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Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 vs Focusrite Scarlett 6i6

11.57 in
4.65 in
Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 Sound Card
Focusrite Scarlett 18i8
Focusrite Scarlett 6i6 Sound Card
Focusrite Scarlett 6i6
Editiorial reviews
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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3
3 editorial reviews
An interface that won't make you see redRead more
Focusrite started out as a high-end audio company building no-compromise mic preamps for the likes of Sir George Martin's Air StudiosRead more
The amount of inputs available to you and the versatility of each one are fundamental features for any PA or digital audio recording system, and is the primary performance quality of any USB audio interface. That being said, there are further considerations that can be made, such as the compatibility, ease of use, and portability with audio editing, production software and devices. There available conversion and sampling rates are a specific performance feature that will make or break this quality no matter how many inputs, outputs and advanced features are included as well. We’ll be giving it considerable attention inRead more
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User rating
40
4.0 out of 5
40 user ratings
5 stars
35 %
4 stars
30 %
3 stars
35 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
0 %
49
3.9 out of 5
49 user ratings
5 stars
24 %
4 stars
48 %
3 stars
18 %
2 stars
8 %
1 stars
0 %

Full Comparison

General

Focusrite Scarlett 18i8Focusrite Scarlett 18i8
Focusrite Scarlett 6i6Focusrite Scarlett 6i6
Sound TypeStereoStereo

Connectivity

Focusrite Scarlett 18i8Focusrite Scarlett 18i8
Focusrite Scarlett 6i6Focusrite Scarlett 6i6
Headphone outputyesyes
Headphone output (6.3 mm / 1/4)22
Jack Plug input42
Microphone inputyesyes
Other connectors
  • Digital optical input
  • MIDI
  • Analogue 3.5mm input/Line-in
  • Balanced input XLR
  • Digital coaxial input
  • Digital coaxial output
  • MIDI
USByesyes

Design

Focusrite Scarlett 18i8Focusrite Scarlett 18i8
Focusrite Scarlett 6i6Focusrite Scarlett 6i6
Placement TypeExternalExternal

Audio properties

Focusrite Scarlett 18i8Focusrite Scarlett 18i8
Focusrite Scarlett 6i6Focusrite Scarlett 6i6
Noise level (SNR)105.0 dB105.0 dB
D/A audio24 bit / 96 kHz24 bit / 96 kHz

Power

Focusrite Scarlett 18i8Focusrite Scarlett 18i8
Focusrite Scarlett 6i6Focusrite Scarlett 6i6
Power sourcePowerlinePowerline

Pros & Cons

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