The Centerpiece of Your Hybrid Studio — Without Compromise
Showcasing sufficient connectivity to accommodate a permanently patched rack of outboard gear and a summing box, the Audient Horizon 16 is a 34-in, 34-out Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with 16 bidirectional channels of line I/O over DB-25 connectors. Additionally, it features a dedicated mix bus path, dual ADAT I/O, and Word Clock I/O. Engineered for pro-caliber applications, the Horizon 16 flaunts 32-bit/192kHz conversion, providing 133dB dynamic range and 0.99 milliseconds of round-trip latency. Advanced monitor controls include Mono, Polarity, Dim, and Reference Level functions. Through Horizon Control software, you have access to a virtual patchbay, custom monitoring, onboard comfort reverb, and extensive metering options. Moreover, the Horizon 16’s scalable architecture allows you to daisy-chain up to four units, enabling you to tackle larger projects without changing your workflow. And the Horizon 16 packs all this functionality into an all-metal, single-rackspace chassis. Engineers searching for a way to elevate their hybrid studio will find the Horizon 16 to be a class-leading solution with superior sound and a level of performance that’s nothing short of extraordinary.
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Ample connectivity for the modern hybrid studio
Boasting 34-in, 34-out Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, the Horizon 16 allows you to keep a rack jam-packed with compressors, EQs, and a summing box permanently patched — all from a single rack unit. It features 16 bidirectional channels of line-level I/O over four DB-25 connectors, joined by dedicated stereo mix bus Line Inputs for printing your master and dedicated stereo monitor Line Outputs for independent reference listening. Dual ADAT I/O gives you 16 bidirectional channels of digital expansion, and you get Word Clock I/O to ensure flawless synchronization. Finally, as your studio grows, you can daisy-chain up to four units on a single driver, with a system maximum of 200 bidirectional channels.
Uncolored analog capture at its finest
When we ran the Audient Horizon 16 through its paces here at Sweetwater, we found that it more than lives up to the brand’s decades-long legacy of studio excellence. This audio interface’s analog line-level inputs capture every channel uncolored through premium-quality 32-bit/192kHz converters. The Horizon 16 offers an impressive 133dB dynamic range. Moreover, it delivers 0.99 milliseconds of round-trip latency, at 192kHz with a 64-sample buffer, enabling you to monitor through native plugins with no perceptible lag.
Total studio control at your fingertips
The Horizon 16 serves as a capable centerpiece for your entire studio. It puts advanced monitor controls, such as Mono, Polarity, and Dim, squarely at your fingertips. Selectable Reference Levels (+18dBu and +24dBu) allow you to interface with outboard processors, patchbays, and high-headroom consoles with equal assurance. You’ll also appreciate the intuitive power of Audient’s Horizon Control software, which enables you to command routing, monitoring, and metering across your entire rig, all from a single panel. Lastly, the Horizon 16 includes onboard comfort reverb — a must-have for creating polished cue mixes.
Audient Horizon 16 Features:
- 34-in, 34-out Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with enough I/O to accommodate a permanently patched rack and a summing box
- 16 bidirectional channels of line I/O over DB-25 connectors
- Dedicated mix bus path creates a clean route for your master print
- Dual ADAT I/O provides 16 channels of digital expansion
- Word Clock I/O ensures flawless synchronization
- 32-bit/192kHz conversion yields 133dB dynamic range
- 0.99ms of round-trip latency lets you monitor through native plugins without lag
- Advanced monitor controls: Mono, Polarity, and Dim
- Selectable Reference Levels accommodate outboard processors, patchbays, and high-headroom consoles with equal assurance
- Horizon Control software provides access to a virtual patchbay, custom monitoring, onboard comfort reverb, and metering options
- Scalable architecture allows daisy-chaining up to 4 units for up to 200 bidirectional channels
- All-metal, single-rackspace chassis
- 3-yr. warranty provided by Audient
