Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 Gen 3
Overview
The rack-mountable Focusrite 18i20 Gen 3 gives you 18 inputs and 20 outputs of incredible sound quality. Enough to make any space into a fully-fledged recording studio.
Key Features
– High-performance 24-bit/192kHz converters
– 8 upgraded 3rd-generation Scarlett mic preamps
– Switchable Air mode gives your recordings a brighter, more open sound
– 2 high-headroom instrument inputs for bass, guitar, or synths
– 8 balanced line inputs, total of 10 balanced line outputs
– 4 monitor outputs with anti-thump technology and speaker switching for dual-monitor setups
– 2 x ADAT optical I/O, S/PDIF I/O, MIDI I/O, word clock out
– Front-panel 8-channel, 5-segment LED bar-graph meters
– Super-low latency lets you monitor with native plug-in effects in real time
– Direct Monitor circuit for monitoring your input with guaranteed low-latency
– Virtual loopback makes podcasting, live streaming, and sampling easy
– Onboard talkback functionality with built-in front-panel talkback mic
– Dual headphone outputs with independent level controls
– Internal power supply (IEC mains cable included)
– Quick Start tool gets you up and running fast
– Free 3-month Splice Sounds subscription
– Included software bundle
Specifications
Computer Connectivity:Â USB 2.0
Form Factor:Â Rackmount
Simultaneous I/O:Â 18 x 20
Number of Preamps:Â 8
Phantom Power:Â Yes
A/D Resolution:Â Up to 24-bit/192kHz
Analog Inputs:Â 2 x XLR-1/4″ combo (mic/Hi-Z), 6 x XLR-1/4″ combo (mic/line)
Analog Outputs:Â 10 x 1/4″ (line out)
Digital Inputs:Â 1 x Coax (S/PDIF), 2 x Optical (ADAT)*
Digital Outputs:Â 1 x Coax (S/PDIF), 2 x Optical (ADAT)*
Headphones:Â 2 x 1/4″
MIDI I/O:Â In/Out
USB:Â 1 x Type USB-C
Clock I/O:Â 1 x Word Clock Out
Software:Â Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools First Creative Pack, Red Plug-in Suite, Focusrite Collective access
OS Requirements – Mac:Â macOS 10.12 or later
OS Requirements – PC:Â Windows 10 v1809 or later
Rack Spaces:Â 1U
Power Supply:Â Standard IEC AC cable
*dual ADAT optical In and Out ports, you can expand your recording and mixing capabilities, adding up to eight further inputs and outputs at 48kHz or 96kHz via a mic pre such as Scarlett OctoPre or Scarlett OctoPre Dynamic, or four channels at 192kHz. That’s more than enough channels to mic up the whole band and route a full mix to a console or summing box.
