Arturia’s AudioFuse Range: Modular Interfaces for Modern Studios

The AudioFuse range is Arturia’s answer to the ever-diverse needs of modern studios. From the outset, the lineup is positioned as a modular ecosystem, not just a single product, designed to fit setups as compact as a solo creator’s desktop or as sprawling as a multi-mic, hybrid hardware–software environment. The underlying philosophy is clear: each interface is built for a different way of working, but shares the same core principles.

This approach means you’re not locked into a one-size-fits-all box; instead, the AudioFuse family is described as growing to match your workflow. Whether you’re running a DAWless rig, recording full bands, or driving a modular synth wall, there’s a targeted model. The video frames the range as both a connected ecosystem and a set of discrete solutions, with the flexibility to scale your studio one interface at a time.

Arturia stresses that every AudioFuse shares a foundation: sonic excellence, careful conversion, and robust build quality. This isn’t just about spec sheets; the video focuses on the tactile, hands-on aspect, emphasizing minimal menu diving and direct hardware control. The AudioFuse Control Center app manages all units via computer, but the physical interfaces are built for quick, intuitive access.

Across the range, you’ll find features like dual monitor outs, A/B switching, talkback mics, reamping, and extensive digital I/O—all wrapped in solid enclosures. Each model’s interface is tailored to its intended context, from the compact, all-rounder Rev2 to the rackmount 8Pre and the flagship 16Rig. The philosophy: regardless of size or channel count, you get Arturia’s take on conversion and reliability, plus a workflow that doesn’t get bogged down by menus.

The AudioFuse Studio Rev2 is pitched as the flexible hub for modern producers and engineers. With 18 inputs and 20 outputs, four discrete mic preamps, and dedicated inserts on each preamp channel, it’s built for scenarios where both high-fidelity tracking and outboard processing are central. The two auxiliary outputs feature reamping, making it easy to send signals back out to amps or pedals, maintaining proper impedance for guitar and bass workflows.

One standout is the built-in Bluetooth receiver for instant reference playback—no more fumbling with cables just to check a mix from a phone. Sampling is streamlined via phono inputs, so turntable-centric producers can bypass extra boxes. The expanded ADAT and SPDIF connectivity supports future growth, making the Studio Rev2 a desktop centerpiece for setups that need to blend hardware, software, and multiple monitoring paths with minimal friction.

The X8 IN and X8 OUT modules bring expandability to the AudioFuse line via ADAT, providing 8 additional line-level analog inputs and 8 DC-coupled outputs, respectively. This is less about raw channel count and more about integrating external hardware and enabling CV routing to modular synths. Both modules are designed for plug-and-play expansion—connect over dual optical ADAT ports to maintain full channel counts at higher sample rates.

Arturia highlights that these modules reduce cable chaos and make integration seamless. The X8 OUT, in particular, is emphasized for immersive monitoring: when paired with the 16Rig, it supports complex speaker arrays, even extending to Dolby Atmos 9.1.6 setups. The design philosophy is clear—keep every piece of your hardware always available, minimize patching headaches, and open up new creative workflows for hybrid and modular setups.