USB AUDIO INTERFACE Scarlett 18i16 is ideal for multitrack recording. It has professional grade converters, taken directly from Focusrite's RedNet line. The four 4th generation mic preamps have an impressive 69 dB of gain, capable of capturing the most dynamic performances. Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes take care of the levels, so you can focus on the shot. Scarlett 18i16 is also perfect for integrating your DAW into your equipment, as it has enough analog and digital I/O to connect multiple instruments, processors and external effects, and manage complex routing with complete ease, through the Focusrite Control 2 software.

18 inputs and 16 outputs, including four mic preamps, MIDI, line and instrument I/O with SPDIF and ADAT I/O

4th generation preamps, with 69 dB of gain
Legendary preamps now have even more gain and can be controlled remotely

Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes
The 18i16 can manage levels automatically, so engineers can focus on capturing the performance

Air mode redesigned, with Presence and Harmonic Drive
Analog circuitry and integrated 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 it with extremely low latency

24-bit, 192 kHz conversion, with 120 dB of dynamic range
Same converters AD/DA than RedNet, Focusrte's flagship line

The 4th generation Scarlett 18i16 includes Ableton Live Lite, a three-month subscription to Pro Tools Artist, three months of Splice Sounds, and a wide selection of instrument, processor and effects software from the best brands in the industry. Unlock a wealth of studio tools for composing, recording, mixing and mastering:

• Auto-Tune® Access by Antares®
• Marshall® Silver Jubilee 2555 by Softube®
• MASSIVE by Native Instruments®
• Vox Doubler by Sonnox
• Landr Studio, plus five free masterers
• bx_console Focusrite SC by Brainworx®
• Red 2 and 3 plugin suite by Focusrite
• Addictive Keys by XLN Audio®
• Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock by XLN Audio®
• LX480 Essentials by Relab
• FAST Balancer

Technical specifications

• Number of microphone preamps: 4
• Phantom power: Yes (independent)
• Instrument inputs: 2
• Line inputs: 8
• Air mode: Yes
• Auto gain: Yes
• Clip Safe: Yes
• Line outputs: 4
• Headphone outputs: 2
• ADAT inputs: 1
• ADAT outputs: 1
• SPDIF input: 1
• SPDIF output: 1
• MIDI input: 1
• MIDI output: 1
• Loopback: Yes
• Connectivity: USB type C
• Protocol: USB 2.0
• Form factor: desktop
• Simultaneous I/O: 20 x 18 (Including loopback)
• A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192 kHz
• Bus Powered: Yes 3A

Software Compatibility
Scarlett 18i16 meets class requirements and works with Mac, Windows PC, Chromebook, USB-C iPad and iPhone.

Power supply requirements
• Powered by USB 3.0, 5 V, at 3A, 15 W
• External power supply: 5V at 3A (included)