Tascam US-16x08 B-Stock

Building on the success of the US-1800, the US-16x08 is a compact USB audio/MIDI interface designed for recording studios and live performances. Its name reflects its 16 inputs and 8 outputs: The 16 inputs include eight XLR and two jack inputs on the front panel, in addition to six additional jack inputs on the back. The eight outputs are all located on the rear, with level controls for Line Out 1 and 2 conveniently placed on the front. A standout feature is the integrated DSP, which enables mixing, routing, low-latency processing, and onboard effects, including a compressor and EQ for each channel. Additionally, the Tascam US-16x08 can serve as a standalone mic preamp, expanding an existing mixer with high-quality microphone inputs.

The Tascam US-16x08 features a 48V phantom power supply for connecting high-quality studio microphones to its low-noise preamps, with independent switching for inputs 1–4 and 5–8. The front panel includes a switch for inputs 9 and 10 to select between line-level and Hi-Z signals, making them well-suited for direct guitar or bass recording. Supporting up to 96kHz at 24-bit resolution, the interface delivers high-quality audio capture. With firmware version 2.1, a loopback function enables the computer's audio signal to be mixed into the stereo output, making it especially useful for content creators and streamers.