Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 3G USB Audio Interface

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

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.

• Four of the best performing Scarlett mic preamps the range has ever heard – now with Air – for miking up guitars or recording vocals
• Two high headroom instrument inputs, for plugging your guitar or bass straight in
• Eight balanced line inputs, for connecting synths or other line-level audio, and four balanced outputs, for monitoring and effects sends
• Four monitor outs, featuring anti-thump tech and speaker switching

The Studio is wherever you are

18i8 has a way in for everyone, with four mic/line inputs, two of which double as instrument-ins, and four fixed line-ins. Then, you have four balanced line-outs and speaker switching plus two independent headphone outs to monitor, mix and play back however you want. Whatever you’re recording, wherever you are, you can take your whole studio with you.

Your recording is 30 years in the making

They’ve been making mic preamps for 30 years, and the 3rd Gen mic pres are the best Scarlett has ever heard. The 24-bit/192kHz converters give your recordings clarity and detail. Air mode breathes life into vocals, adding unique high-end detail. Their decades of experience mean Scarlett sounds just like you.

Drum up some incredible recording

With ADAT, you can grow your recording capabilities even further. Want to mic up an entire drum kit? Add an eight-channel mic pre such as Scarlett OctoPre or Scarlett OctoPre Dynamic and never miss a beat.

This is your cue

Focusrite Control makes it simple to route your audio and cue mix, loopback and monitor mixes, from your Mac®, PC, iPad®, iPhone® or iPod touch®. Send, stream, sample – simple.

Their Technology is sound

Incredibly reliable, Focusrite hardware won’t let you down. If, however, you come across a problem you can rely on their global support team and your two-year warranty to get it sorted. Sound.

Focusrite’s Hitmaker Expansion

We are excited to announce that every new Scarlett interface purchased and registered on or after October 1, 2021 now comes with the Hitmaker Expansion - an unbeatable range of tried-and-tested studio tools, with a value of over $1,500. These tools have been developed by some of the biggest names in the business, built to get your customers creating records right away.

Included free with every new Scarlett are all the tools needed to write, produce, mix, and master music in studio quality:

• Antares® Auto-Tune® Access
• Relab LX480 Essentials
• Softube® Marshall® Silver Jubilee 2555
• XLN Audio® Addictive Keys
• XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2
• Brainworx® bx_oberhausen
• Three Month Splice Sounds Subscription
• Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC
• Focusrite Red Plug-In Suite
• Brainworx bx_masterdesk
• Ableton® Live Lite
• Avid® Pro Tools® | First with Focusrite Creative Pack
• (includes 21 classic amps, cab models, studio FX and effects pedals)

Plug-in collective, for a lasting connection

When you buy any Focusrite hardware you gain access to the most innovative music software brands on the market. Plug-in Collective keeps you up to date on the latest tools, offering you new free downloads every couple of months, along with generous discounts. Let’s stay together.

Specifications:

• Supported Sample Rates
• 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz
• Microphone Inputs
• Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz ± 0.1dB
• Dynamic Range: 111dB (A-weighted)
• THD+N: <0.0012%
• Noise EIN: -128dB (A-weighted)
• Maximum Input Level: 9dBu (at minimum gain)
• Gain Range: 56dB
• Impedance: 3kohm
• Line Inputs 1-4 (Variable Gain)
• Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz ± 0.1dB
• Dynamic Range: 110.5dB (A-weighted)
• THD+N: <0.002%
• Maximum Input Level: 22dBu (at minimum gain)
• Gain Range: 56dB
• Impedance: 60kohm
• Line Inputs 3-6 (Fixed Gain)
• Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz ± 0.1dB
• Dynamic Range: 110.5dB (A-weighted)
• THD+N: <0.002%
• Maximum Input Level: 18dBu (at minimum gain)
• Impedance: 44kohm
• Instrument Inputs
• Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz ± 0.1dB
• Dynamic Range: 110dB (A-weighted)
• THD+N: <0.03%
• Maximum Input Level: 12.5dBu (at minimum gain)
• Gain Range: 56dB
• Impedance: 1.5Mohm
• Line/Monitor Outputs
• Dynamic Range (Line Outputs): 108dB
• THD+N: <0.002%
• Maximum Output Level (0 dBFS): 15.5dBu
• Impedance: 430ohm
• Headphone Outputs
• Dynamic Range: 104dB (A-weighted)
• THD+N: <0.002%
• Maximum Output Level: 7dBu
• Impedance: <1ohm