Focusrite Clarett+ OctoPre: Elevate Your Recording Experience Inputs Engineered for Excellence Extended Headroom The front-panel inputs of Clarett+ OctoPre provide an extended amount of headroom, catering to high-output signal sources such as electric guitars. Versatile Input Options The rear panel offers XLR-1/4" combination jacks for the remaining six inputs, ensuring flexibility and compatibility with various sources. Dynamic Analog-to-Digital Conversion Experience a dynamic range of 118 dB with each input leading into a 24-bit analog-to-digital conversion stage, capable of sample rates up to 192 kHz. Individual Insert Points Each input features its own insertion point with hardwired relay bypass, allowing integration with outboard compressors, EQs, or any preferred processors. Outputs Designed for Versatility High-Performance Digital-to-Analog Conversion The Clarett OctoPre offers eight channels of digital-to-analog conversion, delivering an impressive 118 dB of dynamic range for clear and detailed audio output. Flexible Analog Outputs Analog outputs are accessible via a 25-pin D-sub connection, providing flexibility in configuring outputs for mixing sessions or feeding live consoles. Line-Level Signal Option Configurable to accept line-level signal from the mic pres, making it suitable for simultaneous recording and mixing sessions. Classic Focusrite Sound with All-Analog Air Premium Analog Circuitry Embrace the classic Focusrite sound with premium relay-controlled analog circuitry on every preamp, emulating the iconic Focusrite ISA 110. Analog Air Feature Engage the Air feature to switch impedance to 2.2 kilohms and add two cumulative high shelves, resulting in a 4 dB boost in high frequencies. Clarett+ Mic Pre: Truest Version of Your Sound Superior Dynamic Range With 118 dB of dynamic range and 129 dBu EIN, the Clarett+ Mic Pre preserves the natural sound of source signals, delivering a professional Focusrite sound. Fully Balanced Signal Path Ensure clean and ultralow noise inbound signals with a fully balanced signal path, capturing the true essence of your recordings. Inserts on Every Channel: Stay Plugged In Dedicated Channel Inserts Clarett+ OctoPre's eight dedicated channel inserts enable you to track through your favorite outboard gear, adding character and flexibility to your recordings. Flexible Insert Design Easily integrate analog equipment into the signal path with the Clarett+ OctoPre's flexible and user-friendly insert design. Improved A-D Converters: Clear, Accurate Multitracking Ultralow Noise/Distortion Handle any recording session confidently with Clarett+ OctoPre's improved A-D conversion, offering ultralow noise and distortion for clear and accurate multitracking. Professional-Sounding Tracks The powerful preamps combined with A-D conversion result in professional-sounding tracks, ready for seamless mixing. Improved D-A Converters: Preserve Your Signature Style Exceptional D-A Conversion Preserve your signature style with Clarett+ OctoPre's exceptional D-A conversion, ensuring audio quality is maintained when sending audio to analog compressors, EQs, and effects. Seamless Integration with Analog Equipment Connect Clarett+ OctoPre to a Clarett+ 8Pre via ADAT, sending 16 channels to a mixer and ensuring your audio processing maintains its original quality. Premium-Quality Audio over ADAT: Expand Your I/O Easy Expansion Add Clarett+ OctoPre to a 2Pre, 4Pre, or 8Pre effortlessly and consistently via ADAT, expanding your I/O capabilities for enhanced recording flexibility. Upgrade to Professional Standard Non-Clarett+ users can upgrade to a professional standard by connecting to an ADAT-enabled interface, bringing the classic Focusrite sound to their recordings with Clarett+ OctoPre. JFET Guitar Inputs: Preserve the Natural Tone True Guitar Characteristics Capture the true characteristics of guitars with Clarett+ OctoPre's JFET guitar inputs, retaining the purity of high frequencies. Amp-Like Experience Wide input bandwidth provides an amp-like experience, ensuring your guitar recordings sound authentic and true to their natural tone.
