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.

Optimized third-generation technology.

The 3rd-generation Focusrite Scarlett 18i8's exterior has undergone a sleek makeover. Under the hood, though, it's been tweaked and upgraded to deliver better sonics, lower latency, and enhanced ease of use. With sample rates up to 192kHz, you've got studio-grade sound you can take anywhere. Focusrite has added their renowned Air circuit to their already-amazing Scarlett mic preamps. The instrument inputs have also been re-engineered to handle the hottest active pickups. Lastly, Focusrite has wired analog protection circuitry across the Scarlett 18i8's inputs and outputs, safeguarding your interface from damaging power surges.

Super-low latency for better performances.

You know you perform better when you've got a great-sounding monitor mix with everything you need to hear to be inspired - for example, reverb and delay on a guitar solo. The Scarlett 18i8's super-low latency lets you monitor with native plug-in effects in real time, so you can hear your parts as you envision them and record better performances. But if you prefer the simplicity and convenience of monitoring your input direct with guaranteed low-latency, simply engage the Direct Monitor circuit. A duo of virtual loopback inputs allows you to capture a stereo feed of any combination of hardware input and software playback channels, making podcasting, live streaming, and sampling tasks a cinch.

Award-winning Focusrite preamps with Air.

The Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 is equipped with two vibrant and pristine Focusrite preamps. For over 25 years, Focusrite's award-winning pres have proven their mettle in pro studios around the world. Focusrite ports their considerable design savvy into the transparent, low-noise, low-distortion preamps in the Scarlett 18i8. This is the same technology found in Focusrite's flagship products, giving you gobs of available headroom to accommodate your dynamic, condenser and ribbon mics on any source, no matter how boisterous. Of course, you also get phantom power for your mics that require it. Add to that Focusrite's switchable Air mode, and you've got the sound that launched a thousand hits.

Exclusive software bundle gets you up and running fast

The Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 ships with a killer software bundle headlined by Ableton Live Lite and the Pro Tools First Focusrite Creative Pack. You also get Softube's Time and Tone Bundle, the Focusrite Red Plug-In Suite, and access to the Focusrite Plug-in Collective, which offers free software downloads and generous discounts. Focusrite has included everything you need to get up and running fast.

Ableton Live Lite music making software

Pro Tools First Focusrite Creative Pack

Focusrite Red 2 & Red 3 Plug-in Suite

A choice of 1 of 4 XLN Audio Addictive Keys virtual instruments

Softube Time & Tone Bundle

Access to the Focusrite Plug-in Collective

Free 3-month Splice Sounds subscription with new Splice accounts

Focusrite has also partnered with Splice to give 3rd-generation Scarlett owners a free 3-month Splice Sounds subscription when setting up their new Splice account. Splice Sounds offers millions of high-quality, royalty-free loops, one-shots, and presets, with new releases daily from your favorite sound designers, artists, and producers. Artists are using Splice to create all kinds of music, from chart-topping pop, and Grammy-winning albums, to underground mix tapes, and even cinematic scores.

Features.

High-performance 24-bit/192kHz converters

4 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 line inputs, 4 balanced analog line outputs

ADAT optical input, S/PDIF I/O, MIDI I/O

Unique, intuitive halo level indicators for optimized gain staging

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

Speaker switching technology for dual-monitor setups

Dual headphone outputs with independent level controls

12V DC power supply required (included)

Quick Start tool gets you up and running fast

Free 3-month Splice Sounds subscription

Included software bundle

Membership in Focusrite Plug-in Collective

2-year warranty