The 3rd Generation Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 8 x 6 USB Audio Interface is a compact yet powerful studio solution. It allows you to connect all your essential hardware at once, offering great flexibility. With improved A - D and D - A conversion and an amazing 24 - bit/192kHz audio resolution, you can enjoy crystal - clear recordings and playback. It's ideal for all your recording and mixing needs. This interface comes with two high - fidelity headphone outputs, each with its own volume control for flexible monitoring. Two of Focusrite's top - performing third - generation Scarlett mic preamps are included. The optional Air setting on these preamps recreates the Air effect of the original ISA mic preamp, making vocal and acoustic recordings brighter and more open. Whether you're recording guitars or bass through its high - headroom instrument inputs or using its six flexible line inputs, the Scarlett 8i6 captures your sound accurately without distortion. The virtual loopback inputs simplify podcasting, live streaming, and sampling. Designed for durability and ease of use, it connects directly to your Mac or PC via USB cable. It also comes with a great suite of software tools like Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools First Focusrite Creative Pack, etc. You'll get a free 3 - month Splice Sounds subscription with a new Splice account, giving you access to millions of royalty - free one - shots, loops, and presets. Plus, it includes membership to Focusrite’s Plug - in Collective, offering free software downloads, big discounts, a two - year warranty, and award - winning customer support. Key features include two top - notch mic preamps with switchable Air mode, two high - headroom instrument inputs, six balanced line inputs, high - performance converters for up to 24 - bit/192kHz recording and mixing, and four balanced outputs for clean monitoring. Specifications: Connectivity is USB Type - C, protocol is USB 2.0, form factor is desktop, simultaneous I/O is 8 x 6, A/D resolution is 24 - bit/192 kHz, there are 2 preamps, phantom power is available, 2 pads, 2 instrument inputs, 6 line inputs, 4 analogue outputs, 2 headphone outputs, S/PDIF digital inputs and outputs, MIDI I/O, loopback, it's not bus - powered, and an included PSU. Included software has a lot of great stuff. Package contents are the Scarlett 8i6 3rd Gen., 1 USB cable (Type C - A), and 1 power supply.
Using the Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 3rd Generation is easy. First, connect it to your Mac or PC using the provided USB cable (Type C - A). Plug in your power supply to make sure it has enough power. If you're recording vocals or acoustic instruments, use the mic preamps. You can switch on the Air mode for a brighter sound. For guitars or bass, use the high - headroom instrument inputs. If you want to connect synthesizers or drum machines, use the six balanced line inputs. When it comes to monitoring, use the two high - fidelity headphone outputs with their own volume controls. For podcasting, live streaming, or sampling, take advantage of the virtual loopback inputs. Make sure to handle the device gently as it's designed for durability but still needs care. Keep it in a dry and clean place to avoid damage. When not in use, unplug the power supply and USB cable. As for the software, install the included Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools First Focusrite Creative Pack, etc. as soon as you can. And don't forget to activate your free 3 - month Splice Sounds subscription with a new Splice account. If you face any problems, you can rely on the two - year warranty and the award - winning customer support from Focusrite.
