Soundcraft Ui16 16-input Remote Controlled Digital Mixer
Description
Soundcraft Ui16 16-Input Remote Controlled Digital Mixer
The Soundcraft Ui16 delivers mixing control via tablet, phone, or laptop—ideal for home studio setups, overdub sessions, and hybrid recording workflows where console real estate is limited. Its intuitive remote interface provides hands-on responsiveness without tethering to a fixed mixing position, making it equally effective for tracking multiple sources, mixing during playback, and streaming monitoring. Built into a compact 4U rack format with rugged construction, this mixer handles everything from solo artist recording to full-band tracking sessions with transparent, artifact-free signal integrity.
Design & Build
The 19" (4U) rack-mountable chassis weighs less than 4 kilos and features floor-ready rugged construction, allowing flexible placement in home studio racks, project studios, or portable recording rigs. Its compact footprint and durable build integrate seamlessly into standard studio furniture while maintaining the mechanical integrity needed for sustained use across multiple recording sessions.
Connectivity & Control
Remote control via Wi-Fi and Ethernet allows up to 10 simultaneous devices to connect and manage the mixer using iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and Linux without requiring a dedicated app—any HTML5-capable browser provides full access. USB 2.0 ports handle both media playback and direct recording to your DAW, while dedicated HDMI display output connects external monitors for visual mixing feedback during tracking, mixing, and monitoring sessions in home or professional studio environments.
Key Features
- Eight XLR combo mic/line inputs, four XLR mic inputs, two Hi-Z/instrument inputs, and stereo RCA line input
- Four balanced XLR auxiliary outputs, two quarter-inch headphone outputs with level control, and balanced stereo main outputs (XLR and quarter-inch)
- Per-channel 4-band parametric EQ, high-pass filter, compressor, de-esser, and noise gate on all input channels
- Output processing: 31-band graphic EQ, noise gate, and compressor
- Three dedicated Lexicon FX busses providing Reverb, Delay, and Chorus effects
- 2-channel USB media player supporting MP3, WAV, and AIFF formats with USB recording capability
- Built-in signal processing from dbx (including AFS2 automatic feedback suppression), DigiTech Amp Modeling, and Lexicon effects
- Remote control from any device via Wi-Fi or Ethernet with simultaneous 10-device connectivity
- 19" (4U) rack-mountable format weighing less than 4 kilos with rugged floor-ready chassis
- No dedicated app required—full control via HTML5 browser on iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and Linux
The Ui16 combines comprehensive analog I/O, professional-grade digital processing, and untethered remote control to deliver mixing flexibility and responsiveness that adapts to your recording and production workflow.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | China |
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At a Glance
The Ui16 is a 16-input networked digital mixer that records and plays back audio over USB while letting you mix from any browser on any device—ideal for home studios, podcast setups, and hybrid recording/streaming workflows. Studio owners and producers gain per-channel EQ, compression, gating, and three dedicated Lexicon FX busses, plus the flexibility to monitor and adjust levels remotely during tracking or mixing sessions. Choose it to eliminate the need for a large-format console while maintaining transparent, artifact-free signal integrity and professional-grade processing in a compact 4U footprint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I really control this mixer from my phone or tablet without installing an app?
Yes—the Ui16 connects via Wi-Fi or Ethernet and works with any HTML5-capable browser on iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, or Linux. Up to 10 devices can connect and control the mixer simultaneously, so multiple band members or crew can adjust levels in real time.
What inputs and outputs does it have?
The Ui16 includes eight XLR combo mic/line inputs, four dedicated XLR mic inputs, two Hi-Z instrument inputs, and stereo RCA line input. It outputs via four XLR auxiliary channels, two quarter-inch headphone outputs with level control, and balanced stereo mains (both XLR and quarter-inch).
What processing and effects come built in?
Every input channel gets a 4-band parametric EQ, high-pass filter, compressor, de-esser, and noise gate. The output has a 31-band graphic EQ, noise gate, and compressor, plus three dedicated Lexicon FX busses for reverb, delay, and chorus. It also includes dbx automatic feedback suppression and DigiTech amp modeling.
How is this mixer powered for road use and installation?
The Ui16 is housed in a rugged 19-inch (4U) rack-mountable chassis weighing less than 4 kilos with floor-ready construction, designed for sustained touring, fixed installations, and venues with limited space. USB 2.0 ports support both media playback and recording, while HDMI display output connects external monitors for visual feedback in larger rigs.
Can I record and play back audio with this mixer?
Yes—the built-in 2-channel USB media player handles MP3, WAV, and AIFF files, and the mixer can record audio over USB, making it suitable for live streaming, backing tracks, or capturing mixing sessions in the studio or on stage.