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Focusrite Clarett 4Pre vs Focusrite Scarlett 18i8

    Focusrite Clarett 4Pre Sound Card
    Focusrite Clarett 4Pre
      11.57 in
      4.65 in
      Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 Sound Card
      Focusrite Scarlett 18i8
      Editiorial reviews
      2
      2 editorial reviews
      A return to USBRead more
      Focusrite’s new Clarett range drops Thunderbolt for USB and sheds a few pounds into the bargain.Read more
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      3
      3 editorial reviews
      Life looks good in redRead more
      Focusrite scores on features, sound quality, and value with this well-priced audio interface with four mic preamps.Read more
      The latest generation of Focusrite's extensive Scarlett range offers something for every budget.Read more
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      User rating
      46
      4.1 out of 5
      46 user ratings
      5 stars
      		34 %
      4 stars
      		39 %
      3 stars
      		23 %
      2 stars
      		2 %
      1 stars
      		0 %
      40
      4.0 out of 5
      40 user ratings
      5 stars
      		35 %
      4 stars
      		30 %
      3 stars
      		35 %
      2 stars
      		0 %
      1 stars
      		0 %

      Full Comparison

      Units:

      General

      Focusrite Clarett 4PreFocusrite Clarett 4Pre
      Focusrite Scarlett 18i8Focusrite Scarlett 18i8
      Sound TypeStereoStereo

      Connectivity

      Focusrite Clarett 4PreFocusrite Clarett 4Pre
      Focusrite Scarlett 18i8Focusrite Scarlett 18i8
      Headphone outputyesyes
      Headphone output (6.3 mm / 1/4)22
      Jack Plug input84
      Other connectors
      • Digital coaxial input
      • Digital coaxial output
      • Digital optical input
      • MIDI
      • Thunderbolt
      • Firewire
      • Digital optical input
      • MIDI
      • Analogue 3.5mm input/Line-in
      USByesyes

      Design

      Focusrite Clarett 4PreFocusrite Clarett 4Pre
      Focusrite Scarlett 18i8Focusrite Scarlett 18i8
      Placement TypeExternalExternal

      Audio properties

      Focusrite Clarett 4PreFocusrite Clarett 4Pre
      Focusrite Scarlett 18i8Focusrite Scarlett 18i8
      D/A audio24 bit / 192 kHz24 bit / 96 kHz

      Power

      Focusrite Clarett 4PreFocusrite Clarett 4Pre
      Focusrite Scarlett 18i8Focusrite Scarlett 18i8
      Power sourcePowerlinePowerline

      Pros & Cons

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              Focusrite Clarett 4Pre vs Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 - User Opinions

              • edmund
                over 1 year ago
                Key differences between the Focusrite Scarlett and the Focusrite Clarett: Clarett has better sound quality than Scarlett, mainly due to its increased frequency response and maximum microphone input level. The Scarlett range features two studio bundles that are perfect for producers who are just getting started.May 17, 2022
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