Focusrite Scarlett 16I16 (4Th Gen) 16 In/16 Out Usb C Audio Interface With Dual Mic Preamps, Adat/S/Pdif/Midi I/O, Air Mode & Loopback, Red | Scarlett 16I16 4Th Gen

The Focusrite Scarlett 16i16 4th Gen audio interface offers professional recording performance with high precision, smart control over input levels, and flexible expansion for inputs and outputs, making it an ideal choice for home studios, podcasts, and live streaming.

Features of the Scarlett 16i16 4Th Gen Audio Interface

• Metal design in red with a clear front interface, two input level knobs (1 and 2) with LED rings, and a large output level knob for quick monitoring adjustments.
• 4th generation microphone preamps with remote control, gain up to 69 dB, extremely low noise, with an Air mode to enhance presence and add harmonic richness to the sound.
• RedNet quality audio conversion at 24-bit and 192 kHz with a professional dynamic range to capture details accurately in recording and mixing.
• Auto Gain and Clip Safe features to automatically adjust input levels and prevent distortion during real-time recording.
• Dedicated Loopback function for recording program audio directly with a microphone or instruments, suitable for podcasts, meetings, and streaming, making the device a practical professional audio interface for daily use.

Specifications of the Scarlett 16i16 4Th Gen Audio Interface

• Type: Desktop USB audio interface, also works as an external audio interface for the studio.
• Connection: USB Type-C for fast data transfer and connection with the computer.
• Protocol: USB 2.0.
• Resolution and Sample Rate: 24-bit/192 kHz, supporting 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, and 192 kHz.
• Microphone Preamps: 2, with independent 48V phantom power.
• Two front combo Mic/Line/Hi-Z inputs: suitable for microphones, line, and musical instruments.
• Additional Inputs: 4 Line inputs, with a total of up to 6 Line inputs depending on configuration.
• Outputs: 4 balanced Line outputs.
• Headphone Outputs: 2 with independent control, suitable for shared recording sessions.
• Conversion and Monitoring: A/B Monitor Switching to switch between two monitoring sets.
• Digital Expansion: ADAT In and ADAT Out to add up to 8 channels, and S/PDIF In and S/PDIF Out for digital audio.
• MIDI: MIDI In and MIDI Out for controlling MIDI devices and keyboards.
• Loopback: Yes for recording system and program audio.
• Simultaneous Input and Output: Up to 18x18 including Loopback.
• Power: Via USB with 3A current, with optional 15W external power supply.
• Dimensions: Height 60.5 mm, Width 220 mm, Depth 155.2 mm.
• Weight: 1.25 kg.
• Box Contents: Scarlett 16i16 interface, 1.5 m USB-C to USB-C cable, USB-C to USB-A adapter, external power supply.
• Software: Focusrite Control 2 and a mobile app for mixing, control, and routing, with a bundled recording software package.
• Note on front panel ports as per the image: Two combo XLR inputs, headphone outputs 1 and 2, and control buttons like 48V, Air, Auto, Safe, and mute.

If you are looking for an audio interface that offers wide expansion flexibility and high-quality conversion, the Scarlett 16i16 is a suitable choice as a professional audio interface for recording instruments and microphones and managing monitoring sessions with ease.