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Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 MK2

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3.9 out of 5
39 user ratings
5 stars
28 %
4 stars
35 %
3 stars
35 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
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Pros

  • simple
  • affordable
  • easy to use

Cons

  • 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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Key specs

  • Stereo
  • yes
  • yes
  • 24 bit / 192 kHz
  • External
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Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 MK2 - Pros & Cons

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 MK2

Pros

  • simple
  • affordable
  • easy to use
  • 2i2 feature excellent preamps
  • professional-level resolutions
  • low-latency direct viewing
  • and easy setup
  • affordable price and automatic gain-setting feature
  • top-panel knobs are easy to access and easier to adjust
  • affordable
  • compact interface that works well

Cons

  • 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
  • USB ports have a restricted power source
  • the knobs function backward instead of turning them clockwise to increase gain
  • too high
  • distortion (often called clipping ) will
  • It s about 50% more expensive than a typical two-channel interface
  • It has just a single input and lacks the Bluetooth feature
  • User reviews are often an exploration of extremes
  • cheap

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 MK2 - Full Specifications

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General
Sound TypeStereo
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Design
Placement TypeExternal
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Power
Power sourceUSB
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Connectivity
Analog 3.5mm output0
Analogue RCA outputs2
Headphone outputyes
Headphone output (3.5 mm)0
Headphone output (6.3 mm / 1/4)1
Jack Plug input2
Jack Plug output (6,3 mm / 1/4)2
Microphone inputyes
Microphone Jack Plug (3.5mm)0
XLR2
Other connectors
  • Balanced input XLR
  • MIDI
USByes
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Audio properties
D/A audio24 bit / 192 kHz

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