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Focusrite

Focusrite Scarlett 18i16 USB-C Audio/MIDI Interface 4th Gen Bundle Kellards XLR-P20T 20ft Cable 4 Pack

SKU CH-C0TY-4GRGB

An 18-input, 16-output USB-C audio and MIDI interface with four preamps offering 69dB gain, 24-bit 192kHz conversion, 122dB dynamic range, Air modes, Auto Gain, Clip Safe and four 20ft XLR cables

  • 18 inputs and 16 outputs for large sessions
  • Four mic preamps with 69dB gain capture quiet sources
  • 24-bit 192kHz converters deliver 122dB dynamic range
  • Air modes add console-style presence and harmonic drive
  • Auto Gain and Clip Safe protect every take

Producer's Interface

The Focusrite Scarlett 18i16 is an 18-input and 16-output USB-C audio and MIDI interface designed for musicians, producers and podcasters. It provides four microphone preamplifiers, two high-impedance instrument inputs and eight line inputs alongside ADAT and S/PDIF digital connections. The bundle includes four Kellards XLR-P20T 20 ft microphone cables for immediate studio setup.

Thermals Noise Power

The unit operates without a computer in standalone mode, useful for live monitoring or fixed installations where a host machine is not required. Its compact, portable format allows it to fit into mobile recording rigs without adding bulk or audible fan noise. Power is supplied over the USB-C connection, keeping cable count low for field recording sessions.

Sustained Load Behaviour

Four ultra-low-noise preamplifiers deliver up to 69 dB of gain, capturing quiet sources cleanly during long tracking sessions. RedNet 24-bit 192 kHz converters maintain a 122 dB dynamic range across extended recording periods. Auto Gain sets optimal levels quickly while Clip Safe monitors and adjusts gain in real time to prevent digital clipping on every take.

Highlights

  • 18 inputs and 16 outputs for large sessions
  • Four mic preamps with 69dB gain capture quiet sources
  • 24-bit 192kHz converters deliver 122dB dynamic range
  • Air modes add console-style presence and harmonic drive
  • Auto Gain and Clip Safe protect every take

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How do I connect the 18i16 to my computer and what step is often missed?

Connect the USB-C cable to your computer, install the Focusrite Control 2 driver, then select the 18i16 as the audio device in your DAW; the step often missed is enabling the interface in the operating system sound settings before opening the DAW.

Will the preamps or converters need replacement after heavy use?

The four microphone preamps and 24-bit 192kHz converters are solid-state with no moving parts, so they do not wear out; only the Kellards XLR cables may need replacing if the connectors or shielding become damaged.

At what point does the 122dB dynamic range limit appear during a long session?

The 122dB dynamic range is a converter specification, not a thermal limit; the first practical limit under sustained use is the 69dB maximum gain on the preamps, beyond which the noise floor rises noticeably.

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