The AudioFuse 16Rig offers a unique and extensive combination of features and is a highly flexible audio interface for electronic musicians and other users of multiple keyboards and sound modules.
It's set up to easily work with conventional MIDI gear, modular synthesizers requiring not only audio
output but voltage control capability.
The AudioFuse 16Rig offers :
- 16 balanced line-level analog input channels on TRS
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2 high-quality digitally-recallable mic preamps on XLR/TRS combo with
independent pad and 48V phantom power - Inputs 1 & 2 have a Hi-Z setting for connecting electric guitars and basses
- Inputs 3 & 4 optionally accessible via front-panel 3.5mm stereo jack
- Inputs 1 through 4 can be manually switched between front and rear panel jacks
- 8 balanced line-level analog output channels on TRS, all DC coupled
- Dedicated stereo Speaker outputs on balanced TRS connectors
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Stereo headphone output (6.35 and 3.5mm TRS), designed for headphones up to
600 Ohms -
Comprehensive monitoring section with individual level control for speakers and
phones -
A/B monitoring via a second speaker pair with front-panel level controls, using
any pair of line outputs -
Outputs 3 & 4 are mirrored on the front panel, and can be used for reamping,
extra headphone outputs, or as convenient line-level connections. - Low latency (DSP powered) Main Mixer with MIDI control
- Dual ADAT I/O ports for 16 channels of I/O at 48 kHz or 8 channels at 96 kHz
- MIDI In and dual Out/Thru ports on 5-pin DIN
- Front and rear panel USB-A hub connections
- Front panel USB-A MIDI Host connector for hosting external USB MIDI devices
- Word clock input and output on BNC for precise digital sync
- USB-C interface compatible with PC and macOS, fully USB 2.0 compatible
- Full color front panel display with easy parameter access and metering
- Robust metal chassis in a single-space rack form factor
- Rack ears can be rotated for rackmount or tabletop use
- AudioFuse Control Center software offers graphical user interface with advanced control features
- Full standalone operation (no computer needed)
- Creative FX Bundle Included
Note
Make sure to also refer to the following article providing details about all the new features implemented since FW 2.0: New Features
Line Inputs
| Specification | Measured Values |
|---|---|
| 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) |
Instrument Inputs
| Specification | Measured Values |
|---|---|
| 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
| Specification | Measured Values |
|---|---|
| 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) |
Speaker Outputs
| Specification | Measured Values |
|---|---|
| Output impedance | 240Ω balanced, 120Ω unbalanced |
| Maximum output level | +20dBu |
| Frequency response 20Hz to 20kHz | +/-0.02dB |
| Dynamic range | 126dB (A-weighted) |
| THD+N @ 1kHz | -114dB (A-weighted) |
Line Outputs (DC coupled)
| Specification | Measured Values |
|---|---|
| Output impedance | 240Ω balanced, 120Ω unbalanced |
| Maximum output level | +24dBu |
| Frequency response 20Hz to 20kHz | +/-0.04dB typical |
| Dynamic range | 120dB (A-weighted) |
| THD+N @ 1kHz | -106dB (A-weighted) |
| DC voltage amplitude | +/-8.7V (asymmetrical) |
Phones Outputs
| Specification | Measured Values |
|---|---|
| Output impedance | 5Ω |
| Maximum output level | +14.4dBu |
| Dynamic range | 109dB (A-weighted) |
| Power @ 33Ω @1%THD | 271mW @-78dB THD |
| THD+N @ 1kHz | -103dB (A-weighted) |
| Supported Frequency Rates | 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz |
Once you've set up your hardware, the next part of the process is to register it with Arturia.
Follow the instructions you'll find in the box with your unit to log onto the Arturia website, and register it. You will need a serial number and unlock code, which you will find under the unit.
You can also go directly to the AudioFuse 16Rig's Start page, and follow the instructions there.
After registering your AudioFuse 16Rig, you'll be able to download the different software effects from our creative suite and Analog Lab Intro.
Make sure to refer to the following dedicated article to mount your unit properly:
Make sure to refer to the following dedicated article to update the unit firmware:
Word clock is a clock signal used to synchronize devices together and can be used as an alternative to ADAT Sync depending on the devices, setup and needs.
In fact, Word Clock can be used to synchronize as many digital devices in your studio as devices can be easily chained together.
AudioFuse 16Rig provides BNC connectors to transmit or receive Word Clock data coming from an external clock source.
- In the example below, two AudioFuse X8 IN units have been connected from their ADAT 1 OUT ports (In 44.1 or 48Khz) to an AudioFuse 16Rig ADAT INs 1 & 2 with the help of ADAT (Toslink optical) cables to retrieve all their 8 channels.
- A BNC cable has to be connected from the AudioFuse 16Rig Word Clock Output to the First AudioFuse X8 IN Word clock Input and from there connected to the second Word Clock Input with the help of a “T” BNC connector to chain them together (Doing so will require a “T” along with two BNC cables).
Here’s an example of “T” connector used for such kind of purpose:
Of course, in such kind of setup, the main interface (here AudioFuse 16Rig) will have to be set to Internal clock source and the other interfaces (here AudioFuse X8 INs) set to External Word clock source with the help of the SYNC button located on the front panel:
Note
-Make sure to always and only use 75 Ohm BNC cables and "T" Connector.
-Also, on X8 side, please note that if no BNC cable is connected to the rear panel WORD CLOCK input, the SYNC button doesn't do anything – the unit defaults to Internal sync and can't be changed.
In case you would be facing any difficulties on macOS to see the desired Midi ports displayed or in case some signal sent on specific Midi ports would not be forwarded as expected, make sure to refer to the following steps:
-First, make sure to open macOS "Audio Midi Setup" menu and then to open "Midi Studio" section
Please find below some useful shortcuts:
| Shortcuts | Results |
|---|---|
| Long Press MAIN Knob | Reset clip indicators |
| INS / OUTS / MIXER / CUE + MAIN Knob | Quick navigation between subpages of INS / OUTS / MIXER / CUE |
| Monitor Button + MAIN Knob | Set Monitor Button Function |
| IN1 / IN2 + MONITOR Knob | Set Input 1 / 2 Preamp Gain |
| INS / OUTS + MONITOR Knob on a specific Input / Output view | Change the current input / output gain |
| MIXER / CUE + MONITOR Knob on Mixer / Cue view | Change the Mixer / Cue Master Volume |
| MIXER / CUE + MONITOR Knob on Mixer / Cue channel view | Change the current channel gain |
| Double-click Back button | Return to main menu |