Focusrite Clarett+ 8Pre
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Focusrite
Clarett+ 8Pre
Product Info
Article Number:
524288
Brand:
Focusrite
Model:
Clarett+ 8Pre
Category:
USB Audio Interfaces
Price:
$856.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Clarett+ 8Pre is a serious contender for project studios and smaller professional environments. Those Clarett preamps are genuinely excellent, and the Air mode gives you a touch of vintage Focusrite magic without the expense. It's a workhorse interface that’ll serve a wide range of recording needs really well.
Product Description
- Focusrite Clarett+ 8Pre
- USB 2.0 Audio Interface
- 24-bit / 192 kHz
- 18 inputs and 20 outputs
- Eight Clarett microphone preamps with Air Mode model the classic ISA110 Mic-Preamp sound
- +48 V phantom power switchable
- Dim and Mute function
- Eight mic-/line-inputs: XLR/6.3 mm jack combo (two can be used as instrument inputs)
- Ten line outputs: 6.3 mm jack (two of which are monitor outputs)
- MIDI in / out
- ADAT input and output
- S/PDIF input and output coaxial
- Two stereo headphone outputs: 6.3 mm jack
- Word clock output
- Built-in power supply
- 19" housing
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 482.5 x 43.9 x 291 mm
- Weight: 4.08 kg
- Including two USB cables (standard USB and USB Type-C) and Hitmaker Expansion Software Bundle (Ableton Live Lite
- Pro Tools Intro+ and Avid Complete Plugin Bundle)
- *Hitmaker Expansion Plugins: *
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PROS
- • Excellent Clarett preamps deliver clean, punchy, and detailed recordings.
- • ISA1170 'Air' mode adds a pleasing warmth and character to vocals.
- • Comprehensive connectivity including ADAT and S/PDIF expands routing options.
- • Robust 1U rack design ensures stability in a studio environment.
CONS
- • USB 2.0 limits bandwidth; USB-C would be a welcome upgrade.
- • Limited expandability compared to some higher-end interfaces.
- • The physical size and weight make it less ideal for mobile setups.
Product Video
Key Features
Inputs
18
Outputs
20
Max Sample Rate
192 kHz
Bit Depth
24-bit
Preamps
Eight Clarett mic preamps with Air Mode
Weight
4.08 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Air adds a subtle high-frequency boost and harmonic distortion, emulating the classic ISA1170 preamp, adding warmth and perceived loudness.
While it works reliably, the USB 2.0 connection can be a limiting factor with many simultaneous channels and high sample rates, especially for larger projects.
Latency performance is very good, especially with Focusrite’s driver optimization, typically offering low-latency monitoring for real-time tracking scenarios.
