Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface Recording, Songwriting, & Streaming — High-Fidelity, Studio Quality Recording, With Transparent Playback

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If your interface is being seen at a hardware level, your interface model will be displayed in the main window as shown below. Allowing you to record and mix at up to 24-bit/192kHz, these converters ensure professional level audio quality on any recording project. Comprehensive Connectivity With the release of the new third-generation range of audio interfaces, Focusrite shows no plans in slowing down on their quest to provide affordable, easy to use and high-quality audio products for beginners and professionals alike.

With the Scarlett 8i6 3rd gen USB audio interface’s two high-headroom instrument inputs you can get fantastic recordings of electric guitar or bass without any unwanted distortion or clipping. Focusrite claims that the 3rd generation Scarlett interfaces are characterized by high gain values and low noise. Making mic preamps since 1985 (Rupert Neve founded the company until being sold to Phil Dudderidge in 1989), they have skin in the game regarding developing high-end gear. The upgraded specs and added features are welcome additions, and we think they’ve done well to remain competitive. That being said, if you’ve only recently bought a 2nd gen interface — we wouldn’t worry.

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Anyway, as your question relates to purely home studio mixing, in-the-box, and working with soft synths, the short answer is that yes, the Scarletts (any of the generations) will be more than enough to cater for your larger instrument ensemble needs. Allowing you to compose, record and produce your music, the Scarlett 8i6 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface comes with some fantastic software included with all the tools you need. If your interfa ce is being seen at a hardware level, the interface model will be displayed in the main window as shown below. credits per month - they serve as "currency" and can be "spent" on sounds, sound generators, presets and midi filesComing with a USB cable, power supply and a multitude of fantastic software, you can get recording straight away and enjoy amazing results.

If your i nterface is showing correctly in Device Manager but Focusrite Control still displays No Hardware Connected, please complete the following instructions : In general, all users of the Scarlett series benefit from improved audio performance. The 3rd generation Scarlett microphone preamps are currently the Scarlett preamps with the best sound. They deliver not only high gain but also low noise levels for stereo recording at high demands. Also, the industry-leading 24-bit/192 kHz AD-DA converters take performance to a new level, guaranteeing clearer sound with more punch across all frequencies.

What’s more; you also get a free 3-month subscription to Splice Sounds when you create a new Splice account. The Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface offers you a compact studio solution with professional audio quality and versatile functionality. A Compact 8-In, 6-Out Audio Interface for The Hardware Music Maker You will need to configure Scarlett Mix Control/Focusrite Control and then save those settings to the interface because the settings cannot be changed while the unit is connected to the iPad. Scarlett Mix Control/Focusrite Control dictates which audio signals get routed to each output on the interface. The below steps show you an example of how you may wish to route the audio on your interface.

If you are using a Clarett Thunderbolt in terface then please ensure you have allowed the driver to load as per this article . One of the key upgrades for the 3 rd Generation is the addition of USB-C connectivity. This reversible connection allows faster data transfer, easier connection and can be flipped – no more plugging in upside-down. And thanks to the USB-C’s inherent low latency, you can easily record and monitor everything in real time with many of your favourite plug-ins in place.Also, Scarlett Solo and 2i2 3rd Gen will be detected by Focusrite Control, but they display the message 'Output routing is not supported on this device' because their output controls are all located on the front of the device itself. Your recordings will shine with professional clarity with its 24-bit/192kHz converters. At the same time , Air mode (also present in the Clarett USB range but works slightly differently) emulates the famous boost in the mid-high frequency range — adding unique high-end detail, which was a renowned characteristic of Focusrite’s original ISA mic preamp at the famous AIR Studios. If you are just starting with music production, we recommend shopping around for a bundle that helps you save some serious cash. Final Thoughts As well as the new Scarlett features, you’ll also get a selection of excellent software, so you can get creative right out the box: