Focusrite Red 16Line

Thunderbolt 3 / Dante / Pro Tools HD 16-channel interface

• 64x64 interface with dual Thunderbolt 3, Dante and Pro Tools | HD
• High-performance converters: 118dB A/D, 121dB D/A
• Ultra-low round-trip latency for monitoring with plugins
• Two Red Evolution preamps with Air mode and digital control
• Expandable via network with dual Dante ports
• Full compatibility with RedNet Control and Red 2/3 plugins included

Focusrite Red 16Line: 64x64 professional audio interface

Red 16Line is Focusrite's flagship audio interface for professional studios: 64 inputs/outputs, dual Thunderbolt 3 connections and compatibility with Pro Tools | HD and Dante networking. The A-D/D-A conversion system offers up to 121 dB dynamic range and some of the lowest round-trip latency on the market, for working with real-time plugins without compromise.

Unified workflow with uncompromising audio quality

With the highest quality converters, Red 16Line enables a single mix with your DAW that can be used for recording and playback. No more need for separate mixes for monitoring and recording-you can use your plugins while overdubbing with no perceptible latency.

Full I/O for advanced setups

Features 16 line inputs and 16 line outputs on D-sub, 2 main monitor outputs, 2 instrument inputs, 2 Red Evolution preamps with phantom power, high-pass filter, phase inversion and Air mode, plus dual high-fidelity headphone outputs. Three LCD displays provide precise visual control over levels.

Network expansion and simplified management

With dual Dante ports you can expand the interface via Ethernet network, adding channels anywhere in the studio. RedNet Control software facilitates routing and monitoring, with remote control of preamplifiers and complex configurations manageable in a few clicks.

Plugins and Hitmaker Expansion included

Red 16Line includes the Focusrite Red 2 EQ and Red 3 Compressor plugins (AAX/AU/VST) and access to the Hitmaker Expansion: a suite of professional production and mix tools with publication-ready sounds. In addition, compatibility with the Brainworx bx_console Focusrite plugin brings authentic emulation of ISA 110 and ISA 130 modules into your DAW.

Technical specifications

• 64 simultaneous I/O (Thunderbolt, Pro Tools HD, Dante)
• A/D converters: 118dB, D/A: 121dB (A-weighted)
• 2 Red Evolution preamps with up to 63dB gain
• Inputs: 16 line (DB-25), 2 mic (XLR), 2 instrument (TS)
• Outputs: 16 line (DB-25), 2 monitor (TRS), 2 headphones (TRS)
• High-pass filter: 80Hz, 12dB/octave
• Air mode: boost at 10kHz, cutoff at 20Hz
• Word Clock, Loop Sync, ADAT, S/PDIF, RedNet Control
• Sample rates: up to 192kHz
• Red 2 & Red 3 plugins included, Hitmaker Expansion
• Warranty: 3 years Focusrite