Focusrite Clarett+ 4Pre Desktop 18x8 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface

Focusrite Clarett+ 4Pre Desktop 18x8 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface

The Focusrite Clarett+ 4Pre desktop 18x8 USB Type-C audio/MIDI interface combines upgraded 24-bit / 192 kHz AD/DA conversion with low-latency monitoring and four Air-enabled microphones 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 four mic/line preamps (two with Hi-Z capability), the interface offers four rear-panel line inputs, an optical ADAT port for digital input expansion, S/PDIF stereo digital I/O, and MIDI I/O for integration of MIDI equipment such as a keyboard or drum machine. Four line-level outputs and two stereo headphone outputs let you properly hook up monitors, headphones, and more. The Clarett+ 4Pre 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.

Focusrite Plus Specs

Form Factor Tabletop

Display None

Channels of I/O Analog: 8 Inputs / 6 Outputs Digital: 10 Inputs / 2 Outputs

Maximum Sampling Rate 192 kHz / 24-Bit

Number of Microphone Preamps 4 Preamps

Input Level Adjustment 4 x Knob

Expansion Slots None

Signal Processing

Pad None

Gain/Trim Range Mic/Line/Hi-Z Inputs: +57 dB

High-Pass Filter None

Solo/Mute None

Connectivity

Analog Audio I/O 2 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input (Front Panel) 2 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line Input (Front Panel) 4 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input 4 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Output 2 x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output (Front Panel)

Phantom Power 48 V, Selectable On/Off (on 4 Channels)

Digital Audio I/O 1 x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Input (S/MUX Support) 1 x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Input 1 x RCA Coaxial S/PDIF Output

Host Connection / USB 1 x USB Type-C (USB 2.0)

USB (Non-Host) None

Sync I/O None

Network I/O None

MIDI I/O 1 x DIN 5-Pin Input 1 x DIN 5-Pin Output

Wireless Connectivity None

Performance

Frequency Response

Mic Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.03 dB 20 Hz to 35 kHz ±0.15 dB

Line Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.05 dB 20 Hz to 35 kHz ±0.15 dB

Hi-Z Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.04 dB 20 Hz to 35 kHz ±0.15 dB

Line, Monitor Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.02 dB 20 Hz to 35 kHz ±0.02 dB

Headphone Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.06 dB 20 Hz to 35 kHz ±0.07 dB

Maximum Input Level Mic Inputs: +18 dBu Line Inputs: +26 dBu Hi-Z Inputs: +15 dBu

Maximum Output Level Line/Monitor Outputs: +18 dBu Headphone 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 dB

Line/Monitor Outputs: 124 dB

Headphone 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 dB

Headphone Outputs: -104 dB

EIN Mic Inputs: < -129 dBu

Digital Audio

Sample Rates 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192 kHz

Sample Rate Conversion None

Bit Depths 24-Bit (AD/DA Conversion)

Sync Sources ADAT, Internal, S/PDIF

Audio Storage & Playback

Memory Card Slot None

Compatibility

OS Compatibility macOS 10.11 or Later macOS 11 Windows 7 or Later *As of November, 2021: check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility

Included Software None

Compatible Software (Not Included) Any Core Audio (Mac) Compliant Software

Included Plug-Ins Preamp & Channel Strip: Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC Dynamics: Focusrite Red 3 Compressor Equalization: Focusrite Red 2 Equalizer

Supported Drivers/API & Plug-Ins Proprietary

Mobile Device Compatibility None

Required Hardware Available USB 2.0 Port, USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen 1 Port, or USB Type-C Port USB Cable (Included)

Internet Connection Required for Registration, Software/Driver Download

Power

Power Requirements AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)

AC/DC Power Adapter 12 VDC at 2 A, Center-Positive (Included)

Physical

Anti-Theft Features Kensington Security Slot

Dimensions 8.74 x 7.56 x 2.5" / 22.2 x 19.2 x 6.3 cm

Weight 3.0 lb / 1.4 kg