The Focusrite Red 16Line is a 64-input, 64-output audio interface with dual Thunderbolt 3 and Pro Tools | HD connectivity, plus 32x32 Dante audio networking. It provides 16 channels of analogue line-level I/O, two Red Evolution mic preamps, and mastering-grade conversion in a 1U rackmount chassis.

Conversion and Preamps

Conversion quality reaches up to 118dB dynamic range A-D and 121dB D-A (A-weighted) at 24-bit/192kHz. The two Red Evolution mic preamps offer up to 63dB of digitally controlled gain with per-channel phantom power, high-pass filter, phase reverse, stereo linking, and Air mode for the classic ISA transformer character.

Multi-Host Workflow

Red 16Line lets you switch between Pro Tools | HD and Thunderbolt host modes from the front panel or RedNet Control software, eliminating the need to swap option cards. With both DigiLink and Thunderbolt connections active alongside Dante, you can run Pro Tools and a second DAW simultaneously while sharing I/O across a Dante network.

Connectivity

• 2 x Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports for daisy-chaining
• 2 x Mini DigiLink ports for Pro Tools | HD (up to 64 in / 64 out)
• 2 x Dante Ethernet ports (RJ45, Cat 5e or above) for 32x32 network audio
• 16 x balanced line inputs on 2 x DB25 (AES59)
• 16 x balanced line outputs on 2 x DB25 (AES59)
• 2 x XLR mic inputs with Red Evolution preamps
• 2 x front-panel 1/4" instrument inputs
• Independent L/R monitor outputs on 1/4" TRS
• 2 x stereo headphone outputs on 1/4" TRS
• 16 channels of ADAT I/O via TOSlink (at 48kHz)
• Stereo S/PDIF I/O on RCA
• Word Clock and Loop Sync I/O on BNC

Specifications

• Total I/O: up to 64 inputs, 64 outputs
• Resolution: 24-bit / 192kHz
• A-D dynamic range: 118dB (A-weighted)
• D-A dynamic range: 121dB (A-weighted)
• Preamp gain: up to 63dB
• Reference levels: +18 or +24dBu (switchable)
• 16-channel front-panel LCD metering
• Form factor: 1U rackmount
• Power: internal, 100-240V AC (IEC)