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

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The plastic casing of the EVO 8 and 4 raised some eyebrows, but I can’t find anything to complain about in the physical design of the EVO 16, which is predominantly made of metal and feels very sturdy.

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The majority of decisions are given instantly, so you could get your new gear sooner than you thought! I only have minor gripes mainly with the software and a generic issue with all the audio interfaces I've seen where you cannot select the input type it's always based on the input jack. The popular format of input 1 and 2 being on the front is used on this interface but I'd prefer all 8 on the back as this is the best solution when cabling into a rack unless you only ever want to use the front inputs for guitar in the control room. This enhanced warranty is in addition to the standard Gear4music and manufacturer warranty policies, and the Gear4music terms and conditions of trade.The outputs boast an even more impressive dynamic range of 121dB; this could be important, since the output volume control operates in the digital domain, but the relatively low maximum output level should mean you can connect active loudspeakers without having to turn things down too far. Other than that it's a great looking and performing interface but the rack ears should have been in the box!

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The EVO preamps offer 58dB of gain, which is non too shabby – you might need an external inline booster to help some dynamic mics. The EVO Preamp technology has the advantages of an analogue mic preamp combined with digitally controlled precision which gives you the ability to set your gain with pin-point accuracy!The range’s audio performance matching that of its contemporaries should be a given; EVO’s shtick is quality and devastating simplicity in use. With our all-new Motion UI (user interface) control system, we’ve found a new way of doing things,” explains Andy. EVO 16 is designed to work in tandem with the EVO software app, and this offers deep control of the unit including minimum latency headphone mixes (four separate cue mixes), flexible loop-back routing, talkback routing and firmware updates. Whether you’re recording drums or taking on a full band, EVO 16’s optical inputs and outputs have got you covered.

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When you first load it up, in fact, you might think everything is greyed out, but you soon realise that it’s just very grey. Two pairs of optical Toslink connectors are switchable between ADAT Lightpipe and stereo S/PDIF digital audio formats, and there’s also a word‑clock output so that you can keep connected devices locked to the EVO 16. As well as re-thinking solutions to the perennial ‘problems’ of things like loopback, and other head-scratchers for non-engineers, Audient’s EVO line of interfaces has taken a new approach to the amount of audio engineering knowhow required when it comes to setting levels with a fresh approach: Smartgain. As on the smaller EVO interfaces, there’s a numbered button for each input channel, plus two more buttons to toggle phantom power and high‑impedance mode.There is also room for expansion with plenty of optical inputs and outputs, making it possible to record anything from just drums to a full band. This means that once the product is delivered, you'll have 60 days to decide that you definitely want to keep it. Gear4music Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA FRN 706272) and acts as a credit intermediary and not a lender, offering credit products provided by a limited number of finance providers, including Klarna Bank AB (publ) and V12 Retail Finance.

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It could be argued that questions surrounding audio specs of affordable gear are becoming less relevant by the year. And it would be nice if Motion UI had some way of reporting why an input had failed Smartgain, as well as the mere fact of failure. If that wasn’t enough, you can customise your advanced monitoring controls by using the assignable ‘F’ (function) button.You can then choose which finance term you'd like to apply for, and change your deposit if you wish. Switch between two sets of speakers using the ALT monitor feature, check your mix in Mono or quickly communicate with your artist using Talkback – all features can be easily activated and customised straight from the hardware F-button.