Equally comfortable in the studio or as part of a mobile rig, the Focusrite Clarett+ 8Pre rackmount 18x20 USB Type-C audio/MIDI interface combines upgraded 24-bit / 192 kHz AD/DA conversion with low-latency monitoring and eight Air-enabled microphone preamps that can model the sound of the company's classic ISA preamps. With low noise (-129 dB EIN), massive dynamic range, and even less distortion than before, the high-performance mic preamps deliver a clean, open, and transparent sound, for accurate reproduction of the original performance.
In addition to the eight mic/line preamps (two with Hi-Z capability), the interface offers ADAT and S/PDIF I/O for digital input and output expansion, MIDI I/O for integration of MIDI equipment such as a keyboard or drum machine, and a BNC wordclock output for syncing other digital gear. Stereo monitor outputs, two headphone outs, and eight line outputs let you properly hook up monitors, headphones, and outboard processors. The Clarett+ 8Pre includes a software package featuring Focusrite Red plug-ins and a channel strip that accurately models the rare Focusrite Studio Console. Also provided is the Focusrite Control software that enables you to configure routing and monitor mixes from Mac and Windows computers, or iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch mobile devices.
An ADAT optical output is also present, should you wish to send tracks digitally (skipping a D/A stage) to a headphone distribution system, an external converter, or a digital mixer.
Channels of I/O
Analog:8 Inputs / 10 OutputsDigital:10 Inputs / 10 Outputs
Maximum Sampling Rate
192 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs
8 Preamps
Analog Audio I/O
2x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input (Front Panel)6x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line Input2x 1/4" TRS Balanced Monitor Output8x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Output2x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output (Front Panel)
Digital Audio I/O
1x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Input (S/MUX Support)1x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Output (S/MUX Support)1x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Input1x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Output
Host Connection
1x USB-C
OS Compatibility
macOS 10.11 or LatermacOS 11Windows 7 or Later
Power Requirements
AC Input
Input Level Adjustment
8x Knob
Expansion Slots
No
Pad
Gain/Trim Range
Mic/Line/Hi-Z Inputs:+57 dB
High-Pass Filter
Solo/Mute
Phantom Power
48 V, Selectable On/Off (on 8 Channels)
Host Connection Protocol
USB 2.0
USB (Non-Host)
Sync I/O
1x BNC Word Clock Output
Network I/O
MIDI I/O
1x DIN 5-Pin Input1x DIN 5-Pin Output
Frequency Response
Mic Inputs:20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.03 dB20 Hz to 35 kHz ±0.15 dBLine Inputs:20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.05 dB20 Hz to 35 kHz ±0.15 dBHi-Z Inputs:20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.04 dB20 Hz to 35 kHz ±0.15 dBLine, Monitor Outputs:20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.02 dB20 Hz to 35 kHz ±0.02 dBHeadphone Outputs:20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.06 dB20 Hz to 35 kHz ±0.07 dB
Maximum Input Level
Mic Inputs:+18 dBuLine Inputs:+26 dBuHi-Z Inputs:+15 dBu
Maximum Output Level
Line/Monitor Outputs:+18 dBuHeadphone Outputs:+16 dBu
Impedance
Inputs:2.2 Kilohms
Dynamic Range
Mic Inputs:118 dB (Min Gain)Line Inputs:118 dB (Min Gain)Hi-Z Inputs:116 dBLine/Monitor Outputs:124 dBHeadphone Outputs:> 118 dB
THD+N
Mic Inputs:-110 dB (+20 dB Input, at -1 dBFS)Line Inputs:-100 dB (Min Gain, at -1 dBFS)Hi-Z Inputs:-96.5 dB (Min Gain, at -1 dBFS)Line/Monitor Outputs:-106 dBHeadphone Outputs:-104 dB
EIN
Mic Inputs:< -129 dBu
Sample Rates
44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192 kHz
Sample Rate Conversion
Bit Depths
24-Bit (AD/DA Conversion)
Sync Sources
ADAT, Internal, S/PDIF
Memory Card Slot
Included Software
Mobile Device Compatibility
Required Hardware
Available USB 2.0 Port, USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 Port, or USB-C PortUSB Cable (Included)
Internet Connection
Required for Registration, Software/Driver Download
AC Input Power
Universal:100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Rackmount Size
1 RU
Dimensions
19 x 11.5 x 1.7" / 48.3 x 29.2 x 4.3 cm
Weight
9.0 lb / 4.1 kg
In the Box:
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