Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen USB Audio Interface, for Multitrack Recording, Music Production and Podcasting — High-Fidelity, Studio Quality Recording, and All the Software You Need to Record
$749.99
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Scarlett 18i20 is the industry-leading USB audio interface for project studios, with pro-grade converters taken directly from Focusrite’s flagship RedNet range. It’s ideal for tracking; the eight 4th Gen mic preamps have an impressive 69dB of gain, capable of capturing the most dynamic performances, with Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes taking care of levels so you can focus on the take. Scarlett 18i20 is also the perfect hub to integrate your DAW and hardware with more than enough analogue and digital I/O to connect a huge number of external instruments, processors, and effects, and manage complex routing with incredible ease via Focusrite Control 2 software.
The engineer’s interface: Scarlett 18i20 features 18 inputs and 20 outputs, including eight mic preamps, Hi-Z, line inputs, ADAT, S/PDIF, MIDI I/O, and Word Clock
Capture everything: The 4th Generation preamps provide 69dB of gain, with two Hi-Z inputs and eight line inputs for versatile connectivity
Audio quality beyond its class: Equipped with 24-bit, 192kHz converters from our flapship RedNet range, offering a 122dB dynamic range for detailed recordings
Big-studio sound: Air modes add presence and harmonic drive to your sound, replicating the character of classic studio consoles for vocals and instruments
Professional workflow tools: Auto Gain sets optimal levels quickly, while Clip Safe prevents clipping by monitoring and adjusting gain in real-time
Everything in the box: Includes Pro Tools Intro+ for Focusrite, Ableton Live Lite, six months of FL Studio Producer Edition and Hitmaker Expansion: a suite of essential effects, powerful software instruments, and easy-to-use mastering tools
13 reviews for Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen USB Audio Interface, for Multitrack Recording, Music Production and Podcasting — High-Fidelity, Studio Quality Recording, and All the Software You Need to Record
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78 Muses –
works, hooked to mic, keyboard, WiiM Pro, Mac Mini = all work
Extremely great! I am using it with Mac mini and a Roland keyboard as well as a Shure mic. All connect and work flawlessly. Also have it plugged into a WiiM Pro that allows me to listen to wireless music from my iPhone & iPad through my studio speakers. This thing rocks! works flawlessly with Logic, Roland Keyboard both MIDI and sound from keyboard, mini computer.No complaints, only =)
S –
Excellent for number of inputs given the price
Easy to set up and works as advertised and as low noise as anything else I’ve owned. Has a lot of nice features I didn’t know that I wanted: individual inputs and be isolated and recorded from, sound after being run through a DAW can be routed back and played from different headphone jacks. Software works well on MacOS 15.I would have preferred more hardware control options for controlling the inputs in the back
Deshawn Findley –
Reliable product
Focusrite control 2 is confusing compared to the first version. Trying to loop back audio for OBS to stream internal sound still required an audio driver. The main reason I bought this product. Still a good upgrade from 2nd gen
Evan –
Better than the Apollo?
I love this freaking thing dude, has overall given many more paths to explore creatively just by simply having more inputs and outs, instantly noticed a difference in productivity, the upgraded appearance is a plus as well, coming from a gen 3 2i2, I was looking for something to improve functionality and allow me to expand my studio, this has done just that, I would recommend this over an Apollo any day, UAD software can be buggy when dealing with multiple systems, focusrite control is very intuitive and easy to use across the board, not to mention artists vocals sound crisp and clear, smooth harmonic drivers sound beautiful when mixed and gain staged correctly. Overall I’d say this product is worth every single penny and more
James K –
Extraordinary Gear!
I am very impressed with this unit. I have only had it for a week or so, but so far I can say it’s exactly what I’ve been needing to get back into recording. I was an original user of the Aardvark audio interface that was way ahead of it’s time 20 years ago, and I never fully recovered from it being put out of support. Finding this unit and all it’s features and easy connection to something like an iPhone is incredible. Eventually I will get a Mac to use with it, but this thing is awesome.
Martin –
Can’t factory reset. Update fails. Becomes unusable
It was disappointing to try to connect and use this unit. The software update failed and the interface never worked. I had to return it as it was unusable. I contacted the manufacturer and they said you cannot reset the unit using the hardware alone. So if your update fails you are done. It’s crazy you can’t factory reset it.
billy-wayne joebob –
Flexible, but number of inputs is misleading
Great sound quality. Excellent for a one person studio because it can be controlled remotely using a phone or ipad app. Doesn’t really have 18 inputs unless you use the optical input with an expansion amp. If you’re recording drums, plan on buying a second interface.
Chris W. Brown –
Everything I need at a fair price
Focusrite keeps upping the quality and capabilities of their interfaces and the 16i16 is a great example of their commitment to small setups. I have yet to delve into the software but so far as some basic vocals it’s not needed. The dual air modes sound as expected, the mic interfaces are nice and clean, and the bump to 24/192 makes the cost worth it. Then throw in the ability to do routing (up to 96kHz) amongst the extra line ins/outs, optical, and ADAT connections. Perfect for a small studio. The only thing I’m missing from this, that some of the larger have, is the speaker “thump” protection since I have multiple Mac’s and sometimes need to switch my peripherals between them. I do appreciate the ability to provide continuous separate power from the usb.
Darryl Devar –
Brilliant device, works well on zoom and teams. Allows great interface with Ableton.
Mark Thomas –
Quality product from a Quality business A big selling feature to me was that is rack-mountable.
Nixx –
Works perfectly. Absolutely no issues with 18i16. Easy to install. Perfect for my home music/podcast studio. I strongly recommend!
Jaydeep Kanabar –
100% Satisfied
Jair Ramirez Ibañez –
Funciona perfectamente, la configure en una mini mac m4 y no eh tenido ningún inconveniente