Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB-C Audio Interface (4th Generation)

Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen Series Review

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Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen Series Review

The Next Generation of Focusrite Scarlett 4th gen Interface’s Are here and here is the extensive Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen Series Review for you before you go ahead and buy them, The 4th Gen  Comes With reworked and Upgraded Preamps, tremendous dynamic range, Air mode was redesigned for large-scale studio audio, Clip Safe and Auto Gain and Every piece of software you require.

What Are the Major difference’s From Previous Gen Interface

  • New auto gain and clip safe options on Focusrite 2i2 and Focusrite 4i4.
  • Microphone XLR Inputs remapped to the back of interface.
  • Improved/Upgraded Air feature.
  • Better Preamps and RedNet convertors.
  • New soft Brushed button selectors

Pros And Cons Of New Generation

Pros

  • Up to 24-bit / 192kHz Specs On Focusrite Solo, 2i2 and 4i4
  • Auto gain and clip safe options on Focusrite 2i2 and 4i4
  • Upgraded Preamps
  • Improved Air feature
  • New Front Panel design

Cons

  • New features are only available in Focsuirte 2i2 and Focsurite 4i4

The New And Updated Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen Series:

Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen Series Review: PERFORMANCE

Even though the case sizes and feature layouts have changed slightly, the interfaces still have the same functional shape and red metal casework as the third generation. For instance, the 2i2 and 4i4 share buttons and channel selectors, and their encoder-style gain knobs make them feel more slick to use.

The Focusrite 2i2 has a dual-function Direct button with mono and panned choices for minimal latency input monitoring, while the Solo has a single function Direct button. Focusrite Control 2 allows you to access the 4i4’s three software cue mixes, but it lacks a hardware option.

The RedNet A/D converters with a 120dB dynamic range, a newly designed headphone amplifier, enhanced knob halo indicators with output metering for the 2i2 and 4i4, and a revised Air mode are among the technological enhancements found in the 4th generation Scarletts.

Additional features unique to the 2i2 and 4i4 are listed. With an amazing 69dB of gain, the redesigned preamps are perfect for low-output microphones like ribbons, in our opinion. Optional features for the 2i2 and 4i4 preamps include clip safe and auto gain.

Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen Series Review: SPECIFICATIONS

Focusrite Scarlett Solo 24-bit/192kHz - 4th Generation USB Type-C Audio Interface
Focusrite Scarlett Solo 24-bit/192kHz – 4th Generation USB Type-C Audio Interface

Scarlett Solo 4th Gen

  • Sample rate and resolution: up to 24-bit / 192kHz
  • Inputs connections: 1 jack, 1 XLR
  • Output connections: 2 jack
  • Power: USB-C
  • Size: 142(w) x 45(h) x 96(d)
  • Weight: Solo: 365g

Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen

  • Sample rate and resolution: up to 24-bit / 192kHz
  • Inputs connections: 2 jack, 2 XLR
  • Output connections: 2 jack
  • Power: USB with additional USB-C power inputs
  • Size: 79(w) x 46(h) x 116(d)
  • Weight: Solo: 586g
Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen
Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen

Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen

  • Sample rate and resolution: up to 24-bit / 192kHz
  • Inputs connections: 2 XLR/jack combi, 2 jack
  • Output connections: 4 jack
  • Power: USB with additional USB-C power inputs
  • Size: 179(w) x 60(h) x 129(d)
  • Weight: 814g