The original studio-quality 2-in, 2-out interface, remastered for the artist. 2i2 features two of our most detailed, ultra-low-noise mic preamps, with line/instrument inputs on the front so you can plug your guitars and synths straight in, delivering pro studio–grade sound with 120dB of dynamic range. Plus, with Auto Gain and Clip Safe, you’ll never need to worry about your levels when recording.
Key Features
Two ultra-low-noise mic preamps with front-panel line/instrument inputs
Two Air preamp modes for classic console sound
Auto Gain and Clip Safe modes
Includes Hitmaker Expansion software bundle
Plus Pro Tools Intro +, Ableton Live lite, and 6 months of FL Studio Producer Edition
Two of our most detailed, ultra-low-noise preamps.
Plug into 2i2’s 4th-Generation remote-controlled preamps — Scarlett’s clearest and most detailed ever, with a huge 69dB gain range to get the best from every mic.
Let 2i2 handle your levels.
Auto Gain sets your levels and Clip Safe keeps them in the sweet spot, automatically tweaking the gain if you’re in danger of clipping. You’ll never lose a take again.
Two Hi-Z guitar inputs feel just like an amp.
Hi-Z instrument inputs, just like you’d find on an amp, make guitars sound great for DI’s and amp sims.
Two super-high-quality line inputs capture all the character of your synths and keys.
Get big console sound with two re-engineered Air modes.
Presence mode boosts your signal’s high-end, bringing the sound to the front of the mix. Create intimate vocal recordings, capture every detail of acoustic guitars, and hear your drum overheads shimmer.
Harmonic Drive mode boosts mid-range harmonics in your sound, making its unique character shine through the mix. Try it on guitars, vocals, or anything else that needs a little more punch.
All the software you need to make a hit record.
Once you’ve got started with Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools Intro+, or six months of FL Studio Producer Edition recording software (all included), the Hitmaker Expansion bundle has everything you need to bring big studio sound to your songs, with an unbeatable range of record-making studio tools from the biggest names in the business.
Huge 120dB dynamic range for incredible recordings.
Scarlett delivers incredible audio quality, with converters direct from our flagship RedNet interfaces — as found in high-end studios around the world.
Loud and clear — with any headphones.
A custom-designed headphone amp design sets the stage for the best playback you’ve ever heard from a Scarlett interface, driving high-impedance headphones louder and clearer than ever before.
Focusrite Control 2
Focusrite Control 2 is a powerful app that easily manages Scarlett 4th Gen interfaces on Windows and macOS devices. Pair the iOS and Android app to your desktop computer to remotely control your Scarlett from anywhere in your recording space
Easy Start
Need help getting set up? Just tell our Easy Start tool what you want to do and we’ll guide you through all the software and setup you need, with recording tips and other helpful content along the way.
Specifications
Overview
Number of Microphone Preamps2
Phantom PowerYes
Instrument Inputs2
Line Inputs2
Air ModeYes
Auto GainYes
Clip SafeYes
Line Outputs2
Headphone Outputs1
LoopbackYes
ConnectivityUSB Type-C
ProtocolUSB 2.0
Form FactorDesktop
Simultaneous I/O4 x 2 (including Loopback inputs)
A/D Resolution24-bit/192 kHz
Bus Powered Yes (900mA)
Microphone inputs
Frequency Response20-20kHz ± 0.06dB
Dynamic Range116dB (A-Weighted)
THD+N-100dB @ 8dB gain
Noise EIN-127dBu (A-Weighted)
Maximum Input Level16dBu
Gain Range69dB
Impedance3kΩ
Line inputs
Frequency Response20-20kHz ± 0.05dB
Dynamic Range115.5dB (A-Weighted)
THD+N-100dB @ 8dB gain
Maximum Input Level22dBu
Gain Range69dB
Impedance60kΩ
Analogue to Digital Converter
THD+N-110dB
Dynamic Range120dB
Digital to Analogue Converter
THD+N-115dB
Dynamic Range130dB (A-Weighted)
Power
USB900mA
External (Optional)4.5W
Compatibility
WindowsIntel, AMD, and Arm64 processors supported
macOSApple Silicon and Intel processors supported
Line outputs (Balanced)
Frequency Response20-20kHz ± 0.02dB
Dynamic Range120dB
THD+N-109dB
Maximum Output Level16dBu
Impedance100Ω
Headphone outputs
Frequency Response20-20kHz ± 0.1dB @ 33Ω / 300Ω
Dynamic Range112dB @ 33Ω
115dB @ 300Ω
THD+N-99dB @ 33Ω
-108dB @ 300Ω
Maximum Output Level2.5dBu into 33Ω
10dBu into 300Ω
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen
$219.99
Description
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen
Description
The original studio-quality 2-in, 2-out interface, remastered for the artist. 2i2 features two of our most detailed, ultra-low-noise mic preamps, with line/instrument inputs on the front so you can plug your guitars and synths straight in, delivering pro studio–grade sound with 120dB of dynamic range. Plus, with Auto Gain and Clip Safe, you’ll never need to worry about your levels when recording.
Key Features
Two of our most detailed, ultra-low-noise preamps.
Let 2i2 handle your levels.
Two Hi-Z guitar inputs feel just like an amp.
Two super-high-quality line inputs capture all the character of your synths and keys.
Get big console sound with two re-engineered Air modes.
Harmonic Drive mode boosts mid-range harmonics in your sound, making its unique character shine through the mix. Try it on guitars, vocals, or anything else that needs a little more punch.
All the software you need to make a hit record.
Huge 120dB dynamic range for incredible recordings.
Loud and clear — with any headphones.
Focusrite Control 2
Easy Start
Specifications
Overview
Microphone inputs
Line inputs
Analogue to Digital Converter
Digital to Analogue Converter
Power
Compatibility
Line outputs (Balanced)
Headphone outputs
115dB @ 300Ω
-108dB @ 300Ω
10dBu into 300Ω
22mW into 300Ω
What’s in the box
Additional information