Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 3rd Gen – professional 18x20 USB audio interface with eight Scarlett mic preamps, Air mode, loopback, talkback, ADAT expandability, and a comprehensive software bundle – ideal for studio setups, band recordings, streaming, and live use.
The Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 3rd Generation is the flagship rackmount interface in the Scarlett range, built for serious multitrack recording environments. With eight award-winning mic preamps, two front-panel JFET instrument inputs, and up to 18 inputs and 20 outputs, it's designed to handle full bands or complex recording setups with ease.
Each mic preamp features the optional Air mode that emulates the clarity and openness of the classic ISA preamps, while the pad switches allow clean signal capture even at high levels. Two independent headphone outputs with dedicated volume controls, plus loopback functionality for streaming and podcasting, give this interface remarkable flexibility for both studio and content creation workflows.
High-performance AD/DA conversion delivers 24-bit/192kHz resolution for pristine audio quality. Additional features include onboard talkback mic, monitor mute, MIDI I/O, wordclock output, and ADAT/SPDIF for expanding input channels with external gear like the Scarlett OctoPre. The QuickStart tool ensures easy setup, while the bundled software includes everything you need to start recording right away.
KEY FEATURES
- 18x20 USB audio interface in 1U rack format
- 8 Scarlett mic preamps with Air mode and pad
- 2 JFET front-panel instrument inputs
- 10 line outputs with monitor switching
- 2 independent headphone outputs with volume control
- Loopback feature for streaming and content creation
- Built-in talkback mic and monitor mute button
- ADAT and S/PDIF optical/coaxial I/O
- 24-bit/192kHz AD/DA conversion
- MIDI In/Out
- Wordclock Out
- USB-C connection (USB 2.0 protocol)
- Includes power supply
- Bundled software: Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools First, XLN Addictive Keys (choice of one), Softube Time & Tone, Focusrite Red Plugin Suite
- 3-month Splice Sounds subscription for new users
- Access to Focusrite Plug-in Collective
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Manufacturer: Focusrite
- Operating system: Windows / macOS
- Application area: Semi-professional / professional
- Number of channels: 18x20
- Microphone inputs: 8
- Line inputs: 8
- Instrument (DI) inputs: 2
- Line outputs: 10
- Headphone outputs: 2
- Phantom power: Yes
- S/PDIF coaxial In/Out: 1 / 1
- S/PDIF optical (ADAT) In/Out: 1 / 1
- MIDI interface: Yes (In/Out)
- Wordclock In/Out: No / Yes
- Max sampling rate: 192 kHz
- Bit depth: 24-bit
- Bus powered: No
- Included power adapter: Yes
- USB version: USB 2.0 (via USB-C)
- Width: 482.6 mm
- Depth: 259.8 mm
- Height: 46.6 mm
- Weight: 3.19 kg
