx depending on where you are in the world. If you have a particular preference then try to let us know BEFORE you order so we can look into it for you. Please note that there may occasionally be additional shipping charges if you live in a remote area, depending on what surcharges are applied by the shipper. We'll get in touch to discuss this with you in such cases.
Dispatch times
For UK orders, we normally dispatch the same working day if we get the order before 15:00. If you have a really urgent situation then of course drop us an email before ordering and we'll always do our absolute best to accommodate you.
For international orders, we normally dispatch the same day if we get the order before 13:00 but again, occasionally it might be the next day before we can send it out, and sometimes FedEx or UPS may come a little earlier than scheduled which would also push an order into the next day.
Shipping times
Since April 2020 the couriers we use have suspended guarantees for shipping times, so even though we're paying them for priority services - 24-48 hours for most of the world - in practice it's often an extra day on top and sometimes it can be longer.
There is absolutely nothing we can do about this unfortunately. If you are outside the UK and it's a life-or-death situation where you absolutely MUST have that passive mult for the next day then... it may be better to find a local supplier.
Saturday shipping
If you're in the UK and you order before 15:30 on a Friday then we can send something for a Saturday delivery (NB: this applies to UK mainland addresses only). The success rate with DPD is about 95% so it's worth a punt most of the time. Please note that if you select Saturday shipping on an order placed earlier in the week, we'll wait until Friday to ship it.
Pre-orders
If a product is listed as a pre-order, it means we've ordered it from the supplier but it's not physically in stock yet. The product listing will include an estimated shipping date based on the best information we have from the supplier, but do bear in mind this is subject to change and is not a guaranteed date.
If you place an order containing a mixture of in-stock and pre-order items, we'll normally hold off on shipping anything until the pre-order item(s) have arrived, rather than splitting it into multiple shipments. If you need the in-stock items sooner, we'd recommend placing separate orders. As always, please get in touch if you have questions.
