Focusrite Scarlett 16i16 4th Gen USB-C Audio Interface

Scarlett 16i16 is the 4th generation of industry-leading USB audio interfaces for artists and producers; including RedNet converters, two Focusrite mic preamps, and an array of innovative workflow tools. 

Scarlett 16i16 is the ideal interface for artists to record and create. It has pro-grade converters taken directly from Focusrite’s RedNet range and two 4th Gen mic preamps with an impressive 69dB of gain, capable of capturing the most dynamic performances. Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes take care of levels so you can focus on the take. Scarlett 16i16 is the perfect hub to integrate your DAW and hardware with enough analogue and digital I/O to connect external instruments, processors, and effects, and manage complex routing with incredible ease via Focusrite Control 2 software. 

16 inputs and 16 outputs; including two mic preamps, line, instrument, and MIDI I/O:  

Fully equipped for demanding project studios with ADAT and SPDIF I/O  

 

4th Gen pre-amps with 69dB of gain 

The legendary preamps now have even more gain and are remote controllable  

 

Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes   

16i16 can automatically manage levels so engineers can focus on capturing the performance   

 

Re-engineered Air mode with Presence and Harmonic Drive   

Analogue circuitry and onboard DSP emulate the sound of studio consoles and the classic ISA  

 

Low latency monitoring  

Direct routing and six internal mixers to send audio wherever you need to in super-low latency 

 

24-bit, 192 kHz conversion with 122dB of dynamic range  

The same AD/DA converters as Focusrite’s flagship RedNet range  

 

Focusrite Control 2 software and mobile app  

Instantly set up mixes and manage levels on your computer, or remotely from a mobile device  

 

Two powerful custom-designed headphone amps  

Engineer and artist can independently monitor with high-quality playback on any headphones  

 

A/B speaker switching 

Essential for serious project studios with multiple monitor rigs and control rooms

 

Dynamic metering for input and outputs   

Get instant visual indication of your input and output levels from the hardware   

 

Included production software  

Comes with Pro Tools Artist, Ableton Live Lite and a suite of instruments, processors, and effects  

 

Easy Start tool  

Get up and running immediately with Focusrite’s driver installation and getting started tool

 

Product Hardware Specifications 

• Number of Microphone Preamps: 2 

• Phantom Power: Yes (Independent)

• Instrument Inputs: 2 

• Line Inputs: 6

• 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