




Focusrite
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 is the industry-leading USB audio interface for project studios, with pro-grade converters taken directly from Focusrite’s flagship RedNet range. It’s ideal for tracking; the eight 4th Gen mic preamps have an impressive 69dB of gain, capable of capturing the most dynamic performances, with Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes taking care of levels so you can focus on the take. Scarlett 18i20 is also the perfect hub to integrate your DAW and hardware with more than enough analogue and digital I/O to connect a huge number of 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 20 outputs; including eight mic preamps, line, instrument, and MIDI I/O
- Fully equipped for demanding project studios with ADAT, SPDIF, and Word Clock I/O
- 4th Gen preamps with 69dB of gain
The legendary preamps now have even more gain and are remote controllable - Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes
18i20 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 and built-in talkback microphone
Essential features 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
Unlock 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.
Auto Gain: Work fasterScarlett 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 18i20 or through the Focusrite Control 2 mobile and desktop applications.
Talkback and monitoring toolsThe 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.
Control your mixes with desktop and mobile appsThe Focusrite Control 2 software takes care of setting up routing, levels, monitor mixes, and all other functions on 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.
Industry-leading production softwareThe 4th generation Scarlett 18i20 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
Provides essential audio and MIDI tools for any kind of music production, plus over 80 effects and instrument plugins. - Ableton Live Lite
The iconic DAW includes instruments, effects, and clip/scene launching for creativity and performance. - Six months of FL Studio Producer Edition
Advanced production capabilities including Stem Separation, audio recording, 94 instruments/effects, unlimited Audio Clips, and more. - Splice Sounds
Three months of access (new accounts only) to millions of royalty-free one-shots, loops, and presets, with daily updates.
Hitmaker Expansion
- Antares® Auto-Tune® Access
Real-time pitch correction and creative vocal tuning for everything from natural takes to modern effects. - Klevgrand Korvpressor
Adaptive compressor/limiter with a minimalist interface for simple, effective dynamics control. - Klevgrand REAMP
Spectral saturation processor offering warmth and analog character using seven classic gear models. - Softube® Marshall® Silver Jubilee 2555
Authentic amp model for tones from warm clean to high-gain, developed by Softube® and Marshall®. - Native Instruments® MASSIVE
A powerful synth for bass, leads, and more, with over 1300 production-ready presets. - Sonnox VoxDoubler
Vocal doubling plugins for width and thickness with natural-sounding results. - Landr Studio + Five Free Masters
Two months of access including unlimited MP3 mastering, distribution, and five free masters to keep. - Brainworx® bx_console Focusrite SC
Full channel strip emulating the legendary Focusrite ISA 110 preamps and console sound. - Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite
Classic EQ and compressor models used in world-class studios for decades. - XLN Audio® Addictive Keys: Studio Grand
Piano plugin based on the iconic Steinway® Model D, recorded in a professional studio. - XLN Audio® Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock
Drum plugin with high-end Tama®, Pearl®, Paiste®, and Sabian® samples recorded at Decibel Studios. - Relab LX480 Essentials
Four reverb algorithms modeled on a legendary unit used in countless hits from top artists.
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: 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 and up to 8 channels at 96kHz)
- ADAT Outputs: 2 (16 channels at 44.1/48kHz and up to 8 channels at 96kHz)
- SPDIF Input: 1
- SPDIF Output: 1
- MIDI Input: 1
- MIDI Output: 1
- Talkback: Yes
- Loopback: Yes
- Connectivity: USB Type-C
- Protocol: USB 2.0
- Form Factor: Desktop
- Simultaneous I/O: 20 x 24 (including Loopback)
- A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192 kHz
- Bus Powered: No