The studio centrepiece for all your instruments. The Scarlett 18i20 is the ultimate audio interface for recording your entire setup. With a massive 26-in and 26-out configuration, including eight of Focusrite’s most detailed ultra-low-noise mic preamps, you can capture every part of your band’s performance. The 18i20 is packed with features that make every take a keeper, from Auto Gain and Clip Safe to powerful software and remote control options.

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The Ultimate Studio Interface
The Scarlett 18i20 is designed to be the heart of your project studio. With eight of our best-ever Scarlett mic pres, you’ll get incredibly clear and detailed recordings. The huge 69dB gain range means you can use any mic to get the best sound. The Hi-Z instrument inputs are perfect for plugging in your guitar, and it will feel just like using an amp.

Let Scarlett Set Your Levels
Scarlett’s Dynamic Gain Halos make it easy to set your recording levels. You can also use Auto Gain, and Scarlett will do the work for you. Just hit the button, play for ten seconds, and Scarlett will set the perfect level.

Make Every Take a Keeper
Clip Safe is always listening and checking your levels up to 96,000 times a second. If you are at risk of clipping, Clip Safe will automatically adjust the gain, so you can focus on the music without worrying about losing a take.

All the Ins and Outs You Need
With ADAT, S/PDIF, and MIDI I/O, you have plenty of room to expand your studio. Connect all your synths, drum machines, and outboard gear. The 18i20 gives you all the connections you need to work with your entire collection of audio equipment.

Big Console Sound
For standout vocal and instrument tracks, the re-engineered Air mode brings your sound to the front of the mix. Presence mode adds a rich, musical presence, while Harmonic Drive mode adds a big-studio console sound.

Features

• Eight remote-controllable Scarlett mic preamps with 122dB dynamic range
• Auto Gain and Clip Safe
• Two independent headphone outputs
• Two Air modes (Presence and Harmonic Drive)
• Built-in talkback mic
• Remote control via mobile app
• Expandable I/O with S/PDIF and ADAT connections
• Word Clock output
• Independent outputs for flexible mixing
• Converters from Focusrite’s flagship RedNet interfaces
• Powerful headphone amps
• Alt monitor switching
• Included Hitmaker Expansion software bundle
• Three-year warranty

Specs

• Number of Microphone Preamps: 8
• Phantom Power: Yes (Independent)
• Instrument Inputs: 2
• Line Inputs: 8
• Air Mode: Yes
• Auto Gain: Yes
• Clip Safe: Yes
• Line Outputs: 10
• Headphone Outputs: 2
• ADAT Inputs: 2 (16 channels at 44.1/48kHz, 8 channels at 96kHz)
• ADAT Outputs: 2 (16 channels at 44.1/48kHz, 8 channels at 96kHz)
• SPDIF Inputs: 1
• SPDIF Outputs: 1
• MIDI Inputs: 1
• MIDI Outputs: 1
• Talkback: Yes
• Loopback: Yes
• Connectivity: USB Type-C
• Protocol: USB 2.0
• Form Factor: Desktop / Rack Mountable (1U)
• Simultaneous I/O: 26 x 26
• A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192 kHz
• Bus Powered: No
• Dimensions: 46.55mm (H) x 442mm (W) x 259.73mm (D)
• Weight: 3.304kg
• Supported sample rates: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz