Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 3rd Gen Pro Audio Interface
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 3rd Gen, USB Type-C, 192 kHz, 24 Bit, 8 Mic Pre's , 8 / 10 Analogue I/O, ADAT I/O, MIDI I/O
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Focusrite 18i20
18-in/20-out 'USB-C' Audio Interface
'The Heart of your Studio'
Focusrite’s 3rd generation of their lauded ‘Scarlett’ series has collected hordes of adoring fans, and the ‘18i20’ is at the forefront of this range. The 18i20 is packs serious firepower into a super-affordable package. Dual Focusrite mic/instrument preamps are located on the 18i20’s front panel directly where you’d need them, whilst the rear panel is home to an abundance of extra I/O – up to 18-in/20-out simultaneously.
You’ll also find 6 further XLR combo inputs, alongside 8 channels of ADAT I/O, S/PDIF and MIDI I/O, and word clock out. Focusrite ensured the 18i20 had all the additional features one could need too, onboard talkback, 8-channel LED bar-graph meters, dual headphone outs and speaker switching for dual-monitor setups.
This, the 3rd gen Scarlett 18i20 takes the state-of-the-art USB audio interfaces to even greater heights with two newly designed and upgraded Scarlett mic preamps, high-performance 24-bit/192kHz AD/DA converters, enhanced preamp gain structure, incredibly low latency and instrument inputs capable of handling scorching hot pickups.
The preamps onboard the 18i20 now boast Focusrite’s celebrated ‘Air mode’ which delivers the adored ‘Air effect’ that accurately recreates the iconic ‘ISA’ console transformer to enhance your voice and instruments tracking with a much brighter sound.
Fire the 18i20 up and give your audio the production it deserves with the stellar Scarlett 18i20.
3rd Generation Technology
wired analogue protection circuitryThis generation of the Scarlett 18i20 has seen the chassis undergo an elegant makeover. But it isn’t only the exterior that’s had an overhaul, the inside of the 18i20 has been upgraded too, to bring an overall greater sonic quality, lower latency than ever and a more streamlined operation. With a superb sample rate of 192kHz, you’ll enjoy studio-quality sound you can take anywhere.
The instrument inputs have also undergone an overhaul too and have been completely redesigned to ensure they’re capable of handling red-hot active pickups. Last but not least, Focusrite have included wired analogue protection circuitry across all of the 18i20’s I/O’s, meaning you can be safe in the knowledge your 18i20 is safe from any power surges.
Low-Latency Means Better Takes
perform betterIt's not secret musicians and engineers alike are more inclined to perform better and achieve better results when you’ve got a fantastic-sounding monitor mix, with everything you need to find that inspirational spark – eg a splash of reverb/delay on a guitar solo. Fortunately, the 18i20’s incredibly low-latency allows you to monitor with native plug-in effects in real time, meaning you can listen to your parts as they are in your mind, in real time, and thus record better takes.
This is the ideal scenario, however if you prefer to monitor your input direct with guaranteed low-latency, just engage the ‘Direct Monitor’ circuit. A pair of virtual loopback inputs allow you to record a stereo signal of any combination of hardware input and software playback channels, meaning podcasts and streaming are a piece of cake.
Award-winning Focusrite preamps with 'Air' Technology
iconic preampsFocusrite’s Scarlett 18i20 is packing dual, bright and clear Focusrite preamps. Since their inception, these preamps have proven their worth in the best studios across the globe. Focusrite have transferred their design know-how into the low-noise, super low-distortion preamps seen in the 18i20.
This is the very same tech you’ll find in their flagship range, delivering buckets of headroom to handle any mic with ease, dynamic, condenser and ribbon mics, any source, no matter how brash. As you’d expect, phantom power is of course onboard. On top of this, once you factor in Focusrite’s ‘Air’ mode, you’ve got all the tools you need to replicate the sound found on innumerable hit records.
Free Software Included!
everything you needYour 18i20 interface comes with a whole range of recording software, sounds and plug-ins to choose from. With all this software and hardware, you really do have all the tools to produce world-class records.
Avid® Pro Tools® | First Focusrite Creative Pack:Hundreds of virtual instrument sounds, 500MB of loops, and great-sounding effects.
Ableton® Live Lite™:Industry-leading music-making software.
XLN Audio Addictive Keys:Get access to millions of high-quality, royalty-free one-shots, loops, and presets, with new releases daily.
Three Month Splice Sounds Subscription:Access one of four virtual keyboards when you register your first piece of Focusrite or Novation hardware.
Softube Time and Tone BundleThree of Softube's world class reverb, delay and distortion plug-ins, and an an easy-to-use mastering tool.
Focusrite Red Plug-in SuiteAccurately models our classic Red 2 equaliser and Red 3 compressor.
Focusrite ControlReceive free versions of the most innovative software, as well as benefiting from discounts.
Focusrite Plug-in CollectiveRoute your audio and cue mix, loopback and monitor mixes, from your Mac®, PC, iPad®, iPhone® or iPod touch.
A Visual Overview of the 'Scarlett 18i20' from Focusrite
18 inputs and 20 outputs of pristine audioScarlett interfaces sit at the heart of more music-making, recording and production spaces than any other range, and the 18i20 is Scarlett’s most versatile interface. The rack-mountable 3rd Generation 18i20 gives you 18 inputs and 20 outputs of incredible sound quality. Enough to make any space into a fully-fledged recording studio.
The Tech Spec
| Features | Specification |
|---|---|
| Computer Connectivity | USB 'C' |
| Form Factor | Rackmount |
| Simultaneous I/O | 18 x 20 |
| Number of Preamps | 8 |
| Phantom Power | Yes |
| A/D Resolution | Up to 24-bit/192kHz |
| Analog Inputs | 2 x XLR-1/4" combo (mic/Hi-Z), 6 x XLR-1/4" combo (mic/line) |
| Analog Outputs | 10 x 1/4" (line out) |
| Digital Inputs | 1 x Coax (S/PDIF), 2 x Optical (ADAT) |
| Digital Outputs | 1 x Coax (S/PDIF), 2 x Optical (ADAT) |
| Headphones | 2 x 1/4" |
| MIDI I/O | In/Out |
| USB | 1 x Type USB-C |
| Clock I/O | 1 x Word Clock Out |
| Software | Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools First Creative Pack, Red Plug-in Suite, Focusrite Collective access |
| OS Requirements - Mac | macOS 10.12 or later |
| OS Requirements - PC | Windows 7 SP1 or later (Scarlett), Windows 10 v1809 or later (Pro Tools First) |
