Audient EVO 16

Audient EVO 16 – 24-In / 24-Out USB-C Audio Interface

Step into pro-level recordings with the Audient EVO 16. Packed with eight SmartGain-enabled EVO mic preamps, ultra-low-latency conversion, and an intuitive Motion UI with full-color display, it offers streamlined control and expansive I/O in a desktop- or rack-ready package—meticulously crafted for creators aiming high.

Key Features

• Eight EVO console mic preamps: Clean analog gain up to 58 dB, with digital precision and SmartGain auto-leveling
• 121 dB dynamic range converters: Crystal-clear 24-bit / 96 kHz audio from premium DACs
• Motion UI control: One knob, high-res color screen, LED metering, channel status, and a customizable function button
• Comprehensive I/O: 8 mic/line inputs, 2 JFET instrument inputs, 8 line outputs, 2 headphone outputs, ADAT/SPDIF I/O, and a Word Clock output
• Monitoring & routing: Custom monitor switching (Alt/Mono), talkback, loopback, and flexible routing via EVO Mixer software
• Built-in PSU & rugged build: Solid-steel chassis, desktop or rack mountable with optional ears

Customer Benefits

The EVO 16 blends powerful studio features with effortless control. Whether you’re tracking full bands, mixing in surround, or streaming live, SmartGain and Motion UI streamline workflow while the ample I/O and expansion options cover future growth—no second unit needed.

Quick Specs

• Sample rate: 24-bit / 96 kHz
• Mic Inputs: 8 × XLR/¼″ combo preamps
• Instrument Inputs: 2 × ¼″ Hi-Z JFET
• Line Outputs: 8 × ¼″ balanced
• Headphones: 2 × ¼″ independent outputs
• Digital I/O: 2 × ADAT/SPDIF optical in & out
• Word Clock: 1 × BNC output
• Dimensions: 35.5 × 25.5 × 5.3 cm
• Weight: Approximately 3.5 kg

What’s in the Box

• Audient EVO 16 interface
• USB-C to USB-A cable
• IEC power cable
• Quick start guide and ARC software bundle registration

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• Eight SmartGain preamps and powerful I/O in a compact chassis
• Intuitive control via Motion UI and central encoder
• Built-in loopback and talkback ideal for streaming
• Future-proof expandability with ADAT and Word Clock

⚠️ Cons:

• Rack ears must be requested separately
• Heavier and more complex than smaller EVO models

The Audient EVO 16 delivers depth, speed, and clarity—all packed into a studio-ready interface that grows with you. Engineered for professionals, refined for creators, and ready for anything.