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Focusrite Scarlett 18i16 4th Gen

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18 Channel USB Audio Interface

  • 18 inputs and 16 outputs; including four mic preamps, line, instrument, and MIDI I/O   
  • 4th Gen pre-amps with 69dB of gain    
  • Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes    
  • Re-engineered Air mode with Presence and Harmonic Drive   

Scarlett 18i16 is ideal for multitrack recording. It has pro-grade converters taken directly from Focusrite’s RedNet range; the four 4th Gen mic preamps have an impressive 69dB of gain, capable of capturing the most dynamic performances. Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes take care of levels so you can focus on the take. Scarlett 18i16 is also the perfect hub to integrate your DAW and hardware with enough analogue and digital I/O to connect multiple external instruments, processors, and effects, and manage complex routing with incredible ease via Focusrite Control 2 software. 

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Shipping & Returns

GENERAL

All prices are quoted in US currency. All orders are shipped USPS, FedEx or DHL. Personal data will never be sold or transferred to third parties.

TRANSIT TIME

We cannot guarantee FedEx or USPS estimated ship times and no refunds will be offered for delays out of our control. Estimated ship times do not include handling or processing times, most in stock items can expect to ship within 1-2 business days after you have received an order confirmation.

INTERNATIONAL IMPORT DUTIES

International orders might be subject to import taxes that must be paid when the item arrives depending on your local customs. Duties and taxes are shown during checkout after selecting a shipping method.

DJTT FAST AND FAIR RETURNS POLICY

DJTT strives to provide great condition gear that works for you. Sometimes, gear doesn’t work out - so we try  to provide the speediest and most fair return or replacement method possible.

Most brand new products are returnable within 30 days of the original shipment (view product exceptions here) without any additional fees, unless:

  1. The product(s) shows visible signs of wear or damage
  2. The product is missing original box, packaging, accessories or manuals

If the item is NOT defective the customer is responsible for all shipping costs. The cost of the original shipment will be deducted from the refund.

Products outside of our 30 day return window must be warrantied through the manufacturer and are subject to their policies and procedures. Replacements for defective units will be sent out once the defective product(s) is returned and received at our facility.

EQUIPMENT WARRANTIES

All DJ TechTools products (such as the Midi Fighters, Chroma Cables, Chroma Caps and other Chroma accesories) have a 1-year full warranty. This warranty does not include protection from damage caused by physical abuse (dropping, beating, slamming, etc) or water damage. Upon notification, receipt and inspection of broken product, DJ TechTools will send out a new product at no additional cost. Any modifications to equipment will void the warranty. If you bought your device from an authorized reseller then please get in touch with them to get it replaced or serviced. Keep in mind that DJTT midi controllers and accessories purchased from non authorized vendors have no warranty associated with them.

THIRD PARTY PRODUCTS

All third party products warranty claims are handled directly through the manufacturer. The only exception to this is we will handle third party exchanges within 15 days of receipt of the item. No technical support is given for third party products.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will my order ship?

We ship orders during weekdays and most orders will ship out in 24-48 hours.

Please make sure billing and shipping addresses are correct before submitting your order so it doesn't require further processing.

You will get an email containing tracking information as soon as your order ships.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept Amazon Pay, Apple Pay, GPay, PayPal and the following credit cards: Discover, Visa, American Express, Master Card. You may use pre-paid credit cards as long as you have registered a billing address to them. We offer financing for US customers via Affirm and PayPal Credit; you need to register at their website first to use this service.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes, we safely ship around the world every day through DHL and FedEx which are safe, affordable and fast.

Some countries may levy an import VAT/IVA tax on your order (please click here for more information).

When will my order arrive?

FedEx Ground (free for continental US) has the following expected delivery times:

Faster options are available and more information on international shipments is available here.

Do you price match?

Yes! Click here to chat with our online DJ team

What is your return policy?

Brand new products are returnable within a 30 day period in most cases. If a product is not defective, the buyer is responsible for original and return shipping costs. For domestic defective orders, DJ TechTools will arrange for a return shipping label.

Where is my order?

You received a order confirmation email which contains a link to your order status and tracking number. Alternatively, you can log into your store account. This is where you will find downloads, status and tracking information.

The Versatile Scarlett 

Introducing Scarlett 18i16, the industry-leading USB audio interface for producers, with converters taken from Focusrite’s flagship RedNet range. 18i16 features 18 inputs and 16 outputs, including four microphone preamps, Hi-Z and line inputs, ADAT, SPDIF, and MIDI connectivity.   

Capture Everything 


The 4th Generation preamps offer an impressive 69dB of gain, allowing you to capture dynamic performances with clarity, whatever microphones you use. With a total of eight analogue inputs including two Hi-Z instrument ins, 18i16 provides ample connectivity for all your outboard. Powerful outputs ensure clean, ultra-low distortion playback; plus, two brand new custom-designed headphone amps to drive high-impedance headphones. 

Studio-Grade Audio Quality 


Completely redesigned audio circuitry now includes the same professional-grade 24-bit, 192kHz converters as Focusrite’s flagship RedNet range — the choice of multi-million dollar recording studios and broadcast facilities — and boasts an impressive 122dB of dynamic range to capture everything from a whisper to a jet engine. 

Features

  • 18 inputs and 16 outputs; including four mic preamps, line, instrument, and MIDI I/O   
    Fully equipped for demanding project studios with ADAT and SPDIF I/O   
  • 4th Gen pre-amps with 69dB of gain    
    The legendary preamps now have even more gain and are remote controllable   
  • Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes    
    18i16 can automatically manage levels so engineers can focus on capturing the performance    
  • Re-engineered Air mode with Presence and Harmonic Drive   
    Analogue circuitry and onboard DSP that emulates the sound of studio consoles and the classic ISA   
  • Low latency monitoring   
    Direct routing and six internal mixers to send audio wherever you need to in super-low latency  
  • 24-bit, 192 kHz conversion with 122dB of dynamic range   
    The same AD/DA converters as Focusrite’s flagship RedNet range   
  • Focusrite Control 2 software and mobile app   
    Instantly set up mixes and manage levels on your computer, or remotely from a mobile device   
  • Two powerful custom-designed headphone amps    
    Engineer and artist can independently monitor with high-quality playback on any headphones   
  • A/B speaker switching 
    Essential for serious project studios with multiple monitor rigs and control rooms   
  • Dynamic metering for input and outputs   
    Get instant visual indication of your input and output levels from the hardware    
  • Included production software   
    Comes with Pro Tools Artist, Ableton Live Lite and a suite of instruments, processors, and effects   
  • Easy Start tool   
    Get up and running immediately with Focusrite’s driver installation and getting started tool

In the Box

  • Scarlett 18i16
  • External Power supply
  • USB Cable 

Compatible Software

  • Ableton Live
  • Pro Tools

Size & Weight

  • Weight: 4.74 lb / 2.15 kg
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