Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 3rd Gen External Sound Card

Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 3rd Gen External Sound Card

Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 3d Gen is a high-quality external sound card that comes with the Focusrite Control software. This software allows you to customize the Scarlett 8i6 and use it as a standalone interface for recording devices of all types. The third-generation interface has undergone additional modifications in terms of features and performance. The overall audio path has been improved, resulting in a wider dynamic range. Distortion and noise levels have been reduced, and the microphone preamplifier now allows for higher signal levels on the inputs. An important change is the addition of the Focusrite AIR feature, which can be turned on separately for inputs 1 and 2 and slightly changes the frequency response of the preamp, as well as simulates the acoustic characteristics of ISA transformer microphone preamps.

With Focusrite Control, you can manage hardware features, adjust monitor mixes, and configure routing. Focusrite Control installation packages are available for Mac and Windows. The Scarlett 8i6 3d Gen is hardware-compatible with macOS, so users don't need to install a specific driver. The Windows version includes a driver, so all you need to do is install Focusrite Control to get started.

The audio interface allows you to connect microphones, musical instruments, as well as line-level audio channels and S/PDIF digital audio channels to your computer. Signals supplied to the physical inputs can be routed to the DAW with a resolution of up to 24 bits and a sample rate of up to 192 kHz. The outputs can be connected to amplifiers, self-powered monitors, and other necessary analog and digital audio equipment. The Scarlett 8i6 device can also be used as a MIDI interface between a computer's USB port and other MIDI equipment in the system.

Features of the Scarlett 8i6 3rd Gen:

• Comes with Focusrite Control software;
• Software package: Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools (3-month trial), Splice Sounds (3-month access), Hitmaker Expansion plugin pack;
• The dynamic range has been expanded, and distortion and noise levels have been reduced;
• Adding the Focusrite AIR feature;
• MacOS users do not need to install a special driver;
• It can be used as a MIDI interface between a computer's USB port and other MIDI equipment in the system.

Specifications

General characteristics of the Scarlett 8i6 3rd Gen:

• Type: External Sound card;
• Inputs: analog x 6, S/PDIF x 2;
• Outputs: analog x 4, S/PDIF x 2;
• Mixer: software mixer with freely definable configuration and 8 inputs/6 outputs (Focusrite Control);
• Supported sample rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, and 192 kHz;
• S/PDIF inputs/outputs: 2 audio (RCA);
• MIDI inputs/outputs: 5-pin DIN connectors x 2;
• USB: 1 USB 2.0 Type-C connector;
• Size: 210 x 149.5 x 47.5 mm;
• Weight: 0.84 kg.

Microphone inputs:

• Dynamic range: 111 dB (A-weighted);
• Frequency response: 20 to 20,000 Hz, ±0.1 dB;
• Non-linear distortion coefficient, taking into account noise: < 0.0012% (minimum gain, input signal level –1 dBFS when using a band-pass filter with cutoff frequencies of 22 Hz/22 kHz);
• Equivalent input noise level: –128 dB (A-weighted);
• Maximum input signal level: +9 dBm (without PAD); +16 dBm (with PAD); measured at minimum gain;
• Gain range: 56 dB;
• Total input resistance: 3 kΩ.

Line inputs 1 and 2:

• Dynamic range: 110.5 dB (A-weighted);
• Frequency response: 20 to 20,000 Hz, ±0.1 dB ;
• Non-linear distortion coefficient, taking into account noise: < 0.002% (minimum gain, input signal level –1 dBFS when using a band-pass filter with cutoff frequencies of 22 Hz/22 kHz);
• Maximum input signal level: +22 dBm (without PAD); +29.5 dBm (with PAD); measured at minimum gain;
• Gain range: 56 dB;
• Total input resistance: 60 kΩ.

Inputs 1 and 2 for instruments:

• Dynamic range: 110.5 dB (A-weighted);
• Frequency response: 20 to 20,000 Hz, ±0.1 dB;
• Non-linear distortion coefficient, taking into account noise: < 0.03% (minimum gain, input signal level –1 dBFS when using a band-pass filter with cutoff frequencies of 22 Hz/22 kHz);
• Maximum input signal level: +12.5 dBm (without PAD); +14 dBm (with PAD); measured at minimum gain;
• Gain range: 56 dB;
• Total input resistance: 1.5 MΩ.

Line inputs 3–6:

• Dynamic range: 110.5 dB (A-weighted);
• Frequency response: 20 to 20,000 Hz, ±0.1 dB;
• Non-linear distortion coefficient, taking into account noise: < 0.002% (minimum gain, input signal level –1 dBFS when using a band-pass filter with cutoff frequencies of 22 Hz/22 kHz);
• Total input resistance: 44 kΩ;
• Maximum input signal level: +18 dBm; measured at minimum gain.

Line outputs 1–4:

• Dynamic range: 108.5 dB (A-weighted);
• Maximum output signal level (0 dBFS): 15.5 dBm (symmetric);
• Non-linear distortion coefficient, taking into account noise: < 0.002% (minimum gain, input signal level –1 dBFS when using a band-pass filter with cutoff frequencies of 22 Hz/22 kHz);
• Total output impedance: 430 ohms.

Headphone outputs:

• Dynamic range: 104 dB (A-weighted);
• Maximum output signal level: +7 dBn;
• Non-linear distortion coefficient, taking into account noise: < 0.002% (measured value at +6 dBn using a band-pass filter with cutoff frequencies of 22 Hz/22 kHz);
• Total output resistance: < 1 Ω.

Analog inputs 1 and 2:

• Connectors: combined with XLR support: microphone/line input/instrument jack on the front panel;
• Microphone/line input switching: automatic;
• Switching between line input and instrument input: selectable for each channel using Focusrite Control;
• Pad: 10 dB attenuation, selectable for each channel using Focusrite Control;
• Phantom power: common +48V phantom power switch for inputs 1 and 2 (only for XLR connections);
• AIR function: selected separately for each channel using the Focusrite Control.

Analog inputs 3–6:

• Connectors: 4 ¼-inch TRS jacks for balanced signals on the rear panel.

Analog outputs 1–4:

• Connectors: 4 ¼-inch TRS jacks for balanced signals on the rear panel;
• Stereo headphone outputs: 2 ¼-inch TRS jacks on the front panel;
• Level adjustment on the main monitor output: on the front panel;
• Headphone signal level controls: on the front panel.

Included:

• Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 3d Gen;
• External AC power supply 12 VDC Current consumption (PSU);
• Software package: Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools (3-month trial), Splice Sounds (3-month access), Hitmaker Expansion plugin pack;
• USB Type-A to Type-C cable;

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