Focusrite Audio Engineering Scarlett 18i8 - Audio interface - 24-bit - 96 kHz - stereo - USB 2.0

Focusrite Audio Engineering Scarlett 18i8 - audio interface

Key Features and Benefits: 18 separate inputs At the heart of 18i8 is a set of four Focusrite mic preamps with up to 60dB gain, designed specifically for Focusrite's computer audio interfaces. The first two offer mic/line/instrument on universal XLR/TRS connectors while 3 and 4 offer mic/line capability on universal XLRs - all four on the front panel with pads and 48V phantom power. Four more line inputs are provided on TRS connectors. An ADAT optical digital connector provides eight additional digital inputs that can also be used with external mic preamps like Focusrite's OctoPre Mk II to increase the number of mic inputs the 18i8 can handle to 12. 8 independent outputs On the output side, there are two TRS monitor outputs, stereo S/PDIF coax, and two independent stereo headphone outputs, each with their own volume knob so artist and engineer can control their own personal monitoring. All analog inputs and outputs have their own connectors, so no breakout cables are required, and all feature Focusrite precision 24-bit, 96kHz sampling A/D and D/A conversion to get the most accurate signal possible into and out of recording applications on Windows, Mac and iOS apps. Tough and innovative hardware Scarlett 18i8 is housed in a compact red unibody metal case to withstand the rigors of the road - and the studio. Input level controls feature signal halos - LED rings around the level control that give a simple and immediate go/no-go level indication: green means there is a recordable signal while red indicates overload. A large main monitor knob with mute button means that main monitor levels are always at your fingertips. Rugged metal unibody chassis Whether you are in the studio or on the road your Scarlett 18i8 will not only look great, but also withstand the impacts sustained by a mobile recording rig. High quality 24bit 96KHz audio interface for Mac, PC and iPad 18i8 features professional conversion technology guaranteeing pristine audio quality and reliable synchronization on Mac, PC and iPad (or any iOS device). Unique gain halos for safeguarding your levels Unique gain halo indicators make it clear when you have a good signal for recording. When the halos are green you have a good level, and when they turn red it means you need to turn the gain down. Scarlett MixControl ultra-low-latency DSP mixer and router Scarlet MixControl provides an 18 x 8 DSP mixer with flexible routing capabilities, intuitive one-click presets and lower than 1.4 ms latency.