Arturia AudioFuse 8Pre USB-C Audio Interface/ADAT Expander

Dual Mode Audio Interface
The Arturia AudioFuse 8Pre is a dual-mode interface and ADAT expander which boasts 8 channels of premium analog audio, rock-solid sync, USB-C and optical connectivity. With our award-winning lineage of pristine analog quality, AudioFuse 8Pre is destined to become the expander of choice in studios and creative spaces around the world.

AudioFuse 8Pre isn't just an expander and it isn't just an interface; it's a way for you to work faster and smarter in the studio and get better results with the equipment you already have. Offering outstanding convenience, exceptional features, legendary sound quality and reliability you can count on year after year, session after session. AudioFuse 8Pre is the result of careful research and painstaking development.

Peerless quality
When you're putting your heart and soul into your music and productions, you need to know your audio is in safe hands. AudioFuse 8Pre offers unrivalled quality at its price point. The 8 Discrete Pro preamps and analog signal path will let you truly "hear" your audio for the first time. The super-low Equivalent Input Noise (EIN) lets you capture every subtle detail, while the huge input gain will drive even the most demanding low-output mics. All this with a totally flat frequency response for total transparency. The superb quality doesn't stop there, AudioFuse 8Pre also features the best A/D converters available.

The best of both
If you're a recording professional you know that no two days are the same. You need gear that gives you the versatility you need to be prepared for the unexpected. AudioFuse 8Pre can fulfill any studio role. You already have a powerful interface, but need more inputs? AudioFuse 8Pre is the perfect ADAT preamp expander.

Want to record multiple channels, but don't own an ADAT-expandable interface? AudioFuse 8Pre can connect directly with your computer so you can record multi-tracked instruments all at once. It's a high-performance audio interface with USB connectivity, speaker outputs and independent headphone output. Use on its own; expand your existing interface; cascade 2 AudioFuse 8Pre together via ADAT for 16 superb preamps. AudioFuse 8Pre does it all.

Smart design
Sometimes it's the little things that matter most. You need your gear to complement and enhance the way you work and that's the driving force behind AudioFuse 8Pre.

AudioFuse 8Pre is easy to use, with one-button, one-function design and features backward-compatible USB-C connectivity for super compatibility. It's housed in a robust metal chassis and the included rack ears can be mounted to either face forward or down, letting it stand freely or be integrated into your 19" racks depending on your setup. It also features ADAT in, so you could send your musicians cue mixes using its headphone output.

We've spent years working together with studios, producers and musicians at all levels to minimize the "pain points" other interfaces give you on a daily basis. AudioFuse 8Pre is the result.

AudioFuse Creative Suite
AudioFuse 8Pre comes complete with the AudioFuse Creative Suite, an ever-evolving collection of software effects and instruments that will let you add your own unique signature to your music. Combining favorites from our award-winning "You'll Actually Use" series with Analog Lab Lite, AudioFuse 8Pre lets you also enjoy legendary signal processing effects and iconic synth sounds. Color the pristine inputs of AudioFuse 8Pre with stunning vintage effects!

The AudioFuse Creative Suite currently contains:

TridA Pre
Music industry gold-dust. Get that ultra-rare Soho preamp sound and musical EQ that added flavor to countless best-selling hits for over half a century.

1973 Pre
Inspired by the hugely influential British studio sound, the Arturia 1973-Pre is the key to getting that harmonically exciting, solid-state 70s tone.

V76 Pre
The key to getting that "White Album" sound, these reinvented German engineered, tube-driven broadcast preamps were beloved by Abbey Road.

Mini Filter
Dr Robert Moog's iconic, smooth ladder filter, accurately recreated and updated with an LFO, envelope follower and a step sequencer.

Analog Lab Lite
600+ amazing synth and keyboard sounds from our award-winning V Collection. A mini museum of legendary sounds to explore.

AudioFuse 8Pre: your new "go-to"
The devil's in the detail, as they say. On this page, you'll discover what makes AudioFuse 8Pre such a unique studio tool.

World-class preamps
Our whole AudioFuse range uses our exclusive DiscretePRO microphone preamps with fully independent Mic/Line circuits. AudioFuse 8Pre features 8 of these pristine preamps and - on paper- their specs are outstanding. Almost 120dB of dynamic range, less than -129dBu input noise, a +/-0.02dB flat frequency response, but what does all this mean in practice?

Simply put, it means that the sound of your microphones and instruments will be perfectly captured with incredible fidelity and that even if you're using quiet vintage mics that need a lot of gain, you can turn the gain all the way up. AudioFuse 8Pre won't add any noise, hiss or artefacts in the audio. While other expanders or dedicated preamps may give you one or two channels of quality audio, AudioFuse 8Pre gives you 8, with absolutely no compromise.

Made for the studio
If we hadn't made it obvious enough yet, AudioFuse 8Pre can be used either as an audio interface or an 8-channel preamp expander for your existing setup. Input channels 1 and 2 are easily accessible from the front panel, so you can quickly track ideas from mics or DI'd instruments without having to access the back panel. These channels also feature dedicated insert points, so you can integrate any sound processing gear you have at the input stage.

AudioFuse 8Pre comes with rack ears so that you can house it in your 19" rack. If you'd prefer to use the interface from your desktop - maybe with a laptop or monitor on top of it - you can switch the rack ears to face downward, turning them into little feet. You can also change the clock source and sample rate right from the front panel, without having to dive into menus. Sometimes it's the little things that make all the difference.

Spoiled for choice
Our AudioFuse interface range give you all the options you need. Think of our audio interfaces as an interpreter for your creativity. Your instruments, devices, software, outboard hardware and microphones speak a mix of binary code, acoustic vibration and electrical signals. The Arturia AudioFuse range brings everything together in harmony.

Compatibility with all platforms
Professional and flexible, the AudioFuserange can work with any system, whether on PC, Mac or Linux. When you need to record on-location and capture those moments of inspiration, connect to iOS and Android. No matter your device, AudioFuse brings your musical world together and keeps everything simple.

Plug & Play & No specific drivers
While you can go "under the hood" and get more out of our AudioFuse range with the AudioFuse Control Center, you can also use its basic functions straight out of the box. We made the decision to use generic drivers and universal USB-C to ensure you're always ready to record.

Low Latency
AudioFuse features exceptionally low latency as low as 3ms depending on your set-up, with a frequently measured value of 4.5ms on a wide range of computers. This lets you get right in the pocket of your groove when tracking and makes for an immediate, tactile feel when performing.

Expandability
Our AudioFuse range can be connected together in a variety of ways, cascading their inputs and outputs and hugely expanding the scope and capability of your setup. Record more sources, send signals to more destinations, the creative possibilities are awesome.

USB-C
AudioFuse Studio and AudioFuse 8Pre use the contemporary USB-C connection for its great latency, superb bandwidth and backward USB2 compatibility. Now you can record anywhere, in any studio or creative space, safe in the knowledge your gear will simply work.

The best interface for live performance
AudioFuse 8Pre features 8 dedicated line outputs, as well as discrete monitor and headphone outputs. This effectively gives you 12 channels of analog audio that you can give to the sound engineer at your next gig. You could also use this amazing connectivity to get really creative with post-processing in the mastering stage.

AudioFuse 8Pre has super-low latency and incredibly robust sync. If you're using a master clock to sync multiple computers together for an audio performance or session, AudioFuse 8Pre can connect with dedicated Word Clock i/o, with switchable Hi-Z termination.

A perfect control center (AFCC)
Beneath the intuitive, hands-on control on the surface of AudioFuse lies the power and versatility of a pro studio. AudioFuse allows you to keep on top of your projects, so you can feel confident no matter what musical scenario comes your way. As the next-generation audio interface, AudioFuse lets you access a large number of fundamental features directly from its top panel. Once it's connected to a computer, AudioFuse transforms into a full-featured mixing console.

AudioFuse Control Center controls the mixer, selection of inputs, routing, monitoring and additional functions such as sampling rate, Clock Source, Pad, Cue and more. Another useful touch is that AudioFuse will remember the latest AFCC settings for standalone use until the next time you connect and change them.