Focusrite Scarlett 16i16 4th Gen

Description

Focusrite Scarlett 16i16 4th Gen

Focusrite Scarlett 16i16 4th generation is a USB audio interface featuring the same converters as the RedNet series, Focusrite's top-tier interfaces. It boasts 16 inputs and 16 outputs, including 2 microphone preamplifiers switchable to line or Hi-Z inputs, 4 line jacks, ADAT, SPDIF, and MIDI connections.

The four 4th-generation microphone preamplifiers offer an excellent gain of 69dB, perfect for capturing the most dynamic performances. Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes manage levels so you can focus on your performance. The Scarlett 16i16 is also the perfect hub for integrating your DAW with hardware, thanks to sufficient analog and digital I/O for connecting various external instruments, processors, and effects, as well as the ability to easily manage routing via the Focusrite Control 2 software.

Key Features of the Focusrite Scarlett 16i16 4th Gen

- 16 inputs and 16 outputs: Including two microphone preamplifiers, line inputs, instrument inputs, and MIDI I/O.

- Equipped for demanding recording studios: ADAT and SPDIF I/O.

- 4th-generation preamplifiers with 69dB gain: even more gain and remotely controllable.

- Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes: the 16i16 can automatically manage levels, so you can focus on your performance.

- Redesigned Air mode with Presence and Harmonic Drive: Onboard analog circuitry and DSP that emulate the sound of studio consoles and classic ISA.

- Low-latency monitoring: Direct routing and six internal mixers to send audio where it's needed with ultra-low latency.

- 24-bit, 192 kHz conversion with 122dB dynamic range: The same AD/DA converters as Focusrite's RedNet range.

- Focusrite Control 2 software and mobile app: set mixes and manage levels instantly on your computer or remotely via a mobile device.

- Two powerful custom-designed headphone amplifiers: independent monitoring with high-quality playback on any headphones.

- A/B switching for monitoring on two speaker systems

- Dynamic metering for inputs and outputs: Immediate visual indication of input and output levels on the front panel.

- Production software included: Pro Tools Artist, Ableton Live Lite, and a suite of instruments, processors, and effects.

- Easy Start tool: Download, install, and record.

Record any source

With a total of eight analog inputs, including two switchable Hi-Z instrument inputs, the Focusrite Scarlett 16i16 4th Gen offers ample connectivity for your music production and recording setup. The powerful outputs ensure accurate, distortion-free playback. Two new headphone amplifiers have been specially designed to support even high-impedance headphones.

Studio-grade audio quality

The completely redesigned audio circuitry now includes the same professional 24-bit/192kHz converters as Focusrite's RedNet range, the choice of top-tier recording and broadcast studios. It offers an impressive 122dB dynamic range to capture everything from a whisper to a jet engine.

Air: the sound of big consoles

The redesigned Air mode brings the unique character of the sound to the forefront of the mix, adding presence and musical saturation particularly noticeable on vocals and acoustic instruments. The sound of an analog studio console in your home.

Auto Gain: work faster

Designed to assist musicians, singers, and sound engineers of all levels, Auto Gain sets optimal recording levels for any input in a matter of seconds: you'll be ready to record in no time. It's particularly useful in complex recording sessions with multiple sources and/or microphones.

Clip Safe: never lose a recording again

While recording, Clip Safe analyzes the input level up to 96,000 times per second and automatically adjusts the gain to prevent distortion, without the typical artifacts often introduced by limiters. With Clip Safe, say goodbye to lost recordings; you'll have optimal sound, especially in environments and with acoustic instruments capable of generating high sound pressures; not only in the studio, you'll also find it very useful for outdoor recordings and live performances.

Easy control with desktop and mobile apps

Use Focusrite Control 2 software to manage routing and levels, monitor mixes, and other Scarlett 16i16 functions. The desktop software, along with iOS and Android apps, allows engineers and performers to adjust mixes and microphone gains remotely, particularly useful in recording rooms.

Control your mixes from the desktop and mobile app

Focusrite Control 2 software manages the setup of routing, levels, monitoring mix, and all other functions of the 16i16. It's quick and easy to use; in addition to the desktop application, the Focusrite Control 2 apps for iOS and Android allow engineers, musicians, and artists to adjust their monitoring mixes and preamplifier gains remotely, in the recording room, away from the computer.

Rich software package for music production

The 4th generation Scarlett 16i16 comes with Ableton Live Lite, a three-month subscription to Pro Tools Artist, three months of Splice Sounds, and a host of software instruments, processors, and effects developed by the biggest names in the industry. Essential tools for your recording studio, appreciated and used daily by professionals for production, recording, mixing, and mastering:

- Antares® Auto-Tune® Access

- Softube® Marshall® Silver Jubilee 2555

- Native Instruments® MASSIVE

- Sonnox VoxDoubler

- Landr Studio, with five free masters

- Brainworx® bx_console Focusrite SC

- Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite

- XLN Audio® Addictive Keys

- XLN Audio® Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock

- Relab’s LX480 Essentials

- FAST Balancer

Focusrite's Easy Start web tool initiates the installation and guides you through using the included software.

Three-year Focusrite warranty on your Scarlett 16i16 4th generation

Enjoy a three-year warranty. Wherever you are in the world, you can count on a three-year warranty if a Focusrite hardware needs repair or replacement due to a manufacturing defect.

Product Hardware Specifications

- Number of microphone preamplifiers: 2

- Phantom power: Yes (Independent)

- Instrument inputs: 2

- Line inputs: 8

- Air mode: Yes

- Auto Gain: Yes

- Clip Safe: Yes

- Line outputs: 4

- Headphone outputs: 2

- ADAT inputs: 1

- ADAT outputs: 1

- SPDIF input: 1

- SPDIF output: 1

- MIDI input: 1

- MIDI output: 1

- Loopback: Yes

- Connectivity: USB Type-C

- Protocol: USB 2.0

- Form factor: Desktop

- Simultaneous I/O: 18 x 18 (including Loopback)

- A/D resolution: 24-bit/192 kHz

- Bus powered: Yes 3A

Software Compatibility

Scarlett 16i16 is class compliant, so it will work with Mac, Windows PC, Chromebook, iPad with USB-C, and iPhone.

Power Requirements

- USB-3.0 bus power: 5V @3A 15W

- External power supply: 5V @ 3A (included)

Specifications

- 16 inputs and 16 outputs: Including two microphone preamplifiers, line inputs, instrument inputs, and MIDI I/O.

- Equipped for demanding recording studios: ADAT and SPDIF I/O.

- 4th-generation preamplifiers with 69dB gain: even more gain and remotely controllable.

- Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes: the 16i16 can automatically manage levels, so you can focus on your performance.

- Redesigned Air mode with Presence and Harmonic Drive: Onboard analog circuitry and DSP that emulate the sound of studio consoles and classic ISA.

- Low-latency monitoring: Direct routing and six internal mixers to send audio where it's needed with ultra-low latency.

- 24-bit, 192 kHz conversion with 122dB dynamic range: The same AD/DA converters as Focusrite's RedNet range.

- Focusrite Control 2 software and mobile app: set mixes and manage levels instantly on your computer or remotely via a mobile device.

- Two powerful custom-designed headphone amplifiers: independent monitoring with high-quality playback on any headphones.

- A/B switching for monitoring on two speaker systems

- Dynamic metering for inputs and outputs: Immediate visual indication of input and output levels on the front panel.

- Production software included: Pro Tools Artist, Ableton Live Lite, and a suite of instruments, processors, and effects.

- Easy Start tool: Download, install, and record.