Focusrite's Scarlett 18i8 is an ideal audio interface for engineers and producers who have to adapt to ever-changing recording situations. Four award-winning Focusrite mic/instrument preamps and two instrument inputs are right on the front panel where you need them. Boasting a total of eight line inputs, an ADAT input, four analog outs, plus S/PDIF and MIDI I/O, the 18i8 gives you generous connectivity and the flexibility you need to handle challenging setups.
The third-generation Scarlett 18i8 advances the state-of-the-art in USB audio interfaces with two upgraded Scarlett mic preamps, high-performance 24-bit/192kHz AD/DA converters, optimized preamp gain structure, vanishingly low latency, instrument inputs that handle scorching hot pickups, and speaker switching technology for dual-monitor setups. The mic preamps now feature Focusrite’s acclaimed Air mode that provides the coveted Air effect modeled on the company's legendary ISA console transformers to give your voice and instrument recordings a brighter, more open sound. The Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 is the perfect foundation for a serious home or mobile studio. Fire up the included software and start producing great-sounding music today.
Features: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 -128dBu (A-weighted) Maximum Input Level 9dBu (at minimum gain) Gain Range 56dB Impedance 3kΩ 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 60kΩ LINE INPUTS 5-8 (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 44kΩ 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 1.5MΩ LINE/MONITOR OUTPUTS Dynamic Range (Line Outputs) 108dB THD+N <0.002% Maximum Output Level (0 dBFS) 15.5dBu Impedance 430Ω HEADPHONE OUTPUTS Dynamic Range 104dB (A-weighted) THD+N <0.002% Maximum Output Level 7dBu Impedance <1Ω