New Features
- The factory preset now has LFE boost (+10 dB) enabled by default.
Improvements
- Updated the capped gain value for headphones.
Bug Fixes
- Fixed a high-pitched noise that could appear in A/B Outs 5/6.
- Fixed a bug that could cause no sound to be output at startup.
Connect the AudioFuse 16Rig to your computer via USB (avoid USB hubs). Open AudioFuse Control Center and select your device. Click "Upgrade to Latest" to download and install the firmware automatically. Do not disconnect during the update.
What you need
AudioFuse Control Center — the software Arturia uses to load firmware onto the Arturia AudioFuse 16Rig. Download links below.
7 releases since Oct 2023, roughly one every 3 months.
Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.
Version 2.0.1 — 7 Apr 2025
Release notes for this version are listed above.
Version 2.0.0 — 22 Jan 2025
New Features
- Immersive Monitoring System supporting up to 16-channels using any combination of Line or ADAT outputs.
- Volume control, DIM, Mute and reference level reset for all immersive monitors.
- Precise level matching for all immersive monitor, +/- 6dB with 0.1dB steps.
- Accurate time-alignment for all immersive monitors, up to 20ms with 0.01ms steps.
- Comprehensive bass management with individually settable crossover and filter slopes for all channels.
- A/V “lip sync” delay to synchronize audio and external video.
- Pink Noise test tone generator for setup and troubleshooting.
- Groups function for easy solo/mute of immersive speaker sets.
- Multichannel VU metering for all speakers (in both HW and AFCC).
- Main Mixer can now be controlled using MIDI from USB Devices.
Improvements
- Reduced the audio parameters smoothing for more responsive user experience.
- Easy-to-see popup displays to show warnings or changes to Monitor or Phones level.
- REF (return to reference level) function to immediately return to a calibrated loudness level.
- “Monitor Knob Lock” prevents accidental changes to output levels from Monitor knob.
- “Mute Button Mode” determines muting behavior (i.e., monitors only or all outputs).
- “Safety Mute” automatically mutes when disabling immersive monitoring or changing presets (this can be disabled).
- Send CUE mix to multiple destinations.
- More PPQN options for clock output.
- “Auto-Restart” option after power cut (can be configured to stay off).
- Faster shutdown (hold “A” button for only 1 second now).
Bug Fixes
- Mute now works when B Monitors are active.
- Headphones now mute when Phones knob is set to minimum.
Version 1.3.5 — 18 Nov 2024
Bug Fixes
- ADAT: Corrected an inversion of ADAT channels 9 to 16.
- Display: Resolved an issue where the Monitor meter operated in post-fader mode at 48 kHz and 192 kHz sample rates.
Version 1.3.3 — 28 Oct 2024
New Features
- Clock Management: Updated external clock source management for improved stability and clarity.
- Display: Reworked VU meters on the device for improved readability.
- Display: Updated preferred clock source display on the device for improved readability.
- Monitoring: Level can be set from -90dB to 0dB (was -60dB to 0dB).
- Boot: USB Hub ports (front/back) now provide power even when in standalone mode.
- Boot: Added Full Factory Reset button combination (Power up the device while holding the "INS", "OUTS", and "A" buttons simultaneously).
Improvements
- Clocks: Improved startup clock management (device now keeps the previous Sample Rate/Clock source when booting).
- Monitoring: Updated monitor knob driver for smoother operation.
- Display: Changed the Monitor Output minimum value to -inf (muted) when going under -90dB.
- Display: Added special characters support to all fonts.
Bug Fixes
- ADAT: Fixed "Force SMUX" feature.
- ADAT: Fixed errors on ADAT Input 2 port when operating at 88.2/96k sample rates.
- ADAT: Fixed clicks/noises on specific ADAT channels when used in direct monitoring.
- Analog Outputs: Fixed performance bug on Rear Line Output converters.
- Presets: Fixed issue where the unit cannot be powered off when loading certain user presets.
- Monitoring: Fixed issue where the monitor mutes when DIM starts before reaching -inf.
- Mixer: Fixed issue with the Cue Mixer ON/OFF button.
- Input Management: Resolved inconsistencies in front-rear switches.
- Input Management: Fixed issue where inputs 1/2 were not unlinked when clicking on both In 1 and In 2.
- Display: Corrected display of artifacts on some widgets.
- Display: Resolved output refresh issue on the output selection view.
- Display: Fixed issue where underscores appeared as "?" in preset names.
Version 1.2.2 — 27 Jun 2024
Bug Fixes
- Added DC Blocking to analog inputs to eliminate DC offset
Improvements
- Optimized line output D/A converters to enhance stability and improve THD
- Improved firmware update process
Version 1.1.9 — 14 Dec 2023
Bug Fixes
- No more memory recall issue in boot sequence
Version 1.1.5 — 12 Oct 2023
- AudioFuse 16Rig first firmware release
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Arturia AudioFuse 16Rig firmware FAQ
What is the latest firmware for the Arturia AudioFuse 16Rig?
The latest firmware for the Arturia AudioFuse 16Rig is version 2.0.1, released on 7 Apr 2025. FW//RADAR last checked Arturia's official page on 27 Oct 2026.
How do I update the Arturia AudioFuse 16Rig?
Connect the AudioFuse 16Rig to your computer via USB (avoid USB hubs). Open AudioFuse Control Center and select your device. Full instructions on Arturia's official firmware page.
What software do I need to update the Arturia AudioFuse 16Rig?
You need AudioFuse Control Center, available from arturia.com.
Where can I download Arturia AudioFuse 16Rig firmware and drivers?
Directly from Arturia's official firmware page — FW//RADAR links to the source and never hosts firmware files. Official firmware page →
Where can I find the Arturia AudioFuse 16Rig manual?