Focusrite Scarlett 18i16-4G 4th Gen USB Audio Interface with 18 In, 16 Out, and Four Mic Preamps
- mfr: SCARLETT-18i16-4G
- SKU: 18I16-4G
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Product highlights
- Industry-leading USB audio interfaces for project studio
- 18 inputs and 16 outputs with four mic preamps
- 4th gen preamps with 69Db gain
- Re-engineered Air mode with Presence and Harmonic Drive
- Analogue circuitry and onboard
- Low latency monitoring
- Direct routing and six internal mixers
- 24-bit, 192 kHz conversion with 122dB of dynamic range
- A or B speaker switching
- Two powerful custom-designed headphone amps
Focusrite Scarlett 18i16-4G 4th Gen USB Audio Interface with 18 In, 16 Out, and Four Mic Preamps
Introducing Focusrite Scarlett 18i16, the industry-leading USB audio interface for producers, with converters taken from Focusrite’s flagship RedNet range. 18i16 features 18 inputs and 16 outputs, including four microphone preamps, Hi-Z and line inputs, ADAT, SPDIF, and MIDI connectivity. The 4th generation preamps offer an impressive 69dB of gain, allowing you to capture dynamic performances with clarity, whatever microphones you use. With a total of eight analogue inputs including two Hi-Z instrument ins, 18i16 provides ample connectivity for all your outboard. Powerful outputs ensure clean, ultra-low distortion playback; plus, two brand new custom-designed headphone amps to drive high-impedance headphones.
Studio-Grade Audio Quality
Completely redesigned audio circuitry now includes the same professional-grade 24-bit, 192kHzconverters as Focusrite’s flagship RedNet range - the choice of multi-million dollar recording studios and broadcast facilities, and boasts an impressive 122dB of dynamic range to capture everything from a whisper to a jet engine.
Air: That Big Console Sound
Re-engineered Air mode takes your sound’s unique character and brings it to the front of the mix, adding musical presence or rich harmonic drive to vocals and acoustic instruments; replicating the sound of driving a classic studio console.
Auto Gain: Work Faster
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. It’s especially useful in complex recording sessions with multiple microphones.
Clip Safe - Never Lose a Take
As you record, Clip Safe checks your levels up to 96,000 times a second, automatically tweaking the gain to avoid clipping, so you avoid introducing any unwanted artefacts from hard limiting. Never miss a crucial take, especially in high-pressure recording environments like live shows andlocation recordings.
Easy Control with Desktop and Mobile App
Use the software, FocusriteControl 2, to manage routing and levels, monitor mixes, and control other features of Scarlett 18i16. The desktop software, plus apps for iOS and Android, enableengineers and performers to adjust mixes and mic pre-gains remotely, especially useful in liverooms.
Includes Industry-Standard Production Software
The 4th generation Scarlett 18i16 includes a wealth of studio tools for writing, recording, mixing, and mastering. There’s Ableton Live Lite, a three-month subscription to Pro Tools Artist, three months of Splice Sounds, and a comprehensive selection of software instruments, processors, and effects from industry-leading names.
Easy Setup
Focusrite’s Easy Start web tool will get your 18i16 up and running with zero effort, helping you locate the drivers, take you through the installation process, and direct you towards the included software.
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 Avid Pro Tools Artist Subscription with Complete Plugin Bundle
A three-month subscription to Avid Pro Tools Artist and Avid Complete Plugin Bundle, with a 25 percent discount on Avid Pro Tools Artist after the subscription period, or a 33 percent discount on Avid Pro Tools Studio.
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.
Softube Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555
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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
If you want to add some real drama to your track, 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. If deep-diving into synthesis is not on your radar, there’s over 1300 production-ready that you can use as is, or fine-tune to perfection.
Specifications
| Form Factor | Desktop |
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| High-Pass Filter | No |
| Gain Adjustment | Yes |
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