Offering a powerful combination of high-quality sound and user-friendliness in a compact and portable format for recording, podcasting, and streaming, the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (4th Generation) 2-in / 2-out USB-C audio interface lets musicians and creators capture high-quality audio with no learning curve, no matter where they go. The 4th Generation model features new ultra-low-noise microphone preamps with up to 69 dB of gain to capture the full potential of your mics. Portable, Bus Powered, or Standalone Both compact and lightweight, the Scarlett 2i2 is rugged and ready to securely stand on your desktop or travel with you. Being bus powered via USB-C connectivity, it can be used in any room or even remote locations, with your preferred DAW on a Mac/Windows computer or on an iPad Pro equipped with a USB-C port. 4th-Generation Pristine, High-Resolution Conversion Scarlett 2i2 4th Generation uses the same studio-grade, 24-bit / 192 kHz AD/DA converters as Focusrite’s flagship RedNet interfaces, found in countless high-end studios worldwide. 4th-Generation Mic Preamps with Air Mode With a huge 69 dB gain range, the two upgraded 4th-generation Scarlett XLR mic preamps capture the sound of your microphones with enhanced transparency and full detail. Switchable 48V phantom power is onboard to accommodate your favorite condenser mics. Hi-Z Instrument and Line Inputs The two 1/4" inputs on the Scarlett 2i2 4th Generation's front panel are specially designed to preserve the quality of your sound when connecting instruments with high impedance (Hi-Z) like electric guitars or basses—no need for a DI box or amplifier. FEATURES: 4th-generation microphone preamps deliver 69dB of usable gain with a clear, detailed soundAir Mode adds a high-end presence and harmonic-rich drive reminiscent of a top-of-the-line studio consoleGuitar-friendly hi-Z inputs yield an amp-like feel that’s guaranteed to inspireRedNet-derived AD/DA converters yield 120dB of dynamic rangeAuto Gain optimizes recording levels with the touch of a buttonClip Safe automatically adjusts gain levels if you’re at risk for clippingDynamic Gain Halos supply at-a-glance monitoring of input and output signal levelsCustom-designed headphone amplifier with independent level controlEasy Start function guides beginning users through setup while providing recording tips and other helpful content.Loopback functionality routes stereo audio from music apps straight to your DAW via virtual inputs SPECS: Computer Connectivity: USB 2.0Form Factor: DesktopSimultaneous I/O: 2 x 2Number of Preamps: 2 x mic, 2 x instrumentPhantom Power: YesA/D Resolution: 24-bit/192kHzAnalog Inputs: 2 x XLR, 2 x 1/4?Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4?Headphones: 1 x 1/4?USB: 1 x Type CFeatures: Auto Gain, Clip SafeSoftware: Focusrite Control 2, Ableton Live Lite, 3-month Avid Pro Tools ArtistCompatibility: Mac, PC, ChromeOSOS Requirements – Mac: macOS 11 or laterOS Requirements – PC: Windows 10 or laterBus Powered: YesPower Supply: USB bus powered
