Scarlett ScarlettOctoPre Focusrite Audio Interface

Eight-channel mic preamp with ADAT connectivity

The Scarlett OctoPre is the ideal 8-channel expansion for any Scarlett — or other digital interface with ADAT inputs. ADAT is a simple and easy way of increasing the number of simultaneous recording channels available in your studio. With eight channels of Focusrite's 2nd generation Scarlett preamps and precision A-D conversion at sample rates up to 192 kHz, Scarlett OctoPre is the ideal way of increasing the number of inputs in your studio. It also offers eight balanced line outputs, sourced directly from their respective mic preamps for use on stage in a live environment.

Eight natural-sounding 2nd generation Scarlett mic/line inputs deliver high headroom, plenty of clean gain, low noise and minimal distortion — ideal for tracking drums as well guitars, keyboards, vocals and more. The front panel features two newly-designed instrument inputs with extended headroom. ADAT outputs let you connect to any interface or digital system with ADAT optical inputs, and analogue line outputs let you feed an analogue console at the same time as recording with the digital outputs.

The sound of Scarlett - and more of it

Scarlett OctoPre gives you eight additional inputs. It's the ideal way to expand your Scarlett – or any other interface with an ADAT input. 

Eight Scarlett mic preamps 

Scarlett OctoPre features eight Scarlett mic inputs – balanced line inputs too – all running through Focusrite precision 24-bit conversion at up to 192kHz resolution with 109dB dynamic range. 

Dual front-panel instrument inputs 

Two high-headroom instrument inputs will handle high output guitar pickups and are right there on the front panel for easy access. 

Emulate iconic Focusrite hardware

Get the full Focusrite sound with three classic processors from Focusrite’s 40 year legacy of precision studio sound. Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC is an authentic emulation of the classic ISA 110 module found in Focusrite Studio Console. ISA 110 was created when Sir George Martin asked Rupert Neve for custom modules for AIR Montserrat studios. The Red 2 and Red 3 Plug-in Suite accurately models Focusrite’s classic Red range equaliser and compressor hardware. Coveted by producers and engineers for their exceptional clarity and versatility, the original Red 2 and Red 3 remain prized fixtures in professional recording studios the world over. Now, you can use these revered pieces, easily and flexibly, in your own mixes. 

Key Features

• Eight natural-sounding 2nd generation Scarlett mic preamps
•  Eight balanced line inputs 
• Focusrite precision A-D conversion up to sample rates of 192 kHz 
• Dual front-panel instrument inputs 
• Pad on every channel for extra headroom — ideal for loud sources such as drums 
• Eight balanced line outputs — ideal for live use 
• Accurate 5-segment LED input metering 
• Simple ADAT connectivity via optical cables 
• 48V Phantom power available on every channel for condenser mics 
• State-of-the-art digital clocking with Word Clock I/O for synchronisation with external devices 

Specification 

• Supported sample rates 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz 
• Frequency response 20Hz - 20kHz +0.5/-1.5dB 
• Dynamic range 109 dB (A-Weighted) 
• THD+N <0.001% 
• Noise EIN -127 dBu 
• Maximum input level (without pad) +8 dBu 
• Maximum input level (with pad) +16 dBu 
• Gain range 50 dB 
• Input impedance 3 kΩ 
• Frequency response 20Hz - 20kHz +0.5/-1.5dB 
• Dynamic range 109 dB (A-weighted) 
• THD+N <0.002% 
• Maximum input level +22 dBu 
• Gain range 50 dB 
• Input impedance 49 kΩ 
• Frequency response 20Hz - 20kHz +0.5/-1.5dB 
• Dynamic range 108 dB (A-weighted) 
• THD+N <0.01% 
• Maximum input level +13 dBu 
• Gain range 50 dB 
• Input impedance 1 MΩ 
• Maximum output level (0 dBFS) +16dBu @ 0dBFS, or >21dBu where ADAT output is not used 
• THD+N <0.001% 
• Ouput impedance 136 Ω (Balanced) - for units with serial number ≤ W860083007515 576 Ω (Balanced) - for units with serial number > W860083007515