Scarlett Focusrite Scarlet18i20-4t 4th Gen USB Audio Interface

The fourth-generation Focusrite Scarlett 18i20, available at Sadek Music, delivers a major upgrade over previous models. It features enhanced mic preamps, RedNet-derived AD/DA conversion, Auto Gain, Clip Safe, a Dynamic Metering display, and more. This 18-in/20-out USB-C audio interface includes hi-Z inputs, a custom-designed headphone amp, loopback functionality, and Focusrite’s acclaimed Air Mode. With ample outputs for two sets of studio monitors or outboard gear, it’s a versatile choice for any studio setup. Beginners will love Focusrite’s Easy Start tool, while professionals will appreciate the robust build quality and powerful new features. Plus, a comprehensive software bundle provides everything needed to record, mix, and master music. 

The Scarlett 18i20 remains a top choice for home and pro studios, and with its fourth-generation enhancements, it's more value-packed than ever. Get yours today at Sadek Music!

Studio-quality sound

The fourth-generation Focusrite Scarlett 18i20, Sadek Music, delivers the best sound quality yet in the Scarlett series. With 69dB of gain, its microphone preamps provide crystal-clear, detailed recordings that rival high-end studio gear. Air Mode enhances tracks with high-end presence and harmonic-rich drive, mimicking the warmth of top-tier studio consoles. Guitarists will love the hi-Z inputs, designed for an amp-like feel that inspires creativity. Featuring studio-grade AD/DA converters from Focusrite's flagship RedNet interfaces, the 18i20 offers 122dB of dynamic range, ensuring pristine, professional-quality sound.

State-of-the-art features

The Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 (4th Gen), Sadek Music, is packed with session-enhancing features for effortless recording. Auto Gain sets optimal levels with one touch, while Clip Safe prevents distortion by adjusting gain in real time. Dynamic Gain Halos on the front panel provide instant visual feedback on input and output levels. The custom-designed headphone amplifier ensures clear, accurate monitoring with independent level control. Easy Start makes setup simple for beginners, offering tips and guidance. Plus, loopback functionality lets you route stereo audio from music apps directly into your DAW for seamless recording and production.

Includes an exclusive software bundle

Your new Focusrite audio interface comes with a killer software bundle headlined by a 3-month Avid Pro Tools Intro+ subscription and Ableton Live Lite. Focusrite has also partnered with Splice to give you a free 3-month Splice Sounds subscription when setting up a 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. Making studio-quality productions has never been easier when you buy a Focusrite. Along with this, you also get the Focusrite Hitmaker Expansion, which includes:

• Antares Auto-Tune Access
• Softube Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555
• Native Instruments Massive
• 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
• Relab LX480 Essentials
• Fast Balancer
• Sonnox VoxDoubler

Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 Features:

• 4th-generation microphone preamps deliver 69dB of usable gain with a clear, detailed sound
• Air Mode adds a high-end presence and harmonic-rich drive reminiscent of a top-of-the-line studio console
• Guitar-friendly hi-Z inputs yield an amp-like feel that's guaranteed to inspire
• Enough outputs to accommodate 2 sets of studio monitors or outboard gear
• RedNet-derived AD/DA converters yield 122dB of dynamic range
• Auto Gain optimizes recording levels with the touch of a button
• Clip Safe automatically adjusts gain levels if you're at risk of clipping
• Dynamic Halos supply at-a-glance monitoring of input and output signal levels
• Custom-designed headphone amplifier with independent level control
• Easy Start function guides beginning users through setup while providing recording tips and other helpful content.
• Dynamic metering display keeps a visual on your audio levels at all times
• A/B speaker switching with built-in talkback microphone
• Onboard ADAT, SPDIF, and Word Clock I/O
• Loopback functionality routes stereo audio from music apps straight to your DAW via virtual inputs
• SPDIF and Optical in/outs
• Includes a 3-month Pro Tools Intro+ subscription, Ableton Live Lite, and the Hitmaker Expansion software bundle

Tech Specs

• Computer Connectivity:USB 2.0
• Form Factor:Desktop, Rackmount
• Simultaneous I/O:18 x 20
• Number of Preamps:8
• Phantom Power:Yes
• A/D Resolution:24-bit/192kHz
• Analog Inputs:8 x XLR-1/4" Combo (Rear), 2 x XLR-1/4" Combo (front)
• Analog Outputs:10 x 1/4"
• Digital Inputs:1 x Coax (S/PDIF), 1 x Optical
• Digital Outputs:1 x Optical, 1 x Coax (S/PDIF)
• Headphones:2 x 1/4"
• MIDI I/O:In/Out
• USB:1 x USB-C
• Clock I/O:1 x BNC (word clock out)
• Software:Avid Pro Tools Intro+, Ableton Live Lite, Hitmaker Expansion Bundle
• OS Requirements - Mac:macOS 11 or later
• OS Requirements - PC:Windows 10 or later
• Rack Spaces:1U (rack ears included)
• Power Supply:Standard IEC AC Input (cable included)
• Height:1.83"
• Width:17.4"
• Depth:10.22"
• Weight:7.28 lbs