USB AUDIO INTERFACE The Scarlett 18i20 is the industry-leading USB audio interface for small studios, featuring Focusrite's iconic professional converters from the RedNet range. It is ideal for recording tracks. Eight Gen 4 mic preamps deliver an incredible 69 dB of gain to capture the most dynamic performances. Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes take care of the levels, so you can focus on each shot. The Scarlett 18i20 is also the perfect core for integrating your DAW and hardware. It has enough analog and digital I/O to connect a large number of external instruments, processors and effects, as well as easily manage complex routing with Focusrite Control 2 software. 18 inputs and 20 outputs, including eight mic preamps, line, instrument and MIDI 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 and the integrated DSP emulate the sound of studio mixing consoles and classic ISA.

Low latency monitoring
Direct routing and six internal mixers so you send the sound wherever you want at very low latency

24-bit/192 kHz conversion with 120 dB dynamic range
The same AD/DA converters as the flagship RedNet range from Focusrite

The 4th generation Scarlett 18i20 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

• Mic preamps: 8
• Power phantom: yes (independent)
• Instrument inputs: 2
• Line inputs: 8
• Air mode: yes
• Auto Gain: yes
• Clip Safe: yes
• Line outputs: 10
• Headphone outputs: 2
• ADAT inputs: 2
• ADAT outputs: 2
• Inputs SPDIF: 2
• SPDIF outputs: 2
• Loopback: yes
• Connectivity: USB Type C
• Protocol: USB 2.0
• Design: desktop
• Simultaneous I/O: 20 x 24 (including Loopback)
• A/D resolution: 24 bits/192 kHz
• Bus powered: no

Software compatibility
The Scarlett 18i20 has native compatibility and works with Mac, Windows PC, Chromebook, iPad with USB-C and iPhone.

Power requirements
• 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz 30 W (including IEC cable)