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Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 USB Audio Interface

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USB 2.0 Audio Interface, 8-in/6-out, 24-bit/192kHz, with 2 Mic/Instrument Inputs, Switchable Air Mode, 4 Line Inputs/Outputs, MIDI and S/PDIF I/O, 12V Power Supply, and Bundled Software - Mac/Win
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Focusrite's Scarlett 8i6 audio interface is a superb compact studio solution with ample connectivity so you can keep all your hardware plugged in and ready to rock. Two award-winning Focusrite mic/instrument preamps are onboard, with their convenient combo inputs right on the front panel where you need them, while the back panel hosts four balanced line inputs and four balanced line outputs, plus MIDI and S/PDIF I/O. The third-generation Scarlett 8i6 advances the state-of-the-art in USB audio interfaces with two upgraded Scarlett mic preamps, high-performance 24-bit/192kHz AD/DA converters, optimized preamp gain structure, vanishingly low latency, and instrument inputs that handle scorching hot pickups. The mic preamps now feature Focusrite’s acclaimed Air mode that provides the coveted Air effect that models the company's legendary ISA console transformer to give your voice and instrument recordings a brighter, more open sound. The Scarlett 8i6 is an ideal foundation for your home or mobile studio. Fire up the included software and start producing great-sounding music today with the Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 USB audio interface!

    Optimized third-generation technology

    The 3rd-generation Focusrite Scarlett 8i6's exterior has undergone a sleek makeover. Under the hood, though, it's been tweaked and upgraded to deliver better sonics, lower latency, and enhanced ease of use. With sample rates up to 192kHz, you've got studio-grade sound you can take anywhere. Focusrite has added their renowned Air circuit to their already-amazing Scarlett mic preamps. The instrument inputs have also been re-engineered to handle the hottest active pickups. Lastly, Focusrite has wired analog protection circuitry across the Scarlett 8i6's inputs and outputs, safeguarding your interface from damaging power surges.

    Super-low latency for better performances

    You know you perform better when you've got a great-sounding monitor mix with everything you need to hear to be inspired — for example, reverb and delay on a guitar solo. The Scarlett 8i6's super-low latency lets you monitor with native plug-in effects in real time, so you can hear your parts as you envision them and record better performances. At Music Experience, we know you can't put a price on that. But if you prefer the simplicity and convenience of monitoring your input direct with guaranteed low-latency, simply engage the Direct Monitor circuit. A duo of virtual loopback inputs allows you to capture a stereo feed of any combination of hardware input and software playback channels, making podcasting, live streaming, and sampling tasks a cinch.

    Award-winning Focusrite preamps with Air

    The Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 is equipped with two vibrant and pristine Focusrite preamps. For over 25 years, Focusrite's award-winning pres have proven their mettle in pro studios around the world. Focusrite ports their considerable design savvy into the transparent, low-noise, low-distortion preamps in the Scarlett 8i6. This is the same technology found in Focusrite's flagship products, giving you gobs of available headroom to accommodate your dynamic, condenser and ribbon mics on any source, no matter how boisterous. Of course, you also get phantom power for your mics that require it. Add to that Focusrite's switchable Air mode, and you've got the sound that launched a thousand hits.

    Smart I/O configuration for small-format recording

    The Scarlett 6i6 is a smart interface for small-format recording tasks. There are many compact interfaces out there, but few combine XLR inputs for your mics, hi-Z inputs for instruments, line inputs, and even S/PDIF digital I/O. At Music Experience, we know that flexible connectivity is crucial even when you're recording one track at a time, and that makes the Scarlett 6i6 a smart solution.

    Keep an eye on your levels with intuitive halo indicators

    Your mom always said to watch your levels. Well, perhaps she didn't, but you know you should — and the Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 makes it easy. The 8i6's innovative halo indicators always let you know when you've got a healthy signal level for recording. If the halo is red, your signal is clipping, and you should back down your gain. The halo will momentarily turn amber as the level returns to a happy level — at which point it will turn green. Simple and intuitive, isn't it?

    Exclusive software bundle gets you up and running fast

    The Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 ships with a killer software bundle headlined by Ableton Live Lite and the Pro Tools First Focusrite Creative Pack. You also get Softube's Time and Tone Bundle, the Focusrite Red Plug-In Suite, and access to the Focusrite Plug-in Collective, which offers free software downloads and generous discounts. Focusrite has included everything you need to get up and running fast.

    • Ableton Live Lite music making software
    • Pro Tools First Focusrite Creative Pack
    • Focusrite Red 2 & Red 3 Plug-in Suite
    • A choice of 1 of 4 XLN Audio Addictive Keys virtual instruments
    • Softube Time & Tone Bundle
    • Access to the Focusrite Plug-in Collective
    • Free 3-month Splice Sounds subscription with new Splice accounts

    Focusrite has also partnered with Splice to give 3rd-generation Scarlett owners a free 3-month Splice Sounds subscription when setting up their new Splice account. Splice Sounds offers millions of high-quality, royalty-free loops, one-shots, and presets, with new releases daily from your favorite sound designers, artists, and producers. Artists are using Splice to create all kinds of music, from chart-topping pop, and Grammy-winning albums, to underground mix tapes, and even cinematic scores.

    What Focusrite Says...

    Thanks to you, Scarlett has already helped make more records than any other range of interfaces in history. And with the 3rd Generation, you’ll sound better than ever. Featuring six configurations of ins and outs with the best performing Scarlett mic preamps the range has ever heard, now with Air, high headroom instrument inputs, and high-performance converters, Scarlett is enabling millions of musicians, songwriters and producers to record, mix and play back audio in studio quality everywhere, all the time. Sitting on the desks of more producers than any other, the Scarlett range of audio interfaces means studio quality sound for more music making machines than any other. 8i6, with its dual mic-pres, fixed-line I/O and MIDI, gives you just the right connectivity to easily bring your hardware music making setup into the computer world.

    • Six balanced line inputs, for connecting synths or other line-level audio, and four balanced outputs, for monitoring and effects sends
    • Two of the best performing Scarlett mic preamps the range has ever heard – now with Air – for recording vocals
    • Two high headroom instrument inputs, for plugging your guitar or bass straight in
    • Loopback, for grabbing a stereo feed of any combination of hardware inputs and software playback, no cables needed, for simple sampling, streaming or podcasting

    Plugged In, Switched On

    Plug in and produce; all your instruments, all the time. With two 3rd Gen preamps, six fixed line-ins and four balanced outs – for synths, drum machines and looping in hardware effects – 8i6 is ready to record when you are. Spend more time playing and less time plugging in.

    Your Recording Is 30 Years In The Making

    We’ve been making mic preamps for 30 years, and the 3rd Gen mic pre is the best Scarlett has ever heard. The 24-bit/192kHz converters give your recordings clarity and detail. Air mode breathes life into vocals, adding unique high-end detail. Our decades of experience mean Scarlett sounds just like you.

    This Is Your Cue

    Focusrite Control makes it simple to route your audio and cue mix, loopback and monitor mixes, from your Mac®, PC, iPad®, iPhone® or iPod touch®. Send, stream, sample – simple.

    Our Technology Is Sound

    Incredibly reliable, Focusrite hardware won’t let you down. If, however, you come across a problem you can rely on our global support team and your two-year warranty to get it sorted. Sound.

    All The Tools You Need To Produce Right, Now

    Your 8i6 interface comes with a whole range of recording software, sounds and plug-ins to choose from:

    Avid® Pro Tools® | First Focusrite Creative Pack:
    hundreds of virtual instrument sounds, 500MB of loops, and great-sounding effects

    Ableton® Live Lite™:
    industry-leading music-making software

    Three Month Splice Sounds Subscription:
    Get access to millions of high-quality, royalty-free one-shots, loops, and presets, with new releases daily

    XLN Audio Addictive Keys:
    choose one of four inspiring virtual keyboard instruments

    Softube Time and Tone Bundle: three of Softube's world class reverb, delay and distortion plug-ins, and an an easy-to-use mastering tool

    Focusrite Red Plug-in Suite:accurately models our classic Red 2 equaliser and Red 3 compressor

    Focusrite Plug-in Collective: receive free versions of the most innovative software, as well as benefiting from discounts

    Focusrite Control: route your audio and cue mix, loopback and monitor mixes, from your Mac®, PC, iPad®, iPhone® or iPod touch

    Plug-In Collective, For A Lasting Connection

    When you buy any Focusrite hardware you gain access to the most innovative music software brands on the market. Plug-in Collective keeps you up to date on the latest tools, offering you new free downloads every couple of months, along with generous discounts. Let’s stay together.

        Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 USB Audio Interface Features:

        • High-performance 24-bit/192kHz converters
        • 2 upgraded 3rd-generation Scarlett mic preamps
        • Switchable Air mode gives your recordings a brighter, more open sound
        • 2 high-headroom instrument inputs for bass, guitar, or synths
        • Rear panel: 4 balanced line inputs, 4 balanced line outputs, MIDI I/O, S/PDIF I/O
        • Unique, intuitive halo level indicators for optimized gain staging
        • Super-low latency lets you monitor with native plug-in effects in real time
        • Direct Monitor circuit for monitoring your input with guaranteed low-latency
        • Virtual loopback makes podcasting, live streaming, and sampling easy
        • Headphone output with independent level control
        • 12V DC power supply required (included)
        • Quick Start tool gets you up and running fast
        • Free 3-month Splice Sounds subscription
        • Included software bundle
        • Membership in Focusrite Plug-in Collective
        • 2-year warranty

          Computer Connectivity USB 2.0
          Form Factor Desktop
          Simultaneous I/O 8 x 6
          Number of Preamps 2
          Phantom Power Yes
          A/D Resolution Up to 24-bit/192kHz
          Analog Inputs 2 x XLR-1/4" combo (mic/Hi-Z), 4 x 1/4" (line)
          Analog Outputs 4 x 1/4" (line out)
          Digital Inputs 1 x Coax (S/PDIF)
          Digital Outputs 1 x Coax (S/PDIF)
          Headphones 2 x 1/4"
          MIDI I/O In/Out
          USB 1 x Type USB-C
          Software Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools First Creative Pack, Red Plug-in Suite, Focusrite Collective access
          OS Requirements - Mac macOS 10.12 or later
          OS Requirements - PC Windows 10 v1809 or later
          Power Supply 12V DC power supply (included)
          Depth 8.35"
          Width 7.68"
          Height 1.97"
          Weight 3.09 lbs.
          Manufacturer Part Number AMS-SCARLETT-8I6-3G