Scarlett 18i20 3rd Gen

Focusrite Scarlett 18i20: the Heart of Your Project Studio

Built to deliver top-shelf sound in a rack-friendly and easy-to-use format for bands, project studio engineers, and panel podcasters who need mix-minus functionality when taking calls, the third-generation Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 18x20 USB audio/MIDI interface lets artists, engineers, and producers score pro-level tone with no learning curve.

Equally capable for tracking vocals and instruments, the eight improved Scarlett microphone preamps feature switchable phantom power for condenser mics, pads to prevent distortion on loud input signals, and a selectable-per-channel Air circuit, which adds clarity-enhancing brightness based on Focusrite's legendary ISA preamplifier.

The first two XLR-1/4" combo inputs can accept unbalanced instrument level from guitars, basses, synthesizers, and drum machines, or balanced line level from a mixing console or outboard preamps, while combo inputs 3-8 support mic- or line-level sources.

Unlocking the ability to record at standard CD quality or high-fidelity resolutions, the 24-bit / 192 kHz AD/DA converters ensure that signals are captured and reproduced with detail and accuracy. With four balanced 1/4" line/monitor outputs, six additional 1/4" line outs, two 1/4" stereo headphone jacks, and independent volume control of the two headphone outputs and the main/alt speaker outs, the Scarlett 18i20 can simultaneously feed multiple monitoring systems and outboard effects processors with ease.

Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 USB Audio Interface Features:

• High-performance 24-bit/192kHz converters
• 8 upgraded 3rd-generation Scarlett mic preamps
• Switchable Air mode gives your recordings a brighter, more open sound
• 2 high-headroom instrument inputs for bass, guitar, or synths
• 8 balanced mic/line inputs, total of 10 balanced line outputs
• 4 monitor outputs with anti-thump technology and speaker switching for dual-monitor setups
• 2 x ADAT optical I/O, S/PDIF I/O, MIDI I/O, word clock out
• Front-panel 8-channel, 5-segment LED bar-graph meters
• Super-low latency lets you monitor with native plug-in effects in real time
• Direct Monitor circuit for monitoring your input with guaranteed low-latency
• Virtual loopback makes podcasting, live streaming, and sampling easy
• Onboard talkback functionality with built-in front-panel talkback mic
• Dual headphone outputs with independent level controls
• Internal power supply (IEC mains cable included)
• Quick Start tool gets you up and running fast
• Free 3-month Splice Sounds subscription
• Included software bundle
• 2-year warranty

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