Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen Audio Interface
Scarlett 18i20 is the ultimate studio hub for demanding project studios. Fully equipped with 18 inputs and 20 outputs, including eight detailed ultra-low-noise mic preamps, line, Hi-Z, and MIDI connections for your drums, vocals, guitars, keys, and synths. Focusrite Control 2 provides flexible routing and mixing options, allowing you to customise 18i20's independent outputs to suit the needs of any recording session. Expand and sync your setup with ADAT, S/PDIF, and Word Clock connections. Air mode, with Presence and Harmonic Drive, brings the sound of big studio consoles to your recordings, while Auto Gain and Clip Safe ensure you never worry about levels. Low-latency monitoring, A/B speaker switching, and a built-in talkback mic are perfect for serious project studios. The Hitmaker Expansion software bundle has all the tools you need to record, produce, and release your tracks. And the Focusrite Control 2 desktop and mobile apps enable you to remotely control your Scarlett anywhere in the studio.
Key Features:
- Eight remote-controllable preamps
- 122dB dynamic range
- Auto Gain and Clip Safe
- Two independent headphone outputs
- Two Air modes
- Talkback mic
- Control remotely via mobile app
- Expandable I/O
Eight detailed, ultra-low-noise preamps
Connect your studio to 18i20’s 4th-Generation remote-controlled preamps — Scarlett’s most transparent and detailed ever. 69dB of gain range provides all of the headroom you'll need to get the best result from the most intense multi-track recordings. Control preamp levels from anywhere in the studio using the Focusrite Control 2 apps, giving you the freedom to adjust settings remotely.
Auto Gain and Clip Safe
Let 18i20 handle your levels. Auto Gain will set all eight microphone preamp levels instantly and Clip Safe keeps them in the sweet spot, automatically tweaking the gain if you’re in danger of clipping. You'll never lose a take again.
All the I/O you need
Play your instruments
Connect a guitar directly to 18i20’s Hi-Z inputs for an amp-like feel, plug synths and grooveboxes into the eight line inputs, or route your favourite outboard gear through the ten line outputs.
Control MIDI devices
Use 18i20 as a MIDI interface to receive and send data to your favourite external MIDI-controllable equipment.
Expand your setup
Increase your channel count with up to 10 additional inputs and outputs by using the S/PDIF and ADAT connections. Dual ADAT supports eight channels of audio at 96kHz. The Word Clock output ensures your external gear stays perfectly synced.
Mix your way, with independent outputs
Take full control of your routing and mixing preferences using the Focusrite Control 2 apps, anywhere in the studio.
Dial in the perfect headphone mix for the artist, or route the signal directly to outboard gear to put the finishing touches on your mix.
Get that big console sound with two re-engineered Air modes
Presence mode boosts your signal’s high-end, bringing the sound to the front of the mix. Create intimate vocal recordings, capture every detail of acoustic guitars, and hear your drum overheads shimmer.
Presence and Harmonic Drive mode boosts mid-range harmonics in your sound, making its unique character shine through the mix. Try it on guitars, vocals, or anything else that needs a little more punch.
Huge 122dB dynamic range for incredible recordings
Scarlett delivers incredible audio quality, with converters direct from Focusrite's flagship RedNet interfaces — as found in high-end studios around the world.
Powerful sound, powerful control
Two custom-designed headphone amps deliver clear, powerful sound for high-impedance headphones, offering the best playback ever from a Scarlett. A built-in talkback mic ensures seamless communication to the artists, while alt monitor switching lets you A/B your mixes between two speaker pairs.
What's in the box?
- 1 x Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 audio interface
- 1 x 1.5m USB-C to USB-C cable
- 1 x USB-C to USB-A adaptor
- 1 x IEC power cable
Product Specification
| Channels | 18-in, 20-out |
| Dimensions | 480 mm x 290 mm x 45 mm |
| Included Accessories | USB-C cable, power supply, rack ears |
| Inputs | 8 x Combo XLR/¼” (Mic/Line/Instrument), ADAT input for 8 additional channels, S/PDIF |
| Microphone | 8 mic preamps |
| Outputs | 10 x ¼” TRS balanced line outputs, 2 x ¼” headphone outputs, ADAT output |
| Phantom Power | Yes, +48V |
| Recording Formats | 24-bit/192kHz |
| Recording Media | Computer via USB |
| Type | Audio Interface |
| Weight | Approx. 2.5 kg |
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with a choice of repayment plans over 24 or 36 months 13.9% APR (representative)Buy now pay later
36 month loan with a six month deferral period, 18.9% APR (representative)Interest Bearing Finance
This option comprises term loan with a choice of repayment plans over:
- 24 months
- 36 months
The balance of the finance agreement is payable directly to Novuna Consumer Finance in equal monthly instalments by monthly direct debit. The direct debit payments will commence at the end of the first month following receipt of your goods. The interest rate charged is 13.9% APR (representative). Late payment and early repayment penalties apply; full details of these will be provided in the loan agreement pack.
For customers based in the Channel Island, please call us to apply for finance
| 24 Months | 36 Months | |
|---|---|---|
| Cash price | £594.00 | £594.00 |
| Deposit | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Loan Amount | £594.00 | £594.00 |
| Monthly Instalment | 23 x £28.26 | 35 x £20.04 |
| Final Instalment | £28.26 | £20.04 |
| Total Amount Repayable | £678.24 | £721.44 |
| Representative | 13.9% APR | 13.9% APR |
Buy now pay later
The Buy Now Pay Later option comprises a 36 month loan following a six month deferral period.
During the six-month deferral period, it is possible to pay off the loan, either by way of a lump sum or in smaller amounts. If the loan is partially repaid within six months, the remaining interest will be adjusted to reflect the new balance. If the loan is fully repaid within the six-month deferral period, then no interest is payable, however, a £29 early settlement fee is payable in respect of repayments within these six months.
Following the six-month deferral period, Novuna Personal Finance will initiate a monthly direct debit payment for the remaining duration of the loan. Interest will be charged at a rate of 18.9% APR (representative) on outstanding balances (backdated to the first date of the loan). Novuna Personal Finance will send a reminder letter approximately one month before the six-month deferral period is due to elapse.
For customers based in the Channel Island, please call us to apply for finance
| Balance settled in full within the six month deferral period | Balance NOT settled in full within the six month deferral period | |
|---|---|---|
| Cash price | £300 | £300 |
| Deposit | £0 | £0 |
| Loan Amount | £300 | £300 |
| Settlement fee | £29 | £0 |
| Settlement payment | £329 | - |
| Monthly Instalment | - | 36 x £11.57 |
| Total Amount Repayable | £329 | £416.52 |
| Representative | 18.9% APR | 18.9% APR |