Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 3rd Gen (opened)

The Scarlett 18i8 is an advanced model of the Scarlett 3rd generation soundcard series. The sound card provides producers with extreme connectivity options that allow them to have all their hardware equipment plugged in and ready to go at all times. The Scarlett 18i8 promises a fully professional service beyond the walls of the recording studio. Through four combo and four line inputs, it offers the ability to easily simultaneously record instruments and vocals. The presence of MIDI and SPDIF connectors, along with an ADAT optical input, extends the device's connectivity with the possibility of connecting synthesizers or drum modules. The 18i8 features eight line inputs and two headphone outputs with separate volume control. It also offers high quality AD/DA converters capable of working with resolutions up to 24 -bit/192 kHz or microphone preamps with AIR mode to simulate the legendary ISA preamps. The third generation Scarlett features significantly less distortion and latency, greater signal-to-noise ratio or more headroom. Connectivity via USB-C is a new feature.

An industrial design with controls and a sleek chassis made of metal delivers durability and longevity that will prove itself in any demanding application. The latest version of the Scarlett microphone preamps offers a more balanced and wider Gain control potentiometer than before, allowing for very smooth adjustment of input levels. Similarly, the instrument input has been redesigned to cope with even the most powerful guitar pickups. For safety, the analog input and output sections are equipped with circuitry that protects the soundcard from unwanted signal spikes. Included in the package are Ableton Live 11 Lite, Pro-Tools First l Focusrite Creative Pack, Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite, Softube Time & Tone Bundle, XLN Audio Addictive Keys, Splice and Plug-In Collective.

Hitmaker Expansion Bundle
The software package is now expanded with new plug-ins that will take your audio to a professional level and greatly simplify the entire recording and post-production process. The Hitmaker Expansion includes Auto-tune Access for vocals, Relab's unique LX480 Essentials studio reverb, Softube Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555 virtual tube amp, XLN Addictive Drums and Keys, 2 plugins and Polysynth by Brainworx, Focusrite Red 2 & 3 (EQ and compressor), or a three month license of Splice Sounds and Pro Tools.