Name: Used Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 USB 2.0 Audio Interface, 2nd Generation undefined
Brand: Focusrite
SKU: US1707731
Price: 189.00 USD
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 4.67 (3 reviews)

Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 USB 2.0 Audio Interface, 2nd Generation

Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 2nd Gen

Focusrite

Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 USB 2.0 Audio Interface - 2nd Generation SKU#1707731

Adorama

Used

Audio

Studio & Recording

Computer Audio for Video

Digital Audio Interfaces

Focusrite Digital Audio Interfaces

Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 2nd Gen 

Top Rated Gear: Used Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 USB 2.0 Audio Interface, 2nd Generation undefined

 Free Addictive Keys  - The Addictive Keys virtual instrument from XLN Audio is now included for free with all Focusrite audio interfaces. One full license per account enables you to choose one world-class Addictive Keys instrument, such as Modern Upright, Studio Grand, Electric Grand or Mark One.  Focusrite iOS Control now available - download the free Focusrite iOS Control app and adjust cue mixes remotely from an iPad, iPhone or iPod touch.  Monthly plug-in offers  - Monthly Focusrite Plug-In Collective offers with free or discounted plug-ins to registered Focusrite interface owners.   Ready to record your band  Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 is ideal for musicians, producers and small bands who want to record audio from a wide range of sources such as drums, guitars, keyboards and vocals simultaneously. Four natural-sounding combination input Scarlett mic preamps, super-low latency (Super-low roundtrip latency was measured at 2.74ms, working at 96kHz with a 32 samples buffer on Logic Pro X, running on a Mac Pro and OS 10.11) and class-leading sound quality and digital conversion are complemented by a host of additional inputs and outputs; four extra line inputs, digital I/O, two main monitor outputs and two entirely discrete headphone outputs.&#149; Eight analogue inputs, including four Scarlett mic preamps with plenty of even gain  &#149; Two newly-designed instrument inputs, now with increased headroom  &#149; Class-leading digital conversion at up to 24-bit / 192kHz  &#149; Super-low latency (Super-low roundtrip latency was measured at 2.74ms, working at 96kHz with a 32 samples buffer on Logic Pro X, running on a Mac Pro and OS 10.11) lets you perform and produce using effects in real time, with no need for DSP  &#149; Two independent balanced analogue outputs for connecting studio monitors  &#149; Two discrete headphone outputs with dedicated volume controls  &#149; Expand up to eight additional analogue inputs via ADAT  &#149; Focusrite Control software to easily configure your monitoring and routing setups  &#149; Includes Pro Tools | First - Focusrite Creative Pack and Ableton Live Lite  &#149; All the additional software and loops you need to record  &#149; Use it with all major DAWs on Mac and PC  &#149; MIDI I/O connectivity, ideal for sending/receiving MIDI  &#149; Stereo S/PDIF In and Out for connecting other digital devices   An ADAT input allows you to expand with eight additional mic preamps for larger recording sessions. Focusrite is the perfect partner for Pro Tools. To that end, Focusrite and Avid will continue to work together to ensure all Scarlett interfaces are thoroughly tested with the latest version of Pro Tools. Scarlett 18i8 is also compatible with all other major DAWs, on Mac and PC.   All the Ins and Outs you need  Four combi inputs with Scarlett mic preamps and two newly-designed high headroom instrument inputs let you record any combination of instruments or vocals together. Connect your synths, keyboards or mixers into four additional line inputs on the rear panel and connect any equipment with digital I/O to the SPDIF inputs to record ten simultaneous channels. Connect an OctoPre via ADAT, expanding to 12 mic preamps and 16 analogue inputs. Two discrete headphone outputs let you send separate headphone mixes to two artists or an engineer and artist, while two balanced jack outputs let you connect to your professional studio monitors. With further MIDI connectivity, you can also integrate your favorite hardware synths with your DAW.   New Generation - Better in every way  The second generation Scarlett range is packed full of upgrades. New super-low latency (Super-low roundtrip latency was measured at 2.74ms, working at 96kHz with a 32 samples buffer on Logic Pro X, running on a Mac Pro and OS 10.11) will bring confidence to your performance, letting you record and monitor with software effects in real time. New metal gain controls and a sleeker red metal chassis underscore its improved industrial design, built to go anywhere.The Scarlett range also now operates at sample rates all the way up to 192kHz and the input channels have evolved too. The latest Scarlett mic preamp features a more even gain structure, so you can accurately set your levels and the instrument input has also been completely redesigned with greater headroom to handle seriously hot guitar pick-ups. Finally, Focusrite have provided analogue protection circuitry across both the inputs and the outputs, to guard your interface against unwanted power surges.   Intuitive Mix Control, Red plug-ins and more  The included 'Focusrite Control' is a brand new software mixer for easy configuration of monitoring and routing setups. Simple and intuitive to use, Focusrite Control offers a traditional mixer workflow and allows immediate access to internal hardware functions. Also included are the software and effects you need; an exclusive version of Pro Tools | First - Focusrite Creative Pack (featuring 12 additional plug-ins including the Eleven Lite for real life guitar amp emulations), Ableton Live Lite, the Softube Time and Tone Bundle, Focusrite's Red Plug-In Suite, 2GB of Loopmasters samples and more.   Pro Tools | First Focusrite Creative Pack   Scarlett 2nd Generation audio interfaces come with the Pro Tools | First Focusrite Creative Pack. This includes Pro Tools | First + 12 plug-ins:  &#149; Pro Tools | First  &#149; Tape Echo  &#149; Eleven Lite  &#149; Black Op Distortion  &#149; Gray Compressor  &#149; Graphic EQ  &#149; Flanger  &#149; Vibe Phaser  &#149; Roto Speaker  &#149; Sci-Fi Ring Modulator  &#149; Vari-Fi Speed Shifter  &#149; Studio Reverb  &#149; InTune Digital Tuner  All this is in addition to Scarlett's already amazing software bundle which includes Ableton Live Lite. You simply need to register your new Scarlett 2nd Gen unit to download all this amazing content.

Used Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 USB 2.0 Audio Interface, 2nd Generation undefined

Quality interface for an amazing deal. Upgraded from the 6i6 after I needed more inputs. Build quality and function are top notch. One note, right angle 1/4" adapters would not fit in the front preamps due to the housing not being flush with the interface. Right angle cables without an adapter worked fine.

Best bang for the buck

If you need more than just a single/dual input USB interface for guitars/vocals, then this model is for you. You get 4 mic preamps, which make it great for podcasting with more than 1 guest. The first four inputs also have a 10dB pad for more headroom on "too hot" signals from mic/line/guitars. The first two inputs are designed for instruments to directly plug in.

(8 analog inputs and 6 analog outputs, plus the ADAT and S/PDIF connections that bring it to 18in/8out)

The Focusrite Control software creates a virtual mixer for configuring how all your inputs/outputs are routed.

Very versatile product!

So far the interface has been working well. Seems a solid build, and no issues so far. The gain staging was apparently updated in this new version, and though I had no experience with the previous version, it seems reasonable. I like the mixing/routing flexibility of the control panel software, I appreciate having two headphone outputs, and it's really nice to have phantom on two channels at once (instead of on all four or none). Time will tell of the durability.

Used Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 USB 2.0 Audio Interface, 2nd Generation

Recommended Items

Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen USB Audio Interface with Software Suite

Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 USB Audio Interface,with 2x 6' XLR Male to Female Cable

Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 USB Audio Interface, with Mic, Headphones and Stand

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen 2x2 USB Audio Interface w/ 2x 6' XLR Cables

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen USB Interface w/SW, w/Headphones & 25' XLR Cable

Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 3rd Gen USB Interface with Software Suite

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Studio 4th Gen USB Interface w/Mic, Headphones, S/W Suite

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen USB Interface w/SW, w/Headphones & 15' XLR Cable

Focusrite Scarlett Solo Studio 4th Gen USB Interface w/SW,Bundle w/Broadcast Arm

Focusrite Scarlett 16i16 4th Gen USB Audio Interface with Software Suite