Audient EVO 16 USB Audio Interface

Next-gen tech in a budget-friendly interface! With 8 EVO preamps with Smartgain for fast level setting, plus 2 x ADAT I/O, the EVO 16 can handle any session.

Make studio-quality recordings with the Audient EVO 16's next-level audio performance. Eight award-winning EVO preamps alongside Audient's advanced converter technology will make everything you do sound better. Add to that intelligent mic preamps that set their own levels with Smartgain, the groundbreaking Motion UI control system, and enough I/O firepower to tackle even the biggest of sessions -- and it's clear EVO 16 is truly a studio powerhouse, designed from the ground up to make recording easy.

Level up your audio performance with eight sonically stunning EVO Preamps. Backed by 25 years of engineering experience, the analog mic preamp has been designed to deliver the most accurate, clean, and true to source version of your audio, no matter what you're recording.

An analogue mic preamp, but smarter

The EVO Preamp technology not only has all the sonic advantages of an analogue mic preamp, but combines it with digitally controlled precision, giving you the ability to set your gain with pin-point accuracy, right down to the decibel. Perfectly match the level of stereo pairs, and control via software, with real-time visual feedback on the screen.

Advanced Converter Technology: Clearer, sharper sound

Providing a MASSIVE 121 dB of dynamic range, EVO 16's high-performance converter technology makes sure you hear your audio accurately, helping you make creative decisions confidently, identify issues and improve your recording and mixing game.

Smartgain: Save time and avoid clipping

read more Make recording drums and larger sessions easy with Smartgain. Automatically set the gain for all 8 channels at once with a simple touch of a button. Powered by the lightning quick Smartgain algorithm, Smartgain uses advanced peak analysis to automatically analyse, adjust and set your gain to the perfect levels - all in less than 20 seconds! Now it's up to you to figure out what to do with all that time you're saving...

Working Solo? Your own assistant engineer

Record, adjust levels, repeat? Sound familiar? Save time and make recording on your own a breeze with Smartgain. Simply set up your mics, hit Smartgain, start performing and EVO 16 will take care of the rest.

Motion UI: A powerful control system

The Motion user interface has been designed to change the way you interact with your audio interface. For the first time, a stunning high resolution, full color screen intelligently displays information as you need it, transforming EVO 16 into a fully immersive, easy to use experience.

The Screen

Every adjustment, every detail, every button press is beautifully displayed in real-time on a 240X240 TFT backlit LCD Screen, letting you navigate hardware features effortlessly, make changes on the fly and take full control of your recording session without ever looking at your computer. Plus, IPS technology means information on the screen remains legible no matter your viewing angle -- ideal for a variety of setups.

Channel Status

Pressing an input or output button momentarily displays the channel name, the levels and the functions activated for that specific channel. All the information you ever need in one place.

Metering

Keep an eye on your levels by quickly cycling through your inputs and outputs with EVO 16's crystal clear, full color metering.

One Knob Control

Designed to keep your session in motion, One-Knob-Control lets you glide through EVO 16's hardware features from a single centralised point. Unlimited power, simple control.

Function Button

Thanks to the customizable F-button, you can assign any of EVO 16's advanced monitoring controls to the programmable function button. Your workflow, just the way you like it.

Digital Outputs: Room for expansion

Future-proof your studio and configure your setup to tackle bigger sessions. Whether you're recording drums or taking on a full band, EVO 16's optical inputs and outputs have got you covered. Supporting both ADAT and SPDIF, add up to 16 channels of mic preamps to your setup, giving you plenty of options for expanding your studio down the line.

Features:

- 8 x EVO Mic Preamps with 58 dB Mic Gain: Easily power those gain-hungry mics
- 2 x JFET Instrument Inputs
- 2 x Independent Headphone Outputs
- 8 x Line Outputs
- 2 x Optical Inputs
- 2 x Optical Outputs
- Multi-Channel Smartgain
- 'EVO Motion UI' Control System
- High-Res LCD Screen
- One Knob Centralized Control
- Ultra Clear Metering
- Input/Output Control
- Channel Status Indication
- Programmable Function Button
- Ultra-Low Latency Software Mixer
- Monitor Control
- Audio Loop-back
- Word Clock Output
- USB 2.0 (USB-C Connection)
- 24 bit / 96kHz
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- 8 x EVO Mic Preamps
- 2 x JFET Instrument Inputs
- 2 x Independent Headphone Outputs
- 8 x Line Outputs
- 2 x Optical Inputs
- 2 x Optical Outputs
- Multi-Channel Smartgain
- 'EVO Motion UI' Control System
- High-Res LCD Screen
- One Knob Centralised Control
- Ultra Clear Metering
- Input/Output Control
- Channel Status Indication
- Programmable Function Button
- Ultra-Low Latency Software Mixer
- Monitor Control
- Audio Loop-back
- Word Clock Output
- USB2.0 (USB-C Connection)
- 24 bit / 96kHz
Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
Base Item
Shipping Weight: 8.75 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 17 x 15 x 4 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): EVO16

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. (1 ratings)
Submitted March 30, 2024 by Henry J

"Pop Sounds in Your HeadPhones..."

Overall: 4 out of 5 stars
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WARNING on purchasing this device, please know you WILL hear pop and crackling sounds in your headphones outlet on this audio interface so please buy at your own risk!

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