Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 USB 2.0 Audio Interface

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Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 USB 2.0 Audio Interface

Twenty-five years of mic pre excellence form the foundation of the Scarlett 8i6, with two award-winning Focusrite preamps. Combined with a host of additional I/O options, the Scarlett 8i6 helps you get the tracks you want without having to constantly re-patch your studio.

Alongside the two high-quality mic preamps, two additional analogue inputs, four analogue outputs, S/PDIF and MIDI open the door to true multi-track recording. Two Hi-Z instrument inputs let you plug straight in without the need to buy additional DI boxes, and two virtual Loopback inputs are also available for routing digital audio between software applications - ideal for capturing online audio.

Included with the Scarlett 8i6 is Scarlett MixControl, an 18 x 6 DSP mixer. Offering a level of flexibility that is remarkable at this price point, the MixControl software enables you to create six separate mixes with ultra-low-latency. Route any combination of input signals and sequencer outputs to any of the Scarlett 8i6 outputs. Intuitive one-click configurations help you track, monitor and mix as quickly as possible.

Scarlett 8i6 comes with all of the additional tools needed to start making music straight away. Scarlett VST/AU/RTAS Plug-in Suite comes in the box, adding Focusrite compression, reverb, gating and EQ to your recording system.

Focusrite's established Xcite+ bundle is also included. The bundle features Ableton Live Lite (for all your production, performance and compositional needs), Novation's Bass Station soft synth and over 1 gig of royalty-free samples from Loopmasters.

Two Focusrite preamps ensure low noise and distortion, whilst cutting-edge digital conversion captures your audio with pristine quality. Combined with the very latest in USB interfacing technology, excellent routing flexibility and rock-solid driver stability, the Scarlett 8i6 is the heart of the modern home studio.

Key features:

• Two high-quality award-winning Focusrite preamps - The best sounding interface in its class. Focusrite's 25-year legacy forms the foundation of this new interface, with two award-winning preamps.
• High-quality 24-bit/96kHz USB interface Features professional conversion and jitter reduction technology, guaranteeing pristine audio quality and reliable synchronization.
• Total I/O count of 8 inputs and 6 outputs A host of I/O options are provided*, including a unique Loopback facility for routing audio between software applications via Scarlett MixControl.
• Scarlett MixControl ultra-low-latency DSP mixer/router Provides an 18 x 6 DSP mixer with excellent routing flexibility, intuitive one-click configurations, and lower than 1.4ms latency (less than the time it takes sound to travel two feet through air!).
• Scarlett VST/AU/RTAS Plug-in Suite, for use in the mix Upgrade your standard sequencer effects and bring a touch of class to your session with Focusrite's Scarlett compression, reverb, gating and EQ.
• Xcite+ Software Bundle Featuring a host of royalty-free loops and samples, a full-fledged soft-synth and Ableton Live Lite 8, providing an affordable upgrade path to Ableton Live.

Secondary features

• Two Hi-Z instrument inputs No need for a separate DI. The first two channels feature high-gain instrument inputs.
• Dedicated front-panel headphone bus Providing a fully customised monitor mix, with tactile level control available on the front panel.
• Monitor levels are always within reach A front panel volume dial provides immediate control over the main stereo outputs.
• Switchable phantom power Across both mic pre inputs, globally switchable direct from the front fascia.
• Software PFL Allows the mix engineer to easily monitor a single mixer channel or complete mix.