Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 8x6 USB Audio Interface 3rd Gen
- USB Type-C Connectivity
- 2 Mic/Line/Instrument Preamps, 4 Line In
- 2 Headphone Outs, 4 Line Outputs
- 24-Bit / 192 kHz Converters
- AC Powered / Mac and Windows
- Phantom Power, Pads, MIDI & S/PDIF I/O
- Mic Air Mode, Multicolor Gain Halos
Details
The Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 8x6 USB Audio Interface 3rd Gen is built to deliver top-shelf sound in a desk-friendly and easy to use format for podcasters who need mix-minus functionality when taking calls and for multi-instrumentalists and producers. The third-generation Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 8x6 USB audio/MIDI interface lets artists and content creators score pro-level tone with no learning curve.
Equally capable for tracking vocals and instruments, the two improved Scarlett microphone preamps feature switchable phantom power for condenser mics, pads to prevent distortion on loud input signals, and a selectable-per-channel Air circuit, which adds clarity-enhancing brightness based on Focusrite's legendary ISA preamplifier.
The two XLR-1/4" combo inputs are outfitted with switches that allow them to accept signal directly from electric instruments such as guitar and bass, from line-level sources such as stereo mixer outputs, or from a hot feed from a drum machine. The rear panel sports four additional fixed-level 1/4" inputs to accommodate more line-level sources such as the outputs of external mic preamps.
Great for Expanding Home Studios
Pristine, High-Resolution Conversion
Scarlett Mic Preamps with Customizable Tone
Instrument/Line Input Switches
Rear-Panel Line Inputs
Straightforward Controls and Level Indication
Dual Independent Headphone and Monitor Outputs
Virtual Loopback for Mix-Minus and More
MIDI I/O
Stereo Digital I/O
Powerful Software Control
Specifications
Form Factor | Tabletop |
Display | None |
Channels of I/O | Analog: 6 Input / 4 Output at 192 kHz Digital: 2 Input / 2 Output at 192 kHz |
Maximum Sampling Rate | 192 kHz / 24-Bit |
Number of Microphone Preamps | 2 Preamps |
Input Level Adjustment | 2 x Knob |
Expansion Slots | None |
Pad | Mic/Line/Hi-Z: -10 dB (Switchable per Channel) |
Gain/Trim Range | Mic/Line Inputs: Up to +56 dB |
High-Pass Filter | None |
Solo/Mute | None |
Analog Audio I/O | 2 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input (Front Panel) 4 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input 4 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Output 2 x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output (Front Panel) |
Phantom Power | 48 V, Selectable On/Off (on 2 Channels) |
Digital Audio I/O | 1 x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Input 1 x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Output |
Host Connection / USB | 1 x USB Type-C (USB 2.0) |
MIDI I/O | 1 x DIN 5-Pin Input 1 x DIN 5-Pin Output |
Wireless Connectivity | None |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.1 dB |
Maximum Input Level | Mic Inputs: +9 dBu (Min Gain) +16 dBu (Min Gain, with Pad) Hi-Z Inputs: +12.5 dBu (Min Gain) +14 dBu (Min Gain, with Pad) Line Inputs: +22 dBu (Min Gain) +29 dBu (Min Gain, with Pad) |
Maximum Output Level | Line Outputs: +15.5 dBu (Balanced) Headphone Outputs: +7 dBu |
Impedance | Mic Inputs: 3 Kilohms Hi-Z Inputs: 1.5 Megohms Line Inputs: 60 Kilohms Line Outputs: 430 Ohms Headphone Outputs: < 1 Ohm |
Dynamic Range | Mic Inputs: 111 dBA Hi-Z Inputs: 110.5 dBA Line Inputs: 110.5 dBA Line Outputs: 108.5 dBA Headphone Outputs: 104 dBA |
THD+N | Mic Inputs: < 0.0012% Hi-Z Inputs: < 0.03% Line Inputs: < 0.002% Line Outputs: < 0.002% Headphone Outputs: < 0.002% |
EIN | Mic Inputs: -128 dB A-Weighted |
Sample Rates | Up to 192 kHz (AD/DA Conversion) |
Sample Rate Conversion | None |
Bit Depths | Up to 24-Bit (AD/DA Conversion) |
Sync Sources | Internal, S/PDIF |
Memory Card Slot | None |
OS Compatibility | macOS 10.12 or Later Windows 7 or Later |
Included Software | Ableton Live Lite Pro Tools First |
Compatible Software (Not Included) | Any Core Audio (Mac) Compliant Software |
Required Hardware | Available USB 2.0 Port USB Cable (Included) |
Internet Connection | Required for Software/Driver Download |
Power Requirements | AC/DC Power Adapter (Included) |
AC/DC Power Adapter | 12 VDC at 1 A, Center-Positive (Included) |
Anti-Theft Features | Kensington Security Slot |
Dimensions | 8.27 x 5.89 x 1.87" / 21.01 x 14.96 x 4.75 cm |
Weight | 1.9 lb / 0.9 kg (without Accessories) 2.4 lb / 1.1 kg (with Accessories) |
What's In The Box
- Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 8x6 USB Audio/MIDI Interface (3rd Generation)
- USB Type-C to USB Type-A Cable
- Power Supply
- Limited 3-Year Warranty