Name: Scarlett 2i2
Brand: Focusrite
SKU: 163824
Rating: 3.3 (233 reviews)

3.7

based on all reviews

wonders for adding detail and clarity to vocal tracks
simple
clean

An XLR cable
only recording with one mic
No post-processing has been applied

Sound type: Stereo
Interface type: USB
Headphone output: yes
Microphone input: yes
D/a audio: 24 bit / 96 kHz
Audio quality: 24 bit
Placement type: External

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 - Pros & Cons

wonders for adding detail and clarity to vocal tracks
simple
clean
and elegant
supports is impressive
affordable
versatile
and great addition to
Very compact and travel-friendly design
clean
latency-free monitoring and producing excellent recordings
the box sounds best at its most transparent settings
Setting levels is relatively simple
Capable of operating at very low latency
clean
simple and extremely easy to use
Control utility is intuitive and elegant
low-latency monitoring and relatively transparent recording paths
excellent sound interface should generate excellent sound quality
fast USB performance and low latency
better gain controls as well as a more durable and tough construction
Recordings sound crisp and clear
well built with a design that is easy to use and set up
useful parameters and are capable of some nice sound-shaping
quality audio and distinctive styling - a
reliable reviews of the latest and greatest hardware and software technology
Works a hundred procent and sounds amazing
The microphone is absolutely awesome
super-compact interface that is a great investment
The tone is balanced and crisp
comes with Flexible Console software that is excellent
well-built
high-performance audio interfaces and preamps
unique sound and build a reputation for versatility
combination makes it perfect for any of your audio projects
professional-level resolutions
low-latency direct viewing
and easy setup
Improving your audio capability is a worthwhile investment
2i2 feature excellent preamps
a clean and easy-to-use interface and allows
The monitoring is top-notch as well and allows for round-trip latency
is flexible and lightweight
simple
affordable
easy to use
excellent sound quality and feature set
quality of the XLR/instrument inputs is great
exceptional clarity
and the conversion is excellent
perfect interface that is incredibly easy to use
captures a clean
full
and expansive sound
crystal clear sound and effortless connectivity
affordable and high-quality audio interfaces
so easy to use and affordable
the build quality is incredibly impressive
beautifully bright and open sound
front-mounted inputs and the easy to navigate controls
very well-made and affordably priced
improved wired analog protection circuitry to prevent power surges

An XLR cable
only recording with one mic
No post-processing has been applied
the limited device supported for use without a PC
not intended for use with multiple instruments
It only accommodates iPad Pro users
a very low noise floor
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look and feel a lot more expensive than they are
Low listening levels = too little bass
no minimum specification is given on the Focusrite web site
the Scarlett has always tended to lure in solo performers or producers
you have no desire to record instruments or vocals and only want to produce computer-generated music
but is only suitable for one microphone or instrument input
have more recording options than if you only had a single input system
GPUs and CPUs
the preamps meaning you can only plug in a single microphone or instrument
USB ports have a restricted power source
there s not a lot to the 2i2
headphone power is bad
It may not display this or other websites correctly
the signal will likely suffer from distortion
it sports a black front panel and a signature red enclosure
have no method of demonstrating how close a level is to clipping
that Scarlett utilizes a USB Type-C link
appear to have an impact on quality or latency
lights aren't as detailed as dedicated level meters
lack of one in the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is a
Thunderbolt will afford the user a fast data transfer rate
is no external power source
this model lacks that in the build
lack of MIDI is a problem for you
only two input jacks
Focusrite 2i4 is not present in the newest generation of Scarlett interfaces
Sound quality still not as good as crisp as high end interfaces

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Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 - Full Specifications

Sound Type	Stereo
Interface Type	USB

Width	9.61 in
Depth	6.6 in
Height	4.09 in
Weight	31.39 oz

Plug and Play	yes
Support for ASIO	yes

Power source	USB

Analog 3.5mm output	0
Analogue RCA outputs	0
Headphone output	yes
Headphone output (3.5 mm)	0
Headphone output (6.3 mm / 1/4)	1
Jack Plug input	2
Jack Plug output (6,3 mm / 1/4)	2
Microphone input	yes
Microphone Jack Plug (3.5mm)	0
XLR	2
Line-in	yes
Line-out	yes
USB	yes

Placement Type	External

Noise level (SNR)	100.0 dB
D/A audio	24 bit / 96 kHz
Audio quality	24.0 bit

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Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Focusrite - Editorial Reviews (4)

4.0

Based on 4 reviews

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Published: 01.02.2022

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Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (3rd Gen) Review

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Published: 18.01.2022

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (3rd Gen) Review

4.0

The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is a simple stereo input box that's ideal for recording and mixing both music and podcasts.

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 review

MusicRadar

Published: 21.02.2012

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 review

Focusrite has a well-earned reputation for building high-quality audio interfaces and mic preamps at price-points to cater to users of all requirements and at a wide range of budget points. With its S