Albania
Argentina
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Brazil
Bulgaria
Canada
Chile
Colombia
Croatia
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Ireland
Italy
Latvia
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Mexico
Moldova
Montenegro
Netherlands
New Zealand
North Macedonia
Norway
Philippines
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Portugal
Romania
Serbia
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- Number of Channels: 16
- Number of Preamps: 2
- Sample Rate: 192 kHz / 24 bit
- Bit Depth: 24 bit
- Outputs: Jack 6,3 mm TS
Focusrite Scarlett 16i16 4th Gen USB Audio Interface
The Focusrite Scarlett 16i16 4th Gen is a 16-in, 16-out USB audio interface built for producers and artists who need studio-grade conversion in a desktop chassis. Two remote-controllable 4th Gen mic preamps with 69 dB of gain feed converters pulled directly from Focusrite's flagship RedNet range, capturing every detail at up to 192 kHz / 24-bit. ADAT, S/PDIF, and MIDI I/O make it easy to expand the rig, while Auto Gain and Clip Safe handle levels automatically.
- 16 inputs and 16 outputs over USB Type-C with 122 dB dynamic range for clean, detailed capture
- Two 4th Gen mic preamps with Air Presence and Harmonic Drive modes for console-style colour on vocals and instruments
- Six 6.3 mm TS line inputs, four line outputs, plus ADAT and S/PDIF for connecting outboard gear and expanding the channel count
- Two independent headphone outputs, MIDI I/O, and Focusrite Control 2 desktop and mobile apps for remote mix control
USB Audio Interface with Flagship Conversion
The Focusrite Scarlett 16i16 4th Gen anchors a project studio with sixteen inputs and sixteen outputs over USB Type-C. Two remote-controllable 4th Gen mic preamps feed converters lifted from the flagship RedNet range, capturing detail at up to 192 kHz / 24-bit.
What Sets the Scarlett 16i16 Apart
What makes this interface stand out is its dual Air mode circuit emulating a classic ISA 110 console preamp. Air Presence lifts high-end detail for vocals, while Air Harmonic Drive adds mid-range weight. Clip Safe prevents clipping automatically.
Inputs, Outputs, and Connectivity
Two front-panel combo inputs accept XLR microphones and 6.3 mm instruments. Six rear-panel 6.3 mm TS line inputs and four balanced line outputs handle synths and outboard gear. ADAT, S/PDIF, and 5-pin DIN MIDI expand connectivity.
- Number of Channels: 16 inputs / 16 outputs — full band tracking and complex routing
- ADAT: Yes (in/out) — adds up to eight extra channels at 96 kHz
- S/PDIF: Yes (in/out) — two-channel digital link for digital outboard gear
Conversion Quality and Preamp Performance
Converters operating at 24-bit / 192 kHz deliver 122 dB of dynamic range on the D-A side. Preamp gain reaches 69 dB with an EIN of -127 dBu for quiet operation. Two independent headphone outputs drive separate cue mixes.
- Sample Rate: up to 192 kHz / 24-bit — high-resolution capture
- Number of Preamps: 2 × 4th Gen remote-controllable mic preamps — 69 dB gain with Air modes
- Phantom Power: Yes (independent per channel) — powers condenser microphones
Build, Power, and Bundled Software
The desktop chassis measures 220 × 155 × 60 mm and weighs 1.25 kg. Bus-powered USB Type-C keeps cable clutter minimal, with an external power supply included.
- Connectivity: USB Type-C (USB 2.0 protocol) — bus-powered at 3A
- Dimensions: 220 × 155 × 60 mm — compact desktop form factor
- Weight: 1.25 kg — portable for mobile recording
Number of Channels: 16
This product offers 16 channels, allowing you to efficiently connect and manage multiple audio sources simultaneously. Each channel operates independently, giving you full control over each input, greatly expanding your ability to create and edit sound.
Number of Preamps: 2
The product features two preamplifiers, ensuring high-quality sound processing for two input channels. This system provides clear sound with low noise, ideal for stereo recording or using two microphones or instruments simultaneously.
Phantom Power: Yes
Phantom power provides the necessary voltage for condenser microphones that require an external power source to operate properly. This power supply is built directly into the microphone input, eliminating the need for additional power supplies.
Bit Depth: 24 bit
The 24-bit depth provides significantly more dynamic range and detail than standard 16-bit recording. With 24-bit depth, you can capture finer details and wider dynamic range, perfect for professional recording, mastering, and applications where accuracy and sound quality are critical.
S/PDIF: Yes
S/PDIF is a digital interface used to transfer high-quality audio between devices such as CD players, audio interfaces, amplifiers, and home theaters. It transfers audio signals in digital form without any loss of quality. S/PDIF ensures clean and accurate signal transmission without the need for conversion to analog form, minimizing noise and interference, making it ideal for professional and home audio systems.
ADAT: Yes
ADAT is a digital transmission protocol that allows the transmission of up to 8 channels of digital audio over a single optical cable (Toslink). It is often used in studio applications to increase the number of audio channels between devices such as audio interfaces and digital mixers. ADAT allows for high-quality audio transmission while providing more channels at lower sample rates. This format is ideal for situations where it is necessary to transmit multiple channels of digital audio without loss of quality.
Outputs: Jack 6,3 mm TS
A universal connector used to connect various audio devices.
Headphone Output: Yes
The headphone output allows direct connection of headphones for private listening. This output provides a convenient way to enjoy the sound without disturbing others or ambient noise.
Package Contents
- USB-C to USB-A converter
- Manual
- USB-C Cable
DA Conversion: Yes
DA conversion allows digital signals to be converted to analog signals with high accuracy. This process ensures that digital audio is reproduced with minimal distortion, preserving all the fine details and dynamics of the original sound. Thanks to high-quality DA conversion, the sound is clear, rich, and true to the original when played through speakers or headphones.
AD Conversion: Yes
High-quality AD conversion ensures that every detail and dynamic range of analog audio is preserved when converted to digital form, ideal for professional recording and production. This allows analog sound sources such as microphones and instruments to be accurately recorded in digital systems.
Number of Channels
Number of Preamps
Phantom Power
Word Clock
ADAT
Interface
MIDI Interface
Software
Red 2, Hitmaker Expansion Bundle, Plug-in Collective access, Ableton Live 11 Lite, Red 3, Addictive Keys, Antares Auto-Tune Access, Softube Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555, Native Instruments MASSIVE, Sonnox VoxDoubler, Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC
Controls
Gain (4 x), Headphone (2 x), Direct Monitoring, Air, Instrument (2 x), Phantom, Safe
DA Conversion
AD Conversion
Sample Rate
Bit Depth
24 bit
USB version
2.0
AES/EBU
Rackmountable
S/PDIF
USB
Yes
Ethernet
Instrument Inputs
Microphone Input
Line Inputs
Line Output
Outputs
Headphone Output
Optical Out
Yes
Offer Configuration
Standard offer
Package Contents
USB-C Cable, Manual, USB-C to USB-A converter
Power Supply
Adapter
UK/EU Power supply included
Yes
Length (cm)
15.5
Width (cm)
22
Height (cm)
6
Weight
1,3 kg
Made in
China
Documents
Instructions for use
Manufacturer information
Safety instructions
Please refer to the user manual for the specific safety instructions for this product.
