Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen

4th generation

Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen: audio interface for podcasting, home recording, streaming.

The Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen is an audio interface designed to sit between your sources and the recording device. SONORYN focuses on the usable input paths, monitoring, computer connection and the features that can change a creator’s workflow. Documented highlights include mic inputs: 8, mic connector: XLR, phantom power: 48 V.

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THE IDEA IN A FEW WORDS

Where the Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen fits in a creator setup.

What it brings

Mic inputs: 8.
Mic connector: XLR.
Phantom power: 48 V.
Phantom control: Per channel.
Gain range: 69 dB.

A good fit if…

Fits your setup.

You need an interface for podcasting, home recording, streaming and its documented input count matches the sources you want to use at the same time.
Its monitoring and computer connection fit your workflow.
You want to keep microphones, headphones and cables in the same setup calculation.

Consider another option if…

Do not overbuy.

The simultaneous input or monitoring requirement is larger than the documented capability.
You need a host connection or workflow that has not been verified for this setup.
You are choosing mainly by the number of sockets without checking what each channel can do.

What you need

Complete the chain.

Sources and cables that match the documented inputs.
A compatible data connection to the host device.
Headphones or other monitoring appropriate to the project.

First steps

Identify the exact model and the devices it will connect to.
Connect and configure one signal path at a time, following the manufacturer documentation.
Make a short recording or listening test and review the result before adding more equipment.

Documented specifications

What is documented.

Mic inputs: 8
Mic connector: XLR
Phantom power: 48 V
Phantom control: Per channel
Gain range: 69 dB
Direct monitoring: Yes
Loopback: Yes
Headphone outputs: 2
Headphone connector: 6.35 mm TRS

Documentation

Your project, the gear you own and what is still missing.

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