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The Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 is a powerful yet simple-to-use USB-C audio interface that provides everything serious musicians need to capture professional recordings. With 18 inputs and 20 outputs, including eight high-quality mic preamps and a variety of connectivity options, you'll have all the I/O you need to record a full band or songwriter setup. The Scarlett 18i20's newly designed preamps offer an ultrawide gain range and low noise, allowing you to capture every nuance of your performance. You'll get the same renowned sound quality as Focusrite's flagship interfaces, with studio-grade 24-bit/192kHz converters and up to 122dB dynamic range providing pristine clarity.

Versatile Connectivity for any Setup

With eight analog inputs, including two instrument inputs and ADAT and SPDIF digital I/O, the Scarlett 18i20 has all the connectivity you need. Patch in mics, instruments, keyboards, drum machines and outboard gear with analog connections. Expand your I/O with ADAT and get up to 18 ins and 20 outs total. Built-in MIDI I/O lets you connect your favorite synths and controllers. Word clock in and out ensures sample-accurate sync with other digital devices.

Enhance Your Sound With Studio Processing

The Scarlett 18i20 includes a suite of studio plug-ins to enhance your recordings. Re-create the sound of Focusrite's classic consoles with the Red 2 & 3 plug-in, use the Softube Amp Room to dial in realistic amp tones or add studio reverb with Relab's LX480 Essentials. Auto-Tune Access provides real-time pitch correction, while splice Sounds gives you access to millions of samples and presets to power your music productions. You'll have an entire studio's worth of processing right at your fingertips.

Simple yet powerful control software

The Scarlett 18i20 works with Focusrite Control, an intuitive desktop app for macOS and Windows that lets you configure routing, monitoring and more with a few clicks of your mouse. Focusrite Control is also available as an iOS/Android app, allowing you to adjust monitor mixes and preamp gains from your mobile device. Set up a recording in seconds with Auto Gain, which automatically sets input levels and never lose a take thanks to Clip Safe, which tweaks gain in real time to avoid clipping.

Includes industry-standard recording software

The Scarlett 18i20 comes with everything you need to start recording and producing music. Ableton Live Lite provides an intuitive platform for songwriting and beatmaking. Pro Tools Artist gives you a fully-featured DAW for recording, editing and mixing. You'll have access to virtual instruments, effects and samples to fuel your creativity. No matter what type of music you want to create, the Scarlett 18i20 provides all the software tools and I/O to make it happen.

Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen 18x20 USB-C Audio Interface
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen 18x20 USB-C Audio Interface
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen 18x20 USB-C Audio Interface

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  • Industry-leading 192kHz AD/DA converters for pristine audio
  • Eight mic preamps and two instrument inputs for versatile recording
  • Re-engineered Air mode for rich harmonic drive and musical presence
  • Clip safe technology ensures you never lose a take

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  • Number of Microphone Preamps: 8
  • Phantom Power: 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
  • SPDIF Input: 2
  • SPDIF Output: 2
  • Loopback: Yes
  • Connectivity: USB Type-C
  • Protocol: USB 2.0
  • Form Factor: Desktop
  • Simultaneous I/O: 20 x 24 (including Loopback)
  • A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192kHz
  • Bus Powered: No
  • Software Compatibility
  • Scarlett 18i20 is class compliant so will work with Mac, Windows PC, Chromebook, USB-C iPad and iPhone
  • Power Requirements
  • 100-240V, 50/60Hz 30W (IEC Cable included)
  • Included Software:
  • Antares Auto-Tune Access
  • Softube Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555
  • Native Instruments MASSIVE
  • Sonnox VoxDoubler
  • Landr Studio, plus five free masters
  • Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC
  • Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite
  • XLN Audio Addictive Keys
  • XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock
  • Relab’s LX480 Essentials
  • FAST Balancer
  • In the Box
  • Scarlett 18i20
  • IEC cable
  • USB cable

collapse expand iconWarranty

All Focusrite products are built to the highest standards, and are designed to provide many years of reliable performance. In the event of a Manufacturing Defect becoming evident during the warranty period, Focusrite will ensure that the product is repaired or replaced free of charge. The warranty for any product purchased on or after the 1st January 2018 is a period of 36 months from the date of original purchase. The warranty period for products purchased on or prior to the 31st December 2017 is 24 months from the date of original purchase.

A Manufacturing Defect is defined as a defect in the performance of the product as described and published by Focusrite. A Manufacturing Defect does not include damage caused by post-purchase transportation, storage or careless handling, nor damage caused by misuse.

While this warranty is provided by Focusrite, it is fulfilled by Focusrite’s distribution partner in the country in which you purchased the product. To contact Focusrite's local distribution partner regarding a warranty issue, click here; they will advise you of the appropriate procedure for resolving the warranty issue. Note that many of the products returned under warranty are found not to exhibit any hardware fault at all. In the case of operational interruption, it’s worth checking other factors such as cables, drivers, software settings and the like, prior to returning your hardware. Contact Focusrite support first, if you experience technical issues.

In every case you will need to provide a copy of the original invoice or store receipt to Focusrite’s local distribution partner. In the event that you are unable to provide proof of purchase, you should request a copy of your receipt from the reseller from whom you purchased the product. If you purchase a Focusrite product outside your normal country of residence, Focusrite’s distribution partner in your normal country of residence will not be able to honor this limited warranty, although you may request an out-of-warranty chargeable repair.

This limited warranty is offered solely to products purchased from an Authorised Focusrite Reseller. This Warranty is in addition to your statutory rights in the country of purchase.

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