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Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface

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18i8 (4 Mic Pres)
Interface

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Brand Focusrite
Compatible Devices Personal Computer
Supported Software All the Software
Connectivity Technology USB
Number of Channels 8

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  • with 4 Mic 2 Instrument Inputs; 8 Line Inputs
  • Bundled Software - Mac/Win
  • USB 2.0 Audio Interface
  • Dual Headphone Buses
  • 4 Analog Outputs

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What's in the box

  • Scarlett 18i8 3rd Generation
  • USB cable (Type C-A)
  • Power Supply
  • Product Description

    The third-generation Scarlett 18i8 is the perfect audio interface for recording engineers and producers who need to adapt to their recording environment. It offers eight analog inputs: four mic/line inputs, two high-impedance, high-headroom instrument inputs, and four additional fixed-line inputs on the rear. An optical input allows for expansion of up to eight additional channels for larger recording sessions. And with improved A-D and D-A conversion, your recordings and playback will sound clear and pronounced up to 24-bit/192kHz. Scarlett 18i8 features four of Focusrite's 3rd Gen Scarlett mic preamps with optional Air setting to reproduce the Air effect of their original ISA mic preamp, giving your vocal or acoustic recordings a brighter and more open sound. There’s a pad on every mic preamp to accommodate higher-level signals without clipping. Scarlett 18i8 offers two extra line outputs over the previous generation, and speaker switching technology for dual monitor setups. Two independent headphone outputs allow for both engineer and artist to monitor during recording sessions, and a pair of virtual loopback inputs allows you to capture a stereo feed of any combination of hardware input and software playback channels – making podcasting, live streaming and sampling tasks easier. Scarlett 18i8 is designed to stand up to days on the road, and connects straight to your Mac or PC via USB cable. Your Scarlett 18i8 comes with the Hitmaker Expansion, an unbeatable range of tried-and-tested studio tools from some of the biggest names in the business. The Hitmaker Expansion includes: Antares Auto-Tune Access, Relab LX480 Essentials, Softube Marshall® Silver Jubilee 2555, XLN Audio Addictive Keys, XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2, Three Month Splice Sounds Subscription, Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC, and Focusrite Red Plug-In Suite. Also included are Ableton Live Lite, and a Three Month Avid Pro Tools Artist subscription with their complete plugin bundle; all upon purchase, registration, and download. Interested in what headphones are compatible with Scarlett? Search 'Headphones' on the Focusrite help center for more information.


    From the manufacturer

    A compact, expandable 4 pre interface with extensive I/O

    A compact, expandable 4 pre interface with extensive I/O

    The 3rd Generation Scarlett 18i8 gives you all the tools to record all your instruments in studio quality, anywhere. With its high channel count, compact size and a huge selection of software in the box, 18i8 is ready to record your band wherever you are.

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    4.7 out of 5 stars
    2,583
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    Simultaneous I/O
    18 x 8 18 x 20 8 x 6 4 x 4
    Number of Preamps
    4 8 2 2
    Line Inputs
    8 8 6 4
    Analogue Outputs
    4 10 4 4
    Headphone Outputs
    2 2 2 1
    Main/Alt Speaker Switching
    Digital Inputs
    S/PDIF & ADAT input S/PIDIF & 2 x ADAT input S/PIDIF N/A
    Digital Outputs
    S/PIDIF S/PIDIF & 2 x ADAT input S/PIDIF N/A
    MIDI I/O
    Loopback
    Bus Powered
    Included PSU

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    4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Customers say

    Customers like the sound quality, ease of setup, and quality of the audio midi interface. For example, they mention it's a great product for audio production, and the vocals sound great. That said, opinions are mixed on performance, software, and latency.

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    66 customers mention57 positive9 negative

    Customers like the sound quality of the audio midi interface. They say it's a great product for audio production, with clear tones and air effect sounds cool. They also say it makes music production excellent by delivering clean and clear tonal reproduction.

    "...This filled in that gap with it being MIDI capable. My next option was multiple audio inputs and outputs. This more than covered my needs...." Read more

    "...Audio quality is fantastic of course, but the physical usability is what makes me love it.Absolutely perfect for my needs." Read more

    "...That Apollo Solo was so beautiful. Sounded so fantastic. Had features I could only dream about. Sadly, my setup just could not handle it...." Read more

    "...Paired with my Røde mic, my voiceover auditions have truly never sounded better compared to what I was using (Yeti Mic plugged directly into my Mac)...." Read more

    62 customers mention46 positive16 negative

    Customers find the setup of the audio midi interface to be pretty straightforward. They say the app it installed was easy to use and focusrite actually gives you step by step videos of setup. They also say the interface is not overly complex and works well with the programs they run. Customers also say that the features are straightforward and it's an all around decent DAW interface with decent mic pre's.

    "...Audio quality is fantastic of course, but the physical usability is what makes me love it.Absolutely perfect for my needs." Read more

    "...The features are straightforward. 4 line ins, MIDI, coax, 4 outs, 2 pres, 2 headphone jacks, and maybe some other things I forgot...." Read more

    "...The setup easy and comprehensive, providing an extremely user-friendly setup process to get you up and running not only with the device but also..." Read more

    "...Some of the instructions are lacking. After finding a way to download most of the software I found myself at a crossroads...." Read more

    50 customers mention46 positive4 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the audio midi interface. They mention that it is outstanding in every way, has a nice look, and is easy to use and set up. Some say that the software is a bit confusing to use, but the hardware is nice and is able to provide excellent sound. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "...Everything on the Focusrite side is in perfect condition. Downloading everything is simple due to a lack of a DVD drive...." Read more

    "...Absolutely perfect for my needs." Read more

    "Hardware is great. Feels and looks top quality. Controls are smooth as silk and feel solid. The software is just OK...." Read more

    "...Focusrite shows promise. Great hardware, a proven track record of support as far as continuing to develop software for older devices.....but..." Read more

    19 customers mention14 positive5 negative

    Customers like the connectivity of the audio midi interface. They say it has a variety of connections for a wide variety of uses and even allows you to upgrade to more connections. The device is small and easy to use, with 10 great inputs out of the box. It has 8 inputs and 6 outputs, making it great for connecting a mixer board. The 1/4 inch LINE LEVEL inputs are great for adding extra mics. The convenient pair of inputs or outputs allows for selecting a pair of channels to satisfy any producer or mixing. Overall, customers are happy with the connectivity and functionality of the product.

    "...It had separate headphone and monitor outs and enough inputs that I wouldn't have to juggle things ever again...." Read more

    "...This is extremely convenient, as it allows for selecting a pair of inputs or outputs from various windows apps rather easily...." Read more

    "...Not only can you set up multiple monitors and speakers to the output ports, you can send custom mixes through each of them and basically use this..." Read more

    "...18i20. The preamps are fantastic, tons of features, tons of IOs, great interface software that lets you control the air,pad,line/mic selector...." Read more

    48 customers mention26 positive22 negative

    Customers are mixed about the performance of the audio midi interface. Some mention that it works excellent with it so far, and works great for both applications. However, others say that the unit is still malfunctioning, the link connection from ADAT's does not work, and the interface will not work without downloading the Focusrite control software.

    "...and have test it out for streaming purposes as well---works great for both applications...." Read more

    "...My other issue is with a bundled reverb. It crashes my DAW of choice every single time...." Read more

    "...-not as fancy preamps+the sample rate on this just works..." Read more

    "...So if you are struggling with this unit and having the occasional drop-out problems I was, thendefinitely try the following:1...." Read more

    31 customers mention14 positive17 negative

    Customers are mixed about the software that comes with the audio midi interface. Some mention that it's great, supportive, and just OK, while others say that it is confusing and severely lacking in software capabilities. They also complain that you need to install the software and turn the channels on via the lack of a provided user manual.

    "...The software is just OK. I think the interface could be even clearer with a few routing diagrams instead of separate screens for ins/outs...." Read more

    "...The preamps are fantastic, tons of features, tons of IOs, great interface software that lets you control the air,pad,line/mic selector...." Read more

    "...to develop software for older devices.....but severely lacking in software capabilities." Read more

    "Built solid and controls are good.The supportive software are great!..." Read more

    11 customers mention7 positive4 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the latency of the audio midi interface. Some mention that it has no latency, is great for zero latency monitoring, and has the same speed and quality as other products. However, others say that it makes buzzing sound and has latency issues.

    "...+on this there is no buffering or severe latency compared to some of the settings i have to tweak on the apollo to get what i need..." Read more

    "...him results of the tests, and he noticed the usbport.sys driver had a rather high latency, and suggested updating drivers from the manufacturer...." Read more

    "...That’s great for zero latency monitoring but if you have multiple guitars mic’d up and only want to hear one at a time while recording, the settings..." Read more

    "...It’s a paperless delivery. Unlike the old days, there is no no manual or detailed “QuickStart” guide in the box...." Read more

    Easy to install and great tech support!
    5 Stars
    Easy to install and great tech support!
    I was in need of a new interface after my tascam 1616 usb went bad. The Scarlett 18i8 is an excellent interface. Sound quality and pre’s are very good. Installation was just basically plug and go on my iMac. No problems so far integrating with Logic Pro X. The free plugins are well made and easy to use. I had a problem with one of the installations and tech support was quick to respond and real helpful.
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