Focusrite Clarett 8 Pre USB 18×20 Audio Interface

The Focusrite Clarett 8Pre USB is an audio interface designed for project studios that require a high level of I/O (input/output) capability. It offers a range of features and specifications to help you achieve professional audio recording and monitoring. Here’s an overview of its key features and specifications:

Key Features:

Eight Clarett Mic Preamps with “

Air” Effect: The Clarett 8Pre includes eight specially designed mic preamps that provide low noise and distortion. It also features the “Air” effect, which emulates the sound of Focusrite’s renowned ISA transformer-based preamps, adding warmth and character to your recordings.

Real-Time DAW Plugin Usage:

The interface offers ultra-low round-trip latency, allowing you to use DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) plugins in real-time while monitoring your recordings. This feature enhances your recording and mixing workflow.

Precision Digital Conversion:

With up to 119dB real-world dynamic range, the Clarett 8Pre ensures high-quality audio conversion, delivering clean and accurate sound when recording and playing back audio.

Full I/O Complement:

The interface provides 18 audio inputs and 20 outputs in a compact 1U rack space. This includes eight analog inputs, 10 analog outputs, stereo SPDIF I/O, and eight channels of ADAT I/O. The additional ADAT output can be used for line output expansion.

Front-Panel Accessibility:

Two mic/line/instrument inputs are conveniently located on the front panel for easy access, even when rack-mounted. Other connections are available on the rear panel.

Metering and Monitoring:

The monitor panel features ten 6-segment LED meters that cover both analog and digital inputs and monitor levels. It includes a monitor level control knob, as well as mute and dim buttons for convenient monitoring control.

Dual High-Power Headphone Outputs:

The interface includes two headphone outputs with ample power to drive high-impedance headphones, making it suitable for tracking and mixing.

Software Mixer (Focusrite Control):

The included Focusrite Control software allows you to configure routing and monitor mixes from your Mac, PC, iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch. It offers an intuitive interface for managing your audio setup.

Classic Processor Plugins:

The Clarett 8Pre includes the Red 2 and Red 3 AAX, AU, and VST plugin suite, which accurately models Focusrite’s classic Red range equalizer and compressor hardware.

Word Clock Output:

It provides Word Clock output, enabling the Clarett 8Pre to serve as the master clock for your audio system.

What’s Included in the Box:

• Clarett 8Pre
• Getting Started Guide (including serial number and bundle code for registering and accessing free software)
• Power Cable

System Requirements:

Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks, Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite (Windows support coming soon)

Included Software:

• Red 2 & Red 3 AAX, AU & VST Plugin Suite
• 1 GB of Loopmasters sounds and samples
• Focusrite Control (DSP Mixer)

Supported Sample Rates:

44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz

Specifications (Input/Output):

• Microphone Inputs: Frequency Response: 20 Hz 35 kHz ± 0.5dB, Dynamic Range: 118dB A-weighted, THD+N: 0.001%, Noise EIN: <-129dB A-weighted, Maximum Input Level: +18dBu at minimum gain, Gain Range: 57dB
• Line Inputs: Frequency Response: 20 Hz 35 kHz ± 0.5dB, Dynamic Range: 118dB A-weighted, THD+N: 0.001%, Maximum Input Level: +26dBu at minimum gain, Gain Range: 57dB
• Instrument Inputs: Frequency Response: 20 Hz 35 kHz ± 0.5dB, Dynamic Range: 117dB A-weighted, THD+N: 0.001%, Maximum Input Level: +14dBu at minimum gain, Gain Range: 57dB
• Line & Monitor Outputs: Dynamic Range: 118dB A-weighted, Maximum Output Level: +18dBu (balanced line/TRS outputs), THD+N: 0.0007%
• Headphone Outputs: Dynamic Range: 115dB A-weighted, THD+N: 0.0009%, Maximum Output Level: 15dBu

The Clarett 8Pre is a versatile audio interface suitable for professional audio recording and monitoring applications, offering high-quality preamps, low latency, and a range of connectivity options.

Available at the Pro Audio with 3 years warranty!!!

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