{"product_id":"focusrite-scarlett-18i20-4th-gen-usb-audio-interface","title":"Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen USB Audio Interface","description":"\u003ch4\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEight ultra-low-noise mic\/line preamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo front-panel mic\/line and instrument preamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo Air preamp modes for classic console sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClip Safe and Auto Gain modes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 line outputs inc. alt speaker switching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to 16 channels of ADAT I\/O\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS\/PDIF, MIDI, and Word Clock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes Hitmaker Expansion and DAW software bundle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen is a powerful USB-C audio interface designed for musicians and producers who need the flexibility to record full bands or complex setups. With 18 inputs, 20 outputs and eight high-quality mic preamps, the Scarlett 18i20 delivers pristine 24-bit\/192kHz sound quality and all the connectivity required for professional recordings. Whether you're working in a home studio or a professional setup, the Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen provides everything you need to achieve studio-grade results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Connectivity for Any Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Scarlett 18i20 offers extensive I\/O options to handle a wide range of recording scenarios. It includes eight analog inputs, two high-impedance instrument inputs, and digital ADAT and S\/PDIF I\/O, allowing for up to 18 inputs and 20 outputs in total. Use the analog connections to patch in microphones, instruments, keyboards, or drum machines, and expand your setup with ADAT for additional preamps or converters. The built-in MIDI I\/O lets you connect synths and controllers, while word clock I\/O ensures precise synchronization with other digital devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpand Your Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eUnlock up to 16 extra inputs and 16 extra outputs using the four ADAT ports—perfect for live sessions, large drum recordings, and other I\/O-heavy setups. Connect two additional Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen interfaces to achieve a total of 24 mic preamps and set levels in just 10 seconds using multi-channel Auto Gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStudio-Grade Preamps and Audio Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe eight mic preamps in the Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen feature an ultrawide gain range and low noise, ensuring clean and detailed recordings for any source. Focusrite's re-engineered Air mode adds rich harmonic drive and high-end presence, emulating the sound of vintage analog consoles. Paired with Focusrite's flagship-grade 24-bit\/192kHz AD\/DA converters and up to 122dB of dynamic range, the Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen captures every nuance of your performance with exceptional clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnhance Your Sound With Studio Plug-ins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Scarlett 18i20 includes a suite of professional plug-ins to take your recordings to the next level. Recreate the warmth of Focusrite's legendary consoles with the Red 2 \u0026amp; 3 plug-ins, dial in realistic guitar tones with Softube Amp Room, or add depth with Relab's LX480 Essentials reverb. Auto-Tune Access provides real-time pitch correction, while Splice Sounds offers access to millions of royalty-free samples and presets. These tools give you a complete virtual studio, right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntuitive Control Software for Seamless Workflow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFocusrite Control, an intuitive app for macOS, Windows, iOS and Android, makes configuring your Scarlett 18i20 easy. Use it to adjust routing, monitoring and preamp gain with just a few clicks. Auto Gain automatically sets optimal input levels, while Clip Safe ensures you never lose a take by tweaking gain in real time to prevent clipping. With Focusrite Control, you can set up sessions quickly and focus on your creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuto Gain: Work Faster\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe Scarlett 18i20 has unique workflow tools that benefit engineers of all experience levels. With Auto Gain, in just a few seconds, Scarlett will set the perfect level for whatever you’re recording. For more complex setups, multi-channel Auto Gain adjusts levels for multiple microphones, either directly on the 18i20 or through the Focusrite Control 2 mobile and desktop applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndustry-Standard Software Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 comes with a powerful software package to jumpstart your recording projects. Ableton Live Lite offers a streamlined platform for songwriting and beatmaking, while Pro Tools Intro+ provides a fully featured DAW for recording, editing, and mixing. Combined with virtual instruments, effects and samples, the Scarlett 18i20 delivers all the tools you need to produce professional-quality music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded Software\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbleton Live Lite:\u003c\/strong\u003e A powerful DAW for songwriting and beatmaking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tools Intro+:\u003c\/strong\u003e A fully-featured DAW with virtual instruments, effects, and advanced editing tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSplice Sounds Membership:\u003c\/strong\u003e Access millions of royalty-free samples and presets for creative inspiration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Plug-Ins:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocusrite Red 2 \u0026amp; 3 for classic EQ and compression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftube Amp Room for authentic guitar amp simulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelab LX480 Essentials for studio-quality reverb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuto-Tune Access for pitch correction and creative vocal effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusrite Hitmaker Expansion Software Bundle Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery eligible Focusrite interface includes the Hitmaker Expansion software bundle, a comprehensive collection of professional production tools designed to help you write, record, mix and master music with confidence. Included titles span every stage of the creative process, from pitch correction and virtual instruments to mixing, mastering and distribution. The bundle includes Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC, Celemony Melodyne Essential, Focusrite Red 2 \u0026amp; 3 Plug-in Suite, Klevgrand Korvpressor, Klevgrand REAMP, Landr Studio with five free masters, Native Instruments MASSIVE, Relab LX480 Essentials, Softube Flow Guitar Essentials, Sonnox Soften, Sonnox VoxDoubler, XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock and XLN Audio Addictive Keys. Together, these industry-respected tools provide a complete production environment capable of delivering release-ready results right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapture Every Detail With the Scarlett 18i20—Your Professional Recording Powerhouse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 combines professional-grade sound quality, versatile connectivity, and advanced features to meet the needs of modern recording setups. Whether you're capturing full band performances, producing intricate arrangements, or syncing complex digital systems, the Scarlett 18i20 delivers the tools and reliability to elevate your music. Bring studio-quality recording to your setup with the Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen and create like a pro.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTalkback and Monitoring Tools\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe 18i20 features a built-in talkback mic, A\/B speaker switching for instant referencing on various monitor configurations including multi-speaker systems, and eight channels of LED bar metering which can be assigned to inputs or outputs, as well as master output metering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl Your Mixes With Desktop and Mobile Apps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe Focusrite Control 2 software takes care of setting up routing, levels, monitor mixes and all other functions on the 18i20. It’s fast and simple to operate; and in addition to the desktop application, the iOS and Android Focusrite Control 2 apps enables engineers and performers to adjust monitor mixes and multiple mic pre gains—Scarlett’s preamps are remote controllable—away from the computer in the live room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Control With Desktop and Mobile App\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eUse the software, Focusrite Control 2, to manage routing and levels, monitor mixes and control other features of Scarlett 4th Gen interfaces. The desktop software, plus apps for iOS and Android, enable producers and performers to adjust monitor mixes and mic pre gains remotely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"gmail-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eComputer Connectivity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003eUSB 2.0\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eForm Factor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003eDesktop, Rackmount\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eSimultaneous I\/O:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003e24 x 28 (including ADAT 16-channel)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eNumber of Preamps:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003e8\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003ePhantom Power:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eA\/D Resolution:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003e24-bit\/192kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eAnalog Inputs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003e8 x XLR-1\/4\" Combo (Rear), 2 x XLR-1\/4\" Combo (front)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eAnalog Outputs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003e10 x 1\/4\" TRS\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eDigital Inputs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003e1 x Coax (S\/PDIF), 1 x Optical\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eDigital Outputs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003e1 x Optical, 1 x Coax (S\/PDIF)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003e2 x 1\/4\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eMIDI I\/O:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003eIn\/Out\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eUSB:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003e1 x USB-C\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eClock I\/O:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003e1 x BNC (word clock out)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003eMulti-speaker Monitor Groups: 2.1 channel, 5.1 channel surround (Focusrite Control 2)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003eAvid Pro Tools Intro+ Perpetual License, Ableton Live Lite, Hitmaker Expansion Bundle\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eOS Requirements - Mac:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003emacOS 11 or later\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eOS Requirements - PC:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003eWindows 10 or later\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eRack Spaces:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003e1U (rack ears included)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003ePower Supply:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003eStandard IEC AC Input (cable included)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003e1.83\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003e17.4\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003e10.22\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"gmail-specs-table__row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__header\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-specs-table__cell\"\u003e7.28 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModel# AMS-SCARLETT-18I20-4G","brand":"Focusrite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59754855759953,"sku":"107833","price":749.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/8936\/5585\/files\/focusrite-scarlett-18i20-4th-gen-usb-audio-interface-1.png?v=1783377204","url":"https:\/\/www.musiciansbuy.com\/products\/focusrite-scarlett-18i20-4th-gen-usb-audio-interface","provider":"MusiciansBuy.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}