Focusrite SCARLETT 8i6 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
The Focusrite SCARLETT 8i6 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface is an 8-in/6-out desktop interface with two microphone preamps, six line inputs, four line outputs, S/PDIF, MIDI and two headphone outputs for line-heavy studios.
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Why Choose Focusrite SCARLETT 8i6 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface?
Line inputs are often the bottleneck in a hardware studio, and the 8i6 solves it without a rack unit. Its 3rd Gen preamps and Air mode keep the vocal chain clean, and the two headphone outputs let two people monitor while tracking.
Key Features
Two 3rd Gen preamps: two microphone preamps with 56 dB of gain and single Air mode.
8 inputs, 6 outputs: two preamps plus six line inputs, four line outputs.
S/PDIF digital I/O: stereo S/PDIF input and output for digital hardware.
MIDI I/O: 5-pin MIDI in and out for keyboards and controllers.
Two headphone outputs: two headphone mixes for tracking sessions.
Loopback: loopback for streaming, sampling and podcast routing.
Best Suited For
Hardware synth studios, small bands with line sources and home studios that need eight inputs in a desktop box. That is the buyer the Focusrite SCARLETT 8i6 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface is built for.
Setup and Connection Guide
Connect over USB-C with the supplied mains power supply, install Focusrite Control, plug microphones into the preamps and line sources into the rear inputs, connect monitors and two headphones, and add S/PDIF hardware as needed. Once connected, the Focusrite SCARLETT 8i6 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface is ready for its first session.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Focusrite SCARLETT 8i6 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface bus-powered?
No. It uses the supplied mains power supply.
Is there a 4th Gen 8i6?
No. The 8i6 exists in 3rd Gen only; the closest 4th Gen models are the 4i4 and 16i16.
How many line inputs does it have?
Six line inputs plus two preamp inputs, giving eight inputs in total.
Buy with peace of mind. The Focusrite SCARLETT 8I6 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface comes with the official manufacturer’s warranty for India, valid from the date on your GST invoice. Pro Audio Video is a specialist audio video store, and every product we sell is brand new, sealed and sourced through authorised channels, so your warranty is honoured at brand service centres across India.
Official Indian warranty, as specified by the manufacturer
GST invoice with every order, needed for warranty claims
We help you raise and follow up warranty claims with the brand
Delivery and Shipping
Same-day dispatch on most in-stock orders
Delivery anywhere in India; delivery time depends on your location
Shipped securely in the original manufacturer box
Cash on delivery available on orders up to ₹45,000
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Returns and Refunds
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