Scarlett 18i20 is the industry-leading USB audio interface for project studios, with pro-grade converters taken directly from Focusrite’s flagship RedNet range. It’s ideal for tracking; the eight 4th Gen mic preamps have an impressive 69dB of gain, capable of capturing the most dynamic performances, with Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes taking care of levels so you can focus on the take.
Scarlett 18i20 is also the perfect hub to integrate your DAW and hardware with more than enough analogue and digital I/O to connect a huge number of external instruments, processors, and effects, and manage complex routing with incredible ease via Focusrite Control 2 software.
Features
- 18 inputs and 20 outputs; including eight mic preamps, line, instrument, and MIDI I/O
Fully equipped for demanding project studios with ADAT, SPDIF, and Word Clock I/O - 4th Gen pre-amps with 69dB of gain
The legendary preamps now have even more gain and are remote controllable - Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes
18i20 can automatically manage levels so engineers can focus on capturing the performance - Re-engineered Air mode with Presence and Harmonic Drive
Analogue circuitry and onboard DSP that emulates the sound of studio consoles and the classic ISA - Low latency monitoring
Direct routing and six internal mixers to send audio wherever you need to in super-low latency - 24-bit, 192 kHz conversion with 122dB of dynamic range
The same AD/DA converters as Focusrite’s flagship RedNet range - Focusrite Control 2 software and mobile app
Instantly set up mixes and manage levels on your computer, or remotely from a mobile device - Two powerful custom-designed headphone amps
Engineer and artist can independently monitor with high-quality playback on any headphones - A/B speaker switching and built-in talkback microphone
Essential features for serious project studios with multiple monitor rigs and control rooms - Dynamic metering for input and outputs
Get instant visual indication of your input and output levels from the hardware - Included production software
Comes with Pro Tools Intro+ for Focusrite, Ableton Live Lite, six months of FL Studio Producer Edition, and a suite of instruments, processors, and effects - Easy Start tool
Get up and running immediately with Focusrite’s driver installation and getting started tool
Specifications
- Weight: 3.3kg
- Dimensions: 44.2cm x 25.9cm x 4.6cm