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The ultimate Scarlett
Scarlett 18i20 is the industry-leading USB audio interface for project studios, with converters taken directly from Focusrite's flagship RedNet range. It features 18 inputs and 20 outputs including eight mic preamps, Hi-Z and line inputs, ADAT, SPDIF, MIDI, and Word Clock.

Capture everything
The 4th Generation preamps offer an impressive 69dB of headroom, so you can capture the most dynamic performances with high-quality results from any microphone. Two Hi-Z instrument and eight line inputs provide enough connectivity to keep your outboard patched in. Powerful outputs ensure clean, ultra-low distortion playback; plus, two brand new custom-designed headphone amps to drive high-impedance headphones with ease.

Audio quality beyond its class
Completely redesigned audio circuitry now includes the same professional-grade 24-bit, 192kHz converters as Focusrite's RedNet range - the choice of multi-million dollar recording studios and broadcast facilities - and boasts an impressive 122dB of dynamic range to capture everything from a whisper to a jet engine.

Air: That big console sound
Re-engineered Air mode takes your sound's unique character and brings it to the front of the mix, adding musical presence or rich harmonic drive to vocals and acoustic instruments; replicating the sound of driving a classic studio console.

Auto Gain: Work faster
Scarlett 18i20 has unique workflow tools that benefit engineers of all experience levels. With Auto Gain, in just a few seconds, Scarlett will set the perfect level for whatever you're recording. Set usable levels for multiple microphones instantly, so you can get complex sessions up and running quickly.

Clip Safe: Never lose a take
As you record, Clip Safe checks your levels up to 96,000 times a second, automatically tweaking the gain to avoid clipping, so you avoid introducing any unwanted artefacts from hard limiting. Clip Safe means you'll never lose a take; especially in high-pressure environments such as location recording and live shows.

Talkback and monitoring tools
The 18i20 features a built-in talkback mic, A/B speaker switching for instant referencing on different monitors, and eight channels of LED bar metering which can be assigned to inputs or outputs, as well as master output metering.

Control your mixes with desktop and mobile apps
The Focusrite Control 2 software takes care of setting up routing, levels, monitor mixes, and all other functions on 18i20. It's fast and simple to operate; and in addition to the desktop application, the iOS and Android Focusrite Control 2 apps enables engineers and performers to adjust monitor mixes and mic pre gains - Scarlett's preamps are remote controllable - away from the computer in the live room.

Industry-leading production software
The 4th generation Scarlett 18i20 comes with Ableton Live Lite, three months of Splice Sounds, and a whole host of software instruments, processors, and effects from some of the biggest names in the business. Discover some of the best-loved studio tools on the planet for writing, recording, mixing, and mastering.

Focusrite's Easy Start web tool will get 18i20 up and running with zero effort, helping you locate the drivers, take you through the installation process, and direct you towards the included software.

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 Ableton Live Lite 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

Cubase LE is now included with Scarlett interfaces

Focusrite excited to announce that Cubase LE, Steinberg's compact DAW based on the same core technologies as Cubase Pro, is now included with all Scarlett 3rd Gen and 4th Gen interfaces.

Cubase LE is packed with all the essential tools needed to record, edit, and mix professional sounding tracks, from powerful instruments like HALion Sonic and Groove Agent to 28 different VST effects and more than 20 GB of loops and samples. It supports up to 16 audio tracks, eight instrument tracks, and 24 MIDI tracks for external instruments.

New and existing owners of qualifying Scarlett interfaces can download Cubase LE from their Focusrite account after registering their hardware.

Cubase LE Features* Up to 16 audio tracks and 24 MIDI tracks: Start creating right away with enough channels for all your ideas
* Virtual instruments included: HALion Sonic delivers a vast library and flexible sound engine, while Groove Agent helps you craft beats in any genre
* Includes 20+ GB of loops and samples: Explore inspiring starting points for any genre
* 28 audio VST effect processors: From EQ and compression to reverb and amp simulation
* MixConsole: Bring your sound together with dedicated tools for precision mixing
* Handy composition tools: Spark ideas and build progressions with Chord Pads and the Chord Track
* Audio and MIDI editing tools: Shape melodies, beats, and arrangements with intuitive editors for both MIDI and audio

Specifications

- Number of Microphone Preamps: 8
- Phantom Power: Yes (Independent)
- Instrument Inputs: 2
- Line Inputs: 8
- Air Mode: Yes
- Auto Gain: Yes
- Clip Safe: Yes
- Line Outputs: 10
- Headphone Outputs: 2
- ADAT Inputs: 2
- ADAT Outputs: 2
- SPDIF Input: 1
- SPDIF Output: 1
- MIDI Input: 1
- MIDI Output: 1
- Talkback: Yes
- Loopback: Yes
- Connectivity: USB Type-C
- Protocol: USB 2.0
- Form Factor: Desktop
- Simultaneous I/O: 20 x 24 (including Loopback)
- A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192 kHz
- Bus Powered: No

Included Software

Avid® Pro Tools Intro+ for Focusrite
Pro Tools Intro+ provides essential audio and MIDI tools needed for any kind of music production, plus a curated selection of over 80 effects and instrument plugins.

Ableton Live Lite
The iconic DAW gives you everything you need to get started including instruments, effects and Live's trademark clip and scene launching for taking ideas further or performances.

Cubase LE
Cubase LE is ready to meet the demands of high-quality songwriting and production projects with up to 16 audio tracks, 24 MIDI tracks for external instruments, and eight instrument tracks.

Splice Sounds
Three months Splice Sounds membership with new Splice accounts - offering millions of high-quality, royalty-free one-shots, loops, and presets, with new releases daily.

Hitmaker Expansion
Create studio-quality vocals, powerful guitars, dramatic synths, and huge drums, then mix and master with iconic Focusrite studio hardware - all in the box.

What's In The Box

- Scarlett 18i20
- IEC Cable
- USB Cable
- Rack Ears are included