Focusrite is expanding the fourth generation of their Scarlett audio interface with the brand new Scarlett 16i16, 18i16, and 18i20.
The three new interfaces add more analogue inputs and outputs, front-panel monitor switching and mute control, S/PDIF and ADAT connectivity, additional headphone outputs, and a built-in talkback mic on Scarlett 18i20.
The Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen 16i16, 18i16, and 18i20 now feature:
- A 122dB dynamic range, using the flagship RedNet range converters – found in the world’s best studios
- All-new, remote-controlled preamps with 69dB of gain for studio sound from any mic
- The ability to pair Focusrite Control 2 for desktop with Focusrite’s new mobile app
- Re-engineered Air mode with Presence, and all-new Harmonic Drive, adding rich harmonics to recordings by emulating the characteristics of vintage preamps
- New Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes can handle up to eight microphones at a time, making session setup simple
- Brand-new Custom-designed headphone amps for the best playback ever heard from Scarlett
- Redesigned Dynamic Gain Halos now with output as well as input metering.
- Professional studio features included: A/B speaker switching, built-in talkback mic on 18i20 and more
- MIDI in /out plus S/PDIF, and ADAT in/out
- Refreshed Easy Start tool, making it easier than ever to get set up and recording in minutes
The 16i16, 18i16, and 18i20 also include Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools Artist 3 months, and FL Studio Producer Edition 6 months plus a huge bundle of plug-in instruments and effects including Antares Auto Tune, Marshall Amp Modelling, synths, keys, drums, EQ, compression, reverb, and more.
The i6i16 is available for $369.99, the 18i16 for $499.99, and the 18i20 for $649.99. Get ’em here.
