Focusrite Scarlett 18i16 4th Gen Audio Interface

Scarlett 18i16 is ideal for multitrack recording. It has pro-grade converters taken directly from Focusrite’s RedNet range; the four 4th Gen mic preamps have an impressive 69dB of gain, capable of capturing the most dynamic performances. Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes take care of levels so you can focus on the take. Scarlett 18i16 is also the perfect hub to integrate your DAW and hardware with enough analogue and digital I/O to connect multiple external instruments, processors, and effects, and manage complex routing with incredible ease via Focusrite Control 2 software.

Key Features
18 inputs and 16 outputs; including four mic preamps, line, instrument, and MIDI I/O

Fully equipped for demanding project studios with ADAT and SPDIF I/O

4th Gen pre-amps with 69dB of gain

The legendary preamps now have even more gain and are remote controllable

Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes

18i16 can automatically manage levels so engineers can focus on capturing the performance

Re-engineered Air mode with Presence and Harmonic Drive

Analogue circuitry and onboard DSP that emulates the sound of studio consoles and the classic ISA

Low latency monitoring

Direct routing and six internal mixers to send audio wherever you need to in super-low latency

24-bit, 192 kHz conversion with 122dB of dynamic range

The same AD/DA converters as Focusrite’s flagship RedNet range

Focusrite Control 2 software and mobile app

Instantly set up mixes and manage levels on your computer, or remotely from a mobile device

Two powerful custom-designed headphone amps

Engineer and artist can independently monitor with high-quality playback on any headphones

A/B speaker switching

Essential for serious project studios with multiple monitor rigs and control rooms

Dynamic metering for input and outputs

Get instant visual indication of your input and output levels from the hardware

Included production software

Comes with Pro Tools Intro+ for Focusrite, Ableton Live Lite, six months of FL Studio Producer Edition, and a suite of instruments, processors, and effects

Easy Start tool

Get up and running immediately with Focusrite’s driver installation and getting started tool