Scarlett 4th Gen just got more powerful

Scarlett 18i20 now features 16 channels of ADAT I/O, allowing users to expand from eight inputs and outputs to a total of 16 additional inputs and outputs at 44.1/48kHz over ADAT enabling a total of 24 inputs and 28 outputs — perfect for live sessions, large recordings, and I/O-heavy setups.
Scarlett 18i20 now features 16 channels of ADAT I/O, allowing users to expand from eight inputs and outputs to a total of 16 additional inputs and outputs at 44.1/48kHz over ADAT enabling a total of 24 inputs and 28 outputs — perfect for live sessions, large recordings, and I/O-heavy setups.

In addition, Monitor groups are now available across 16i16, 18i16, and 18i20, making multi-speaker setups, including 2.1 and 5.1 surround, easier to manage. For 18i20 users, Multi-channel Auto Gain is now accessible via the Focusrite Control 2 mobile app, allowing users to stay focused on the performance with fewer trips to the computer. Users can unlock these new features by connecting their interface to their computer and updating Focusrite Control 2.

16 channels of ADAT I/O — exactly what 18i20 customers need for their studio

The new ADAT I/O firmware update for the Scarlett 18i20 enhances customers studio’s scalability and connectivity, opening up new use cases for larger-scale recordings and complex routing. Responding to customer demand, this update enables users to access more channels and greater flexibility, making the 18i20 the ideal solution for project studios.

Expand your setup

Unlock up to 16 extra inputs and 16 extra outputs using the four ADAT ports—perfect for live sessions, large drum recordings, and other I/O-heavy setups. Connect two additional Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen interfaces to achieve a total of 24 mic preamps and set levels in just 10 seconds using multi-channel Auto Gain.

Auto Gain: Work faster

Scarlett 18i20 has unique workflow tools that benefit engineers of all experience levels. With Auto Gain, in just a few seconds, Scarlett will set the perfect level for whatever you’re recording. For more complex setups, multi-channel Auto Gain adjusts levels for multiple microphones, either directly on 18i20 or through the Focusrite Control 2 mobile and desktop applications.


Talkback and monitoring tools

The 18i20 features a built-in talkback mic, A/B speaker switching for instant referencing on various monitor configurations including multi-speaker systems, and eight channels of LED bar metering which can be assigned to inputs or outputs, as well as master output metering.

Control your mixes with desktop and mobile apps

The Focusrite Control 2 software takes care of setting up routing, levels, monitor mixes, and all other functions on 18i20. It’s fast and simple to operate; and in addition to the desktop application, the iOS and Android Focusrite Control 2 apps enables engineers and performers to adjust monitor mixes and multiple mic pre gains — Scarlett’s preamps are remote controllable — away from the computer in the live room.

For more info please visit
Focusrite
ALL NEWS