Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 3rd Gen Audio Interface

The heart of your setup. High channel count. Professional quality audio. Pro features, including talkback mic and speaker switching. 18i20 makes any space a studio. The eight 3rd Generation Scarlett mic preamps sound great, with enough IO to record a full band straight out of the box. Air mode recreates the legendary effect of Focusrite's ISA mic pres and makes vocals and guitars shine.

Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 3rd Gen Audio Interface Key Features:

• Eight inputs and ten outputs; eight 3rd Generation mic pres, two Hi-Z instrument inputs, and ten balanced outputs plus ADAT input and output for up to eight more channels each way.
• Air Mode breathes life into vocals and acoustic instruments.
• 24-bit/192 kHz converters deliver studio-quality sound.
• Two powerful headphone outputs with independent level controls.
• Focusrite Control makes it easy to route audio and create the perfect monitor mix.
• Loopback makes streaming and sampling simple.
• Built-in talkback mic.
• Flexible connectivity, with MIDI and S/PDIF.
• USB-C connectivity, compatible with MacOS and Windows.
• Includes Ableton Live Lite, three months of Pro Tools Artist, and the Hitmaker Expansion, with plugins from Antares, Softube, Landr, XLN Audio and more.
• Three-year warranty and award-winning customer support for life.

The high-impedance, high-headroom instrument inputs are great for recording guitar or bass without clipping. Ten balanced outputs, with Anti Thump speaker switching, are hum-free for pristine monitoring and are ideal as FX sends. Two powerful headphone outputs with individual level controls let you monitor, mix and master however you want. Built-in talkback mic makes it easy to talk to your band during busy recording sessions. Loopback makes streaming and sampling simple. And it comes with some of the best-loved tools in the business, including Ableton Live Lite, Avid Pro Tools Artist and Hitmaker Expansion – with plugins from legendary Auto-Tune creators Antares, Brainworx, Softube, Landr, XLN Audio, Relab, and more.

You’ve never sounded so good

The eight latest generation mic pres are the best Scarlett has ever heard. Scarlett brings Focusrite’s professional sound quality to your studio. No other interface sounds quite like Scarlett

Loud and clear

Hi-res 24-bit/192kHz converters give recordings stunning clarity. High dynamic range and ultra-low noise makes sure Scarlett sounds just like you.

Work faster, not harder

Mac, PC, or iPadOS. Super-low latency means better takes. Better takes mean better recordings. Scarlett keeps you on track.

Feel it in the air

Air has been breathing life into records for over thirty years. Add high-end detail to vocals and acoustic instruments. Get the sound of the iconic Focusrite’s Studio Console instantly.

Level up

Segmented front panel metering makes setting levels simple. Find the sweet spot immediately and get great sound every time.

Ready when you are

Scarlett won’t let you down. Focusrite’s premium build quality, rock-solid drivers and their award-winning support team make sure of it.

All the tools you need to start recording right, now

There’s no better way to step into studio recording – your Scarlett interface comes with some of the best loved tools in the business, including:

• Hitmaker Expansion: features exclusive content from legendary Auto-Tune creators Antares, along with Native Instruments, Brainworx, Softube, Landr, XLN Audio, Relab and more.
• Three-month’s Avid Pro Tools Artist subscription and Avid Complete Plugin Bundle: Record and release tracks with the industry-standard DAW and plugin collection. After three-months get an annual subscription with 25% off Pro Tools Artist or 33% off Pro Tools Studio.
• 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.
• Three Month Splice Sounds Subscription: spark inspiration instantly with Splice’s huge Sounds library. With 100 credits per month added to your account, you can grab samples of thousands of artists and millions of sounds.