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Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen 18i20 firmware

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Latest firmware

3.0.2778
released 16 Jul 2026
Get Focusrite Control 2 includes the firmware · release notes on downloads.focusrite.com
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Focusrite Control 2
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User manual (PDF)

What's new in 3.0.2778

Firmware update available for selected Scarlett 4th Gen devices A firmware update to version 3.0.2778 is now available for the 16i16, 18i16, and 18i20, bringing the following improvements: - Front panel gain control: Gain can now be adjusted in precise 1 dB increments using the front panel controls - ADAT Expansion Mode: A new ADAT Expansion Mode simplifies setup when using your device to expand another interface. All analogue channels are automatically routed to ADAT for faster configuration. - Mix bus level control: You can now adjust the overall level of your monitoring mix using the Mix bus level fader - Improved macOS latency compensation: Latency compensation is now more accurate within certain DAWs on macOS Bug fixes The following bugs have been fixed: - 48V setting retention (16i16 and 18i16 only): Devices now correctly remember 48V settings after restart when “Remember 48V settings” is enabled - Standalone clocking fix: Devices now correctly maintain the selected sample rate when operating in standalone mode

Last checked 26 Oct 2026

Release notes on support.focusrite.com ↗

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Release history
  1. 3.0.277816 Jul 2026
  2. 2.0.2464.03 Jul 2025
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Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen 18i20 manual & official pages

How to update the Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen 18i20

Firmware distributed via Focusrite Control 2 — no separate file.

What you need

Focusrite Control 2 — the software Focusrite uses to load firmware onto the Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen 18i20. Download links below.

Just for reference. For complete and up-to-date instructions, always refer to the manufacturer's official firmware page.

Drivers & software for the Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen 18i20

The Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen 18i20 is updated with Focusrite Control 2, published by Focusrite.

Download Focusrite Control 2 from Focusriteopens in a new tab — focusrite.com

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Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen 18i20 firmware update history

2 releases since Jul 2025, roughly one every 12 months.

Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.

Version 3.0.2778 — 16 Jul 2026

Release notes for this version are listed above.

Release notesopens in a new tab — support.focusrite.com

Version 2.0.2464.0 — 3 Jul 2025

[4i4, 16i16, 18i16, and 18i20] We’ve added more flexibility to the mixer to allow you to choose between controlling mono and stereo channels Note: If you’re using Focusrite Control 2 for Mobile (iOS/Android), please make sure the app is up to date to ensure changes made in the desktop app are reflected correctly Includes a firmware update for 16i16, 18i16 and 18i20 to 2.0.2464.0 Bug fixes Fixed an issue with preamp linking not being reflected correctly
Release notesopens in a new tab — support.focusrite.com

Tracked in 1 rig on FW//RADAR.

Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen 18i20 firmware FAQ

What is the latest firmware for the Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen 18i20?

The latest firmware for the Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen 18i20 is version 3.0.2778, released on 16 Jul 2026. FW//RADAR last checked Focusrite's official page on 26 Oct 2026.

How do I update the Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen 18i20?

Firmware distributed via Focusrite Control 2 — no separate file. Full instructions on Focusrite's official firmware page.

What software do I need to update the Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen 18i20?

You need Focusrite Control 2, available from focusrite.com.

Where can I download Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen 18i20 firmware and drivers?

Directly from Focusrite's official firmware page — FW//RADAR links to the source and never hosts firmware files. Official firmware page →

Where can I find the Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen 18i20 manual?

The official Focusrite user manual is a PDF hosted on fael-downloads-prod.focusrite.com. Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen 18i20 user manual (PDF) →

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