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Arturia Fuse series
Arturia logo
TypeAudio interface
ConnectionUSB-C, USB 2.0
Power consumptionUSB bus-powered / DC power supply

The Arturia Fuse series is a line of USB audio interfaces produced by the French music technology company Arturia. First introduced in 2015, the product line consists of two main series: the MiniFuse series targeting entry-level users and the AudioFuse series aimed at professional and semi-professional markets.[1]

History

Arturia, previously known primarily for software synthesizers and MIDI controllers, announced its entry into the hardware audio interface market with the original AudioFuse at the 2015 NAMM Show. [2] This initial model featured a combination of analog and digital connections in a desktop form factor.

In 2019, Arturia expanded the AudioFuse line with the AudioFuse Studio, a desktop interface offering increased channel count and Bluetooth connectivity, and the AudioFuse 8Pre, a rackmount eight-channel preamplifier and ADAT expander.[3]

In October 2021, the company launched the MiniFuse series (consisting of the MiniFuse 1, MiniFuse 2, and MiniFuse 4) to target the entry-level home studio, podcasting, and mobile production markets.[4] In 2023, Arturia announced the AudioFuse 16Rig, a high-density, multi-channel interface optimized for synthesizer-heavy setups and electronic music production.[5]

Product Range

MiniFuse Series

The MiniFuse models are USB-C audio interfaces that draw power from the host computer's USB bus. They are designed for portable and desktop use. [6]

  • MiniFuse 1: Provides one combination XLR-1/4" input and two outputs
  • MiniFuse 2: Offers two combination inputs, two outputs, MIDI input and output, and a single USB Type-A port
  • MiniFuse 4: Features four combination inputs, four outputs, dual headphone outputs, and two USB Type-A ports
  • Champagne Edition: Limited variants of the MiniFuse 1 and 2 with a metallic finish

AudioFuse Series

The AudioFuse line provides higher channel counts and additional connectivity options compared to the MiniFuse series.

  • AudioFuse (Original): Desktop unit with four analog inputs, four outputs, word clock I/O, S/PDIF, ADAT, and a three-port USB hub
  • AudioFuse Studio: Desktop interface with 18 inputs and 20 outputs, four microphone preamplifiers, dedicated re-amping outputs, monitor switching controls, and Bluetooth audio reception
  • AudioFuse 8Pre: Rackmount unit functioning as either a standalone eight-channel preamplifier/interface or as an ADAT expander
  • AudioFuse 16Rig: 1U rackmount interface with 16 analog line inputs, 20 outputs, dual ADAT I/O, word clock, and internal mixer routing
  • AudioFuse X8 IN / X8 OUT: Half-rack expansion units providing eight channels of ADAT-based analog-to-digital or digital-to-analog conversion

Technical specifications

According to manufacturer specifications, devices in the Fuse series support:

  • DiscretePRO microphone preamplifiers (in AudioFuse models) with specified equivalent input noise of -131 dBu (A-weighted) and frequency response within ±0.06 dB from 20 Hz to 20 kHz[7]
  • Inclusion of the AudioFuse Creative Suite software bundle with select virtual instruments and effects from Arturia's FX Collection.

Reception

The Fuse range has generally been praised for physical construction, comprehensive connectivity, and included software value, though reviewers have raised technical trade-offs.

In its review of the original AudioFuse, Sound on Sound praised its versatile I/O, on-board monitor control features (such as talkback and speaker switching), and integrated USB hub. However, the reviewer criticized its complex direct monitoring routing and noted that its low-latency driver performance on Windows was undistinguished compared to competitors with custom-written drivers.[7]

The MiniFuse series received positive reviews for its ease of use and price-to-performance ratio. MusicRadar highlighted the MiniFuse 2's clean preamp stage and robust physical build, though they noted the lack of dedicated manual controls for line-level inputs on the back panel.[6]

Hardware Comparison

Model Category Introduced Analog I/O Digital I/O Key Features
MiniFuse 1 Entry-level 2021 1-in / 2-out None Bus-powered, compact
MiniFuse 2 Entry-level 2021 2-in / 2-out None MIDI I/O, 1-port USB hub
MiniFuse 4 Entry-level 2021 4-in / 4-out None Dual headphone outs, 2-port USB hub
AudioFuse (Original) Professional 2015 4-in / 4-out ADAT, S/PDIF Talkback, speaker switching, re-amping, 3-port hub
AudioFuse Studio Professional 2019 18-in / 20-out ADAT, S/PDIF Bluetooth audio receiver, 4 preamps, re-amping
AudioFuse 8Pre Professional 2019 8-in / 8-out ADAT Rackmount, dual-mode (Interface / Expander)
AudioFuse 16Rig Professional 2023 16-in / 20-out ADAT, Word Clock Standalone mixer, 16 line inputs, DC-coupled outs

See also

References

  1. ^ Arturia. "Arturia - The Sound Explorers". Retrieved May 26, 2026.
  2. ^ Inglis, Sam (October 2015). "Arturia AudioFuse – first look". Sound on Sound. Retrieved May 26, 2026.
  3. ^ Arturia (2019). "AudioFuse Studio and AudioFuse 8Pre now available". Retrieved May 26, 2026.
  4. ^ Arturia (2021). "MiniFuse series brings professional sound to creators". Retrieved May 26, 2026.
  5. ^ Arturia (2023). "AudioFuse 16Rig Product Page". Retrieved May 26, 2026.
  6. ^ a b MusicRadar (March 2021). "MiniFuse 2 – compact interface with big sound". Retrieved May 26, 2026.
  7. ^ a b Inglis, Sam (August 2017). "Arturia AudioFuse". Sound on Sound. Retrieved May 26, 2026.

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