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Feb 2, 2023 3:23 AM

Focusrite 3rd Gen Scarlett 18i20 Audio Interface

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Amazon has Focusrite 3rd Gen Scarlett 18i20 Audio Interface on sale for $365.74 (AMS-SCARLETT-18I20-3G). Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member kewlking for finding this deal.

Note: Usually ships within 1 to 2 months.

Key Features:
  • USB Type-C / Type-A Connectivity
  • 8 Scarlett Mic/Line Preamps, 2 Hi-Z Ins
  • Dual Headphone Outs, 10 Line Outs
  • 24-Bit / 192 kHz AD/DA
  • AC Powered / Mac, Windows
  • Phantom Power, MIDI, S/PDIF, ADAT I/O
  • Pads, Onboard Talkback, Air Mode
  • Virtual Loopback, Wordclock Output
  • DAWs, VIs, Loops, and Samples

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  • About this deal:
    • Our research indicates that this deal is $144.25 less (28% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $509.99 at the time of this posting.
  • About this product:
    • Limited 3-Year Warranty
    • 4.8 out of 5 stars rating at Amazon based on over 2,220 customer reviews
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Written by kewlking
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Amazon has Focusrite 3rd Gen Scarlett 18i20 Audio Interface on sale for $365.74 (AMS-SCARLETT-18I20-3G). Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member kewlking for finding this deal.

Note: Usually ships within 1 to 2 months.

Key Features:
  • USB Type-C / Type-A Connectivity
  • 8 Scarlett Mic/Line Preamps, 2 Hi-Z Ins
  • Dual Headphone Outs, 10 Line Outs
  • 24-Bit / 192 kHz AD/DA
  • AC Powered / Mac, Windows
  • Phantom Power, MIDI, S/PDIF, ADAT I/O
  • Pads, Onboard Talkback, Air Mode
  • Virtual Loopback, Wordclock Output
  • DAWs, VIs, Loops, and Samples

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Our research indicates that this deal is $144.25 less (28% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $509.99 at the time of this posting.
  • About this product:
    • Limited 3-Year Warranty
    • 4.8 out of 5 stars rating at Amazon based on over 2,220 customer reviews
  • About this store:
  • Additional Note:
    • Refer to the Forum Thread for discussion regarding this deal.

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Feb 4, 2023 2:39 AM
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ash78Feb 4, 2023 2:39 AM
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Oh, slickdeals! Where will I go? What will I do?!
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Feb 4, 2023 3:17 AM
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IVY-JFeb 4, 2023 3:17 AM
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I got the gen 2 and use it every day. Its a beast. the internal routing is killer.
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Feb 4, 2023 6:26 AM
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lolopolo
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Feb 4, 2023 6:26 AM
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Can this be used for mixing audio and mic from several sources into one headset?
Feb 4, 2023 6:46 AM
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DebatewithHateFeb 4, 2023 6:46 AM
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Quote from lolopolo View quoted comment :
Can this be used for mixing audio and mic from several sources into one headset?
Can be used for that but is more designed as a way to get analog inputs (a lot of analog inputs for the price) into a digital audio workstation application (DAW). It may require a usb connection for power as well (I own a 2 input version which does require usb power)
If you have no need of getting the inputs into a DAW you may look into a small mixer or what's called a line mixer which are designed to combine multiple sources into a single (or several if needed) output. Probably better bang for your buck if not interested in recording in your situation.
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Feb 4, 2023 9:38 AM
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SlickRoad1826Feb 4, 2023 9:38 AM
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Is my rme fire face ufx version one better than this?
Feb 4, 2023 2:16 PM
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ToeFeb 4, 2023 2:16 PM
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If I needed more than my little 2i2, I'd probably be hitting buy right now.
Feb 4, 2023 2:52 PM
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alvarez1022Feb 4, 2023 2:52 PM
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This or the Behringer UV1?

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Feb 4, 2023 3:11 PM
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velocityblue5.0Feb 4, 2023 3:11 PM
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wow i can't believe this is like 200 cheaper than everywhere else. i'm really considering it so i can give up my old 6 channel tascam US-800 from like 2007 that always crashes lol
Feb 4, 2023 4:16 PM
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SlikkuFeb 4, 2023 4:16 PM
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I have the 2nd gen of this, works really well. For example when recording bass or guitar I have two mic inputs (different mics) and a direct input, record all three simultaneously to independent tracks, and either keep the one I like based on the context of the song and how it came through the mic or direct input, or utilize two of them for doubling effects. I record synth sources in mono too, so I've got six of those going into this in addition to the mic/direct instrument inputs.

Aside from the drivers and routing software directly related to this, I don't use any of the plugins and stuff they include.
Feb 4, 2023 4:40 PM
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shopfordaysFeb 4, 2023 4:40 PM
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Perfect timing and great find OP! My band has a concert next weekend and this will be perfect to get a great live recording of us.
Feb 4, 2023 5:01 PM
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michael_knightFeb 4, 2023 5:01 PM
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I've been eyeing a clarett for a while. This is tempting though!
Feb 4, 2023 5:33 PM
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lewiscypherFeb 4, 2023 5:33 PM
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I bought the 8i6 last year. Has been a great device only complaint is it only has preamps on the front. This guys has 8 total.
Feb 4, 2023 6:51 PM
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SarafanPriestFeb 4, 2023 6:51 PM
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Ugh….fug it. Bought. THANK YOU!
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Feb 4, 2023 6:52 PM
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huehueFeb 4, 2023 6:52 PM
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I have an 18i20, constant bugs and crashes on windows 10. When it's stable it's great, but I have to pray every time I change sample rate or buffer size that it doesn't crash and it takes a good 5-10 seconds. Or, if I power it off or on while the pc is running, it crashes about 15% of the time.
Others have said great things about it. The dual headphone output especially, and the many IO is nice. Just wish it had DSP like some more expensive interfaces but of course that would make these more expensive.

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Feb 4, 2023 6:57 PM
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bermuda888Feb 4, 2023 6:57 PM
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How does this compare to the Tascam US-16x08? Been using a Tascam US-16x08 for years with great results but maybe this is better and would yield higher quality recordings? The US-16x08 is extremely stable with Win10 - no issues or crashes at all.
Last edited by bermuda888 February 4, 2023 at 10:59 AM.

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