Focusrite Scarlett 18i8

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Questions and Answers

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Jennifer BrennanJul 26, 2025
What to do if I cannot hear input from my mic/instrument on Focusrite Recording Equipment?
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  Jeffrey SolisJul 26, 2025
  If you cannot hear input from your mic or instrument, check the following: * Ensure the monitor volume or gain isn't turned down. * If your mic needs phantom power, make sure it's activated. If you're using a Cloudlifter or Fethead, remember they also require phantom power. * Verify the audio interface is plugged into a power source, turned on, and properly connected to your computer via USB-C. * Check if Focusrite Control is open on your computer. * Ensure the monitor output (speakers or headphones) isn't muted in Focusrite Control. * Confirm you've selected the correct output channels in Focusrite Control. * Make sure your track is armed and not muted. * If using a Mac, ensure you've granted Reaper permission to access the microphone in System Preferences.
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Paul McclureAug 1, 2025
Why can't I receive input from my mic/instrument on Focusrite Recording Equipment?
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  craig22Aug 1, 2025
  If you are unable to receive input from your mic or instrument, consider these potential causes and solutions: * Check if the monitor volume or gain is turned down. * Verify if the microphone requires phantom power and ensure it is activated. Also, confirm if devices like Cloudlifter or Fethead, which also need phantom power, are in use. * Confirm that the audio interface is connected to a power source and properly connected to the computer via USB-C. * Ensure that Focusrite Control is running on your computer and that the monitor output (speakers or headphones) is not muted within the software. * Also, make sure that you have selected the corresponding output channels in Focusrite Control. * Ensure your track is armed and not muted.
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jandrewsAug 8, 2025
How to fix Focusrite Recording Equipment when I cannot hear input from mic/instrument?
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  Mary DaviesAug 8, 2025
  If you cannot hear or receive input from your mic/instrument, here are several things to check: 1. Make sure the monitor volume or gain isn't turned down. 2. If your mic requires phantom power, ensure it is activated. If you are using a Cloudlifter or Fethead, confirm they have phantom power too. 3. Check that the audio interface is plugged into a power source, turned on, and connected to the computer via USB-C. 4. Confirm Focusrite Control is open on your computer. 5. Verify the monitor output (speakers or headphones) is not muted in Focusrite Control. 6. Ensure you have selected the appropriate output channels in Focusrite Control. 7. Confirm the track is armed and not muted.
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Sarah NelsonAug 13, 2025
How to troubleshoot no mic/instrument input on Focusrite Recording Equipment?
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  Michael HernandezAug 13, 2025
  To troubleshoot a lack of mic/instrument input on your Focusrite Recording Equipment, consider these points: * Check whether the monitor volume or gain has been turned down. * If your mic needs phantom power, ensure it is activated. If you're using a Cloudlifter or Fethead, make sure they also have phantom power. * Confirm that the audio interface is properly connected to a power source, turned on, and connected to the computer via USB-C. * Verify that Focusrite Control is open on your computer and that the monitor output (speakers or headphones) is not muted. * Also, ensure that you have selected the corresponding output channels in Focusrite Control. * Ensure your track is armed and not muted.
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Derek SmithAug 19, 2025
What to do if Focusrite Recording Equipment doesn't receive input from mic/instrument?
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  Kevin McguireAug 19, 2025
  If your Focusrite Recording Equipment isn't receiving input from the mic/instrument, try the following steps: * Check if the monitor volume or gain is turned down. * Confirm if the mic requires phantom power and ensure it's activated. If using a Cloudlifter or Fethead, check they also have phantom power. * Verify the audio interface is plugged into a power source, turned on, and connected to the computer via USB-C. * Ensure Focusrite Control is open on your computer. * Check the monitor output (speakers or headphones) isn't muted in Focusrite Control. * Make sure you've selected the correct output channels in Focusrite Control. * Verify the track is armed and not muted.

Summary

The Interface

Front Panel Controls

Details the physical controls on the front of the audio interface, including input gain, mode indicators, and monitor volume.

Rear Panel Connections

Describes the various connection ports on the rear of the audio interface, such as USB-C, MIDI, and line inputs/outputs.

Focusrite Control

Input Settings for Channels 1-4

Guides on configuring input settings for channels 1-4, including cable types and instrument selection.

Output Routing

Understanding Output Routing

Explains hardware monitoring (direct from interface) versus software monitoring (from DAW) for audio playback.

Loopback Recording

Loopback Setup in Audacity

Guide to configuring loopback in Audacity using virtual inputs and managing feedback for recording computer audio.

Loopback Setup in Reaper

Loopback Setup in Ableton Live

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Audio Interface and Software Checks

Covers common problems with the audio interface and Focusrite Control, including connection, gain, and mute issues.

DAW-Specific Troubleshooting

Provides troubleshooting steps for common problems encountered in Audacity, Reaper, and Adobe Audition software.

MIDI Setup in Ableton Live

Creating and Using MIDI Tracks

Using In-line Preamps

Using the Talkback Device

Headphone Splitting and Talkback Functionality

Connecting and Setting Up the HeadAmp4 Pro

HeadAmp4 Pro Control Panel

Details on the controls for volume, talkback, listen, and XLR input on the HeadAmp4Pro.

Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 Specifications

General

Category	Audio Interface
Mic Preamps	4
Line Inputs	4
Instrument Inputs	2
Line Outputs	8
Headphone Outputs	2
USB	USB 2.0
Phantom Power	Yes
MIDI I/O	Yes
Bit Depth	24-bit
Simultaneous I/O	18 in / 8 out
Analog Inputs	8
Analog Outputs	8
Digital Inputs	ADAT
Digital Outputs	ADAT
Sample Rate	192 kHz
Software Included	Ableton Live Lite, Softube Time and Tone Bundle, Focusrite Red Plug-in Suite