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
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Serbia
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Africa
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Turkey
Ukraine
United Kingdom
United States of America
- 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 who need studio-grade conversion in a desktop form factor. It pairs two remote-controlled 4th Gen mic preamps with 24-bit/192 kHz converters taken from Focusrite's flagship RedNet range, delivering 122 dB of dynamic range. Auto Gain, Clip Safe, and dual Air modes handle level-setting and tonal shaping, while ADAT, S/PDIF, and MIDI expand the rig without expanding the desk footprint.
- 16 simultaneous inputs and outputs via USB-C with bus or external power
- Two independent headphone amps plus four line outs for flexible monitoring
- Expandable channel count through ADAT and S/PDIF digital connections
- Includes Hitmaker Expansion, Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools Intro+, and Cubase LE
Focusrite Scarlett 16i16 4th Gen — Studio Hub for Producers
The Focusrite Scarlett 16i16 4th Gen is a desktop USB audio interface built as a portable studio hub for producers. Sixteen inputs and sixteen outputs route through 24-bit/192 kHz converters from the flagship RedNet range, delivering 122 dB of dynamic range. Two 4th Gen mic preamps offer 69 dB of clean gain. This model suits producers who need flagship-grade conversion, dual headphone monitoring, and full digital expandability in a bus-powered unit.
What Sets It Apart
Smaller Scarlett units stop at basic I/O, but this model adds ADAT, S/PDIF, and MIDI I/O. Auto Gain sets levels automatically; Clip Safe adjusts gain to prevent distortion. Two Air modes — Presence and Harmonic Drive — emulate classic console character.
Preamps and Conversion
The 4th Gen preamps deliver the lowest noise floor Focusrite has shipped in a Scarlett. Independent 48 V phantom power handles mixed mic setups without compromise.
- Microphone Preamps: 2 — remote-controllable with 69 dB of clean gain
- Phantom Power: Yes (Independent) — per-channel switching
- A/D Resolution: 24-bit / 192 kHz — RedNet-derived, 122 dB dynamic range
I/O and Connectivity
ADAT adds eight more channels at 44.1/48 kHz, S/PDIF adds two more, and MIDI I/O keeps legacy controllers connected.
- Number of Channels: 16 in / 16 out — plus Loopback for streaming
- ADAT: Yes (1 in, 1 out) — 8 channels at standard rates
- S/PDIF: Yes (1 in, 1 out) — coaxial two-channel link
- Outputs: 6.3 mm TRS (4 line + 2 headphone) — balanced line outs, two independent amps
Form Factor, Power, and Software
At 1.25 kg and 220 mm wide, the unit fits beside a laptop or in a rig bag. Bus-powered from a 3 A USB-C source removes cable clutter.
- Headphone Output: Yes (2 independent 6.3 mm jacks) — separate mixes
- Connectivity: USB Type-C, USB 2.0 — bus-powered at 3 A, optional 15 W external supply
- Included Software: Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools Intro+, Cubase LE, Hitmaker Expansion
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 Cable
- Manual
- USB-C to USB-A converter
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.
