The 3rd Generation Scarlett 18i8 gives you all the tools to record all your instruments in studio quality, anywhere. With its high channel count, compact size and a huge selection of software in the box, 18i8 is ready to record your band wherever you are.Four of the best performing Scarlett mic preamps the range has ever heard ? now with Air ? for miking up guitars or recording vocalsTwo high headroom instrument inputs, for plugging your guitar or bass straight inEight balanced line inputs, for connecting synths or other line-level audio, and four balanced outputs, for monitoring and effects sendsFour monitor outs, featuring anti-thump tech and speaker switching18i8 has a way in for everyone, with four mic/line inputs, two of which double as instrument-ins, and four fixed line-ins. Then, you have four balanced line-outs and speaker switching plus two independent headphone outs to monitor, mix and play back however you want. Whatever you?re recording, wherever you are, you can take your whole studio with you.We?ve been making mic preamps for 30 years, and the 3rd Gen mic pres are 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. Our decades of experience mean Scarlett sounds just like you.Your 18i8 interface comes with a whole range of recording software, sounds and plug-ins to choose from:Focusrite Red Plug-in Suite:?Accurately models our classic Red 2 equaliser and Red 3 compressor.Focusrite Plug-in Collective: Receive free versions of the most innovative software, as well as benefiting from discounts.Focusrite Control:?Route your audio and cue mix, loopback and monitor mixes, from your Mac? or PC.Focusrite Control iOS App:?Use your iPad?, iPhone?, or iPod touch to remotely control your Scarlett when connected to Focusrite Control Desktop.Avid? Pro Tools? | First Focusrite Creative Pack: Hundreds of virtual instrument sounds, 500MB of loops, and
M**S
Nice Unit
I like the ease of use on this device. The download page for free software went away before I was done using all the links and gad to ask tech support for the links which took a couple of days to get a reply. I like the sound of the mic pres for a “pro-sumer” unit they’re good enough. I do wish they had a little more headroom. But the unit is a good “bang for buck” product!!!
J**.
Great Interface
I wanted to be able to record four mics at the same time so I bought this unit to replace the 8i6 that I bought earlier. It's a great audio interface with less latency and good quality sound.
G**R
Excellent, simple operation, clean audio.
Recordings using multiple mics. Storytelling, discussions, interviews.
T**E
Works well with GarageBand on Mac OS
This is my first multi-line audio interface and I am really pleased with the build quality and easy of use so far. I use it for home recording of multiple input sources at once, live, and the ability to isolate tracks is awesome.
J**N
Great peace of gear
I am using this to record drum tracks in my home studio. Works wonderfully with an iPad and Mutlitrack DAW by Harmonicdog. The only things needed to make this work is a a powered usb hub and an Apple use camera connector.
D**Y
Focusrite
Quality USB interface, great customer support
Q**X
Half the inputs inoperable (renewed unit)
Reviewing renewed Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 3rd Gen.I loved the sound and the seemless integration with my macbook pro.I had to return it as 2 of the front inputs did not work the least bit. There were also small scuff marks on the unit, which might bother some buyers.I would readily buy a Focusrite again, but likely a new one.
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