Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface for Recording, Producing and Engineering — High-Fidelity, Studio Quality Recording, with Transparent Playback

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Monitor Controls (*applicable only to select devices) -Set which outputs the 'MONITOR' knob on the front panel will control. Configure your routing and monitor mixes from Mac ®, PC, iPad ®, iPhone ® or iPod touch ® with the user-friendly control software Focusrite Control. In addition to one of the best compact audio interfaces around, Focusrite also includes all the software you need to spark new ideas and capture them. You receive access to two industry-standard digital audio workstations (also known as DAWs), Ableton Live Lite and a three-month subscription to Avid Pro Tools Artist so you can start recording your music straight away. You also receive a three-month Splice Sounds subscription that offers a host of free loops, one-shots, presets and more.

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Sync Light - This light should be green indicating the unit is in 'Sync' with itself or external devices when lit Red the unit will not pass audio.Focusrite Control iOS cannot be used to control a Scarlett connected to your iPad, this app is a remote for the desktop version of the software.

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Hitmaker Expansion: features exclusive content from legendary Auto-Tune® creators Antares®, along with Native Instruments®, Brainworx®, Softube®, Landr, XLN Audio®, Relab and more. Allowing you to compose, record and produce your music, the Scarlett 18i20 3rd Gen USB audio interface comes with some fantastic software included with all the tools you need. The steps below will work for most VoIP applications that only accept audio from the first one or two inputs, such as Skype, Teams, Discord, Teamspeak, and Facebook Live.Under the Output Routing section, choose an output to use. In this example, we are splitting Line Outputs 3-4 into two mono outputs and using Line Output 3. Digital I/O Mode or S/PDIF Source- This allows you to choose the digital inputs and formats you are using, more information can be found in the relevant user guide for your specific product. While physically speaking the quality of this unit is great, the software implementation leaves a lot to be desired. Many configuration options, such as extending the number of inputs through the ADAT connection, require using the Focusrite Control proprietary software suite, which is only available for Windows and Mac. Why not make all options configurable without a PC, and especially without a proprietary piece of software? To connect these units, you can use a USB Type-C to C cable (not supplied), or an Apple USB-C to USB adaptor with the USB cable in the box. Scarlett 1st/2nd Gen Range:

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In the below example, we are setting up a Scarlett 18i20 (3rd Gen) with a VoIP app that only streams in mono and only accepts the first input of a device. However, the same theory applies regardless of whether you are using a VoIP app that accepts two channels of input audio, or you are using a different model interface, although you will likely need to alter the routing accordingly. Method: Eight of the best performing mic preamps the Scarlett range has ever seen, now with switchable Air mode to give your recordings a brighter and more open sound To start, open Focusrite Control and then go to File > Restore Factory Defaults. Your screen should look like the screenshot below.

Finally, the 18i20 comes with Focusrite's Scarlett Plugin Suite (EQ, Compressor, Reverb and Gate), 1GB of Loopmasters samples, Ableton Live Lite, and Novation's Bass Station soft synth. Seeing red With two independent headphone outputs, both the engineer and recording artist can monitor during the session. The Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 Audio Interface (3rd Gen), transform your project, home, or professional studio setup to the next level. Ideal for musicians and producers. There's also a monitor level control with Mute and Dim buttons. The 18i20 uses Focusrite's Scarlett MixControl software, so although input gains are hardware-controlled, the monitor, Dim and Mute controls can be accessed via software, too. Hi-res 24-bit/192kHz converters give recordings stunning clarity. High dynamic range and ultra-low noise makes sure Scarlett sounds just like you.

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Lightning to USB-C adaptor cables are not available from Apple, and we would advise against purchasing third-party cables as they are unlikely to work.Software interface is fairly intuitive and enables users to make alternative monitoring. Drivers are working without problem with Voiceomeeter Banana stuff. My old Steinberg card does not work with them properly. Pad - When Pad is engaged, your input signal will be reduced by -10dB when being sent you your DAW. To connect them, you will need to connect the Scarlett either with a C to C USB cable or A to C using the Apple USB-C to USB adaptor.