Focusrite Clarett+ 8Pre USB-C Audio Interface – 18-In/20-Out with 8 Mic Preamps & ADAT Expansion
The Focusrite Clarett+ 8Pre is a powerful USB-C audio interface built for serious producers, recording engineers, and musicians. With eight professional Clarett+ mic preamps, ultra-clear A-D/D-A conversion, and 18-in/20-out connectivity, this interface captures every detail of your vocals, drums, synths, and guitars with precision.
Two JFET instrument inputs simulate classic amp behavior for plug-and-play convenience, while dual headphone outputs deliver transparent monitoring with zero compromise. Easily expand your studio with ADAT optical input, MIDI, and S/PDIF for seamless integration of outboard gear and additional I/O.
Included Hitmaker Expansion plugins and Focusrite Plug-in Collective give you instant access to essential production tools like Auto-Tune, Softube®, XLN Audio®, Brainworx®, and more. Whether you're tracking full bands or mixing in the box, the Clarett+ 8Pre offers the clarity and headroom needed for pro-level audio production.
At-a-Glance Highlights
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8 Clarett+ mic preamps with All-Analogue Air mode
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18-in / 20-out USB-C interface with ADAT expansion
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2 JFET instrument inputs with high headroom
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Transparent dual headphone outputs for critical monitoring
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Pristine A-D/D-A converters for accurate sound capture
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Includes Hitmaker Expansion + Focusrite Plug-in Collective
Mic Inputs
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Frequency Response:
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20Hz – 20,000Hz ± < 0.03dB
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20Hz – 35,000Hz ± < 0.15dB
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Dynamic Range (Min Gain): 118dB
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THD+N (-1dBFS, +20dB Gain): -110dB
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Noise EIN: -129dBu
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Max Input Level: 18dBu
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Gain Range: +57dB
Line Inputs (Variable)
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Frequency Response:
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20Hz – 20,000Hz ± < 0.05dB
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20Hz – 35,000Hz ± < 0.15dB
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Dynamic Range (Min Gain): 118dB
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THD+N (-1dBFS, Min Gain): -100dB
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Max Input Level: 26dBu
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Gain Range: +57dB
Instrument Inputs
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Frequency Response:
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20Hz – 20,000Hz ± < 0.04dB
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20Hz – 35,000Hz ± < 0.15dB
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Dynamic Range: 116dB
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THD+N (-1dBFS, Min Gain): -96.5dB
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Max Input Level: 15dBu
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Gain Range: +57dB
Line & Monitor Outputs
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Frequency Response:
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20Hz – 20,000Hz ± < 0.02dB
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20Hz – 35,000Hz ± < 0.02dB
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Dynamic Range: 124dB
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Max Output Level: 18dBu
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THD+N: -106dB
Headphone Outputs
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Frequency Response:
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20Hz – 20,000Hz < 0.06dB
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20Hz – 35,000Hz < 0.07dB
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Dynamic Range: 118dB
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THD+N: -104dB
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Max Output Level: 16dBu
