Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 3rd Gen Pro Audio Interface

'For the hardware music maker.'The Scarlett 8i6 audio interface from Focusrite is a professional yet compact studio solution with plenty of connectivity enabling you to have all your hardware connected and ready to go whenever inspiration strikes. You’ll find twin award-winning Focusrite mic/instrument preamps, each with handy combo inputs on the front panel right where you need them, whilst the rear panel sports four balance line inputs and four balance line outs, alongside MIDI and S/PDIF I/O.

The 8i6 belongs to the 3rd generation of Scarlett interfaces and raises the bar for USB audio interfaces with two redesigned Scarlett mic preamps, high-grade 24-bit/192kHz AD/DA converters, optimised preamp gain structure, staggeringly low latency and instrument inputs capable of handling even the hottest pickups.

The preamps onboard the 8i6 now boast Focusrite’s highly praised ‘Air’ mode which delivers the extremely cool ‘Air’effect which models the classic ISA console transformer to gift your voice/instrument recordings a clearer, more open sound. The Scarlett 8i6 is the perfect centrepiece for your studio, at home or on the move. Load up the free software and get to work producing pro-sounding music right away!

Amazing Features • High-performance 24-bit/192kHz converters
• Upgraded 3rd-generation Scarlett mic preamps
• Switchable Air mode offers your recordings a brighter, more open sound
• 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
• Unique, intuitive halo level indicators for optimized gain staging

'TURN YOUR IDEAS INTO RECORDS'Included with every Scarlett, Clarett+ and Red interface, Hitmaker Expansion has everything you need to bring big studio sound to your songs, with an unbeatable range of record-making studio tools from the biggest names in the business. And it just got even better.

Hitmaker Expansion now includes the legendary MASSIVE synth from Native Instruments®. If you’re looking to add some real drama to your track, MASSIVE delivers high-end big synth sounds — from huge bass to scorching leads.

The powerful synth engine delivers stunning quality and a huge array of sounds to power and inspire your music-making. If deep-diving into synthesis is not your thing, there are over 1,300 production-ready presets that you can use as is, or fine-tune to perfection.

And there’s more — FAST Balancer also joins the Hitmaker Expansion list. When you want the fast-track to a solid mix, FAST Balancer accelerates the process using a powerful AI that listens to your instrument or vocal tracks and serves up three selectable options to enhance your track and help them shine in the mix.

In addition to Native Instruments® MASSIVE and FAST Balancer, Hitmaker Expansion includes a great selection of tools to take your music from creation to release. Get inspired and capture ideas with Antares Auto-Tune® Access, Softube Marshall® Silver Jubilee 2555, and XLN® Addictive Keys and Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock Kit.

Get a great mix with powerful studio tools including Relab® LX480 Essentials, Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plugin Suite, and Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC. Master and release with a two-month subscription to Landr Studio plus five free masters to use at any time, even after your subscription period is over.

what's included? • Native Instruments® MASSIVE
• FAST Balancer
• Antares® Auto-Tune® Access
• Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC
• Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite
• Relab LX480 Essentials
• Softube® Marshall® Silver Jubilee 2555
• XLN Audio® Addictive Keys
• XLN Audio® Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock Kit

Avid Pro Tools Artist combined with the Complete Plugin Bundle offers any artist, musician or producer all effects and plugins they’ll need to write, mix, and master their productions. The Complete Plugin Bundle includes:

24-bit/192kHz convertersFocusrite have been making mic preamps for 30 years, and the 3rd Gen mic pre is the best Scarlett has ever heard. The 24-bit/192kHz converters give your recordings clarity and detail. Air mode breathes life into vocals, adding unique high-end detail. Focusrite's decades of experience mean Scarlett sounds just like you.

focusrite have your backWherever you happen to be in the world, you can rely on Focusrite's three-year warranty if any Focusrite hardware needs repairing or replacing due to a manufacturing fault.

Don't let technology stop you from using technology. Scarlett is the easiest way to start recording and stay recording. But more importantly, it allows you to express who you are as a creative, without any limitations.