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Focusrite Scarlett 18i16 4th Gen - Studio Quality at Home!
Scarlett 18i16 is perfect for multitrack recording. It features premium converters directly derived from Focusrite’s RedNet series products. The 4th generation microphone preamps offer an impressive 69 dB gain, capable of capturing even the most dynamic performances. Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes handle level control so you can focus entirely on recording.
Scarlett 18i16 is also the ideal hub to equip your DAW and hardware with plenty of analog and digital inputs and outputs for connecting various external instruments, processors, and effects. Even complex routing tasks can be handled effortlessly via the Focusrite Control 2 software.
18 Inputs and 16 Outputs
18 inputs and 16 outputs, including four microphone preamps, line and instrument inputs, plus MIDI I/O: fully equipped for demanding project studios with ADAT and S/PDIF I/O.
Low Latency
Direct routing and six internal mixers to deliver audio signals with ultra-low latency wherever you need them.
Speaker Switching
A/B speaker switching and built-in talkback mic: essential features for ambitious project studios with multiple monitor sections and control rooms.
4th Gen Preamps
4th generation preamps with 69 dB gain: the legendary preamps now offer even more gain and remote control capability.
24 Bit/192 kHz
Conversion at 24 bit/192 kHz and 120 dB dynamic range: the same AD/DA converters used in Focusrite’s flagship RedNet models.
Dynamic Level Metering
Dynamic level metering for inputs and outputs: get immediate visual feedback of your input and output levels via the hardware.
Auto Gain and Clip Safe
Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes: the 18i16 can automatically manage levels so engineers can fully concentrate on capturing the performance.
Focusrite Software
Set up your mixes instantly and control levels on your computer or remotely from a mobile device.
Included Software
Includes Pro Tools Intro+, Ableton Live Lite, and a suite of instruments, processors, and effects.
Revamped Air Mode
Revamped Air mode with Presence and Harmonic Drive: analog circuits and integrated signal processors emulate the sound of studio consoles and classic ISA products.
Headphone Amplifiers
Two powerful, specially designed headphone amps: engineers and artists can independently rely on high-quality monitoring on any headphone model.
Easy Start Tool:
Easy Start tool: ready to go immediately thanks to Focusrite’s Getting-Started tool for driver installation and setup.
Versatile Scarlett
Introducing Scarlett 18i16, the leading USB audio interface for producers, featuring converters from Focusrite’s flagship RedNet series. The 18i16 offers 18 inputs and 16 outputs, including four microphone preamps, Hi-Z and line inputs, ADAT, S/PDIF, and MIDI connections.
Capture Everything
The 4th generation preamps deliver an impressive 69 dB gain, allowing you to capture dynamic performances with outstanding clarity regardless of the microphones used. With eight analog inputs including two Hi-Z instrument inputs, the 18i16 provides extensive connectivity for all your external gear. Powerful outputs ensure clean playback with extremely low distortion. Additionally, two brand-new optimized headphone amps can easily drive high-impedance models.
Class-Leading Audio Quality
The fully redesigned audio circuitry now uses the same professional 24 bit/192 kHz converters as Focusrite RedNet products—the choice of top recording studios and broadcasters. Experience unparalleled clarity with a 120 dB dynamic range to capture everything from whispers to jet engines.
Air: The Sound of Great Mixing Consoles
The revamped Air mode preserves the unique character of your sound and brings it forward in the mix by adding musical presence or pleasant saturation (Harmonic Drive) to vocals and acoustic instruments, emulating the sound of a classic studio console driven hard.
Auto Gain: Work Faster
Auto Gain is designed to support engineers of all skill levels. It achieves optimal recording levels for all inputs within seconds, enabling you to be recording-ready in moments. This feature is especially useful in complex sessions with multiple microphones.
Clip Safe: Never Lose a Take Again
During recording, Clip Safe checks your levels up to 96,000 times per second and automatically optimizes preamp gain. It prevents clipping and unwanted artifacts through hard limiting. Never miss a crucial take, even under high-pressure situations like live shows and outdoor recordings.
Easy Control via Desktop and Mobile Software
Use Focusrite Control 2 software to manage routing and level control, monitor mixes, and control other Scarlett 18i16 functions. The desktop software and iOS/Android apps empower engineers and performing artists to adjust mixes and mic preamps remotely—especially useful for live use.
Includes Established Production Software
Scarlett 18i16 4th Gen comes packed with studio tools for composing, recording, mixing, and mastering. Included are Ableton Live Lite and Pro Tools Intro+. Unlike previous trial versions, Pro Tools Intro+ is a perpetual license, meaning you can make great music forever without worrying about subscriptions or expiring trials.
- Antares Auto-Tune Access
- Softube Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555
- Native Instruments MASSIVE
- Sonnox VoxDoubler
- Landr Studio - plus five free masters
- Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC
- Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite
- XLN Audio Addictive Keys
- XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock
- Relab LX480 Essentials
- FAST Balancer
Included Software
Ableton Live Lite
The legendary DAW gives you everything you need to get started— instruments, effects, and live-specific clip and scene launching to develop ideas or perform on stage.
Pro Tools Intro+
Starting now, with Focusrite Scarlett (4th Gen) and Clarett+ interfaces, you get the brand-new Pro Tools Intro+ for Focusrite instead of the previous 3-month Pro Tools Artist trial—and best of all: this license never expires!
Splice Sounds
Three-month membership to Splice Sounds for new customers—millions of high-quality, royalty-free one-shots, loops, and presets with daily new releases await you.
Hitmaker Expansion
- Antares Auto-Tune Access: From natural pitch correction to fast hip-hop pitching effects—for top-notch vocal takes.
- Softube Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555: Take your guitar tone to the next level with a realistic model of the Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555—from warm cleans to high-gain sounds.
- Native Instruments MASSIVE: Create powerful synth sounds—from heavy basses to crisp leads. Over 1,300 presets available.
- Sonnox VoxDoubler: Easily double vocals for more presence and drama—with natural results.
- Landr Studio - 5 Free Masters: Two months access to Landr Studio for mixing, mastering, and worldwide distribution of your tracks.
- Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC: Experience the legendary sound of ISA-110 preamps—with full channel strip emulation.
- Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite: Digital models of the famous Focusrite equalizers and compressors—heard in the best studios.
- XLN Audio Addictive Keys: Add the sound of a Steinway grand piano to your tracks—professionally recorded in a top studio.
- XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock: High-quality drum samples recorded at Decibel Studios in Stockholm.
- Relab LX480 Essentials: Four reverbs inspired by legendary studio effects—as used in the Hit Factory NYC.
- FAST Balancer: Quickly and easily enhance your mixes with AI support—for professional sound in no time.
The Original. Remastered.
Features
General
- 18 inputs/16 outputs: 4 microphone preamps, line and instrument level, MIDI I/O
- Fully equipped: ADAT and S/PDIF I/O
- 4th generation preamps: 69 dB gain, remote controllable
- Auto Gain & Clip Safe: automatic level management
- Revamped Air mode: Presence & Harmonic Drive
- Low latency: direct routing, 6 internal mixers
- Conversion: 24 bit/192 kHz, 120 dB dynamic range
- Software & app: Focusrite Control 2, mobile control
- 2 headphone amps: high-quality monitoring
- A/B speaker switching: for multiple monitor sections
- Level metering: dynamic visualization for inputs/outputs
- Included software: Pro Tools Artist, Ableton Live Lite, instruments & effects
- Easy Start Tool: quick setup with getting-started tool
- Phantom power: yes (independent)
- Air mode, Auto Gain, Clip Safe: yes
- Loopback: yes
- Bus power: yes, 3,000 mA
Connections
- Instrument inputs: 2
- Line inputs: 8
- Line outputs: 4
- Headphone outputs: 2
- ADAT inputs: 1
- ADAT outputs: 1
- S/PDIF inputs: 1
- S/PDIF outputs: 1
- MIDI inputs: 1
- MIDI outputs: 1
- Connection: USB Type-C
- Simultaneous I/O: 20 x 18 (incl. loopback)
Scope of delivery
- 1 x Focusrite Scarlett 18i16 4th Gen
- 1 x External power supply
- 1 x USB cable
Suitable accessories (Not included in the delivery.)
Specification
- Product number 00108480
- Colour Schwarz
- Outputs 6.3mm Klinke, BNC, Cinch (digital), MIDI, Optisch, USB
- Inputs 6.3mm Klinke, Cinch (digital), MIDI, Optisch, USB, XLR
- Number of input channels 8
- Microphone input Ja, mit Phantomspeisung
- max. sampling rate 24 bit / 192 kHz
Reviews
Questions about product
Question by Michael Preissel on 09.08.2025
How do I get the software when I buy the 18i16? As a download or on a data carrier. If by download, how long will the download be available?
Thank you!
Answer by Musikhaus Kirstein:
Free bundle software (e.g. Pro Tools Intro, Ableton Live Lite, FL Studio Producer or Hitmaker Expansion) can be downloaded via the Focusrite account after product registration. Such offers are usually available on a long-term basis. Details can be found in the Focusrite account under "My Software".
Financing
easyCredit Ratenkauf
- 2 to 60 months term
- Financing from 22,00 € / month
- More information about installment purchase
ConsorsFinanz Finanzierung
- 6 to 72 months term
- 0% financing for 37,91 € per month
- More information on financing
