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Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 USB audio interface

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Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 USB audio interface
Product no: 9000-0005-6751 Bax Music Warranty: This product comes with a 3-year warranty.

General

The Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 is an extensive USB audio interface for producers, musicians or bands who want to record a considerable number of sources at the same time. The front of the Scarlett 18i8 has four microphone inputs (combo XLR/jack), which are connected to Focusrite's highly acclaimed preamplifiers. All four inputs can function as line inputs, and the first two are also suited for instruments. The rear of the interface is fitted with another four line inputs.

18i8: a plethora of inputs and outputs

The balanced line outputs can be connected to a set of active monitor speakers. The Scarlett 18i8 is fitted with two headphone outputs, so producer and musician can listen to the mix at the same time. It is also equipped with the necessary digital connectors. Next to the coaxial S/PDIF in/outputs (RCA), this external sound card has an optical ADAT input, which enables you to add 8 more inputs to the 18i8. If you do so, use it in combination with the Focusrite Octopre, for instance.

Highly complete sound card

The nice-looking Scarlett 18i8 is fitted with one of Focusrite's typical, exceptionally rugged metal housings. It can be connected to a Mac, PC or iPad via USB. If you like, you can even connect a MIDI controller or MIDI keyboard by means of the traditional MIDI IN/OUT. The Scarlett 18i8 is all set for beginners: it is supplied with the necessary software to get you started. Scarlett MixControl enables you to set all the inputs and outputs yourself.

Tips or comments about this product

Please note: connection of the Scarlett 18i8 to the iPad requires the separately available Apple Camera Connection Kit.
This product comes with free effects bundles. Included are the Focusrite Red 2 and 3 Plugin Suite and Softube Time & Tone Plugin Bundle.

Specifications

Product features

19 inches	no
Computer ports	USB
Suitable for operating system	Apple OSX / Mac OS, Microsoft Windows
Maximum sample rate	96 kHz
MIDI I/O (din connector)	MIDI in, MIDI out
Network connections	none
Software included	not specified

Weight and dimensions including packaging

Weight (incl. packaging)	2,0 kg
Dimensions (incl. packaging)	30,0 x 29,0 x 12,0 cm

Product specifications

USB audio interface
for Mac, PC and iPad (see comments)
four high-grade microphone preamps
phantom voltage, gain, pad, mic/instr/line for the first two mic inputs
phantom voltage, gain, pad for the last two mic inputs
balanced outputs
robust metal chassis from one piece
sound quality: 24 bit, 96 kHz
red/green illuminated gain controls
large volume control (monitor)
with Scarlett MixControl software
Ableton Live Lite, Scarlett Plug-in Suite, Novation Bass Station, Loopmasters included
Mac: OS X 10.7, OS X 10.8
PC: Windows 7 (all versions), Windows 8 (all versions except. RT)

Connectors:

2x mic/line/instrument input (combo XLR/6.3 mm TRS jack)
2x mic/line input (combo XLR/6.3 mm TRS jack)
4x line input (TRS jack)
2x line output (TRS jack)
2x S/PDIF input/output (RCA)
8x ADAT input (optical), 4 channels via 98 kHz SMUX
2x headphone output (stereo jack) with volume control
MIDI IN/OUT (5-pin DIN)
USB out (USB-B)