Focusrite Clarett+ 8Pre - Overview; Introduction

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OVERVIEW
WARNING: Excessive sound pressure levels from earphones and headphones can cause
hearing loss.
WARNING: This equipment must only be connected to USB Type 2.0+ or Thunderbolt 3.0+ ports.
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Clarett+ 8Pre, a high-performance and immensely capable studio
centrepiece for PC or Mac. Eight next-generation, high-headroom, low-noise, low-distortion Clarett+
mic preamps - featuring the unique All-analogue Air function - help you capture superbly clear
recordings, and independent A-D and D-A converters with improved dynamic range bring you closer
than ever to your music.
This User Guide provides a detailed explanation of the hardware to help you achieve a thorough
understanding of the product’s operational features. We recommend you take the time to read the
Guide, so you are fully aware of all the features the Clarett+ 8Pre has to offer.
IMPORTANT: As well as this User Guide, you will need the Focusrite Control Software
Guide which can be downloaded from focusrite.com/downloads.
This contains full details of Focusrite Control, the software application designed
specically for use with the Focusrite Clarett+ range of interfaces.
If either User Guide does not have the information you need, please go to
support.focusrite.com, where you can nd articles and tutorials beyond the scope of this
user guide. A Getting Started video tutorial is also available, at
focusrite.com/get-started/ClarettPlus-8Pre.