Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 3rd gen

Focusrite 's

Scarlett

8i6 USB

audio interface

is the third in a series of improvements in every aspect of the interface

, a high quality and reworked

third

generation

. For musicians and producers who want to expand their set-ups and need a few extra connections, this interface provides a reassuringly simple recording process and, thanks to its powerful AD-DA converters ( 24-bit/192kHz), offers professional sound quality worth listening to. The combo sockets (XLR/jack) provide high resistance and headroom and are ideal for recording guitars, bass, vocals and more without overdrive or distortion, while the gain halos make it easy to keep an eye on input levels. The four balanced outputs are noise-free when connected to the balanced inputs of studio monitors, providing excellent sound reproduction. However, what is the difference between the third and previous generation?

New features

Overall, all users of the Scarlett series benefit from improved audio performance. The 3rd generation Scarlett microphone preamplifiers are now the Scarlett preamplifiers with the best sound. They not only provide high gain, but also low noise for stereo recording at high demands. In addition, the industry-leading 24-bit/192 kHz AD-DA converters take performance to a new level, ensuring a cleaner sound with more punch at all frequencies.

'Air' - high-end sound at the touch of a buttonThe refreshed

microphone preamps can emulate the Air effect from Focusrite's original ISA microphone preamp at Bedadrf, giving vocal and acoustic recordings a clearer sound.

Interactive introductionThere is a

so-called QuickStart tool from Focusrite on board, which guides the customer through the registration and configuration of the software and drivers.

USB driver with even lower latencyLatency

is one of the most common problems when recording, so the USB drivers have been reworked once again. Now songs can be recorded and played back in real time, while at the same time even more plug-ins can be included than before.

Software package to be proud ofAs with

previous generations, every Scarlett product comes with a software package to get you started. This time around, the following goodies are included:

• Ableton Live 10 Lite
• Pro Tools First Focusrite Creative Pack
• Softube's Time and Tone Bundle
• Focusrite Red Plug-in Suite
• A selection of Addictive Keys from XLN Audio
• Focusrite Plug-In Collective membership with access to free software and exclusive offers every two months
• 3 months free access to Splice Sounds when registering a new Splice account
• 2 year warranty
• free technical support

Partnership with SpliceFocusrite

introduces a new partnership with Splice, giving 3rd generation customers 3 months free access to countless royalty-free, high-quality samples, Loops and presets - with new releases every day. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, Splice delivers sounds in all genres, from mainstream pop to underground mixtapes to film soundtracks.

A Splice Sounds subscription includes:

⦁

100 credits per month - these serve as 'currency' and can be 'spent' on sounds,

sound

generators, presets and midi files.

⦁ A clear library with the ability to sort by genre, instrument, key, tempo and many other criteria.

⦁ releases by well-known producers, sound designers and artists

⦁ inspiration from the active global Splice community

Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 3rd Generation:

• Multi-functional USB audio interface with 2 preamps and S/PDIF interface
  
• Ideal for working with Hardware synthesisers or digital studio equipment
  
• Enough analogue inputs for 2 - 3 musicians at the same time
  
• Air function gives the signal a refined finish
  
• Preamplifiers with pad switch
  
• 2 separately adjustable headphone sockets
• Loopback function switchable
• Mounting for Kensington lock

Additional scope of supply:

• USB cable (Type C - Type A)
• Music production software Ableton Live-Lite
• Pro Tools First
• Focusrite Creative Pack
• 3-month subscription to Splice Sounds free for new Splice accounts
• Focusrite Red 2 &amp, 3 Plug-in Suite
• Software instrument with 4 XLN Audio Addictive Keys of your choice
• Softube Time &amp, Tone Bundle
• Access to Focusrite Plug-in Collective

Scope of delivery:

• Including Power Adapter: Yes

Advantages:

• Manufacturer:Focusrite
• Operating system:Win / Mac OS
• Application Area:Semi-professional
• Number of channels:8x6
• Number of Microphone Inputs:2
• Line ins:6
• DI in:2
• Line outs:4
• Headphone inputs:2
• Phantom power:48V
• S/PDIF coaxial In:1
• S/PDIF coaxial out:1
• MIDI Interface:Yes
• Maximum sampling rate in kHz:192
• Maximum sampling rate in bit:24
• Bus Powered:No
• incl. Power Adapter:Yes
• USB Version:USB 2.0
• Width (mm):210
• Depth (mm):149.5
• Height (mm):47.5
• Weight (kg):0.84