Fender Quantum LT16 Audio Interface

Fender Quantum LT16 Audio Interface

The Fender Quantum LT 16 is designed for project studios, multi-instrument rigs, and electronic music setups needing flexible connectivity. With eight MAX-HD mic preamps delivering up to 75 dB of gain, it handles everything from detailed vocals to full drum kits without adding noise.

Guitarists and bass players benefit from Fender-designed instrument inputs that preserve dynamics and natural tone, making direct recording feel familiar and responsive. Combined with professional-grade converters, every source is captured with clarity you can trust.Connectivity is where the LT 16 really opens up. Six front panel combo inputs and eight rear TRS line inputs make it easy to bring in synths, mixers, or external mic preamps without reworking your setup. Add low-latency USB-C performance, balanced outputs, MIDI I/O, and DC-coupled outputs, and you have a central hub for modern hybrid studios. Fender Studio Pro is included too, so you can start recording straight away.

Capture every detail with confident gain

The Quantum LT 16 is built around eight MAX-HD mic preamps that offer an impressive 75 dB of gain. That headroom is especially useful when recording quieter sources, dynamic microphones, or larger ensembles that need consistent levels across multiple channels. The result is clean, transparent capture that keeps noise out of the equation.

For instruments, Fender-designed inputs ensure guitars and basses retain their character when plugged straight in. You get a responsive feel and balanced tone that sits naturally in a mix, saving time during tracking and production.

Expand your setup without extra hassle

With a total of 14 line inputs, the LT 16 makes it easy to integrate outboard gear into your workflow. Six front panel combo jacks handle quick connections, while eight rear TRS inputs are ideal for permanent links to synths, mixers, or external mic preamps.

Switchable line level operation on the rear inputs helps match different pieces of equipment, keeping levels consistent and predictable. This layout suits studios that are growing over time, letting you add more hardware without changing how you work day to day.

Low-latency monitoring that keeps you focused

Custom low-latency USB-C drivers provide a responsive recording experience that feels immediate when tracking or overdubbing. Balanced TRS outputs give you clean, reliable connections to monitors, while the dedicated headphone amp offers clear and powerful personal monitoring.

Loopback audio is also on hand for streaming, podcasting, or routing audio between applications. It is a practical feature that simplifies modern content creation without relying on additional software or hardware workarounds.

A hub for modern hybrid studios

The LT 16 goes beyond standard interface duties with features aimed at hybrid and electronic setups. Standalone mic pre mode allows it to function as an eight-channel preamp without a computer, which is useful for live rigs or expanded recording chains.

DC-coupled outputs let you send control voltage directly from your DAW to modular or analog gear, bridging digital production and hands-on hardware control. Traditional 5-pin MIDI I/O rounds things off, connecting keyboards, drum machines, and sequencers with ease. Combined with the included Fender Studio Pro DAW, the LT 16 is ready to anchor a versatile studio setup.

Complete with Fender Studio Pro - perpetual licence

Fender Studio Pro is a full-featured digital audio workstation (DAW) designed to help musicians, producers, and creators write, record, edit, mix and master music in a single, professional environment.

The software brings together Fender’s celebrated amp and effects modelling, including Mustang and Rumble plugins, with advanced DAW features such as drag-and-drop workflows, Channel and Arrangement Overviews for clearer session navigation, and AI-assisted tools like chord suggestion and audio-to-MIDI conversion to streamline creativity. Its updated design makes it easier for guitarists at all levels to lay down ideas quickly while still offering the depth needed for full productions.

Features

• High-capacity 16-in/8-out USB-C audio interface tailored for advanced studio workflows and electronic music production

• Eight MAX-HD mic preamps provide 75 dB of transparent gain for capturing large ensembles, drum kits, or detailed multi-mic arrangements

• Dual instrument inputs designed by Fender deliver natural tone and dynamic response for guitars, basses, and other instruments

• Six front panel XLR/TRS combo inputs simplify access to frequently used sources during complex sessions

• Eight rear panel TRS line inputs with switchable level settings allow seamless integration of outboard gear such as mic pres, mixers, and synthesizers

• Balanced TRS main outputs and a powerful headphone amp support accurate and flexible monitoring in any studio environment

• Custom low-latency drivers and high-resolution converters ensure immediate response and professional-grade sound across the entire signal path

• Loopback routing enables easy mixing of system audio with session playback for podcasting, livestreaming, or sample capture

• Standalone Mixer Mode allows computer-free analog mixing using onboard controls for portable or hybrid setups

• Dedicated Mic Pre Mode repurposes all eight mic inputs into a standalone preamp unit for use with other audio systems

• DC-coupled outputs support control voltage signals from your DAW to modular synthesizers and analog gear

• 5-pin MIDI input and output offer direct connectivity to hardware controllers, sequencers, drum machines, and synths

• Includes a perpetual license for Fender Studio Pro, a professional DAW equipped with exclusive amp plug-ins and creative tools for recording, mixing, and production

• Built-in MyFender access provides a streamlined setup experience with quick registration, software downloads, and customer support

Specifications

Electronics

• Inputs: Sixteen - (Two XLR Combo Mic/Inst, Six XLR Combo Mic/Line, Eight TRS Line)

• Headphone Jack: 1/4" Stereo

• Line Out: Eight - 1/4" TRS Balanced

• Connectivity: USB-C®

• Voltage: 220-240V UK

• Phantom Power: +48 VDC

Performance

• Digital Audio Bit Depth: 24 Bit

• Digital Audio Dynamic Range: 115 dB

Inputs

• Instrument Input Connection Type: 1/4" TS

• Instrument Inputs Dynamic Range: 114 dB

• Instrument Inputs Frequency Response: 20 Hz To 20 kHz

• Instrument Inputs Maximum Level: +22 dBu

• Line Input Connection Type: 1/4" TRS Female

• Line Inputs Dynamic Range: 115 dB (+4 dBu) / 113 dB (-10 dBV)

• Line Inputs Frequency Response: 20 Hz To 20 kHz

• Line Inputs Maximum Level: +18 dBu

• Line Inputs Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.001 (+4 dBu) / 0.0009 (-10 dBV)

• Microphone Input Connection Type: XLR Female (Combo), Balanced

• Microphone Preamp Dynamic Range: 115 dB

• Microphone Preamp Equivalent Input Noise: -128.6 dBu

• Microphone Preamp Frequency Response: 20 Hz To 20 kHz

• Microphone Preamp Gain Control Range: 75 dB

• Microphone Preamp Maximum Input Level: +18 dBu

• Microphone Preamp Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.001

Outputs

• Headphone Outputs Connection Type: Not Provided

• Headphone Outputs Dynamic Range: 114 dB

• Headphone Outputs Frequency Response: 20 Hz To 20 kHz

• Headphone Outputs Maximum Output: 142 mW/Channel (60Ω Load)

• Headphone Outputs Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.01

• Line Outputs Connection Type: 1/4" TRS Female

• Line Outputs Maximum Output Level: +18 dBu

• Main And Line Outputs Dynamic Range: 115 dB

• Main And Line Outputs Frequency Response: 20 Hz To 20 kHz

• Main And Line Outputs Maximum Level: +18 dBu

• Main And Line Outputs Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.001

• Main Outputs Connection Type: 1/4" TRS Female

Hardware

• Audio Controls: Not Specified

• MIDI IO: 5-Pin Female DIN

Weight and Dimensions

• Shipping Dimensions: 1.75 x 5.00 x 19.00 In

• Shipping Weight: 4.80 Lb

• Shipping Length: 19.00 In

• Shipping Height: 1.75 In

• Shipping Width: 5.00 In

Physical

• Product Depth: 5" (127 Mm)

Accessories

• Included Accessories: 1.5M USB-C To USB-C Cable, Quick Start Guide

Miscellaneous

• Power Cable: 12 VDC, External Power Supply

• Supported Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz

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