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Two of the best performing mic preamps the Scarlett range has ever seen, now with switchable air Mode to give your recordings a brighter and more open sound. Two high-headroom instrument inputs to plug in your guitar or bass. Two balanced line inputs, suitable for connecting line-level sources.
High-performance converters enable you to record and mix at up to 24-bit/ 192kHz.
Quick start tool to get up and running easier than ever.
Includes Pro Tools | First Focusrite Creative Pack, Ableton Live Lite, Softube Time and Tone Bundle, Focusrite’s Red Plug-in Suite, 3-month Splice subscription, and your choice of one free XLN Addictive Keys virtual instrument, all available via download upon purchase and registration
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The Essential Audio Interface

Scarlett has gone platinum. Sitting on the desks of a huge global community of musicians, producers and home-recordists, the iconic 2i2 has already helped make more records than any other interface in history. And with the 3rd Generation, you’re going to sound better than ever.

Your music, write away

Scarlett’s best-selling interface – millions of musicians use 2i2 to write and record every day. Featuring natural sounding 3rd Gen mic preamps, and Air, emulating our original ISA preamps
The best sounding, easily

Getting studio-quality recordings at home has never been easier. Easy Start gets you set up, recording and playing back within minutes.

We’ve worried about the tech, you can focus on the music
Your recording is 30 years in the making

We’ve been making mic preamps for 30 years, and the 3rd Gen mic pre is the best Scarlett has ever heard. Our decades of experience mean Scarlett sounds just like you
Plug-In Collective, for a lasting connection

One free plug-in will be featured in your Focusrite account every couple of months, keeping you up to date with the tidal wave of releases. Nobody else works with software manufacturers like us

Comparison Table

	Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen	Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen	Scarlett 4i4 3rd Gen	Scarlett Solo Studio	Scarlett 2i2 Studio
Connectivity	USB Type-C	USB Type-C	USB Type-C	USB Type-C	USB Type-C
Protocol	USB 2.0	USB 2.0	USB 2.0	USB 2.0	USB 2.0
Form Factor	Desktop	Desktop	Desktop	Desktop	Desktop
Simultaneous I/O	2 x 2	2 x 2	4 x 4	2 x 2	2 x 2
Resolution	24-bit/192kHz	24-bit/192kHz	24-bit/192kHz	24-bit/192kHz	24-bit/192kHz
Number of Preamps	2	1	2	1	2
Phantom Power 48V	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Instrument Inputs	2	1	2	1	2
Line Inputs	2	1	4	1	2
Balanced 1/4" Line Outputs	2 TRS	2 TRS	2 TRS	2 TRS	2 TRS
Headphone Outputs	1	1	1	1	1
Bus Powered	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔

Product description

style:2i2 (2 Mic Pres) | Pattern Name:Interface

The most popular audio interface for artists across all genres, the third-generation Scarlett 2i2 provides two mic/line/instrument inputs allowing simultaneous recording and playback of up to two channels with independently controllable headphone and monitor outputs. The 2i2 features two upgraded third-generation Scarlett mic preamps: with optional Air setting to reproduce the Air effect of Focusrite's original ISA mic preamp, giving your vocal and acoustic recordings a brighter and more open sound. Equipped with high performance 24-bit/192kHz AD-DA converters, Scarlett s the same professional sound quality throughout the third-generation range. The high impedance, high-headroom instrument inputs allow you to record guitar or bass without any clipping or unwanted distortion, while Gain Halo metering makes it easy for you to set the input level. Scarlett 2i2 is designed to stand up to days on the road, and connects straight to your Mac or PC via USB cable, with no external power required. It comes with all the software tools you need to get started, including two comprehensive digital audio workstations: Ableton Live Lite and Pro Tools First Focusrite Creative Pack. Intuitive enough for beginners yet advanced enough to inspire real creativity with great-sounding effects. Focusrite has partnered with Splice to give 3rd Gen. interface owners a free 3-month Splice Sounds subscription when setting up a new Splice account. Splice Sounds offers millions of high-quality, royalty-free one-shots, loops, and presets, with new releases daily from your favorite producers, sound designers, and artists. Creators use Splice to make all kinds of music, including chart-topping pop, Grammy-winning albums, underground mixtapes, and cinematic scores. And as with all Focusrite products, you’ll also benefit from a two-year, award-winning customer support and membership of their Plug-in Collective offering free software downloads and generous discounts. Interested in what headphones are compatible with Scarlett? Search 'Headphones' on the Focusrite help centre for more information.

Product information

style:2i2 (2 Mic Pres) | Pattern Name:Interface

Item Weight

1.1 pounds

Product Dimensions

7.68 x 2.09 x 1.32 inches

ASIN

B07QR73T66

Item model number

AMS-SCARLETT-2I2-3G

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14,035 ratings

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#7 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
#1 in Computer Recording Audio Interfaces

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer

Date First Available

June 27, 2019

Color Name

Red

Hardware Interface

USB

Voltage

240 Volts

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Team Brule

Advancement to the product line

Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2019

style: 2i2 (2 Mic Pres)Pattern Name: InterfaceVerified Purchase

Summary:
The 2i2 3rd Gen is a solid advancement to the product line. Generation III helps this brand to remain at the forefront of audio interfaces. I had sold a previous interface and found myself in a pinch where I needed to get something recorded and produced within 48 hours. I found myself with a 2i2 3rd Gen and it was perfect.

Good things you should know:
Contrary to other reviews, you DO NOT need any external drivers. It truly does remain plug-and-play, as they say. External drivers are solely optional, as your specific setup might warrant them. Here was my scenario; plug in USB to laptop, open DAW, set input to 2i2, record. Latency - what latency? That's a thing of the past.

Bad things you should know (that do not reduce the rating whatsoever):
The bundled software (ProTools First, Ableton Live Lite) is a train wreck and will require much more than the 20 minutes they estimate to set yourself up. It requires creating multiple accounts on platforms for downloads and digital licensing (if you're not already set up). The included software largely remains a means to make the product more marketable. Your BEST options remain to buy a monthly subscription to ProTools ($$), buy Reaper ($), or use Audacity (for free).

370 people found this helpful

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Forrest Guest

3rd gen requires external drivers

Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2019

style: 2i2 (2 Mic Pres)Pattern Name: InterfaceVerified Purchase

We use these for a community radio station, and has used the 1st and 2nd gen 2i2s for years without problems. They fail after 2-3 years of 24x7 use, but that seems reasonable.

However, the 3rd gen switches to a USB C connector with lightning, which requires a separate driver. In order to deliver this driver, the interface shows as a USB drive with the installation media. This causes the system not to boot if the device is plugged in. Focusrite also tries to get you to register the device and drivers with their web sites before the USB connection can be made.

The new driver is also dropping connection after extended periods. Look for gen 1 or 2 of this device if you aren't using it for short periods, and unplugging it after you are done.

286 people found this helpful

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Sebastian D Woodland

Best Tutorial I've ever seen for a product like this!

Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2019

style: Solo (1 Mic Pre)Pattern Name: InterfaceVerified Purchase

I play guitar in my spare time and don't know the first thing about getting set up with a DAW or the logistics of recording my music or even getting it to play through my headphones. Other approaches I've seen have been extremely confusing, intimidating, and finicky to someone like me who knows nothing about the correct gear for this stuff.
Not only does this seem to be working perfectly, but the series of tutorials Focusrite has created made it extremely simple for me to get set up, plugged in, and jamming in no time.

I can't speak to this product as a professional musician, but if you're a dummy like me you've certainly come to the right place!

232 people found this helpful

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Kirk

The Perfect USB Interface for Voiceovers

Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2019

style: Solo (1 Mic Pre)Pattern Name: InterfaceVerified Purchase

The Focusrite Scarlett Solo is, quite simply, the ideal USB interface for recording the human voice or a single instrument. You could purchase a 2i2, but if you only need one input, why pay more? The solo is easy to use, has an excellent latency free headphone jack, and lets you get high quality audio from professional-grade microphones, either condenser or dynamic, into your computer. The build quality is excellent. You will need a preamp such a Cloudlifter with dynamic mics due to their lower output, but that's a function of the mic, not the interface. I use the Rode NT condenser mic or either the Rode Procaster or Electrovoice RE320 dynamic for recording voiceovers. The results are vasttly superior to any USB mic I've tried. Highly recommended if you're serious about audio.

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Clifford M. Conklin

Record two instruments simultaneously.

Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2019

style: 2i2 (2 Mic Pres)Pattern Name: InterfaceVerified Purchase

I'm still in the process of learning the guitar. Mainly classical but bass and jazz as well. Wanted to have the ability to record the instruments especially with another. I'm am new to all things musical and really didn't find google that helpful until I came upon this unit and from there, several videos gave me a better sense of how.

This is the ideal unit for me. You take it out of the box, connect it to your computer via the supplied USB-C cable and it directs you step-by-step from that point on. If there is a decision to make, they include the option to watch a video to explain the choices. I chose the most complicated path and within 2 hours recorded my first track. A lot of that depended on download speed and that I watched every video option presented.

I look forward to using this a lot.

Their support videos are fantastic.

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Alberto DA

Best interface I have tried!

Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2019

style: Solo (1 Mic Pre)Pattern Name: InterfaceVerified Purchase

I had the first generation 8i6 Scarlett and just bought the 3rd generation solo. It’s totally a different sound volume and quality. Best interface I have had.

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julie a tarrant

Perfect for My Recording Projects

Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2020

style: 2i2 (2 Mic Pres)Pattern Name: InterfaceVerified Purchase

I have been a Focusrite Solo user and this is a fantastic upgrade. The air button is a nice touch to sweeten the sound. Well built and I’m already getting great recordings with it. Easy and intuitive to use, works great with Garageband.

56 people found this helpful

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Amazing value for home studios with clean mic signals

Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2019

style: 2i2 (2 Mic Pres)Pattern Name: InterfaceVerified Purchase

This little thing is fantastic for the money. I use 2 "quiet" mics, a Shure SM58 and Beta 57a. With a Fethead attached, I only need to raise the gain a couple of notches to get a clean signal. Without the Fethead, I need to crank up the gain 1/4 -1/2 of the way up but it doesn’t introduce too much noise. It does but it's not quite deal breaking. This makes it a perfect device for podcasting, streaming but also for making great sounding recordings in a padded studio.

The quality is far superior to the Presonus Audiobox USB which I also use for instruments. But that's because I've had that one for a while. If I had to buy all over again, I'd pick a Focusrite with more inputs. I'm really impressed by how good the quality is.

The software included is demos of great programs but I don't use demos. That's where the Presonus device is much better: it comes with Studio One Artist which is an amazing Pro-Tools like DAW and some top quality plug ins. It also has MIDI In/Out. You have to pay a more to get that from Focusrite but I think the quality of the mic pre-amp is totally worth it.

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Roberto D.

PORTENTO! Utilizzata come DAC, non c'è paragone!

Reviewed in Italy on May 26, 2020

style: Solo (1 Mic Pre)Pattern Name: InterfaceVerified Purchase

Avevo una Scarlett 2i2 prima generazione sostituita poi con una Sound Blaster X-FI HD, poiché la sensazione era di avere un suono un po' troppo 'piatto' per i miei gusti, sorprendente ma non abbastanza, forse perché studiata principalmente per l'home recording. Successivamente mi decido a sostituire dopo due anni la X-FI con questa, non con poca paura, principalmente di tornare alla situazione della 1st gen e invece la sorpresa è stata tanta. Non solo perché non ho alcuna necessità di ritoccare l'audio con alcuna equalizzazione, ma soprattutto perché ho raggiunto livelli superiori alle mie aspettative e alle ultime due schede.
Premetto che ho delle M-Aduio BX5 D2, la utilizzo principalmente solo come DAC, quindi per ascolto di musica su Spotify e vi garantisco che mai acquisto è stato piu azzeccato, questa scheda è un vero portento. Rispetto alla 2i2 1st gen ed alla X-FI HD non c'è assolutamente paragone, la qualità audio in uscita è davvero notevole!
Tengo a specificare ciò perché prima dell'acquisto non sono mai riuscito a trovare informazioni per questo genere di utilizzi dato che, chi compra questa scheda, lo fa generalmente per registrazione e quindi per l'input. Nonostante i consigli chiesti in giro nei forum nessuno si è mai degnato di consigliarmi una scarlett come dac, non saprei dirvi il motivo, viene proprio ignorata. Ho ricevuto consigli di tanti altri prodotti che non conosco ma, secondo la mia idea, questo prodotto vale molto piu di quello che costa, lo posizionerei tranquillamente su articoli di fasce di prezzo superiori.
E' davvero sorprendente come non sia assolutamente necessaria alcuna miglioria, equalizzazione dell'audio o software esterni, per godere di una dinamica tanto brillante e corposa.
Io penso di essere stato chiaro e spero di essere riuscito a trasmettervi ciò che provo e se siete indecisi compratela proprio ad occhi chiusi, specie se, come me, cercate un dac per ascoltare musica.
Se ti sono stato utile ti chiedo una piccola gentilezza, fammelo sapere cliccando sul tasto qui in basso!
Grazie!!

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USB Driver Installation Not Simple

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 13, 2020

style: Solo (1 Mic Pre)Pattern Name: InterfaceVerified Purchase

I'm an IT professional and even I struggled to install the software.
My mistake was to plug in the Scarlett Solo to USB before installing the software.
DO NOT DO THIS because Windows will then search Windows Updates for drivers and then get into into mess which won't be solved when you go to install the downloaded Focusrite Control software and USB driver. That will hang for a very long time and maybe not complete at all.
Follow these steps:
1. Download the FocusRite Control software
2. Right click and Run as Administrator
3. Select either Full Installation or one of the specific USB/Thunderbolt options
4. Accept to install each of the the USB and/or Thunderbolt driver. This might seem to take a long time installing the drivers but leave it to get on with it.
5. Reboot your computer and wait for the Focusrite Control window to come up saying "Hardware Not Connected".
6. Now plus in the Scarlett Solo and WAIT while Windows goes off and searches Windows Updates. This may also seem to take a long time but be patient.
7. If all is well, Windows will come back saying device is ready, having linked the driver to your Solo and Focusrite Control will show the Solo configuration options.
8. Lastly, it is advisable to go to your Windows Playback Devices, and in the Properties of the Focusrite Usb Audio, go to the Advanced tab and untick the option to "Allow applications to take eclusive control of this device".

Having gone through this learning curve for a couple of hours, I'm very happy with the sound quality. The earth hum and other unwanted noises I was getting from my older 1st generation Scarlett is no longer present.

52 people found this helpful

Paul McIntyre

Might be good if it worked.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 28, 2019

style: 4i4 (2 Mic Pres)Pattern Name: InterfaceVerified Purchase

It's a nightmare to get working. Bought to replace an old Roland Quad Capture for better sound quality. Spent 3 hours trying to get t to work. Then called Focusrite support who weren't that. Left a message. By the next day they hadn't called back to called again. Spent 2 hours on support and eventually got it just about working.

The management software is useless and very unintuitive. The Roland software runs rings around it.

I just upgraded my MacBook Pro to Catalina - Focusrite says it works fine with Catalina. No it doesn't. It doesn't show in the hardware or USB items. Called Focusrite again - nobody there, "leave a message". My message is, it's going back to Amazon. Thank goodness for Amazon's 30 day returns policy.

I'm seriously struggling to see where all these 5 star reviews come from....mmm.

61 people found this helpful

Client d'Amazon

Avis d'un amateur avec un DT770 250 Ohm

Reviewed in France on May 15, 2020

style: 2i2 (2 Mic Pres)Pattern Name: InterfaceVerified Purchase

Hmm, j'allais écrire quelque chose de simple mais finalement je vais détaillé car certains comme moi doivent passer des heures à chercher quoi prendre pour avoir une bonne qualité sonore, tout en se demandant si c'est compatible avec leur casque.

Commençons. Livraison arrivée avec 20 jours d'avance. ça c'est dit.

Ensuite je ne suis pas un expert, ni un musicien.
J'aime depuis que je suis gosse la musique, j'ai 24 ans et j'y connaissais rien. ( connais d'ailleurs )
Mais ! J'ai l'oreille fine, et j'apprécie vraiment écouter de la musique comme beaucoup, j'voulais avoir du beau son
Mon ancien casque m'ayant lâché, qui m'a durer 4 ans ( R.I.P Sennheiser, t'était très bon )

J'ai acheter un DT770 250 Ohm, mais les casques à haute impédance requiert certaines choses pour fonctionner pleinement.

J'ai d'abord acheter une carte son interne que je ne citerais pas, et qui ne faisait pas l'affaire ( imperfection sonore si aucun bruit )

Puis je me suis fait recommandé par un pote qui d'ailleurs ne s'y connais pas du tout la Scarlett Focusrite 2i2 3rd Gen et j'me suis dit, bon go.

Je viens de la recevoir, je la branche, elle s'allume verte puis petit processus d'inscription sur le site rapide, ils te donnent l'exe du logiciel qui s'installe en 2-2 après reboot du PC, et qui ne me servira probablement jamais à rien car je suis pas musicien.

Rooolaalaaa, le son n'a rien à voir doux jésus. ( Désolé j'écoute en même temps que je rédige )

BON, le DT770 250 Ohm tourne bien sur cette interface audio, donc elle suffit à alimenter des 250 ohm, faut pousser le son à fond, mais c'est déjà fort, bien plus que les db d'une écoute régulière.

La qualité est LAAARGE meilleur que des cartes son interne à 40-50 €

Simple d'utilisation

Très petite/compacte

Tu branche juste le cordon d'alim fournis ( USB ) à ton PC ( carte mère ) et de l'autre coté de la Scarlett tu y branche ton casque.

Détail : tu peut y brancher uniquement du jack 6.35, donc les mini-jack ( les plus communs ) passerons pas, pense à prendre un adaptateur du coup de mini-jack -> jack

J'ai l'intention d'essayer soon un autre casque, le 990 semi ouvert je crois quelque chose comme ça, je mettrais à jour d'ici là si j'y pense.

En résumé ?

T'a un casque 250 ohm ou moins ?
Tu veux de la qualité sonore ?
Facilité de transport ?
t'a 150€ dans la poche ?

Bah prend celle-là, t'emmerde pas à chercher plus, j'ai lu des forums et des forums pendant deux journées entière de mecs qui avait aussi cherché pendant des journées entières. Elle fait le taf de fou celle là.

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Focusrite scarlet 2i2 3rd generation

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 28, 2019

style: 2i2 (2 Mic Pres)Pattern Name: InterfaceVerified Purchase

I purchased this on October the 1st it's now almost Hogmanay and I still have not got any software up and running. I'm having another attempt to install the drivers and other software. I did contact focusrite to explain my situation and I am not great at understanding computers. I had no idea how complicated it would be to even install the drivers etc. I ended up in floods of tears because after about 4 hours I still had no success and my computer kept becoming unresponsive meaning I had to force it to shut down. I then had to uninstall the failed software. Because I suffer from severe M.E. which not only has left me severely disabled and in a wheelchair, I struggle with simple cognitive abilities. Things most people take for granted such as following speech or even having the ability to concentrate enough to enjoy a movie. I have used very basic music software in the past, but it was a friend that did all the difficult parts such as installation. He got me up and running. I was a singer songwriter as a hobby health permitting of course, till I became very seriously ill with M.E 3 years ago. The person who I chatted to online from focusrite, really wasn't able to offer me the help and support I so desperately needed. He just brushed me aside and told me to watch the videos online, that there's plenty of videos. The problem is, I'm struggling to follow the tutorials, because they tend to be aimed at people who are fortunate enough to know computer lingo and know how to do basic computer tasks. I'm having another go. I'm patiently waiting for Ableton live to download. I've managed to install the drivers, but I'm not getting any sound through my microphone, I need to troubleshoot why. Maybe it's because it's an SM 58, I noticed someone else who reviewed this product said that he had to bring the volume up really high. I'm in no doubt that this is an incredible piece of kit, it's just I'm not really clued up on technology. I've never been properly taught.

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