Focusrite Scarlett OctoPre 8-Channel Microphone Preamp

The Scarlett OctoPre 8-Channel Microphone Preamp is a powerful addition to any recording studio, offering a seamless expansion via ADAT with eight 2nd generation Scarlett mic preamps. This device is an optimal choice for any digital interface equipped with ADAT inputs, providing a straightforward solution to enhance the number of simultaneous recording channels in your studio.

The OctoPre comes with a free download of the Red 2 & 3 Plug-In Suite, adding value to your purchase. With the capacity for precision A-D conversion at sample rates up to 192 kHz, this 8-channel preamp is designed to increase your studio's input capabilities. It also features eight balanced line outputs, sourced directly from their corresponding mic preamps, making it suitable for live stage performances.

The Scarlett OctoPre is equipped with eight 2nd generation Scarlett mic preamps that deliver natural sound, eight balanced line inputs, and dual front-panel instrument inputs. It also includes a pad on every channel for extra headroom, making it ideal for recording loud sources such as drums. The device offers eight balanced line outputs, accurate 5-segment LED input metering, simple ADAT connectivity via optical cables, and 48V Phantom power on every channel for condenser mics. It also boasts state-of-the-art digital clocking with Word Clock I/O and JetPLL jitter elimination.

The OctoPre's 2nd generation Scarlett mic/line inputs provide high headroom, plenty of clean gain, low noise, and minimal distortion, making it perfect for tracking drums, guitars, keyboards, vocals, and more. The front panel features two newly-designed instrument inputs with extended headroom. ADAT outputs allow you to connect to any interface or digital system with ADAT optical inputs, while analog line outputs enable you to feed an analog console simultaneously as recording with the digital outputs.

When you register any Focusrite hardware, you gain access to the most innovative music software brands on the market. The Scarlett OctoPre also includes a comprehensive and powerful plug-in bundle, allowing you to create studio-quality vocals, powerful guitars, luscious keys, and huge drums, then mix and master with iconic Focusrite studio hardware - all in the box. This bundle includes tools from some of the biggest names in the business, such as Antares Auto-Tun & Access, Relab's LX480 Essentials, Softube Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555, XLN Audio Addictive Keys, XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock kit, Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC, and Focusrite Red Plug-in Suite.

In addition, every new Focusrite Scarlett 3rd Gen interface comes with a three-month Avid Pro Tools Intro+ for Focusrite Subscription with Complete Plugin Bundle, and two months' access to Landr Studio, plus five free masters. The Scarlett OctoPre 8-Channel Microphone Preamp is a comprehensive solution for enhancing your studio's recording capabilities, delivering high-quality sound, and providing a range of powerful tools for music production.

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