EVO 16-24 in/24 out USB audio interface with Smartgain

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Simply press the green Smartgain button, then one or more numbered input buttons, then the Smartgain button again. Our EVO Preamp technology not only has all the sonic advantages of an analogue mic preamp, but combines it with digitally controlled precision, giving you the ability to set your gain with pin-point accuracy, right down to the decibel. According to the included quick start guide, the next step is to install the custom drivers for Windows or macOS, and the included software mixer. Designed for studios; the EVO 16 interface can be rack-mounted with the included brackets, so it can be installed within your current rack setup. They’re also commendably clear and comprehensive, especially in regard to things like headphone output level, which is often overlooked.

Easily power headphones up to 600 Ohms all while experiencing detailed monitoring and playback as well as plenty of volume. Though it too connects to the host computer using a single USB‑C port, it’s a mains‑powered device (with an internal PSU, happily) that boasts eight analogue inputs with mic preamps, eight line outputs and a pair of independent headphone outputs. Audient prides itself on the ease of use of the EVO series, and it really is pretty straightforward. Jan · You've got to hand it to AKAI - they're only ~2 years away from their goal of having released exclusively crap products for the last 20 years.Which leads me on to the other issue with the interface, there are no rack mount kits included and contrary to the other video reviews you may have seen they are not free so add these into y9oru budget when comparing interfaces. Whereas the smaller EVOs offer only that LED halo to provide visual feedback, the EVO 16 has a square, high‑resolution colour display; and the idea behind Motion UI is to give the user immediate and clear indication of whatever it is they’re doing at the moment.

Audient’s recently announced EVO 16 promises a glimpse of things to come for the interface market, but how well does it actually perform? A particularly great feature is that you can choose whether you want the mono fold‑down to be routed to the left, right, or both speakers — single‑speaker mono is incredibly useful, and I can’t think of many other interfaces that make it easily accessible at a single button press.If you’re thinking of interfacing the EVO 16 with other studio gear, though, be aware that like many other affordable interfaces, it doesn’t quite operate at ‘professional’ levels. In the software, you can adjust the input and output levels, link channels for stereo operation, and configure the audio routing (including loopback) and up to four separate cue mixes. EVO 16 is a 24 in / 24 out up to 24-bit 96kHz design, with eight mic/line inputs and eight balanced TRS outputs. Configurable ‘master section’ features including speaker switching, talkback and a very good mono option. Used in concert with the programmable F button, the user can leave the DAW up on their display, and use EVO 16 in a more ‘machine-like’ manner.

At the heart of the Motion UI is a 240x240 TFT backlit LCD screen with provides a crisp, high-resolution display.In look and feel, EVO adopts the ‘clean and clear’ look also favoured by manufacturers such as Focusrite and Arturia, and which probably owes a lot in the first instance to Ableton Live.

It may be targeted at newcomers to recording, but this is a product that has a lot to offer those with more demanding requirements. All of our products come with a three-year limited warranty guaranteeing you further protection and peace of mind when you choose EVO by Audient.Every adjustment, every detail, every button press is beautifully displayed in real-time on a 240X240 TFT backlit LCD Screen, letting you navigate hardware features effortlessly, make changes on the fly and take full control of your recording session without ever looking at your computer. You have to decide up front if the input will be line or mic level and use the appropriate connector. Quite a few interfaces now offer similar options, which are very useful for streaming, podcasting, vlogging and other such activities.