Scarlett OctoPre Dynamic - Eight-Channel Mic Preamp with AD/DA Conversion & Analog Compression

Description

The Scarlett OctoPre Dynamic is a versatile 8-channel mic preamp and AD/DA converter, ideal for expanding your recording setup.

It features Focusrite’s acclaimed 2nd-generation preamps and analog compression on every input channel, with high-quality A-D/D-A conversion up to 192 kHz.

Perfect for studio and stage, it adds eight mic/line inputs and eight line outputs via ADAT optical I/O — making it an excellent companion for interfaces like the Scarlett 18i20.

Features

• 8 Scarlett Mic Preamps – Natural-sounding, high-headroom preamps with 48V phantom power

• Analog Compression per Channel – Soft-knee compression with “More” mode for added effect

• AD/DA Conversion – Up to 192 kHz sample rate with precision digital clocking (Word Clock I/O)

• 8 Line Outputs – Route directly from mic preamps or via ADAT for flexible analog out expansion

• Dual Instrument Inputs – Front-panel high-headroom inputs for guitars, bass, and more

• LED Meters – 5-segment metering for accurate input level monitoring

• ADAT Optical I/O – Simple expansion for interfaces supporting ADAT

• Robust Build & 3-Year Warranty – Reliable performance backed by Focusrite’s warranty

• Included Software – Pro Tools Intro+, Ableton Live Lite & Hitmaker Expansion bundle

Specifications

Supported Sample Rates

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

Microphone Inputs

• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.5/-1.5 dB)

• Dynamic Range: 109 dB (A-weighted)

• THD+N: <0.001%

• EIN: -127 dBu

• Max Input Level: +8 dBu (no pad), +16 dBu (with pad)

• Gain Range: 50 dB

• Input Impedance: 3 kΩ

Line Inputs

• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.5/-1.5 dB)

• Dynamic Range: 109 dB (A-weighted)

• THD+N: <0.002%

• Max Input Level: +22 dBu

• Gain Range: 50 dB

• Input Impedance: 49 kΩ

Instrument Inputs

• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.5/-1.5 dB)

• Dynamic Range: 108 dB (A-weighted)

• THD+N: <0.01%

• Max Input Level: +13 dBu

• Gain Range: 50 dB

• Input Impedance: 1 MΩ

Line Outputs

• Max Output Level: +16 dBu (0 dBFS), >21 dBu (if ADAT not used)

• THD+N: <0.001%

• Output Impedance:

  • 136 Ω (balanced, SN ≤ W960065003383)

  • 576 Ω (balanced, SN > W960065003383)

Dimensions

60 x 150 x 100 mm

Weight

Pack total: approx. 1 kg

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