Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 3RD

Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 18x8 USB Audio Interface

The 3rd Generation Scarlett 18i8 3 RD gives you all the tools to record all your instruments in studio quality, anywhere. With its high channel count, compact size and a huge selection of software in the box, 18i8 is ready to record your band wherever you are.

Features

• High-performance converters operate at up to 24-bit / 192 kHz resolution
• Four XLR-1/4" combo inputs with upgraded third-generation Scarlett mic preamps
• Switchable Air setting reproduces the Air effect of Focusrite's original ISA mic preamp for vocal recordings with enhanced brightness and openness
• Two high-impedance, high-headroom 1/4" instrument inputs enable distortion-free recording of your guitar and bass
• Front-panel 1/4" inputs 1-2 may be switched to accept unbalanced instrument level or balanced line level, while front-panel 1/4" inputs 3-4 accept line level
• Independent gain knobs with gain halo metering make it easy to set input levels for channels 1-4
• Selectable pads for inputs 1-4 attenuate the input signal to inhibit distortion
• 1/4" inputs 5-8 on the rear panel accept balanced line-level signal without gain control
• One pair of virtual loopback inputs allows you to capture a stereo feed of any combination of hardware input and software playback channels, making podcasting, live streaming, and sampling tasks easier
• Four balanced 1/4" TRS monitor outputs with anti-thump technology 
• Two stereo 1/4" headphone outputs
• Independent volume controls for headphone and monitor outputs
• Main/alt speaker switching via software
• Traditional 5-pin MIDI I/O provides straightforward connectivity for a MIDI keyboard, synthesizer, or sound module
• S/PDIF coaxial I/O assures simple integration of other digital equipment such as a DJ mixer, media player, or external converter
• Route eight channels from an external analog-to-digital converter (available separately) to the ADAT optical input
• Durable housing is compact, lightweight, and portable
• Connects via USB to your computer
• Powered via included power supply