Arturia AudioFuse Setup Guide

Getting started with the Arturia AudioFuse

In this guide, we will show you how to get up and running with the Arturia AudioFuse. You’ll learn how to register, connect, and set up the AudioFuse for the first time. Follow the sections below to get started.

1. Register the Arturia AudioFuse
   • Download and install AudioFuse Control Center
2. Setup and connections
   • AudioFuse power modes
   • Reamping with the AudioFuse
   • A/B monitoring
   • ADAT connections
3. How to set up the AudioFuse on your computer

Register the Arturia AudioFuse

Before you can start using the AudioFuse, the first thing you need to do is register the interface on Arturia’s website. This will give you access to the AudioFuse Creative Suite, including Analog Lab Lite and various Arturia effects plugins. Follow these steps to register the AudioFuse.

Click the image to log into your Arturia account

Download and install AudioFuse Control Center

AudioFuse Control Center is the standalone software where you can access advanced routing parameters, digital input settings, changing the monitoring mix, and update the firmware. When you install AudioFuse Control Center, it also downloads the MIDI and audio driver.

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Setup and connections

The Arturia AudioFuse is a powerful tool in the studio, and it has a lot of options available when it comes to input and output connections. The hardware setup is a breeze, which means you’ll be making music in no time! For detailed descriptions of the different connections available, be sure to check out the AudioFuse manual for more information!

AudioFuse power modes

The AudioFuse interface can be powered via the DC power supply, or you power it by connecting it directly to your computer (bus-powered). If you decide to power it via your computer, we recommend not to connect via a USB hub. Instead, connect it directly to your computer as a USB hub may not be able to provide enough power to connect the interface.

The AudioFuse’s different power modes

Mobile device compatibility

The AudioFuse is class-compliant, which means no additional driver software is necessary, so not only can you use it with it on your computer, but you can also use it on any Android or iOS device. More than likely, your mobile device won’t provide enough power, so all you need to do is use the included USB cable splitter and connect one end to your mobile device and the other to a USB power bank.

AudioFuse Tutorials: Episode 1 – Power Modes

Reamping with the AudioFuse

The AudioFuse has a unique feature that isn’t found on other audio interfaces. That feature is reamping. Reamping is the process where you record a dry track, then re-record by sending the clean track through your amp and effects chain. This is particularly useful because you can capture just one performance, then play around with mic placement, effects, amps, and cabs without affecting the printed track. Check out Arturia’s video below to learn about re-amping!

AudioFuse Tutorials: Episode 2 – Reamping

A/B monitoring

Another great thing about the AudioFuse is that it doubles as a monitor controller, which allows you to connect two sets of monitor speakers. This is great for A/B’ing mixes using your near-field and far-field monitors. If you plan on doing this, you’ll need to make sure that both sets of monitor speakers are at the same level. That being said, you can independently increase or decrease the level via Arturia AudioFuse Control Center. For instructions on how to set everything up, check out Arturia’s video below!

AudioFuse Tutorials: Episode 4 – A/B Speaker Switching 

ADAT connections

The AudioFuse has ADAT connections that allow you to increase your channel count by connecting another digital device using an ADAT (Toslink) optical cable. Using ADAT is useful in the studio when you run into a project and need more inputs than your AudioFuse has (i.e., drums). It’s a matter of connecting the cable from the ADAT OUT of the external device to the AudioFuse’s ADAT IN. Next, you just need to update your DAW’s routing settings. 

AudioFuse Tutorials: Episode 5 – Using ADAT Inputs

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How to set up the AudioFuse on your computer

Now that you have everything set up and connected, it’s time to get it up and running so you can start creating music! 

What do the USB ports on the back do?

One thing that sets it apart from the rest, the AudioFuse has a 3-port USB hub built into it. Two of the ports (labeled 1A) are great for rapidly charging any USB device, like a tablet or smartphone. The port labeled 120mA is great for lower-powered devices like a USB dongle or memory stick, like an iLok or eLicenser. 

Arturia recommends only connecting lower-powered devices to the 120mA port, as ones that demand a higher power requirement might trip their “overcurrent protection” mechanism, which temporarily disables the 120mA port. 

Is your AudioFuse not showing up?

If the interface isn’t showing up when connecting it to your computer, reconnect the interface by unplugging and plugging it back in. If you have not done so yet, try reconfiguring the USB connections so that the Arturia interface is connected directly to your computer. If the problem persists, try a different USB port or cable. Visit our Windows and Mac guides for more tips on resolving audio device connectivity.

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Additional resources

• AudioFuse Control Center User Manual
• AudioFuse and AudioFuse 8Pre User Manual
• AudioFuse Studio User Manual

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