Focusrite Scarlett 18i16 4th Gen USB Audio Interface

The fourth-generation Focusrite Scarlett 18i16 offers a significant upgrade over previous generations, boasting updated mic preamps, RedNet-derived AD/DA conversion, Auto Gain and Clip Safe features, Dynamic Gain Halos, and more. This 18-in/16-out USB-C audio interface includes guitar-friendly hi-Z inputs, a custom-designed headphone amp, loopback, Focusrite's acclaimed Air Mode, and enough outputs to accommodate two sets of studio monitors or your favorite piece of outboard gear. Monitor groups also make multi-speaker setups (like 5.1) much easier to manage. Beginners will appreciate Focusrite's Easy Start tool. You also get a sizable cache of included software, giving you everything you need to record, mix, and master your music. Add to that the Scarlett 18i16's premium build quality, and you get a near-bulletproof studio solution that's great for beginners and seasoned recordists alike.

Features:

• 4th-generation microphone preamps deliver 69dB of usable gain with a clear, detailed sound
• Air Mode adds a high-end presence and harmonic-rich drive reminiscent of a top-of-the-line studio console
• Guitar-friendly hi-Z inputs yield an amp-like feel that's guaranteed to inspire
• Enough outputs to accommodate 2 sets of studio monitors or outboard gear
• Monitor groups make it easier to manage multi-speaker setups like 2.1 or 5.1
• RedNet-derived AD/DA converters yield 122dB of dynamic range
• Auto Gain optimizes recording levels with the touch of a button
• Clip Safe automatically adjusts gain levels if you're at risk of clipping
• Dynamic Gain Halos supply at-a-glance monitoring of input and output signal levels
• Custom-designed headphone amplifier with independent level control
• Easy Start function guides beginning users through setup while providing recording tips and other helpful content.
• A/B speaker switching with built-in talkback microphone
• Loopback functionality routes stereo audio from music apps straight to your DAW via virtual inputs