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Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 Audio Interface (2nd Gen)

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Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 Audio Interface (2nd Gen)
£299.00

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Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 Audio Interface (2nd Gen) is Ideal for any recording artist/producer. Focusrite's new Second Generation Scarlett 18i8 audio interface is perfect for artists who don't want to compromise on quality. The i8 comes with 4 Scarlett preamps, bit depth and sample rate capabilities of 192kHz/24bit respectively, four line inputs and two primary monitor and headphone outputs. The 2nd Gen audio interface now comes with eight Alexis Digital Audio Tape (ADAT) inputs and recording software for instant usability and it is Mac and PC compatible.

Focusrite's long standing history for engineering award-winning preamps makes their audio interfaces stand head and shoulders above the rest. The 18i8 is no exception, this robust interface is built with four combination input Scarlett mic preamps. With latency of just 2.74ms, the i8's digital conversion is lightening fast, without compromising on audio quality. Moving to the interface's inputs and outputs, the i8 comes with four extra line inputs on the rear panel as well as four front panel XLR inputs. In addition, the ADAT input will expand your recording sessions and will allow you record eight analogue and/or digital audio tracks simultaneously. Avid and Focusrite have strived to ensure that your new 18i8 interface integrates effortlessly into your Pro Tools set-up. The i8 is compatible with all market leading DAWs across PC and Mac systems.

All the Ins and Outs you need

Four combination inputs, all with expertly engineered Scarlett mic preamps, with two of the newly designed inputs allowing for even more headroom so you can record any combination of instruments and/or vocals together. Add even more keyboards, synths and mixers with the four rear panel TRS line inputs too. Easily record up to ten simultaneous channels together by connecting any equipment with digital I/O to the SPDIF inputs. Your engineer can now monitor your artist with two separately routed headphone mixes. Meanwhile connect your monitoring speakers via the two balanced TRS outputs.  Add your much loved hardware synths into the session with MIDI connectivity which allows for integration with DAW of choice.

New Generation - Better in every way

New to the Scarlett range is the even bigger increase in sample rate capabilities of up to 192kHz for clear sound quality. The polished and professional design of the new i8 model makes this Scarlett interface tough enough to go anywhere. Impressive low roundtrip latency means quicker response times and a more even gain structure thanks to the latest mic preamps from Focusrite.

* Super-low roundtrip latency was measured at 2.74ms, working at 96kHz with a 32 samples buffer on Logic Pro X, running on a Mac Pro and OS 10.11 

Intuitive Mix Control, Red plug-ins and more

Universal to the 2nd Gen Scarlett range is the inclusion of Focusrite's new easy to use software mixer, which makes accessing internal hardware functions fast and simple. Software packages included are; Pro Tools First, Focusrite's Creative package (along with featuring 12 additional plug-ins. These include Eleven Lite for real life guitar amp emulations), Ableton Live Lite,  Softube Time and Tone bundle, Focusrite's Red Plug-in Suite and 2GB of Loopmasters samples in high-quality WAV format.

Scarlett 18i8 (2nd Gen) Key Features

  • Eight analogue inputs, including four Scarlett mic preamps with plenty of even gain
  • Two newly-designed instrument inputs, now with increased headroom
  • Class-leading digital conversion at up to 24-bit / 192kHz
  • Super-low latency* lets you perform and produce using effects in real time, with no need for DSP
  • Two independent balanced analogue outputs for connecting studio monitors
  • Two discrete headphone outputs with dedicated volume controls
  • Expand up to eight additional analogue inputs via ADAT
  • Focusrite Control software to easily configure your monitoring and routing setups
  • Includes Pro Tools | First - Focusrite Creative Pack and Ableton Live Lite
  • All the additional software and loops you need to record
  • Use it with all major DAWs on Mac and PC
  • MIDI I/O connectivity, ideal for sending/receiving MIDI
  • Stereo S/PDIF In and Out for connecting other digital devices


* Super-low roundtrip latency was measured at 2.74ms, working at 96kHz with a 32 samples buffer on Logic Pro X, running on a Mac Pro and OS 10.11

Pro Tools First | First Focusrite Creative Pack

  • Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite
  • Ableton Live Lite music making software
  • 2 GB of Loopmasters sounds and samples
  • Novation Bass Station VST and AU plug-in synthesiser

Scarlett 18i8 (2nd Gen) What’s In The Box

  • Scarlett 18i8 (2nd Gen) USB Audio Interface
  • USB Cable
  • Power Supply
  • Bundle code for your free software

Scarlett 18i8 (2nd Gen) System Requirements

  • Mac OS X Yosemite, El Capitan
  • Windows 8.1, Windows 7, Windows 10
  • Scarlett 18i8 (2nd Gen) is class compliant on Mac. Driver will be required for PC.

Scarlett 18i8 (2nd Gen) Included Software

  • Focusrite Control - Routing and monitoring application
  • Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite
  • Softube Time & Tone Pack
  • Pro Tools First | First Focusrite Creative Pack
  • Ableton Live Lite music making software
  • 2 GB of Loopmasters sounds and samples
  • Novation Bass Station VST and AU plug-in synthesiser

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