Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen

Scarlett 18i20 is a USB audio interface with 18 inputs and 20 outputs, featuring eight fourth-generation preamps (69 dB gain) and remote control.

It offers Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes, 24-bit conversion at 192 kHz with 122 dB dynamic range, and I/O for ADAT, SPDIF, and Word Clock.

Includes Focusrite Control 2 software, custom headphone amplifiers, A/B switching for speakers, and talkback microphone, along with Pro Tools Artist and Ableton Live Lite.

Key features:

• 18 inputs and 20 outputs, including eight preamps, line, instrument, and MIDI I/O.
• Equipped for demanding project studios, with ADAT, SPDIF, and Word Clock I/O.
• 4th Gen preamps with 69 dB gain, remotely controllable.
• Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes for automatic level management.
• Recharged Air mode with Presence and Harmonic Drive, emulating the sound of studio consoles.
• Low-latency monitoring, direct routing, and six internal mixers.
• 24-bit conversion at 192 kHz with 122 dB dynamic range, using the same AD/DA converters as the RedNet series.
• Focusrite Control 2 software for quick mix setup and level management.
• Two custom headphone amplifiers for independent monitoring.
• A/B switching for speakers and built-in talkback microphone.
• Dynamic metering for inputs and outputs, with immediate visual feedback.
• Included production software: Pro Tools Artist, Ableton Live Lite, and suites of instruments, processors, and effects.
• Easy Start tool for quick installation and setup.

Included software:

• Ableton Live Lite
• Avid Pro Tools Artist (3-month subscription)
• Splice Sounds (3-month subscription)

• Antares Auto-Tune®. Access
• Softube Marshall®. Silver Jubilee 2555
• Native Instruments®. MASSIVE
• Sonnox VoxDoubler
• Landr Studio (2-month subscription + 5 free masters)
• Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC
• Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite
• XLN Audio Addictive Keys
• XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock
• Relab&rsquo.s LX480 Essentials
• FAST Balancer

Technical Specifications

• Number of Microphone Preamps: 8
• Phantom Power: Yes (independent)
• Instrument Inputs: 2
• Line Inputs: 8
• Air Mode: Yes
• Automatic 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 Power: No

Software Compatibility: Mac, Windows PC, Chromebook, iPad with USB-C and iPhone.

Power: 100-240V, 50/60Hz, 30W (IEC cable included)

Dimensions: 442 x 259.73 x 46.55 mm
Weight: 3.3 kg

Package Contents:

• Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen
• IEC Cable
• USB Cable