Focusrite Scarlett 18I20 4Th Gen Audio Interface

Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen Audio Interface: The Ultimate Studio Hub

Elevate your studio to professional standards with the Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen, the powerhouse audio interface designed to be the versatile and high-performance heart of your creative space. Engineered for artists, producers, and engineers who demand extensive connectivity without compromising on audio quality, the 18i20 is the definitive solution for multi-channel recording. Whether you´re tracking a full band, miking up a drum kit, or connecting a vast array of synths and hardware, this interface provides the I/O, pristine clarity, and workflow-enhancing features you need to capture your best performance.

Experience unparalleled audio fidelity with Focusrite’s 4th-generation microphone preamps—the clearest and most detailed ever found in a Scarlett interface. With an immense dynamic range and support for sample rates up to 192 kHz, every nuance of your performance is captured with stunning precision. Activate the re-engineered Air mode, now with both Presence and all-analogue Harmonic Drive, to imbue your vocals and instruments with the character and rich overtones of a classic, large-format studio console.

The Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen is built to make complex sessions simple. With revolutionary Auto Gain and Clip Safe features, you can focus on creativity, not levels. Auto Gain intelligently sets the perfect recording level for any source, while Clip Safe continuously monitors your input, automatically adjusting the gain to prevent clipping and save your take. The intuitive Dynamic Gain Halos provide a clear, at-a-glance visual of your signal levels, ensuring a smooth and efficient recording process. As a true studio centerpiece, it offers extensive digital expansion via ADAT, allowing you to add up to 16 additional channels of inputs and outputs.

Key Benefits:

* Massive Connectivity: With a comprehensive 18-in/20-out configuration, including 8 pristine mic preamps, the 18i20 is ready for the most demanding recording sessions, from full bands to extensive hardware setups.
* Studio-Grade Audio Fidelity: Capture every detail with 4th-generation preamps and pro-grade 192 kHz, 24-bit converters, delivering the same audio quality found in Focusrite´s flagship RedNet interfaces.
* Effortless Perfect Takes: Auto Gain sets your levels automatically, and Clip Safe prevents distortion, ensuring every recording is usable and free of digital clipping.
* Iconic Console Sound: The re-engineered Air mode with Harmonic Drive adds rich, analogue character and a premium presence to your recordings, perfect for making vocals and instruments stand out.
* Complete Studio Integration: Seamlessly connect all your gear with ADAT, S/PDIF, MIDI, and Word Clock I/O, making the 18i20 the central hub for your entire studio.

Included Software Suite
Start creating immediately with a comprehensive suite of professional software. The Scarlett 18i20 includes Ableton Live Lite, a three-month subscription to Pro Tools Artist, and the Hitmaker Expansion bundle, featuring a world-class collection of studio tools from the biggest names in the business, including Antares, Softube, and Native Instruments.

Technical Specifications

Product type: Audio interface

Proper use: Studio

Phantom power supply: Yes

Loopback: Yes



Connectivity

USB Type-C ports quantity: 1

USB Power Delivery (USB PD): Yes

XLR combo inputs: 10

6.35 mm (1⁄4-inch) output: 10

Headphone outputs 1/4" (6.35 mm): 2

MIDI (5-pin) input: 1

MIDI output (5-pin): 1

S/PDIF input: 1

S/PDIF out: 1

Optical input: 2

Optical output: 2

Word Clock output: Yes



Performance

Bit depth: 24

Sample rate: 44.1 / 48 kHz / 88.2 kHz / 96 kHz / 176.4 kHz / 192 kHz

Headphone frequency: 20 - 20000 Hz



System Requirements

Mac operating systems supported: Yes

Windows operating systems supported: Yes



Power & Dimensions

Power: 15 W

Width: 442 mm

Depth: 259.7 mm

Height: 46.6 mm

Weight: 3.3 kg



Package & Hardware

Hardware included: Yes

Package contents: Audio interface x 1 Power supply USB type C cable x 1 Adapter

Included software: Ableton Live Lite Hitmaker Expansion Cubase LE Pro Tools Intro+



Warnings

Avoid contact with liquids and moisture. Do not open the appliance housing; risk of electric shock. Store away from heat and open flame