Scarlett 18i20 3rd gen

Main features of the FOCUSRITE Scarlett 18i20 audio interface: 3rd generation audio interface; Eight of the best Scarlett mic preamps with Air for recording guitars or vocals; Four monitor outputs with anti-thump technology and speaker switching; Two instrument inputs with plenty of headroom for connecting a guitar or bass guitar; Built-in microphone for speaking with those being recorded.

Scarlett audio interfaces are your main assistants in creating and recording music. The third-generation FOCUSRITE Scarlett 18i20 is one of the most versatile of them all. It has 18 inputs and 20 outputs, it guarantees high sound quality.

You can simply plug in all your favorite instruments to create and record, or use a variety of inputs/outputs for a big recording session. Turn any place into your control room thanks to the built-in microphone. Stream recordings to multiple monitors using a speaker switcher. With this audio interface, studio recording is possible anywhere.

The company FOCUSRITE has been creating microphone amplifiers for 30 years. Preamps of the third generation are the best of them. 24-bit/192kHz converters ensure clarity and detail in the recording. And the Air function "breathes life" into your vocals, adding unique high-quality details. With the help of ADAT inputs/outputs, you can expand your recording possibilities even further, for example by connecting pre-amps such as Scarlett OctoPre and Scarlett OctoPre Dynamic.

Focusrite Control provides full control and management of all audio interface functions and channel routing settings.

The audio interface comes with all the software you need to get started: Ableton Live Lite and a three-month subscription to Avid® Pro Tools® Artist with a full set of plug-ins; Softube's Time and Tone Bundle; Focusrite's Red Plug-in Suite; one of four to choose from XLN Audio's Addictive Keys.

In addition, Focusrite has partnered with Splice to provide owners of 3rd generation audio interfaces with a free 3-month subscription to Splice Sounds when they create a new account. Splice Sounds contains millions of high-quality van shots, loops and presets, updated daily.

Mix studio-quality vocals, create powerful guitars, juicy keyboards and massive drums, then mix and master with legendary Focusrite studio equipment. Every new Scarlett 3rd Generation Clarett and Red interface comes with an unrivaled suite of time-tested studio tools from the biggest names in the business.

The Hitmaker Expansion is designed to get you making records right away. These are all the plug-ins you need to write, create, record and master studio-quality music.

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Full technical specifications:

Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz
Connection: USB Type-C (compatible with USB 2.0/3.0)
Microphone inputs
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz ± 0.1 dB
Dynamic range: 111 dB (A-weighted)
THD+N: <0.0012%
Noise EIN: -128 dB (A-weighted)
Maximum input level: 9 dBn (at minimum gain)
Gain range: 56 dB
Full resistance: 3 units
Monitor outputs
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz ± 0.1 dB
Dynamic range: 110.5 dB (A-weighted)
THD + N: <0.002%
Maximum input level: 22 dBn (at minimum gain)
Gain range: 56 dB
Total resistance: 60 kΩ
Inputs for instruments
Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz ± 0.1 dB
Dynamic range: 110 dB (A-weighted)
THD+N: <0.03%
Maximum input level: 12.5 dBn (at minimum gain)
Gain range: 56 dB
Total resistance: 1.5 mΩ
Monitor outputs:
Dynamic range (line outputs): 108dB
THD + N: <0.002%
Maximum output level (0 dBFS): 15.5 dBn (at minimum gain)
total resistance: 430 ohms
Outputs for headphones
Dynamic range: 104 dB (A-weighted)
THD + N: <0.002%
Maximum output level: 7 dBn
Total resistance: <1 ohm