--- product_id: 59120773 title: "Focusrite Clarett 8Pre USB 18-In/20-Out Audio Interface, Red (AMS-CLARETT-8PRE-USB)" brand: "focusrite" price: "Β£1084.14" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 4 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/59120773-focusrite-clarett-8pre-usb-18-in-20-out-audio-interface store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 119dB dynamic range & ultra-low distortion 18-in/20-out USB-C connectivity 8 Air-enabled ultra-low noise mic pres Focusrite Clarett 8Pre USB 18-In/20-Out Audio Interface, Red (AMS-CLARETT-8PRE-USB) **Brand:** focusrite **Price:** Β£1084.14 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸŽ›οΈ Elevate your sound game with Focusrite Clarett 8Pre β€” where pro studio meets USB convenience. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Focusrite Clarett 8Pre USB 18-In/20-Out Audio Interface, Red (AMS-CLARETT-8PRE-USB) by focusrite - **How much does it cost?** Β£1084.14 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/59120773-focusrite-clarett-8pre-usb-18-in-20-out-audio-interface) ## Best For - focusrite enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted focusrite brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Plug & Play Power:** Instant setup with included USB and USB-C cables plus Focusrite Control software for effortless routing and monitoring. - β€’ **Pro-Grade Clarity:** Eight Air-enabled mic pres deliver pristine, ultra-low noise recordings that capture every nuance. - β€’ **Seamless Connectivity:** 18 inputs and 20 outputs including USB-C, MIDI, ADAT, and S/PDIF for ultimate studio flexibility. - β€’ **Dynamic Range Dominance:** Experience a massive 119dB dynamic range ensuring crystal-clear sound with zero unwanted distortion. - β€’ **Studio-Ready Software Suite:** Unlock premium plugins and Ableton Live Lite to elevate your productions right out of the box. ## Overview The Focusrite Clarett 8Pre USB is a high-performance 18-in/20-out audio interface featuring eight Air-enabled ultra-low noise mic preamps, 24-bit/192kHz conversion, and a massive 119dB dynamic range. Designed for Mac and PC, it offers versatile connectivity including USB-C, MIDI, ADAT, and S/PDIF, plus a comprehensive software bundle for professional-grade recording and mixing. Ideal for serious home studios and project professionals seeking pristine sound and flexible routing. ## Description Clarett USB lays down the challenge to interfaces twice the price. The Clarett USB range features specially designed high performance, low-noise (-128dB EIN) mic pres with a low distortion, ultra-linear design that guarantees a clean, open and transparent sound, giving accurate representation of the original performance. Boasting 118dB dynamic range, Clarett can now be experienced with any Mac or PC supporting USB 2.0 and above. Decades of analog circuit design experience applied around 24-bit/192kHz A-D and D-A conversion, delivers a superior signal path - beating interfaces costing hundreds more. Clarett 8Pre USB is an 18-in, 20-out audio interface. Six-segment LED metering easily shows the signal level of the eight mic/line inputs, two of which are also high-impedance instrument inputs that can record super-hot pickups with no unwanted distortion. MIDI I/O and S/PDIF I/O are also included. ADAT I/O allows you to expand your setup with up to eight extra inputs and outputs when combined with multi-channel mic preamps like Clarett OctoPre. Analog outs include two monitor outputs with anti-thump technology, eight-line outputs, two headphone outputs with volume controls, and a word clock output for sending clock signal to external devices. The eight Air-enabled mic preamps can reproduce the input impedance, clarity and frequency response curve of Focusrite's original ISA mic preamp. Clarett 8Pre USB connects to Mac or PC using the included standard USB and USB Type-C cables. Record with super-low latency through amp simulators and effects plug-ins. Configure your routing and monitor mixes from Mac, PC, iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch with user-friendly control software Focusrite Control. Additional included software is from XLN Audio, Focusrite, Softube, Ableton and Loopmasters. Interested in what headphones are compatible with Clarett? Search 'Headphones' on the Focusrite help centre for more information. Review: great interface!! Review: Great sound quality. - I have had this for a few months now. I replaced an old first generation Scarlett 18i8. I think the sound quality is a little better, but not a major change (running through Adam A7X monitors). I find that the Focusrite control software that came with it is easier to use than the software that accompanied the Scarlett. It is easy to create different mixes for headphones vs monitors. Connectivity is good. There are two xlr inputs on the front and the rest are on the back. Phantom power can be administered to inputs 1-4 and/or 5-8, but you cannot independently provide phantom power to one single input alone. Only groups of 4. I like the level meter. It's easier to ascertain my input level on this vs the old Scarlett. the "Air" pre-amp setting has too much treble for my taste, so I don't find myself using it. I'm not honestly sure why people make such a big deal about it (this is using AKG c214 and c414). I do notice that there is some crackling when I am adjusting input gain knobs and the monitor volume knob. When I am not touching the knobs there are no noises. Lastly, the unit gives off a lot of heat compared to my previous interface. All in all, I am happy with the purchase. The connectivity is great, the sound is great, and it is super easy to set up and use within minutes. ## Features - Eight Air-enabled ultra-low noise Clarett mic pres / inst. inputs; ultra-low distortion and up to 119dB dynamic range; Ten 1/4-inch balanced jack outputs including a dedicated stereo pair, discrete headphone output with dedicated gain control; MIDI I/O, ADAT I/O, S/PDIF I/O, Word Clock output - Precision 24-bit/192Khz A-D and D-A conversion for the ideal signal path; high-headroom instrument inputs for recording super-hot pickups with no unwanted distortion - Included standard USB and USB Type-C cables connect to PC or Mac - Includes Ableton Live Lite, Brainworx bx_console Focusrite, Softube Time and Tone Bundle, Focusrite’s Red Plug-in Suite, Focusrite Control, Choice of one free XLN Addictive Keys virtual instrument, all available via download upon purchase and registration ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0794PLQ3N | | Brand | Focusrite | | Brand Name | Focusrite | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 39 Reviews | | Frequency Response | 192000 Hz | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00815301008538 | | Item Type Name | Microphone Preamp | | Item Weight | 4.61 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Focusrite/Novation | | Maximum Sample Rate | 192 KHz | | Number of Channels | 1 | | UPC | 815301008538 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | 2 year limited warranty. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Focusrite - **Number of Channels:** 1 - **Frequency Response:** 192000 Hz - **Item Weight:** 4.61 Kilograms - **Maximum Sample Rate:** 192 KHz ## Images ![Focusrite Clarett 8Pre USB 18-In/20-Out Audio Interface, Red (AMS-CLARETT-8PRE-USB) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/615pDipfhaL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ great interface!! *by J***O on August 19, 2021* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great sound quality. *by E***. on August 8, 2020* I have had this for a few months now. I replaced an old first generation Scarlett 18i8. I think the sound quality is a little better, but not a major change (running through Adam A7X monitors). I find that the Focusrite control software that came with it is easier to use than the software that accompanied the Scarlett. It is easy to create different mixes for headphones vs monitors. Connectivity is good. There are two xlr inputs on the front and the rest are on the back. Phantom power can be administered to inputs 1-4 and/or 5-8, but you cannot independently provide phantom power to one single input alone. Only groups of 4. I like the level meter. It's easier to ascertain my input level on this vs the old Scarlett. the "Air" pre-amp setting has too much treble for my taste, so I don't find myself using it. I'm not honestly sure why people make such a big deal about it (this is using AKG c214 and c414). I do notice that there is some crackling when I am adjusting input gain knobs and the monitor volume knob. When I am not touching the knobs there are no noises. Lastly, the unit gives off a lot of heat compared to my previous interface. All in all, I am happy with the purchase. The connectivity is great, the sound is great, and it is super easy to set up and use within minutes. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Some problems, but overall a good unit. *by P***R on April 3, 2020* There are several thing I like about this unit and so far I've had very few problems using it with the Mac Mini running Catalina, primarily. I like that fact that it fits nicely in a 1U rack mount, does not need a #$@@ing wall wart, and provides me lots of operational versatility with a relatively future-proof digital interface. The preamps are good quality. I don't notice any noise, but I haven't really stress tested them. 1 - the new Focusrite software is IMO, inferior to their older software that came with my first gen 6i6, which was more intuitive. Why they discontinued that I don't know (it was 32 bit, so can't use it). You can get it to work, but this smells of new for new's sake 2 - The USB connection sometimes drops out when the interface is idle. I have to power cycle the unit to bring it back. I'm not sure who's fault that is, but it's an annoyance. 3 - the preamps are good, but not quite enough for a Shure SM7B, which needs some serious gain. I gave up and bought a Cloudlifter so I just don't have to deal with it. Even with the CL, the knobs are well past half. It you're recording music with this mic, it might not be an issue, since singing is generally louder than spoken word. For other mics, the preamps are sufficient. ## Frequently Bought Together - Focusrite Clarett 8Pre USB 18-In/20-Out Audio Interface, Red (AMS-CLARETT-8PRE-USB) - Cable Matters 2-Pack Premium Short XLR to XLR Cables - 3ft, Male to Female Microphone Cable, Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) Mic Cord, Black - Shure SM7B Microphone - Vocal Dynamic Studio Mic for Broadcast, Podcast, Recording, Gaming & Streaming, XLR, Rugged Construction, Detachable Windscreen, Smooth Sound, Warm Vocals, Wide-Range Frequency --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/59120773-focusrite-clarett-8pre-usb-18-in-20-out-audio-interface](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/59120773-focusrite-clarett-8pre-usb-18-in-20-out-audio-interface) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-13*