Thunderbolt™ 3 Audio Interface
Welcome to the New Standard
The Horizon 16 is the definitive 34-in / 34-out Thunderbolt 3 audio Interface for the professional project studio. It delivers 16×16 channels of primary analogue I/O via four industry-standard DB25 connectors, providing a transparent bridge for boutique outboard racks and summing workflows.
With 0.99ms round-trip latency and Elite 32-bit Mastering-Grade Converters, Horizon 16 eliminates technical friction, ensuring only the uncoloured character of your analogue chain remains. Welcome to the new standard of conversion.
Feature Overview
3 Year Warranty
Protection and peace of mind.
Trusted by Thousands
A choice you can rely on.
Made to Last
All Metal Construction.
Highlights
Pure Signal Path Integrity
32 channels of Elite I/O conversion capture the uncoloured character of your outboard preamps and stereo processors.
Near-Zero Latency
0.99ms round-trip latency @ 192kHz means tracking through native plugins with zero perceived lag.
133dB Reference Path
133dB of dynamic range ensures your final capture retains the full width and detail of the analogue source
Massive Scalability
The Horizon Thunderbolt 3 driver supports expansion up to a 200 x 200 I/O ecosystem for larger facilities.
At a glance
Total I/O
34in | 34out
Thunderbolt 3 Interface
32 Channels of Elite I/O Conversion
Via 4 x Industry-Standard DB25
Elite 133dB Dynamic Range
Dedicated Stereo Monitor Outputs
For independent reference listening
Dedicated Stereo Mix-Bus Inputs
For final mix bus-to-digital capture
BNC Word Clock I/O
With switchable internal termination
Unified System Expansion
Support for 200 x 200 I/O across 4 units
Dual ADAT I/O
For 16 Channels of Digital Expansion
Hear nothing but the truth
Mastering-Grade Conversion
The Horizon 16 features high-performance 32-bit AD/DA converters delivering a staggering 133dB of dynamic range. This is conversion without compromise, providing the absolute transparency required to identify micro-details in a mix and make critical decisions with total confidence.
Flagship ESS Converters
Features ES9823PRO and ES9039 converters - the highest-performing chips available, selected for unrivalled depth and imaging.
Precision Transient Capture
Ultra-low noise OPA1602 and OPA1612 op-amps ensure fast, percussive transients are captured with surgical precision.
Ultra-Low Jitter Clocking
Features hybrid analogue/digital PLL circuits for reliable jitter attenuation and rock-solid stereo imaging.
Native Performance
Power without restrictions
Ditch proprietary DSP and restrictive ecosystems. Horizon 16 utilises a high-bandwidth Thunderbolt 3 connection to deliver 0.99ms round-trip latency (192kHz / 64-sample buffer) – the benchmark for real-time native monitoring.
Total Plugin Freedom
Run your entire VST/AU/AAX library at professional speeds using your Mac’s full processing power.
Sub-Millisecond Performance
Achieve near-zero latency for mission-critical monitoring and real-time signal processing.
Rock-Solid TB3 Driver
Minimises CPU overhead and buffering for rock-solid, high resolution performance in large-scale sessions.
Future-proof your studio
Massive Scalability
Never outgrow your interface. Horizon’s Thunderbolt 3 architecture allows you to scale from a single 16-channel unit to a massive 200-in x 200-out studio centrepiece without ever changing your workflow.
Unified 200×200 Rig
Daisy-chain up to four Horizon units for a staggering 200-in / 200-out total capacity on a single MacOS driver.
*Daisychaining multiple units requires a BNC cable per unit.
Unified MacOS Driver
Manage up to 400 channels of unified routing and synchronisation through a single software panel and host connection.
Digital Expansion
Dual ADAT I/O per unit provides additional digital connections for external preamps and more.
Frictionless Software & Monitoring
Built for session speed
Manage your signal flow with Horizon Control and the high-resolution Motion UI hardware display. Achieve total command over your studio with software-hardware integration designed for session speed.
Routing Matrix
Route any input to any output instantly within the software.
Custom Monitoring
Define bespoke layouts and instantly switch between multiple speaker sets.
Extensive Metering
Monitor all D-Sub banks simultaneously with accurate hardware feedback.
Professional Monitoring
Access Mono, Polarity, Dim, and Reference Level controls.
More I/O for your gear
Dedicated Mix-Bus Capture
Maximise your workflow without sacrificing primary inputs. The Horizon 16 features a dedicated Stereo Mix-Bus Path, so you can record your final console or summing box mix-down without ever unplugging your gear. Keep all 16 D-Sub I/O permanently connected to your outboard racks while having a dedicated ‘Print Path’ for your master bus.
Professional Utility
Selectable Reference Levels
Calibrate your I/O to perfectly match your analogue gear’s sweet spot and headroom ( +18dBu, +24dBu).
BNC Word Clock I/O
Integrate seamlessly into complex digital environments with dedicated sync I/O and switchable internal termination.
Optimised for Modern Macs
Seamless macOS integration and improved security without disabling system settings.
Silent Thermal Design
High-efficiency fanless cooling ensures silent operation, critical for machine-room-free control rooms.
Built to Last
Housed in a rugged 1RU full-metal chassis with a sleek black finish, the Horizon 16 is a durable, long-term investment in your studio’s future. Backed by a three-year warranty, it is built to handle 24/7 operation in the world’s most demanding studios.
Height
4.45cm
Width
48.3cm
Depth
33cm
Weight
4.05kgs
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Register your Audient products in ARC and unlock full access to everything you need to get started and stay supported, including free plugins and software from our industry leading partners.
Thunderbolt™ 3 Audio Interface
Welcome to the New Standard
The Horizon 16 is the definitive 34-in / 34-out Thunderbolt 3 audio Interface for the professional project studio. It delivers 16×16 channels of primary analogue I/O via four industry-standard DB25 connectors, providing a transparent bridge for boutique outboard racks and summing workflows.
With 0.99ms round-trip latency and Elite 32-bit Mastering-Grade Converters, Horizon 16 eliminates technical friction, ensuring only the uncoloured character of your analogue chain remains. Welcome to the new standard of conversion.
3 year warranty
Trusted by thousands
Built to last
Highlights
Pure Signal Path Integrity
32 channels of Elite I/O conversion capture the uncoloured character of your outboard preamps and stereo processors.
Near-Zero Latency
0.99ms round-trip latency @ 192kHz means tracking through native plugins with zero perceived lag.
133dB Reference Path
133dB of dynamic range ensures your final capture retains the full width and detail of the analogue source
Massive Scalability
The Horizon Thunderbolt 3 driver supports expansion up to a 200 x 200 I/O ecosystem for larger facilities.
At a glance
Total I/O
34in | 34out
Total I/O
16in | 16out
32 Channels of Elite I/O Conversion
Dedicated Stereo Monitor Outputs
For independent reference listening
Dedicated Stereo Mix-Bus Inputs
For final mix bus-to-digital capture
Elite 133dB Dynamic Range
Dual ADAT I/O
16 Channels of Digital Expansion
BNC Word Clock I/O
With switchable internal termination
0.99ms
Round-trip Latency
192kHz
High-resolution audio
Thunderbolt™ 3
Hear nothing but the truth
Mastering-Grade Conversion
The Horizon 16 features high-performance 32-bit AD/DA converters delivering a staggering 133dB of dynamic range. This is conversion without compromise, providing the absolute transparency required to identify micro-details in a mix and make critical decisions with total confidence.
Flagship ESS Converters
Features ES9823PRO and ES9039 converters - the highest-performing chips available, selected for unrivalled depth and imaging.
Precision Transient Capture
Ultra-low noise OPA1602 and OPA1612 op-amps ensure fast, percussive transients are captured with surgical precision.
Ultra-Low Jitter Clocking
Features hybrid analogue/digital PLL circuits for reliable jitter attenuation and rock-solid stereo imaging.
Power without restrictions
Native Performance
Ditch proprietary DSP and restrictive ecosystems. Horizon 16 utilises a high-bandwidth Thunderbolt 3 connection to deliver 0.99ms round-trip latency (192kHz / 64-sample buffer) – the benchmark for real-time native monitoring.
Total Plugin Freedom
Run your entire VST/AU/AAX library at professional speeds using your Mac’s full processing power.
Sub-Millisecond Performance
Achieve near-zero latency for mission-critical monitoring and real-time signal processing.
Rock-Solid TB3 Driver
Minimises CPU overhead and buffering for rock-solid, high resolution performance in large-scale sessions.
Future-proof your studio
Massive Scalability
Never outgrow your interface. Horizon’s Thunderbolt 3 architecture allows you to scale from a single 16-channel unit to a massive 200-in x 200-out studio centrepiece without ever changing your workflow.
Unified 200×200 Rig
Daisy-chain up to four Horizon units for a staggering 200-in / 200-out total capacity on a single MacOS driver.
*Daisychaining multiple units requires a BNC cable per unit.
Unified MacOS Driver
Manage up to 400 channels of unified routing and synchronisation through a single software panel and host connection.
Digital Expansion
Dual ADAT I/O per unit provides additional digital connections for external preamps and more.
Built for session speed
Frictionless Software
Manage high channel counts easily with Horizon Control and the high-resolution Motion UI hardware display. Achieve total command over your signal flow with a software-hardware integration designed for session speed.
Routing Matrix
Route any input to any output instantly within the software.
Custom Monitoring
Define bespoke layouts and instantly switch between multiple speaker sets.
Extensive Metering
Monitor all D-Sub banks simultaneously with accurate hardware feedback.
Professional Monitoring
Access Mono, Polarity, Dim, and Reference Level controls.
More I/O for your gear
Dedicated Mix-Bus Capture
Maximise your workflow without sacrificing primary inputs. The Horizon 16 features a dedicated Stereo Mix-Bus Path, so you can record your final console or summing box mix-down without ever unplugging your gear.
Keep all 32 D-Sub I/O permanently connected to your outboard racks while having a dedicated ‘Print Path’ for your master bus.
Professional Utility
Selectable Reference Levels
Calibrate your I/O to perfectly match your analogue gear's sweet spot and headroom ( +18dBu, +24dBu).
BNC Word Clock I/O
Integrate seamlessly into complex digital environments with dedicated sync I/O and switchable internal termination.
Optimised for Modern Macs
Seamless macOS integration and improved security without disabling system settings.
Silent Thermal Design
High-efficiency fanless cooling ensures silent operation, critical for machine-room-free control rooms.
Built to Last
Housed in a rugged 1RU full-metal chassis with a sleek black finish, the Horizon 16 is a durable, long-term investment in your studio’s future. Backed by a three-year warranty, it is built to handle 24/7 operation in the world’s most demanding studios.
Height
4.45cm
Width
48.3cm
Depth
33cm
Weight
4.05kgs
Unlock £650+ worth of free software
Register your Audient products in ARC and unlock full access to everything you need to get started and stay supported, including free plugins and software from our industry leading partners.