Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 3rd Generation Audio Interface

How can you elevate your audio recording and production capabilities? The Scarlett 18i8 3rd Gen USB Interface with Software Suite is your answer. This third-generation audio interface is an essential tool for recording engineers and producers, designed to adapt to any recording environment.

It boasts eight analogue inputs, including four mic/line inputs, two high-impedance, high-headroom instrument inputs, and four additional fixed-line inputs on the rear. This allows for versatile connectivity and ensures you're ready for any recording scenario.

The Scarlett 18i8 also features an optical input, enabling expansion of up to eight additional channels, perfect for larger recording sessions. With improved A-D and D-A conversion, your recordings and playback will resonate with clarity and precision up to 24-bit/192kHz, a crucial aspect in perfecting your mix.

This audio interface is equipped with four of Focusrite's top-performing third-generation Scarlett mic preamps. The optional Air setting reproduces the Air effect of their original ISA mic preamp, enhancing your vocal or acoustic recordings with a brighter, more open sound. Each mic preamp includes a pad to accommodate higher-level signals without clipping, ensuring optimal audio quality.

The Scarlett 18i8 offers two extra line outputs over the previous generation, and speaker switching technology for dual monitor setups. It also includes two independent headphone outputs for both engineer and artist monitoring during recording sessions. A pair of virtual loopback inputs allows you to capture a stereo feed of any combination of hardware input and software playback channels, simplifying podcasting, live streaming, and sampling tasks.

Designed for durability, the Scarlett 18i8 can withstand days on the road and connects directly to your Mac or PC via USB cable. It comes with a comprehensive suite of software tools, including Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools First Focusrite Creative Pack, and the Hitmaker Expansion.

In partnership with Splice, Focusrite offers 3rd Gen. interface owners a free 3-month Splice Sounds subscription with a new Splice account. Splice Sounds provides millions of high-quality, royalty-free one-shots, loops, and presets, with new releases daily.

As a Focusrite product owner, you'll also benefit from membership of their Plug-in Collective, offering free software downloads and generous discounts. The included software suite features tools for writing, producing, mixing, and mastering your music in studio quality.

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