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Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
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Quick overview
The Scarlett 18i20 Audio Interface is the largest model in the new 3rd generation series from Focusrite and is designed to be a futureproof solution for all your recording needs.
- Eight XLR inputs
- Upgraded mic preamps with Air effect
- Quickstart tool
- Low-latency rock-solid USB driver
- Hitmaker Expansion
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Special Price £485.00 Was: £539.00 Save £54.00
The Scarlett 18i20 Audio Interface is the premium model in 3rd generation and this is definitely for the professional music producers. Professionals that own a lot of gear or need to keep a lot of equipment will need an interface like this so that they do need to choose what instruments to input, with this there is no compromise.
The Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 comes with two headphone inputs so you can monitor as an engineer, or track as your recording. The talkback function also lets give direction to recording musicians. This is the only model in the series that can be rack-mounted along with your other essential music production gear which you could keep permanently running through this.The 18i20 comes with 8 mic preamps inputs, 2 of which come with a high headroom function. Which is great for those that want to record instruments that can spike your input levels such as guitars and bass guitars. On the output side of things, you get 10 line outputs, 4 of which are great for use with the ALT function which allows you to switch between different monitor speakers on a session.
- Eight XLR inputs
- Focusrite Control compatibility provides maximum flexibility for setting up monitor mixes and routing configurations
- Two virtual inputs enable you to capture a stereo feed with any combination of hardware input and software playback channels - great for podcasting, live streaming and sampling
- ALT speaker switching functionality for dual monitor setups
- Bus powered over USB
- Upgraded mic preamps with Air effect
- Quickstart tool to get you up and running quickly
- Low-latency rock-solid USB driver
- Hitmaker Expansion
- 3Yr Warranty on Focusrite
Focusrite Hitmaker Expansion 3.0 Update
Focusrite announced a new Hitmaker Expansion 3.0 update, bringing new and improved tools and features. Now included in the Hitmaker Expansion is the renowned MASSIVE synth from Native Instruments that will add drama and colossal synth sounds to your tracks through deep bass to sizzling leads. In addition to the high-quality and powerful synth engine, over 1300 quality, production-ready presets can be fine-tuned.
In addition to MASSIVE, there is now FAST Balancer, which uses a powerful AI to listen to your vocals or instrument and then provides three options for you to select that will enhance your track.
In addition to the great additions mentioned above, there is a vast range the Hitmaker Expansion offers, including inspirational tools such as Antares Auto-Tune® Access, Softube Marshall® Silver Jubilee 2555 and XLN® Addictive Keys and Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock Kit. Powerful studio tools include Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC, Relab® LX480 Essentials, and Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plugin Suite. Also included is a two-month subscription to Landr Studio for mastering and release, with five free masters to use at any point, even after the subscription period has expired.
The Focusrite Hitmaker Expansion offers everything required to add big studio sounds to tracks from industry-leading experts with high-quality studio tools.
Below is a complete list of what is now included with any sale of a Focusrite Scarlett product, including the new Hitmaker Expansion.
- Native Instruments® MASSIVE
- FAST Balancer
- Antares® Auto-Tune® Access
- Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC
- Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite
- Relab LX480 Essentials
- Softube® Marshall® Silver Jubilee 2555
- XLN Audio® Addictive Keys
- XLN Audio® Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock Kit
The all new Hitmaker Expansion is now included with every purchase of a Focusrite Scarlett product. The Hitmaker is worth over a massive £1000 and is a collection of tried and tested ultimate studio tools from some of the biggest names in the business.
The new collection of software and plugins provides you with a strong set of tools and compliments your recording studio no end. As a result, creativity can flow naturally, and all of your ideas can be captured using XLN Audio Addictive Keys, Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock Kit, Antares Auto-Tune® Access, Brainwork bx_console Focusrite SC and Softube Marshall® Silver Jubilee 2555.
To benefit from this wholesome software package, simply register your new Scarlett product via the Focusrite website.
Hitmaker Expansion Update
The Hitmaker Expansion is popular among music makers and producers since it allows them to write, record, mix, and master studio-quality results. All of this is possible with the present tools; but, with the inclusion of Landr, recordings may now go to the next level - distribution.
The collaboration between Landr and Focusrite means that Focusrite users have access to studio-quality tools. Having access to Landr's AI-based mastering technology allows for music mastering as well as distribution to streaming services from a single location. Landr comes with a two-month studio subscription and five free masters that can be used whenever you want.
- Connectivity: USB Type-C
- Protocol: USB 2.0
- Form Factor: Rack Mount (1U)
- Simultaneous I/O: 18x20
- A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192kHz
- Number of Preamps: 8
- Number of Pads: 8
- Phantom Power: YES
- Instrument Inputs: 2
- Line Inputs: 8
- Analogue Outputs: 10
- Headphones Outputs: 2
- Main/Alt Speaker Switching: YES
- Talkback: YES
- Digital Inputs: S/PDIF & 2 x ADAT
- Digital Outputs: S/PDIF & 2 x ADAT
- Loopback: YES
- MIDI I/O: YES
- Bus Powered:: NO
- Dimensions: 46.6 X 482.6 X 259.8 mm
- Included PSU: YES
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