Audient EVO 16 Overview

Condition: New. Includes a power cable and USB cable.

Aimed at musicians, producers, podcasters, and content creators, the Audient EVO 16 is a USB audio interface offering up to 24 inputs and 24 outputs with external digital expansion at 44.1 or 48 kHz. Eight EVO preamps with 58 dB of gain and advanced converter technology deliver detailed recording and playback. Intelligent Smartgain automatically sets input levels, Motion UI provides clear hardware control, and extensive analog and digital I/O supports larger sessions.

The EVO 16 works on your desktop or in a rack with optional rack ears sold separately. Its backlit controls and color display keep settings visible, while a built-in power supply and solid-steel chassis make it suitable for studio use. Standalone operation is available after saving a configuration from the EVO Mixer software.

Key Features

• 8 EVO Mic Preamps with 58 dB of Gain
• 2 JFET Hi-Z Instrument Inputs
• 2 Optical Inputs and 2 Optical Outputs for ADAT or S/PDIF
• Up to 16 ADAT Channels Each Way at 44.1/48 kHz, or 8 at 88.2/96 kHz
• 2 Dedicated Headphone Outputs
• 8 Balanced Line Outputs
• USB 2.0 with USB Type-C Connection, 24-Bit / 96 kHz
• Smartgain Automatic Input Gain Setting
• Motion UI with Color LCD Screen and One-Knob Control
• Audio Loopback for Streaming and Podcasting
• BNC Word Clock Output
• AC-Powered, Mac / Windows Compatible, Configurable Standalone Mode
• Optional Rack Ears Sold Separately

Eight EVO Mic Preamps

The EVO preamps deliver clean, true-to-source audio with low distortion and 58 dB of gain. Digitally controlled precision lets you set gain down to the decibel, and stereo pairs can be linked for matched levels.

Two JFET Instrument Inputs

EVO's harmonically rich JFET instrument input circuit replicates the input stage of a classic valve amplifier, providing a sonic foundation for guitars and basses. Two 1/4" Hi-Z instrument connections are available through the front-panel combo inputs.

High-Performance Converters

The EVO 16 provides 112.5 dB A-weighted dynamic range at its ADC inputs and 121 dB A-weighted dynamic range at its DAC outputs, supporting detailed recording and accurate playback for confident mixing decisions.

Smartgain

Smartgain listens to activated inputs and automatically sets gain for up to all eight channels in seconds. Set up your microphones or instruments and run Smartgain to prepare your input levels before recording.

Motion UI

Motion UI simplifies interaction with the interface through a backlit color IPS LCD screen, one-knob centralized control, per-channel status display, full-color metering, and a customizable F-button for your most-used monitoring function.

Flexible I/O and Routing

Eight balanced line outputs support multiple speaker sets, outboard gear sends, or headphone amp distribution. Two optical inputs and two optical outputs support ADAT or S/PDIF. In ADAT mode, compatible external equipment can add up to 16 input and 16 output channels at 44.1 or 48 kHz, bringing the interface to its maximum 24-in/24-out configuration. At 88.2 or 96 kHz, the two optical connections in each direction carry up to eight ADAT channels in total. External expansion equipment and optical cables are required for digital expansion. A BNC word clock output helps synchronize compatible digital devices.

Advanced Monitor Control

ALT monitor switching, mono summing, and Talkback are accessible from the front panel. Talkback can use a computer audio source as the talkback microphone, freeing up preamps for recording.

Audio Loopback

Loopback channels route audio from computer applications back into other apps, making it useful for recording computer audio, video calls, or gaming streams.

Desktop, Rack, or Standalone

With non-slip rubber feet, EVO 16 works on your desktop or can be rack-mounted using optional rack ears sold separately. To use it without a host computer, first configure digital I/O, output routing, and other settings in the EVO Mixer software, then save them using Store Standalone State. The saved configuration is recalled when the unit is next powered on without a computer connection.

EVO Mixer Software

Compatible with macOS and Windows, the EVO Mixer lets you route inputs and outputs, set up low-latency monitoring, and create dedicated artist headphone mixes.

Free Software with ARC

EVO 16 comes bundled with a collection of professional recording software through Audient ARC and is compatible with all major music creation software. Check Audient ARC for the current software offers and redemption details.