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Focusrite

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The Focusrite Clarett+ OctoPre 8-Channel mic pre is a must-have for any recording studio. This innovative preamp hub features eight premium Clarett+ mic preamps with Focusrite's renowned analog Air circuitry for pristine sound quality. The two front-panel JFET instrument inputs capture the true tone of electric guitars and basses. With high-performance AD/DA converters, the Clarett+ OctoPre delivers ultra-low latency, wide dynamic range and ultra-low noise.

All-Analog Air Provides Vintage Focusrite Sound

The Clarett+ OctoPre's eight mic preamps include Focusrite's proprietary Air feature, which emulates the transformer-based preamps of the legendary Focusrite studio console. Activating Air boosts high frequencies for extra clarity and detail. Capture the warmth and richness of vocals, drums and acoustic instruments with the authentic Focusrite sound.

Plug In and Rock Out With Flexible Inserts

Each channel features a dedicated insert for tracking audio through your favorite outboard gear. Easily add analog compressors, EQs and effects to your signal chain. The Clarett+ OctoPre's flexible design makes it simple to customize your studio setup.

Pristine Converters Provide Accurate Multitracking

With a dynamic range of 124dB and ultra-low noise and distortion, the Clarett+ OctoPre's high-performance AD/DA converters deliver clear, balanced audio. Track multiple instruments simultaneously while preserving clarity and detail. Exceptional DA conversion lets you add analog processing without compromising sound quality.

Expand Your I/O and Connectivity

Add the Clarett+ OctoPre to a Clarett+ 2Pre, 4Pre or 8Pre interface to increase your input and output channels via ADAT. Connect the Clarett+ OctoPre to any ADAT-enabled interface to bring the Focusrite studio sound to your setup. Two word clock I/O BNC connectors provide easy synchronization in your studio.

Premium Software Bundle Included

The Clarett+ OctoPre comes with Hitmaker Expansion, a suite of mixing plug-ins and virtual instruments for studio-quality recordings. You also get an Avid Pro Tools Intro+ perpetual license and discounts on upgrades. The bundle includes software from Antares, Softube, Native Instruments, Landr and more.

Focusrite Clarett+ OctoPre 8-Channel Mic Pre
Focusrite Clarett+ OctoPre 8-Channel Mic Pre
Focusrite Clarett+ OctoPre 8-Channel Mic Pre

collapse expand iconFeatures

  • Eight mic preamps with all-analog Air premium, relay-controlled circuitry
  • Inserts available on every channel for flexible workflow
  • Improved AD/DA converters for pristine quality
  • What’s in the box
    • Clarett+ OctoPre
    • IEC power cable
    • Avid Pro Tools Intro+ perpetual license
    Hitmaker Expansion (included)
    • Brainwork Bx_console Focusrite SC
    • Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite
    • Antares Auto-Tune Access
    • Relab LX480 Essentials
    • Softube Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555
    • XLN Audio Addictive Keys
    • XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock

    collapse expand iconSpecs

    Mic Inputs
    • Frequency response: 20–20kHz: ± < 0.03dB
    • Frequency response: 20–35kHz: ± < 0.15dB
    • Dynamic range (min gain): 118dB
    • THD+N (–1dBFS, +20dB gain): –110dB
    • Noise EIN: –129dBu
    • Max input level: 18dBu
    • Gain range: +57dB
    Line Inputs (Variable)
    • Frequency response 20–20kHz: ± < 0.05dB
    • Frequency response 20–35kHz: ± < 0.15dB
    • Dynamic range (min gain): 118dB
    • THD+N (–1dBFS, min gain): –100dB
    • Max input level: 26dBu
    • Gain range: +57dB
    Instrument Inputs
    • Frequency response 20–20kHz: ± < 0.04dB
    • Frequency response 20–35kHz: ± < 0.15dB
    • Dynamic range: 116dB
    • THD+N (–1dBFS, min gain): –96.5dB
    • Max input level: 15dBu
    • Gain range: +57dB
    Line and Monitor Outputs
    • Frequency response 20–20kHz: ± < 0.02dB
    • Frequency response 20–35kHz: ± < 0.02dB
    • Dynamic range: 124dB
    • Max output level: 18dBu
    • THD+N: –106dB
    Dimensions and Weight
    • Dimensions (HxWxD): 1.75" x 18.98" x 11.26"
    • Weight: 9.15 lb. (without accessories)

    collapse expand iconWarranty

    All Focusrite products are built to the highest standards and should provide reliable performance for many years, subject to reasonable care, use, transportation and storage.

    In the event of a Manufacturing Defect becoming evident within 12 months from date of purchase Focusrite undertakes that the product will be repaired or replaced free of charge if the product is returned to the authorised dealer from whom it was purchased. In these circumstances, or if you need an out-of-warranty repair to your Focusrite product, please contact your local Focusrite distributor in your country of residence or business : Find your local distributor here and you will be advised of the correct return procedure.

    Alternatively contact the Focusrite Reseller from which you purchased the product. If you purchase a Focusrite product outside your country of residence or business you will not be entitled to ask your local Focusrite Distributor to honour this Limited Warranty, although you may request a chargeable repair.

    Alternatively, the unit may be returned at your cost to the dealer you purchased the unit from so that they can organise a Warranty repair with their Focusrite Distributor.

    This Warranty does not include cost of shipping to and from the authorised dealer from whom it was purchased. In every case it will be necessary to provide the original invoice or store receipt to accompany the defective product to the supplying dealer. This Limited Warranty is offered solely to the first purchaser of the product from an Authorised Focusrite Reseller (defined as a reseller which has purchased the Product directly from Focusrite Audio Engineering Ltd. in the UK or its Authorised Distributors outside the U.K,) and is not transferable.

    This Warranty is in addition to your Statutory Rights in the country of purchase.

    Please note: A Manufacturing Defect is defined as a defect in the performance of the product which may be expected from a reasonable interpretation of the published description and performance specifications as published by Focusrite Audio Engineering Ltd. This does not include damage caused by post-purchase transportation, storage or careless handling, nor damage caused by misuse.

    A significant proportion of products returned under Warranty (which are very few in number compared to numbers sold) are found not to exhibit any fault at all. Please check that the mains voltage is correctly set for your local supply and that your connecting cables are in good order and correctly connected.

    If in doubt about the product functions please read the user guide and if necessary contact your dealer for advice before returning the product to the supplying dealer. You can also contact the Focusrite Tech Support team at the Focusrite Answerbase for general advice.

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    • I would buy this product again

      5

      Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

      submitted2 years ago

      byPaul

      fromErie Pennsylvania

      Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

      Home recording studio Setup was easy and my workflow was improved. The features are just what I was looking for at this point. The company has great support.

    • Good for the price

      4

      submitted2 years ago

      byArthur

      fromChicago

      Nice unit that sounds great at the price point, but why put two inputs on the front? I have to run two extension XLRs from my snake to reach around the rack to the front, looks ugly and obviously requires extra cables. This is an 8-channel unit, if you want to make it easy for plug and play guys they can buy a two input box.

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