Whether you’re a streamer, podcaster, musician, or content creator, the Scarlett 8i6 from equips you to do more of what you love. Building on decades of Focusrite's audio expertise and featuring an Easy Start functionality to intuitively get you recording straight from the box, this third-generation audio interface is ideal for any size studio or audio on the go, with more inputs, more outputs, and all the bells and whistles you need to make your sound your own.
Whether you’re in the studio or on the go, connectivity is key. The Scarlett 8i6 comes with 6 balanced line inputs for plugging in synths or other line-level audio sources, as well as 4 balanced outputs for monitoring and effects as well as MIDI connectivity. This audio interface also boasts 2 3rd gen mic preamps (with 24-bit/192kHz converters) enhanced with Air for miking guitars or recording vocals. Two instrument inputs with high headroom are ideal for plugging your guitar or bass directly into the interface. This bus-powered unit is ready to record wherever inspiration strikes—no cables required.
Get more out of your sound with Scarlett 8i6’s Loopback function, which allows you to grab stereo feeds of any combination of hardware inputs and software playbacks. Other great features include Focusrite’s renowned gain halos, Focusrite Control for sending, streaming, and sampling your audio, and a host of premium-grade hardware and software that give you the power to personalize your sound.
Add a professional polish, no matter what your project. The Scarlet 8i6 comes with a wide array of tools that take the effort out of honing your craft. Explore the Hitmaster Expansion collection, including Antares®, Brainworx®, Softube®, XLN Audio®, Relab, and more. This suite gives you the tools you need to write, produce, mix, and master your music.
Other premium features include access to the renowned Ableton® Live Lite™ DAW, Focusrite Plug-In Collective’s access to new plug-ins and exclusive partner offers, and a 3-month subscription to Avid® Pro Tools® as well as a 3-month subscription to Splice Sounds’ extensive audio library.
Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 Features
- 6 balanced line inputs for connecting synths or other line-level audio
- 4 balanced outputs for monitoring and effects sends
- 2 Scarlett mic preamps now with Air, ideal for recording vocals
- 2 high headroom instrument inputs
- Loopback
- 24-bit/192kHz converters
- 3 Year Focusrite Warranty
- Scarlett 8i6 3rd gen audio interface1
- Avid® Pro Tools® | First Focusrite Creative Pack1
- Ableton® Live Lite™1
- Splice Sounds Subscription (3 months)1
- XLN Audio Addictive Keys1
- Softube Time and Tone Bundle1
- Focusrite Red Plug-in Suite1
- Focusrite Plug-in Collective1
- Focusrite Control1
- Supported sample rates
- 44.1kHz
- 48kHz
- 88.2kHz
- 96kHz
- 176.4kHz
- 192kHz
- Microphone inputs
- Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz ± 0.1dB
- Dynamic range: 111dB (A-weighted)
- THD+N: <0.0012%
- Noise EIN: -128dBu (A-weighted)
- Max input level: 9dBu (at minimum gain)
- Gain range: 56dB
- Impedance: 3kΩ
- Line inputs (1-2 variable gain)
- Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz ± 0.1dB
- Dynamic range: 110.5dB (A-weighted)
- THD+N: <0.002%
- Max input level: 22dBu (at minimum gain)
- Gain range: 56dB
- Impedance: 60kΩ
- Line inputs (3-6 fixed gain)
- Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz ± 0.1dB
- Dynamic range: 110.5dB (A-weighted)
- THD+N: <0.002%
- Max input level: 18dBu (at minimum gain)
- Impedance: 44kΩ
- Instrument inputs
- Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz ± 0.1dB
- Dynamic range: 110dB (A-weighted)
- THD+N: <0.03%
- Max input level: 12.5dBu (at minimum gain)
- Gain range: 56dB
- Impedance: 1.5MΩ
- Line / monitor outputs
- Dynamic range (line outputs): 108dB
- THD+N: <0.002%
- Max output level (0dBFS): 15.5dBu
- Impedance: 430Ω
- Headphone outputs
- Dynamic range: 104dB (A-weighted)
- THD+N: <0.002%
- Max output level: 7dBu
- Impedance: <1Ω
