Fender has expanded beyond guitars and amps into audio interfaces. Here's everything you need to know about the new Fender Studio range, from portable options to full professional setups.
If you took the time to ask a stranger to draw the silhouette of an electric guitar, they would likely present you with something that looks at least a little bit like a classic Fender Stratocaster. Fender is a name so synonymous with electric guitars and basses that iconic designs like the Stratocaster, Telecaster, Jazz Bass, Precision Bass, Jaguar and Jazzmaster have remained relatively unchanged for over 50 years.
The brand has never been one to shy away from innovation either – bringing modern designs like the beloved Meteora into the lineup and taking the amp modelling market by storm with the Mustang Micro and Tone Master Pro. More recently, Fender expanded its ecosystem in a significant direction with the acquisition of PreSonus in late 2021. As of January this year, that acquisition has fully taken shape: Studio One Pro 8 is now Fender Studio Pro 8, complete with native Fender amp and effects plugins, while PreSonus’ Quantum and AudioBox interface ranges are transitioning to the Fender brand as the Fender Quantum Series and Fender AudioBox, respectively. PreSonus continues to operate as a subsidiary of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation.
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With more musicians exploring home recording than ever before, the timing makes sense. Fender’s Studio interface lineup now spans the full spectrum of the market – from a simple portable interface for home demos to a professional-grade hub capable of anchoring a working studio.
Fender AudioBox GO
The entry point in the Fender Studio range, the AudioBox GO is a compact 2-in/2-out USB-C audio interface designed to prioritise portability without sacrificing sound quality. It provides a combo XLR input with switchable 48V phantom power and a dedicated ¼” instrument input for plug-and-play guitar and bass recording. It also ships with six months of free access to Fender Studio Pro 8, giving you everything you need to start tracking, mixing and mastering from day one.
Fender Quantum LT4 FX2
The Quantum LT4 FX2 is a 4-in/2-out audio interface designed with duos and content creators in mind. Two low-noise MAX-HD microphone preamps deliver up to +75dB of gain, making it a comfortable match for anything from dynamic to condenser microphones. Low-latency drivers and professional-quality converters keep things running smoothly, while integration with Fender Studio Pro and Universal Control allows remote management from any compatible phone, computer or tablet. A standalone mode also lets the LT4 FX2 function as a straightforward analogue mixer when needed.
Fender Quantum LT2 Creator Bundle
A well-considered starter pack for aspiring producers and content creators, the Quantum LT2 Creator Bundle pairs the LT2 2-in/2-out USB-C audio interface with a PreSonus M7 condenser microphone and PreSonus HD7 monitoring headphones. Straight out of the box, it’s set up to capture high-quality, low-noise voice recordings – a solid foundation for anyone getting started without wanting to compromise on the important details.
Fender Quantum LT16 16×8 USB-C
The Quantum LT16 steps things up considerably with eight MAX-HD preamps and plenty of flexibility for larger ensembles and multi-microphone setups. Eight combo XLR inputs sit on the front panel, with an additional eight TRS inputs on the rear. Custom low-latency drivers and quality converters keep the signal chain clean, and the unit ships with a perpetual licence for Fender Studio Pro – which makes the overall package strong value for the spec on offer.
Fender Quantum HD2 20×24 USB-C
Aimed at the discerning professional, the HD2 20×24 offers 32-bit/192kHz converters for high-quality capture of ensemble, band and vocal recordings in a studio environment. Auto-gain speeds up setup, while reamp outputs allow experimentation with different amplifier and pedal configurations without the need for external impedance-matching equipment. Its compact footprint makes it a practical choice for project studios and mobile recording rigs alike.
Fender Quantum HD8 26×30 USB-C
The flagship of the range, the Quantum HD8 26×30 expands I/O via 16 ADAT channels, additional TRS outputs and S/PDIF connectivity – more than enough to anchor any working studio. Flexible DSP monitoring and loopback routing support streaming, podcasting and multi-application recording, while the ability to output to multiple monitoring sources makes it well-suited to studios running a large microphone array. It’s a setup that scales as your needs grow.
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