Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB audio interface - 1st gen
The Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 is a robust 2 in / 4 out USB recording interface that combines affordability, cross-platform operation, a comprehensive feature set and the best audio performance in its class. It's a perfect match for both the musician ...
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Description
The Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 is a robust 2 in / 4 out USB recording interface that combines affordability, cross-platform operation, a comprehensive feature set and the best audio performance in its class. It's a perfect match for both the musician and the digital DJ - and it comes in an elegant, road-ready anodized aluminum unibody case.
Scarlett 2i4 is a great tool for any musician, with its two award-winning Focusrite microphone/line/instrument preamps accessed via universal front-panel XLR/TRS sockets, combined with professional 24-bit, 96kHz conversion, plus class-leading analogue and digital design from input to output to ensure pristine audio quality throughout the signal path.
With its 48V phantom power capability, Scarlett 2i4 is perfect for recording guitar, vocal, or even stereo piano, with high-quality condenser mics. You will love the direct monitoring mode, which removes the latencies associated with listening back to the input signal through the DAW. You can record into the DAW in real time, whilst hearing a zero latency monitor feed from their input sources, controlled by a single knob for easy blending between direct monitoring and DAW playback. In common with other interfaces in the Scarlett series, input level controls feature a novel LED "signal halo" around the knob that indicates signal presence (green) and input overload (red), while a large-diameter silver volume knob gives you full and accurate control over monitor levels at all times, so whether you are mixing your music, or listening back to the track, the levels will always be in your control.
Alongside the two Focusrite preamps are four RCA phono outputs, two of which are also available on balanced TRS sockets. These, coupled with the high-level headphone output and flexible monitoring capability make Scarlett 2i4 ideal for digital DJs. Send outputs 1 & 2 to the main PA and use 3 & 4 for cueing, or send all four to a mixer. The converter performance ensures that the quality of the audio streamed from the computer is sonically superb. An A/B source switch for monitoring either of two stereo output pairs via the high-level headphone output provide everything that's required from a DJ interface.
MIDI input and output are included in Scarlett 2i4, allowing capture of performances with MIDI keyboards and controllers and the ability to play parts out to instruments and sound modules, recording their audio via 2i4's TRS inputs.
Scarlett 2i4 comes complete with an excellent package of software tools to help you get your music down straight away. The latest version of the Focusrite Scarlett Plug-in Suite includes Compressor, Reverb, Gate and EQ in the form of VST/AU/RTAS plug-ins. Focusrite's established Xcite+ bundle is also included, which features Ableton Live Lite (for all your production, performance and compositional needs), Novation's Bass Station soft synth and over 1GB of royalty-free samples from Loopmasters.
Scarlett 2i4 delivers high-quality, 24-bit 96kHz audio to and from both Macintosh and Windows computers with USB 2.0 capability - and it's bus powered so you only need to plug in the included USB cable to start making music.
Note: Includes the Focusrite Red 2 and Red 3 Plug-In Suite (AAX/AU/VST) upon registration of interface. Accurately modeled on the classic Red 2 EQ and Red 3 Compressor, the Red plug-ins let you exploit the sound of the hardware originals, conveniently from within Pro Tools (10 and above) and other audio software.
Specifications
- Two natural-sounding Scarlett mic preamps with plenty of even gain
- Two newly designed instrument input, designed for seriously hot pick-ups
- Class-leading conversion and sample rates up to 192kHz / 24 bit
- Super-low latency* for using your plug-ins in real time without the need for DSP
- Cue mix switching, with four analog outputs
- One headphones output with gain control
- MIDI I/O connectivity, ideal for sending/receiving MIDI notes from a Stage Piano
- Compact and tough enough to take anywhere
- Powered by USB so you don’t need to carry a power cable
- Includes Pro Tools | First - Focusrite Creative Pack and Ableton Live Lite
- All the additional software and loops you need to start recording
35 reviews
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Love the mic-pres. Gives me a great sound for sampling. The compressor is pretty clutch too.
almost 5 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
Does what it's supposed to & comes with nice and easy reverb
great for budget would be nice if volume indicators kicked in at lower signal levels too& gave more gradual indication of where the signal level is at rather than simple on off.. last minute warning.. then too loud
about 3 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
Solid choice for mic and instrument recording needs.
over 4 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
I don't have Audio Interface yet, I use my Macbook jack output...
over 4 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
Focusrite 2i4
Great sound audio
over 3 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
Saight
Honestly, I don't know WTF I'm doing when it comes to recording, but I do know that given all the software that comes with this button laden box, the installs are insane. Be warned, Pro Tools is incompatible with Windows 10. Save yourself some time & anguish. Otherwise, the 2i4 works. ~m
over 1 year agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
My portable interface.
My portable interface.
I bring the 2i4 anywhere as part of my portable studio. Since it's the largest Scarlett that doesn't require an external power source, you can bring it anywhere and power it with your laptop.
Has an amazing sounding DAC and a powerful headphone amp, and two Scarlett preamps that can run almost any mic with tons of headroom.
Would recommend to anyone looking for a rugged interface with fantastic preamps, latency, and headphone amp.
11 months agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
Easy to use
It works at it should, and a little better. Focusrite´s Youtube have some AMAZING tutorials!
over 2 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
very good for recording microphones
very good for recording microphones and useful for connecting studio monitors
almost 2 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
Great piece of gear for the piece and size
This is a really good interface for a start up home studio. Also, I didn't realise until a couple of months after I bought it, that the it's XLR inputs are also 1/4" jack plugs. Useful to know !
over 2 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
Need an audio interface, so why not get one of the best in the business.
over 4 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
No bad
very good price and good sound
almost 4 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
All I really need
It's all I really need in my Computer, I can create everything thanks to this guy.
about 2 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
great
it is enough for home studio work >>nad those who wanna start arrenging and mix master >> with low price
over 2 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
Pretty good interface for the money, great pre-amps!
Pretty good interface for the money, great pre-amps!
about 3 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
Love it.
For a small studio setup like mine, it's perfect for what I need currently.
over 3 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
Great gear for the price
Love it. Have had it for about a year now. Does everything I expected and more.
almost 3 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
Revolutionary
Hook up my guitars, pianos, and drums to this bad boy.
over 3 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
Does The Job
Lightweight, rca (balanced and unbalanced) and line outputs. One headphone output that you can switch between mixes 1/2 and 3/4. The PAD button is useful for noisy situations. Ideal for guitarists, djs and performers who need a very portable solution for playing live.
over 1 year agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
really good
all works fine, never got problem. really good preamps
over 1 year agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
PLUG AND PLAY QUALITY USB AUDIO INTERFACE AT THE RIGHT PRICE
Easy to use. Quick setup. Good for vocals and voiceover. Lots of extras/plug-ins. Bundles available at Amazon. Planning on upgrading to the 18i20 soon.
about 2 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
Quite good
Quite good: not too expensive and has all the basic needs for recording
over 4 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
Incredible for the money
Incredible value for the money. Payed only about $200 for my first audiobox, being this. It's already, in just a few days, inspired so much music and helped me to record so many things. The preamps are ridiculously good and you can record in 96k. I love this thing.
8 minutes agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
Does the Job
Great Product.
about 4 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
Best money i've ever spent
A/I are really useful, and this little red box does it all. I use this for a lot more than just for music production. Its an integral part of my life. I would be lost without this.
over 3 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
My Audio Interface for recording and making all the stuff!
over 4 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
Small & Strong
Nice preamps and good resources and routing for such a small and affordable interface. Lots of plug-ins and additionals too!
over 1 year agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
easy to use, great sound and no latency
over 4 years agoSign up for Equipboard to reply or ask this user a question. -
Simply amazing.
All I can say is that it is amazing. I will enjoy many years out of it - untiligetbetterandmaybemakemoremoneycoughcough
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