Checked September 2026
Focusrite
Focusrite Scarlett 18i16 (4th Gen) review
Audio interfaces
An 18-in, 16-out USB-C interface with four remote-controllable mic preamps. Best for producers and small bands tracking several sources. Price: $569.99.
Key features
- 4 mic/line preamps with 69dB gain range
- 2 instrument inputs
- ADAT, S/PDIF and MIDI
- 2 headphone outputs
- 122dB D-A dynamic range
- 24-bit/192 kHz
Pros
- Four preamps with Air modes
- Digital I/O for expansion
- Three-year warranty
Cons
- Only four mic preamps
Focusrite Scarlett 18i16 (4th Gen) alternatives
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Compared
- Focusrite Scarlett 18i16 (4th Gen) vs Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen)
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- Focusrite Scarlett 18i16 (4th Gen) vs Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 (4th Gen)
- Focusrite Scarlett 18i16 (4th Gen) vs Focusrite Scarlett 16i16 (4th Gen)
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Sources: us.focusrite.com