Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen | Audio Interface Review & Sound Quality Test

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is the most popular audio interface for beginners and advanced music producers looking for the best interface below $200. The Scarlett 2i2 has just been updated to the new 4th Generation with improvements in the design and quality. Reid Stefan reviews the new version and performs a full sound quality test for the mic preamps, A/D converters, headphone amps, speaker outputs, and more.
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0:00 - Review
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[@GD-tn3ez]

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[@Bradleybrookwood]

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[@GD-tn3ez]

@@Bradleybrookwood yes, Monkey Pox is very dangerous.

[@maxterwel]

Competition does wonders, thanks Arturia, UAD and Audient.

[@DudeLampoon]

Audient id44 and I don't think I'll ever replace it

[@johnngatho6520]

The old one? That and iD22 look like stellar pieces.

[@tafadzwa_madkid]

Minifuse 🔥👏🏿

[@rionvalet]

​@@tafadzwa_madkid I second that

[@andreaiooqk4967]

Romans 8:38-39 And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow-not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love. No power in the sky above or in the earth below-indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord. I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! So, because you are lukewarm-neither hot nor cold-I am about to spit you out of my mouth. You say, ‘I am rich; I have acquired wealth and do not need a thing.’ But you do not realize that you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind and naked. I counsel you to buy from me gold refined in the fire, so you can become rich; and white clothes to wear, so you can cover your shameful nakedness; and salve to put on your eyes, so you can see. (Revelation 3:15-18) you cannot live for this world and not try to stop sinning (being cold) and only believing in God(hot) without turning from sin or sinning and saying God will forgive you after or not read the Bible, pray, worship/obeying God. Which is being a lukewarm. If we are neither cold or hot, God will spit us out his mouth. Do you not know that the wicked will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: Neither the sexually immoral nor idolaters nor adulterers nor male prostitutes nor homosexual offenders 10nor thieves nor the greedy nor drunkards nor slanderers nor swindlers will inherit nor the kingdom of God. 1 Corinthians 6:9-10 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that who ever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 Proverbs 11:2 “When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom. ” Proverbs 16:5 “The LORD detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished. Proverbs 16:18 “Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before before a fall. Genesis 1:26-27 - “Then God said, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness. And let them have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over the livestock and over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth. Jesus is coming back soon!! Repent and believe!! Jesus loves you and wants a relationship with you 🫶🏽 Plis read revelation 3:15-18 on google if you don’t have a Bible. (Exodus 20:7) You shall not invoke the name of the LORD, your God, in vain. Please don’t use Gods name in vain, it’s dangerous Has a nation ever changed its gods? (Yet they are not gods at all.) But my people have exchanged their glorious God for worthless idols. Jeremiah 2:11) having idols of any kind isn’t good 🙅‍♀️ Shall a man make gods unto himself, and they are no gods? Therefore, behold, I will this once cause them to know, I will cause them to know mine hand and my might; and they shall know that my name is The LORD. (Jeremiah 16:20) HAVING IDOLS IS A SIN JEREMIAH 16:20 , JEREMIAH 2:11 Revelation 3:15-18 explains that we can’t be cold and hot at the same time which is being a lukewarm. In other words, if we are hot, which is really repenting and turning from sin) if we are cold we just completely don’t really follow God. If we mix those together it makes a lukewarm which they will be spat out Gods mouth and won’t inherit the kingdom of heaven. For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son,that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.John 3:16. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. John 15:13 Romans 8:38-39 .. John 3:16 .. Revelation 3:15-18 Corinthians 6:9.. John 15:13 Psalms 23:4 Psalms 23:4 || Yea, though I walk through The Valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; rod and thy staff they comfort me. Deuteronomy 31:8. The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7 1 Timothy 2:9-10 I also want women to dress modestly, with decency and propriety, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or expensive clothes, but with good deeds, appropriate for women who profess to worship God. Matthew 5:34 But I say to you , Swear not at all ; neither by heaven; for its Gods throne: JESUS IS COMING BACK SOON!!REPENT BEFORE ITS TOO LATE!!💗

[@helmanfrow]

IMO the only really significant update is the relocation of the mic inputs to the back where they belong. I've been shouting this from the rooftops for like 15 years. Glad someone finally did it.

[@YoungMulaBabies]

Reid, I've been watching you since 2019 and you're the most fun channel related to music production, EVER!! Loved the review. I adore the puppets, keep doing the great work.

[@stringbender57]

Fantastic overview of the 2i2 4th generation. Excellent video, audio and editing. Well done sir! Now subbed.

[@imanilewisglasspiegel2402]

I’m just starting on my recording journey and I’m happy to have you as a resource, Reid! Just purchased!

[@MakeGuitarInterestingChannel]

How is it?4th gen

[@Ninon]

Man I love your videos, such great production. 🔥

[@adl0815]

Thank god they implemented loop back functionality on the 2i2 with the 4th edition! Has been there for the bigger interfaces, but not for the 2i2 till now. 💪

[@LeBeautiful]

They've set the bar even higher with this new remastered design. Incredible work Reid!

[@andreaiooqk4967]

Romans 8:38-39 And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow-not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love. No power in the sky above or in the earth below-indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord. I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! So, because you are lukewarm-neither hot nor cold-I am about to spit you out of my mouth. You say, ‘I am rich; I have acquired wealth and do not need a thing.’ But you do not realize that you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind and naked. I counsel you to buy from me gold refined in the fire, so you can become rich; and white clothes to wear, so you can cover your shameful nakedness; and salve to put on your eyes, so you can see. (Revelation 3:15-18) you cannot live for this world and not try to stop sinning (being cold) and only believing in God(hot) without turning from sin or sinning and saying God will forgive you after or not read the Bible, pray, worship/obeying God. Which is being a lukewarm. If we are neither cold or hot, God will spit us out his mouth. Do you not know that the wicked will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: Neither the sexually immoral nor idolaters nor adulterers nor male prostitutes nor homosexual offenders 10nor thieves nor the greedy nor drunkards nor slanderers nor swindlers will inherit nor the kingdom of God. 1 Corinthians 6:9-10 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that who ever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 Proverbs 11:2 “When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom. ” Proverbs 16:5 “The LORD detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished. Proverbs 16:18 “Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before before a fall. Genesis 1:26-27 - “Then God said, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness. And let them have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over the livestock and over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth. Jesus is coming back soon!! Repent and believe!! Jesus loves you and wants a relationship with you 🫶🏽 Plis read revelation 3:15-18 on google if you don’t have a Bible. (Exodus 20:7) You shall not invoke the name of the LORD, your God, in vain. Please don’t use Gods name in vain, it’s dangerous Has a nation ever changed its gods? (Yet they are not gods at all.) But my people have exchanged their glorious God for worthless idols. Jeremiah 2:11) having idols of any kind isn’t good 🙅‍♀️ Shall a man make gods unto himself, and they are no gods? Therefore, behold, I will this once cause them to know, I will cause them to know mine hand and my might; and they shall know that my name is The LORD. (Jeremiah 16:20) HAVING IDOLS IS A SIN JEREMIAH 16:20 , JEREMIAH 2:11 Revelation 3:15-18 explains that we can’t be cold and hot at the same time which is being a lukewarm. In other words, if we are hot, which is really repenting and turning from sin) if we are cold we just completely don’t really follow God. If we mix those together it makes a lukewarm which they will be spat out Gods mouth and won’t inherit the kingdom of heaven. For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son,that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.John 3:16. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. John 15:13 Romans 8:38-39 .. John 3:16 .. Revelation 3:15-18 Corinthians 6:9.. John 15:13 Psalms 23:4 Psalms 23:4 || Yea, though I walk through The Valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; rod and thy staff they comfort me. Deuteronomy 31:8. The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7 1 Timothy 2:9-10 I also want women to dress modestly, with decency and propriety, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or expensive clothes, but with good deeds, appropriate for women who profess to worship God. Matthew 5:34 But I say to you , Swear not at all ; neither by heaven; for its Gods throne: JESUS IS COMING BACK SOON!!REPENT BEFORE ITS TOO LATE!!💗

[@helmanfrow]

OMFG! I just heard the audio samples and I'm blown away by how much better my confirmation bias makes this interface sound than the Gen 3! It's like night and day!

[@helmanfrow]

​@@benjaminbogenmacher1831KZbin uses OPUS audio which sounds pretty darn good even at lower bit rates. Not that this matters to me. I'm in my late forties and my hearing rolls off pretty drastically over like 12K.

[@boxesofstuff]

😂

[@nickeddowes2629]

Okay just purchased it to upgrade my 1st Gen Scarlett Solo, thanks for the review!

[@Positive_Tea]

For a cheaper but older unit with auto gain and loop back, check out the Evo 4

[@Ghostee333]

luv ur reviews man, wud love for you to cover some of the soundtoys plugins. so much creativity in stuff like echoboy but theres very little videos online fully covering everything in a comprehensible way like you do

[@Ratmirishe]

Great video! I Like how new scarlett looks! now im wondering have you tested it with universal audio volt series? which is cleaner for headphone output in bass and low mids?

[@v3zMedia]

These will be a hit for the Gaming Community. We need a shootout of budget external preamps from you one day. Like under $1k preamps.

[@xseptit]

$200 isnt budget broski

[@NYCDom]

@@xseptitdefinitely is

[@drewscentral5587]

@@xseptit budget means anyt value you set your price point, 200$ is still budget no matter how u look at it. Now if you put the word Low with budget, then yeah 200$ isnt LOW budget... Its more midtier budget.

[@Truthbetold-777]

It looks and sounds like the new 4th generationScarlet 2i2 is going to retain its championship as the most popular and the number #1 budget audio interface. it has set the bar even higher for the competition.

[@ReidStefanMusic]

I agree! they strategically let all the competition drop their offerings, then followed up afterwards with a winning device

[@stickloow9821]

what do think about the rode ai-1 ? @@ReidStefanMusic

[@EnoughOKG]

amazing video ty

[@uhu4677]

1:50 Yes, yes, yes! 💯 Finally! Inputs/Outputs on a desktop interface like that belong at the back. (Actually I'd wish, all ports would be at the back. But having the XLR ports there is the most important for me.)

[@helmanfrow]

💯

[@iamkarramusic]

Focusrite was my first interface! 🔥

[@ReidStefanMusic]

Same 🚀

[@blair530-]

yo

[@jayvzrd3349]

Same

[@carlosmohia7569]

Sounds so crisp! Less muddy!

[@bighousemusic628]

First off the 4th gen sounds closer to a lynx and the preamps is superior i have 1st and 2nd gen ill be getting one of these

[@RAM_845]

Reid I see you got the Karra puppet noice hehe

[@ThePhantomJack]

I own a clarett 8Pre and I am quite envious right now.

[@AnzaSengani]

+1 new subscriber 👍🏾 , any feed back about the headphone sound output? I'm particularly curious if there's any perceived tonal difference

[@creativegeenyus1819]

I can tell the difference with earbuds a little. The recording on Gen 3 has some sort of weight to the recording. So you can tell it was some work done to the recording to have it sit in the mix. The recording done on Gen 4 sounds like it naturally sits in the mix even after the mixing chain is added. Yea some changes have been added. I now want to update.

[@colinbrunette54]

Been using the two input one since January. Works well enough to get stuff done for me. Def would use better equipment for a more serious thing that people would analyze every aspect of

[@ericsplittgerber5154]

I just bought a discounted Solo like a day before they announced the new gen, rofl. Guess I'll stick with the old one for a while.

[@Gxldxn95]

I bought the 3rd gen but didn’t like it then I bought the EVO 8 and love it now this new one has features the Evo already did.

[@niallsbasstones9713]

Cool review. A question. Could I plug / send the audio (Bass Guitar) from this Gen 4 Scarlett directly into my iPhone 14 Pro Max?

[@LaurentSparksMusic]

I recently got rid of my old focusrite interface and upgraded to a steinberg, the difference is night and day, steinberg created ASIO so it runs perfectly with ASIO drivers and makes for almost 0 latency, I loved my 2i2 while it lasted but the it was literally causing blue screens so idk, to each their own

[@itsmaistro]

I'm getting this for the simple fact I can plug my mic in the back now and not have to always remove it to record audio

[@charvlim5159]

how can a puppet explain all these changes and upgrades so much better than most reviewers out there. keeping it so simple to understand and none of those mambo-jambo jargon terms only level 90+ audiophile wizards can understand., enjoyed watching the whole thing!

[@johnwinslow8841]

did you have the air mode on with your caparison test?

[@michaelmurphy7241]

Is this raw audio or did you add plugins to hype up this unit

[@prodbykun5733]

So i buy the arturia or this?

[@LegendaryMaoMao20]

I really love love LOVE the 2i2, but where are the XLR inputs on the front? I'm curious if they removed it or not

[@ReidStefanMusic]

4:45 they’re on the back

[@jbr8231]

Hi, I love your puppet, where can I buy those type of puppets ? Thanks a lot for your great videos ! :D

[@johnwinslow8841]

Is the USB C connection solid? Does it snap into place, similar to plugging into a phone?

[@foreignwoods8138]

Is this good enough for the neumann tlm 102? 2i2 or 4i4?

[@itskells7557]

Reid my bro, i have to tell you, your sample packs legit af 💯 ive been beatin up like the same 3 disrespectful 808’s for a while and i still get asked by higher profile producers yo… what 808 is that? 😂😁🙏🏻 thanks for helping supply me with the tools I need to succeed 🔥

[@TutorialMasAri]

Nice and cool doll gloves. I was tinking it was a real doll's hand 😅

[@Pink-Kiwi]

listening with a pair of hifiman edition XS on a schiit magnius/modius stack balanced i couldnt pick out any conclusive differences in the audio samples provided... also woulda liked to see the rear IO as i didnt see any XLR ports up front

[@AKSKMY]

Hmm the GEN 4 seems to have bass cut slightly less punch from what I'm hearing through the video at least. Clarity wise seems to be quite close to each other.

[@yannick23]

How is it comparatively to the Volt2?

[@askosaarelainen]

Is the instrument line still too hot on a guitar with active pickups like it was in 3gen?

[@eigos]

Compare that Scarlett 4th gen vs the Motu M4 and let's see how that goes (I've got the Motu M4, it's great)

[@brunobarros5034]

Great vid. I made a decision of buying a Volt 2 based on your video comparing the 3th gen 2i2 with the Volt 2. Would like to hear your opinion on how the 4th gen compare with the Volt 2. Keep up the excelent work!

[@bobbyxsteevbeats]

It doesn’t matter lol just create… they’re both good

[@bobbyxsteevbeats]

Just because someone tells you “this preamp is better blah blah” they all do the same basic function and good at it… don’t lose your creativity to whatever you’re doing because of gear

[@brunobarros5034]

@@bobbyxsteevbeats thank you, man. I completely agree with you. Gear doesn't make music, but I also believe we should invest our money in the best gear possible inside our given budget. I already own the volt 2 and I'm pretty happy with it.

[@bobbyxsteevbeats]

@@brunobarros5034 you already have great gear.

[@bobbyxsteevbeats]

@@brunobarros5034 why fix something that isn't broken? I love focusrite for being consistent with the new gear but stuff like this can put people in a gear frenzy when you don't need to replace anything yet.

[@EddieArafa]

Hello, I have a quick question do I need a couldlifter or a fethead with this new gen when using a low gain dynamic mic such as the sm7b?

[@Alex-bl8uh]

The 2i2 should have no problem

[@mrsnapple5827]

Great review, def using safe music no one would copy 🧀😆

[@KinghAsi]

Dope Review ...i have to get one now ... hopefully there not super pricey.

[@YAWN....]

um, he said the price in the review...

[@Venomancerous]

Hello. I wanted to ask. I bought KRK classic 5 and i have creative zxr sound card. But it has some strange scratching and popping noises sometimes, should i upgrade it to scarlet gen 4? For movies, games and music? I dont produce. Thanks.

[@helmanfrow]

3:22 I'm pretty sure you meant to say that the Air _circuit_ haa been re-engineered, not the button.

[@RealKingOfCricket]

Will I need cloud lifter for SM7B if I get 4th gen 2i2?

[@YLONTHEBEAT]

no

[@bruktadesee841]

I have a dt 770 pro 250 ohm headphone and it has enough power to drive it well?

[@jibbrian417]

Will it work if I use Mavericks since it doesn't require drivers?

[@j187um3]

Why do I only have one air mode option that’s just green on mine when I click it twice it doesn’t turn yellow

[@adityamaanas9470]

How does this compare to the UAD volt?

[@tbonebeattz9347]

You think a 4th Gen 8i6 is coming?

[@Alotofjoints]

They are getting really close to the expensive interfaces its a crazy jump between these 2 really wild

[@mikeillgaming4224]

Cable management 👌🏿

[@nawafnfe3e919]

I am a newbie and I just bought HD6XX and I wanna buy this for my headband and mic. Well that headband Reach full power

[@tibsyy895]

Hi, can you connect a pair of Wharfedale EVO 4.2 to this Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen? Thanks!

[@user-zj3wt1xu6x]

there was discord noise issue on 3rd gen. is that fixed?

[@joshyepyepzo8356]

Are you able to Test if you can play backing tracks from your 'Samsung Phone' VIA the USB C port, I do this on my Solo Gen 3 and it works perfectly out through my monitors, I just dont want to buy this product and realize that Focusrite have changed something.

[@allegarch4089]

Hello, I bought a sound box and where is the headphone adjustment knob I have a slight play, as if the knob itself doesn’t sit well, is it how it should be or is it just me?

[@samueloluyinkaojomu6548]

If you are faced with this 2 scenerio which would you prefer or go for. Option 1 is tracking with an Apollo twin x using universal audio prepamps and compressors for traking in or Option 2 Using an Audient ID44 mkii with real analog compressors as inserts for tracking. Which would you go for if you are tracking vocals, saxophone, bass and guitar and mixing 100% in the box without UAD plugins

[@ReidStefanMusic]

The analog gear would sound better even if you pumped the signal into a cheaper interface. The miniature preamp components within interfaces can’t compete with the full size preamps within dedicated preamps

[@Chillguyming]

how do you use autotune after done with the central

[@invertexto.]

Idk if its the artist but the 4th sounds more open and less closed up compared to the 3rd gen

[@Luke-ot6mk]

Awesome

[@sunnyschramm9650]

a latency performance-test would be the most important thing to know.

[@ReidStefanMusic]

the direct monitoring button has zero perceivable latency for you to hear your dry mic directly as you record regardless of your buffer size settings in your DAW

[@moddaudio]

My channel has some free software that can measure latency. Also the monitor button may not be zero latency, but a low latency digital signal. At least that was what I saw on my Motu M4.

[@NewMateo]

Anyone know the pre amp db? I have an old 2i4 / 2nd gen but recently had to buy a cloud lifter. Wondering if I still need it if I decide to upgrade.

[@ReidStefanMusic]

The sound quality test at 6:00 answers your question. CloudLifters are no longer necessary with these improved preamps. The first audio test is a Shure SM7B plugged directly into the 4th Generation Scarlett 2i2 with no CloudLifter

[@NewMateo]

@ReidStefanMusic you rock thank you.

[@NONIZYtv]

How do I order..

[@29esther30]

Hey guys im just trying to find a audio interface for gaming/streaming what do you guys suggest i was thinking about the Focusrite Scarlet 2i2 4th gen or the audient evo 4 or maybe the elgato wave xlr please guys help me out i just want good mic quality.

[@harald5464]

@ReidStefanMusic Hi Reid, I've been wanting to purchase a Neumann MT48 for a while but feel it's been a little much. I recently sold both an Apollo x6 and a Scarlett 2i2 3rd gen because of disappointing sound quality, especially the outputs on the Scarlett. I've read and heard that the MT48 is like beyond comparison much better than both the x6 and 2i2. How well would you say this new 4th 2i2 fares against the MT48? I'm using an SM7b and Genelec 8020D's. Think I'll get an MT48 eventually anyhow, but interested in your opinion. Thank you

[@ReidStefanMusic]

MT48 sounds the best, but it’s $2000 for two mic inputs, which is not affordable to many people

[@876Plug]

4th gen have a smooth top on the vocal, 3th gen have more dynamic top end

[@YAWN....]

agreed

[@RealHomeRecording]

Now hold on just a minute these interfaces just came out yesterday, how the heck did you get your puppet hands on one?

[@ReidStefanMusic]

They sent me one in advanced to test and review

[@RealHomeRecording]

@@ReidStefanMusic what? Impossible! 😆

[@pvampman]

Lol….too funny

[@FreestyleGalaxyNMore]

.. he's the realest puppet in the game....

[@metin1504]

wait so if the XLR inputs are on the back, can you still control the gain of the XLRs with the knobs on the front?

[@helmanfrow]

Yup.

[@metin1504]

nicee ty

[@ImActuallyABanana]

I dont like the xlr being the back tbh.. doesnt work with my type of setup. Would have to reach around the back every time i connect my xlr

[@ReidStefanMusic]

I think many people appreciate the XLRs on the back for improved cable management

[@email16v]

I must be deaf because I didn't hear a difference between the 3rd and 4th gen. Thanks for a very, very good video.

[@VertexChannel1]

Yes,you are defenetly deaf.

[@876Plug]

4th gen have a smooth top on the vocal, 3th gen have more dynamic top end

[@DrewBrisc1]

This or volt2? Or motu 2?

[@Tammys_tunes]

what I'm confused by for the 2i2 is, since the XLR and instrument jacks are now seperate, what happens if i connect two microphones and 2 guitars? what will the preamps do? can I record 4 tracks at once like that? I know it's called "2input", but I count 4

[@dillonjohnlane]

I was curious about this too, apparently the instrument jacks "overwrite" the XLR if plugged in. I'll have to test when mine comes.

[@Tammys_tunes]

@@dillonjohnlane i read the manual and it indeed repeatedly says that the front jacks disable the back xlr's. I ordered the 4i4 regardless, but yeah it irked me.

[@user-pf9qv2cx4v]

Can a rode NT1 5th generation and audio technica ATH M 50 headset both fit in this interface? Or are the plugs built for certain equipment? Cuz I’m Trina get these 3 things

[@ReidStefanMusic]

Yes those will all connect perfectly

[@Lovestronaut]

is the loopback function also on the scarlett solo?

[@FocusriteTV]

Yes, that's right! All Scarlett 4th Gen audio interfaces benefit from Loopback virtual inputs.

[@waves7300]

You know it’s official when the puppet gives a review

[@esloquehay1341]

When the 18i20?

[@mikenorman6697]

They do sound different but not sure if the 4th Gen is better than the 3rd Gen. On the vocals I can hear a little more clarity/transparency on the 4th Gen but think the 3rd Gen has perhaps more body? It would be interesting to hear the same test done with a condenser mic. Could the 4th Gen sound a little too toppy....or even harsh as a result of its extra clarity/transparency I wonder??

[@SDPickups]

I didn't hear anything worth another hundred bucks. The automatic parts are things I don't want, it takes away control from the user and might not be so great. 3rd Gen is what I bought because of its simplicity vs the others that have way too many bells and whistles and software I'll never use.

[@julian4632]

Good day. To be connected to a laptop, is it necessary to connect the interface to an outlet?

[@ReidStefanMusic]

It’s not necessary but the extra electricity source is helpful for all the internal components to run consistently

[@ProdDJD]

How did you bypass the preamps? As far as I know that's not possible with the 2i2, definitely not with the 3rd gen...

[@ReidStefanMusic]

Send line level audio thru the 1/4 inch inputs

[@ProdDJD]

@@ReidStefanMusic those are inputs? I thought they were outputs this whole time... I'm so confused because how do people connect their studio monitors if those are line ins? I wish I got a clearer understanding of the ports...

[@ReidStefanMusic]

the speaker outputs are on the back. The XLR inputs are also on the back. The front has quarter inch inputs for guitar or line level audio,​ plus one headphone output@@ProdDJD

[@ProdDJD]

@@ReidStefanMusic and what about for the 3rd gen, because I have it and there are no ports in the front for bypassing the preamps :( sorry if I'm asking so much but I'm lost at how the comparison would work if it's only a feature on the gen 4

[@mitchellb9122]

I wanna see this compared to the volt 2!!!

[@ReidStefanMusic]

I have a comparison of Focusrite 3rd Gen vs Volt 2 on my channel

[@musicholic7777]

Hey, if I turn the output knob all the way down, but turn the headphone knob up, will I still hear a sound in my headphones? Cause when I record my vocals, I don't want monitor speakers to be on.

[@ReidStefanMusic]

Yes your headphone volume is separate from your monitor volume

[@ducs1000]

Do you still recommend the ua volt 2 ? Or is the scarlett just better now ?

[@ReidStefanMusic]

Scarlett is better now

[@withsoleil]

Damn, what camera do you use? the quality of the video makes me feel that I can see better

[@ReidStefanMusic]

Red Gemini

[@withsoleil]

@@ReidStefanMusic wow. I just checked it out. Damn, one day, one day.

[@mikolajjordan]

You mention that you prefer to have 5v power cable plugged. My question is: when you turn off your computer, does Scarlett also turn off, without the need to unplug 5v usb power cable? I’ve heard that people complain that they have to unplug 5v cable to turn off the focusrite.

[@ReidStefanMusic]

Yes it will continue to power on with regular USB power. The extra 5v is just assistance to better supply all the more demanding internal components with more electricity consistently

[@ridwankurniawan4886]

How to use analog insert, when you only have 2 channel line out?

[@ReidStefanMusic]

Yes line out would be your output to connect analog gear when you have no extra outputs

[@shopzGG]

Would it be good to use as a audio dac for my headphones or should I buy something seperate for that

[@ReidStefanMusic]

The converters in here are perfectly good for production and mixing. High paid mastering professionals might want to invest in dedicated converters or more expensive interface for their work. But this will absolutely cover all your needs for most uses

[@shopzGG]

im just a competitive gamer and wanted better audio quality and heard dac are a pretty good upgrade compared to mobo so i just wanted to know if i should just get a specified amp dac or if i could use a scarlett 4th gen and the dac on that would be basically the same@@ReidStefanMusic

[@samuelkilik8233]

whats the first song name

[@johnwinslow8841]

wow, the sound quality difference is very noticeable.

[@LegendaryfromTCI]

You should use both of them bro

[@johnwinslow8841]

Need help, please. Is the USB connection on the 4th Gen Scarlett Solo good? Does it snap into place like a phone cable? The 3rd Gen Solo that I bought new came with a loose connection. The cable would try to fall out when moving the interface. Thanks.

[@ReidStefanMusic]

Yes both the USB-C and power supply USB-C snap securely into place 👍

[@johnwinslow8841]

@@ReidStefanMusic thanks for the response. You're a puppet and a scholar.

[@BaltimoreReese]

Are they going to update the 18i20? I need the inputs 😢

[@ReidStefanMusic]

Probably 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@oldtimer666]

Should i upgrade my previous gen CLARETT PRE2 USB interface with the scarlett 2i2 4thgen for the sm7b?

[@ReidStefanMusic]

Yes

[@user-ez3sj7iv2m]

@@ReidStefanMusic does it sound better then the clarette usb2 or same ?