Focusrite - Scarlett 2i2 4th Generation Audio Interface - Red
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General
Product NameScarlett 2i2 4th Generation Audio InterfaceBrandFocusriteModel NumberAMS-SCARLETT-2I2-4GColorRedColor CategoryRed
Warranty
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 Year LimitedManufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 Year Limited
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Product Width8.43 inchesProduct Weight1.73 poundsProduct Length6.54 inchesUPC815301001485
Scarlett 2i2 makes it easy to get better recordings every time. Two of Focusrite’s most detailed ultra-low-noise mic pres. Studio-grade converters, with a huge 120dB dynamic range that matches what you'd find in a pro studio. Auto Gain, Clip Safe and a powerful 69dB of analogue gain make setting levels quick and easy so every take is a keeper. A complete recording toolkit includes Pro Tools Artist, Ableton Live Lite, and our Hitmaker Expansion software bundle; featuring Auto-Tune Access for Vocals, Softube Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555 for guitar, Native Instruments MASSIVE synth and more. Air mode lets you record with all the character of a big studio console. Get great sound through any headphones from 2i2’s amped-up headphone output with independent volume control. Personalized Easy Start, 24/7/365 Support and three-year warranty make sure Scarlett 2i2 is ready whenever you are.
4th-Generation mic pres
With a huge 69dB gain range, Focusrite’s 4th-Generation Scarlett mic pre is the clearest and most detailed ever found on a Scarlett.
Focusrite control 2
Control your recording session direct from your PC or Mac.
120dB dynamic range
Scarlett 2i2 uses the same studio-grade converters as Focusrite’s flagship RedNet interfaces, found in countless high-end studios worldwide.
Hi-Z instrument and line inputs
Hook up an electric guitar to one of 2i2’s Hi-Z instrument inputs. it feels just like an amp or connect keys, synths and grooveboxes to the high-quality line inputs.
Air mode
Record with all the character of a big studio console. Add high-end presence and rich harmonic drive to vocals and instruments.
Auto gain
Hit the button and play for ten seconds, Scarlett will set the perfect level for whatever you’re recording.
Clip safe
Clip Safe automatically adjusts the gain if you’re at risk of clipping, just like having a pro engineer watching your session.
Dynamic gain halos
Scarlett’s Dynamic Gain Halos let you easily monitor your input and output signals directly from your hardware.
Sounds great with any headphones
Powerful, custom-designed headphone amp with independent level control, for loud, clear, and accurate playback and monitoring.
Focusrite control 2
Control your recording session direct from your PC or Mac.
Loopback
Easily create your own samples from computer audio using Scarlett’s virtual inputs.
Easy start
It’s never been easier to get recording. Focusrite’s tried-and-tested Easy Start tool will have you making music in minutes.
All the software you need
Includes Ableton Live Lite and Avid Pro Tools Artist, plus the Hitmaker Expansion software bundle with an unbeatable range of record-making studio tools.
Three-year warranty
Keep making music with Focusrite’s 24/7/365 support and three-year warranty.
What's Included
Scarlett 2i2 4th Generation
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Q: Questionis This interface compatible with RCA cables(1 answer)
A: AnswerNo natively. The audio ports are standard 1/4" jacks. You would need to use adaptors to get an RCA port.Answered by Anonymous
Reviews
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 13 reviews
4.5Rating by feature
- 4.8Value
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- 4.7Quality
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- 4.7Ease of Use
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers enjoy the Scarlett 2i2 4th Generation Audio Interface for its exceptional sound quality and user-friendly design. Many users are impressed with the improved headphone power and output quality, while others appreciate how easy it is to use, even for beginners.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Qulity
Easy to setup and use. Great quality for the price. Highly recommend this one if you have a Shure microphone. 4th gen has enough gain to not need a cloud device.
Posted by TravisL
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Everything A Bedroom Producer Needs
I upgraded from the Solo Gen 3, and this is so much better for a few reasons: 1. If you’re like me you might want the extra available spot to plug in an instrument or device aside from a mic, which is handy. 2. Aside from the obvious change there is now a knob to turn down your monitor speakers while still being able to hear the music in the headphones. That is HUGE for bedroom producers because with the Gen 3 I would have to unplug the speakers, turn them off, or just lower the volume and plug my headphones into my computer. All of which are minor inconveniences, but it becomes a huge pain when you want to analyze the vocals on the speakers and you are constantly going back and forth. 3. As for the built-in upgrades to the sound, I haven’t noticed much difference but I am also not an expert in vocal recording or analysis. I know you aren’t planning to use this as a paper weight, but if it’s any consolation it looks way better than the Gen 3 models. The lighting features, and the matte panel behind the knobs just give it a higher quality look. 4. This also comes with many free plug-ins. I never downloaded them when I bought the Solo Gen 3, but I decided to try them out, and they are solid! I highly recommend these as entry level audio interfaces. They have been recommended to me time and again. There are upgrades in the $500-1000 interfaces, but there are PLENTY of songs that are platinum records with samples bounced off of Instagram or YouTube videos, or even recorded with a cell phone mic. If you are deciding on spending more money on the expensive ones then I would urge you to put more time in learning vocal processing, and your saved money toward potential plug-ins.
Posted by Nicolas
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
New features for a new decade
I had the Gen 3 on my desk for years. This Gen 4 is a proper 2020s product, while the last one feels very much last decade. The gamechanger is the automatic level adjustment paired with a "safe" mode to prevent clipping. Not everyone uses software that does these things automatically, so having it built into the Focusrite is top tier. Those features alone inspired me to buy it, given I'm still very much a recording novice, always experimenting with how far the mic should be, etc. Taking the guesswork out is a confidence booster. It needed a firmware update immediately out of the box, but I gotta say, the new "Focusrite Control 2" software feels much better than last gen's. I also much prefer the lights around the knobs to show audio levels in real time. While nothing I do requires two inputs, I did it for future proofing, just in case. I'm not necessarily happy they put the XLR inputs on the back, now, but that is the industry standard. I guess separating them from the 1/4" inputs helped with audio quality. One more thing to note is, there's two USB-C ports. You need to plug the device into a USB 3.0 port to get enough power, or else you will have to plug in another cable to deliver enough power. No big deal. I like that they plugged it with a dust cover to not confuse you during initial setup. If I had one actual complaint, it's that the included cable is so darn short. Gen 3's was the same length at about 3 feet. Whatever couple of cents they're saving by not including 6 feet, just leaves the user with a useless cable (for me, anyway).
Posted by ghabz