Description

Arturia AudioFuse Studio is a USB C desktop audio interface with 18 In and 20 Out designed to be the hub of your studio setup: 4 DiscretePRO microphone preamps with up to 71dB gain, 24-bit/192kHz conversion for recording and monitoring with great transparency. In addition to analog and digital I/O (inserts, ADAT, S/PDIF/Word Clock, MIDI), it integrates a true monitor controller with dedicated controls, talkback, and a Bluetooth receiver (AAC/aptX), plus 2 AUX instrument-level outputs for reamping or CV signals.

AudioFuse Studio is designed for those who want a single desktop unit capable of managing microphone recordings, instruments, line, and digital sources, with immediate controls (no complicated menus) and flexible routing via the AudioFuse Control Center software. The goal is not to "add functions" but to reduce operational friction: recording, listening, comparing, reamping, and integrating external hardware simply and immediately.

Sound Quality and DiscretePRO Preamps

A strong point of the Arturia AudioFuse Studio is its 4 DiscretePRO preamplifiers: an analog chain designed to capture detail and microdynamics with extremely low intrinsic noise (EIN up to -129dB typical) and ample gain (71dB typical, with +10dB Boost mode). In practice: "hungry" dynamic and ribbon microphones become manageable without the need for external preamps. The recording remains clean even on delicate sources. The frequency response of the preamps (20Hz-20kHz ±0.09dB) and line inputs (20Hz-20kHz ±0.02dB typical) helps maintain a faithful and consistent timbre across takes, facilitating editing and mixing.

18-in/20-out Connectivity for Hybrid Studio

AudioFuse Studio is built for real-world setups: 8 analog inputs (4 Mic/Line/Instrument inputs + 4 additional Line inputs, with 5-6 switchable to Phono), 4 Line outputs, 2 pairs of balanced speaker outputs, and a comprehensive headphone section with two independent stereo outputs (both 6.35mm and 3.5mm). On the digital front, it offers 8 ADAT in/out channels (up to 96kHz) and S/PDIF I/O, with Word Clock in/out/thru option. The result is a hub that simultaneously manages recording, outboard, and monitoring without patching.

Analog Inserts and Outboard Integration

The 4 analog insert points on channels 1-4 allow you to insert hardware compressors, EQs, or saturations before conversion, maintaining the traditional studio workflow. This is a practical choice for those who want to record by processing the signal with external hardware, without sacrificing the precision of the converters and the convenience of a desktop interface.

Monitor Controller: Quick Listening, More Solid Decisions

The monitoring section is designed for critical listening: dedicated level control for speakers and headphones, immediate management of ultra-low latency direct monitoring via internal mixers, plus functions like integrated talkback (dedicated microphone) and quick listening buttons. In practice, the interface is not just "I/O": it reduces the steps between DAW, controller, and mixer, making it faster to compare takes, balance, and translate the mix.

Reamping and CV: Two Instrument-Level AUX Outputs

Two dedicated analog AUX outputs offer reamping capabilities (instrument-level output) and are DC-coupled, so they can also be used to send CV signals to modular synthesizers directly from the DAW. These are distinctive elements: the same unit that records guitars and microphones also becomes a practical bridge between "in the box" production and analog/modular hardware.

High-Quality Bluetooth and Integrated USB Hub

The stereo Bluetooth receiver supports AAC and aptX codecs: useful for quick references from smartphones, pre-listening, or collaboration, without having to reconfigure the physical or virtual routing. The three-port USB A hub (2 x 1A for fast charging) reduces the clutter of external hubs and keeps peripherals and controllers within reach at the same workstation.

AudioFuse Control Center and Standalone Use

Arturia AudioFuse Studio can also operate as a standalone device, and through the AudioFuse Control Center software, you can access advanced routing and extended parameters (mixer, levels, digital settings, synchronization). This allows you to set up working presets (tracking, mixing, reamp, podcast/streaming) and recall them as needed, reducing setup times.
Software included

AudioFuse Creative Suite is included, a bundle of selected software effects and instruments to complete the production chain (preamps, compression, filters, delay, reverb, and more), as well as Analog Lab Lite and the AudioFuse Software Center ecosystem. The goal is to provide a complete workstation from the start: interface, control, and "color" in the mix without immediately needing additional plugins.

Arturia AudioFuse Studio Technical Specifications

• Type: USB-C desktop audio interface (USB 2.0 protocol)
• 24-bit converters up to 192kHz
• Channels: 18 inputs, 20 outputs
• Analog inputs: 4 Mic/Line/Instrument with DiscretePRO preamps + 4 additional Line inputs (inputs 5-6 switchable to Phono)
• Analog inserts: 4 insert points on channels 1-4
• Analog outputs: 2 pairs of balanced TRS speaker outputs + 4 line outs + 2 AUX outputs with reamping capability (instrument-level output) and DC-coupled
• Headphone outputs: 2 independent stereo outputs, each on 6.35mm TRS and 3.5mm TRS
• Digital I/O: 8x ADAT in/out up to 96kHz; S/PDIF in/out or Word Clock in/out/thru (RCA)
• Bluetooth: stereo receiver with AAC and aptX supported codecs (in addition to mp3, SBC, LDAC)
• Talkback: dedicated integrated microphone; 120Hz-8kHz band (as per specification)
• MIDI: In/Out (with included adapters)
• USB hub: 3 USB A ports, 2 of which are 1A for fast charging
• Line/Aux in performance: 20kΩ balanced impedance; max input +24dBu; frequency response 20Hz-20kHz ±0.02dB typical; dynamic range 120dB (A-weighted); THD+N -108dB (A-weighted)
• Microphone preamp performance: 71dB typical gain (+10dB Boost), -20dB pad; frequency response 20Hz-20kHz ±0.09dB; EIN -129dB typical (unweighted); dynamic range 118dB (A-weighted); THD+N -107dB (A-weighted)
• Line/speaker output performance: max output +24dBu; dynamic range 121dB (A-weighted); frequency response 20Hz-20kHz ±0.07dB; THD+N -108dB (A-weighted)
• Clocks: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz (as per specification)
• Software included: AudioFuse Software Center; AudioFuse Creative Suite (also includes Analog Lab Lite)
• Included accessories: universal power supply with adapters, 2 USB cables (USB-C/USB-C and USB-C/USB-A), 2 MIDI adapters, Quick Start Guide, registration card with serial/unlock, DiscretePRO certificate.
• Dimensions and weight: 265x160x72mm; 1.6KG

To obtain the included software:

Create an account and register the instrument on the Arturia website (click here)

NB: Software applications are included free of charge for promotional purposes and may vary over time without prior notice. Algam EKO is solely responsible for the hardware instrument and cannot provide technical or commercial assistance for the free software provided or third-party software used with the product. For software support, consult the manual or online guide of the software you are using.

NB: The use of authorization codes, i.e., the download and activation of the free software provided, voids the right of withdrawal.