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- Four award-winning Focusrite mic pres with 18 inputs and 8 outputs
- Two independent headphone outputs each with a level control
- Rugged metal unibody chassis
- High quality 24bit 96KHz audio interface for Mac, PC and iPad
- Scarlett MixControl ultra-low-latency DSP mixer and router
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I own several audio interfaces, and this is probably the best I've bought in this price range. The most useful (and hardly advertised) feature is that it can operate in standalone and class compliant (CC) mode. There is no need to connect it to a computer, and it works natively with a iPad. I can carry it and use it on stage for monitoring, and turn it into a portable recording studio with a iPad. Do not neglect offline use when buying an interface, I've come to appreciate this feature after owning several devices which only work when connected to a computer and wished that Focusrite had released interfaces like these earlier.The power adapter supports 110 240 V and the connectors can be swapped for different types of sockets.
For a really in-depth review (hardware / software / performance), refer to this review for Scarlett 18i6 (18i8 has 4 preamps, 2 headphone outs, standalone mode and better iPad compatiblity):
http://mikeriversaudio.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/focusrite-scarlett-8i6-and-18i6-review_revised.pdf
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The sound recorded on this AI is great! This is my first AI and I'm new to DAW software, so it took me some time to figure out how to set up the DAW software that came with the 18i8. Without too much difficulty, however, I was able to record great quality sound with this.If you are a newbie like me, let me know and I'll be happy to share my experiences with this.
I highly recommend this.It's a great audio interface, the mic preamps are above my expectations.
The scarlett mix (software included) it's ok, it's not really needed to start recordingSays it all in my title. I hesitated paying a little cheaper for the previous model that contained less inputs. Im glad i invest a bit more because i underestimated how many instruments i would be recording not necissarily at the same time, but in one recording session (which prevents me of unplugging, and replugging constantly, especially for one particular instrument/sound).
Bigger than i thought it would be but definitely a plus. Shows that it is well built, ready to use and means serious business.
I was also amazed by the simplicity of the design. Straight to the point without cutting corners. Preamp is really good.
All and all, I'd highly recommend this product to anyone looking for an audio interface.
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