




Focusrite
Focusrite Scarlett 18i16 4th Gen
Focusrite Scarlett 18i16 is ideal for multitrack recording. It has pro-grade converters taken directly from Focusrite’s RedNet range; the four 4th Gen mic preamps have an impressive 69dB of gain, capable of capturing the most dynamic performances. Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes take care of levels so you can focus on the take. Scarlett 18i16 is also the perfect hub to integrate your DAW and hardware with enough analogue and digital I/O to connect multiple external instruments, processors, and effects, and manage complex routing with incredible ease via Focusrite Control 2 software.
Main features of the Focusrite Scarlett 18i16 4th Gen include:- 18 inputs and 16 outputs: including four mic preamps, line, instrument, and MIDI I/O
- Fully equipped for demanding project studios: with ADAT and SPDIF I/O
- 4th Gen pre-amps with 69dB of gain: the legendary preamps now have even more gain and are remote controllable
- Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes: 18i16 can automatically manage levels so engineers can focus on capturing the performance
- Re-engineered Air mode with Presence and Harmonic Drive: analogue circuitry and onboard DSP that emulates the sound of studio consoles and the classic ISA
- Low latency monitoring: direct routing and six internal mixers to send audio wherever you need to in super-low latency
- 24-bit, 192 kHz conversion with 122dB of dynamic range: the same AD/DA converters as Focusrite’s flagship RedNet range
- Focusrite Control 2 software and mobile app: instantly set up mixes and manage levels on your computer, or remotely from a mobile device
- Two powerful custom-designed headphone amps: engineer and artist can independently monitor with high-quality playback on any headphones
- A/B speaker switching: essential for serious project studios with multiple monitor rigs and control rooms
- Dynamic metering for input and outputs: get instant visual indication of your input and output levels from the hardware
- Included production software: comes with Pro Tools Intro+ for Focusrite, Ableton Live Lite, six months of FL Studio Producer Edition, and a suite of instruments, processors, and effects
- Easy Start tool: get up and running immediately with Focusrite’s driver installation and getting started tool
Designed to assist engineers of all levels, Auto Gain sets the optimal recording levels for any inputs in just a few seconds, getting you ready to record in moments. For more complex setups, multi-channel Auto Gain adjusts levels for multiple microphones, either directly on the interface or through the Focusrite Control 2 mobile and desktop applications.
Easy control with desktop and mobile appUse the software, Focusrite Control 2, to manage routing and levels, monitor mixes, and control other features of Scarlett 18i16. The desktop software, plus apps for iOS and Android, enable engineers and performers to adjust monitor mixes and multiple mic pre gains remotely - especially useful in live rooms.
Industry-leading production softwareThe 4th generation Scarlett 18i16 comes with Pro Tools Intro+ for Focusrite, Ableton Live Lite, six months of FL Studio Producer Edition, and a whole host of software instruments, processors, effects, and royalty-free samples from some of the biggest names in the business. Discover some of the best-loved studio tools on the planet for writing, recording, mixing, and mastering:
- Avid® Pro Tools Intro+ for Focusrite: Pro Tools Intro+ provides essential audio and MIDI tools needed for any kind of music production, plus a curated selection of over 80 effects and instrument plugins.
- Ableton Live Lite: The iconic DAW gives you everything you need to get started including instruments, effects and Live’s trademark clip and scene launching for taking ideas further or performance.
- Six months of FL Studio Producer Edition: Designed for those who seek advanced music production capabilities, including Stem Separation, audio recording, 94 instruments and effects, unlimited Audio Clips, and more.
- Splice Sounds: Three months Splice Sounds membership with new Splice accounts – offering millions of high-quality, royalty-free one-shots, loops, and presets, with new releases daily.
- Antares® Auto-Tune® Access: For everything from natural sounding, near-real-time pitch adjustment for getting the best vocal takes, to lightning-fast Hip-hop-inspired pitching for adding a whole new sound to your tracks.
- Klevgrand Korvpressor: Korvpressor is an adaptive compressor/limiter designed to bring balance and clarity to your mix with ease. Its minimalist interface simplifies compression, enabling you to effortlessly adjust input gain, compression level, and output gain parameters.
- Klevgrand REAMP: REAMP is an advanced spectral saturation processor that adds warmth and character of classic analogue gear to your sound. Featuring seven models based on real vintage gear, REAMP uses a unique and efficient algorithm to deliver rich, tape-like tones.
- Softube® Marshall® Silver Jubilee 2555: Plug in and fire up a hyper-realistic model of Marshall®’s Silver Jubilee 2555 — brought to you by analogue-modelling experts Softube®. This powerhouse amp model serves up everything from warm cleans, through to classic crunch, and up to modern high-gain tube amp sounds.
- Native Instruments® MASSIVE: MASSIVE from Native Instruments® is all about the BIG synth sounds – from huge bass to scorching leads. This high-end engine delivers stunning quality and an expansive universe of sounds to power and inspire your music. Includes over 1300 production-ready presets.
- Sonnox VoxDoubler: Doubling a recorded vocal is a great way to bring contrast, drama and presence to your songs. Sonnox VoxDoubler makes it easy, with two distinct plugins that focus on widening and thickening. Bring a professional sheen to your productions while preserving a perfectly natural sound.
- Landr Studio, plus five free masters: Produce and release your best work with two-month’s access to Landr Studio, as well as five free masters you can use even after your subscription ends. Includes unlimited MP3 mastering and unlimited distribution to platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and more.
- Brainworx® bx_console Focusrite SC: Get the unique character of the iconic large format console, with ISA 110 preamps — the origin of the famous ‘Air’ on Focusrite interfaces. This full channel strip includes EQ, de-esser, compressor, limiter, gate, and expander.
- Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite: Meticulously captured digital models of the iconic EQ and Compressors that helped define the Focusrite name. Used in top studios worldwide.
- XLN Audio® Addictive Keys: Includes the Studio Grand, based on the iconic Steinway® Model D. Instantly play and record professional-sounding piano performances.
- XLN Audio® Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock: High-end drum sounds featuring samples from Tama® and Pearl® drums, and Paiste® and Sabian® cymbals, recorded at Decibel Studios in Stockholm.
- Relab’s LX480 Essentials: Four reverbs modeled on the reverb unit at The Hit Factory NYC, used on countless hits from artists like Springsteen, The Weeknd, Pharell, and Katy Perry.
Enjoy three years of warranty
Wherever you happen to be in the world, you can rely on a three-year warranty if any Focusrite hardware needs repairing or replacing due to a manufacturing fault.
- Number of Microphone Preamps: 4
- Phantom Power: Yes (Independent)
- Instrument Inputs: 2
- Line Inputs: 8
- Air Mode: Yes
- Auto Gain: Yes
- Clip Safe: Yes
- Line Outputs: 4
- Headphone Outputs: 2
- ADAT Inputs: 1
- ADAT Outputs: 1
- SPDIF Input: 1
- SPDIF Output: 1
- MIDI Input: 1
- MIDI Output: 1
- Loopback: Yes
- Connectivity: USB Type-C
- Protocol: USB 2.0
- Form Factor: Desktop
- Simultaneous I/O: 20 x 18 (including Loopback)
- A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192 kHz
- Bus Powered: Yes 3A
Scarlett 18i16 is class compliant so will work with Mac, Windows PC, Chromebook, USB-C iPad, and iPhone.
Power Requirements- USB-3.0 Bus power: 5V @ 3A (15W)
- External power supply: 5V @ 3A (included)