Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 - Setup & Demo

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BenoniStudio

BenoniStudio

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SUBSCRIBE - In this video we look at the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Second Generation USB audio interface, see what's included, and set it up.
I am on Windows, so we will install the provided driver, if you are on Mac, there is no driver needed.
The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is a small, but capable USB 2.0 audio interface. It has 2 inputs that accept an XLR or 1/4" input, and 2 balanced 1/4" outputs. The unit is bus powered, meaning it is powered by the computer (no need to plug in to an outlet)
This is a well made and premium feeling audio interface, even though it's very inexpensive. The brushed aluminum shell looks great and protects the interface from damage.
It has all the features you need to get recording fast. The two included preamps have 50db of gain (which is a lot for an interface in this price range) and each input has glowing halos that alert you to your input levels. Green = Good, Red = Bad (clipping).
The 2i2 does not use the Focusrite Control software. If you want that, you need to get the 6i6 or above. But all the controls you need are right on the interface, such as direct monitoring.
The bottom line is that this interface features a lot for the money. This is an interface I would recommend if you are new to recording or you want something that is small and portable.
You'll even get a couple included DAWs, and several free plugins. Plus, every couple of months Focusrite features new free plugins for people who own Focusrite audio interfaces. We'll take a look at this in the video as well.
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@BEBE-cc2oc
@BEBE-cc2oc 11 ай бұрын
Anyone who works in the field of content creation needs to have a Focusrite Scarlett 2i2. It has a strong construction, excellent audio quality, low latency, and a great software package. This audio interface is perfect for musicians, podcasters, and KZbinrs who want to produce higher-quality recordings. For that reason, the Scarlett 2i2 ought to be at the top of your list if you're looking for the best audio interface available. You're going to love it!
@CrocoiClarinet
@CrocoiClarinet 6 ай бұрын
😮 11:38
@grwuk
@grwuk 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to do this. As a complete novice it was really useful and taught me a great deal.
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 4 жыл бұрын
thanks for the view. Here's another video about another interface that also goes into great detail for new folks kzbin.info/www/bejne/sInTn4WjZalrkJY
@KiLLJOY1056
@KiLLJOY1056 5 ай бұрын
Can I keep using my wireless usb dongle headset into my computer? Or do i need to get a regular headset that plugs into the interface? ​@@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 5 ай бұрын
@@KiLLJOY1056 if you are routing your computer audio thru the Scarlett then you would have to plug headphones into the Scarlett to hear the audio.
@rickhenry1833
@rickhenry1833 Жыл бұрын
Pretty intense tutorial. straight to the point and it covers a great deal other vid creators leave out ! Great job mate !
@Lildroox
@Lildroox Жыл бұрын
I lost the box I didn’t know there it was a bundle code do u know how can I fix that?
@thejupiter1744
@thejupiter1744 4 жыл бұрын
I have to say I’m delighted with my Focusrite bundle. Paid about £20 more for the table mic arm and pop filter. The registered number is on the box but the bundle code IS ON THE INSIDE OF THE BOX STUCK TO THE SURFACE OF THE BOX. I have GarageBand so didn’t bother with the free software and as I’ve an iMac I didn’t need the Focusrite drivers anyway. I’m recording great and the mic and pop filter are great for vocals. 10 out of 10!
@slowlearner4721
@slowlearner4721 4 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial, thank you. Being a non-techie (old fart) but a person considering buying one of these, your tutorial really helped take the techno-fear away and concerns about being able to set this piece of kit up. Thank you.
@hookyhook6006
@hookyhook6006 4 жыл бұрын
I’m getting mine next week and I’m on the same boat as you.
@feeder1236
@feeder1236 4 жыл бұрын
Thank god you showed what type of cable must go in for the studio monitors ... watched about 15 vids and only this one got that detail ! THANK YOU
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 4 жыл бұрын
thanks for watching 👍
@axmpssm61
@axmpssm61 5 жыл бұрын
This is the best tutorial out there. Thank you!!!!
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the view 👍
@AJ-150
@AJ-150 3 жыл бұрын
I second that 👍
@matt1anime
@matt1anime 4 жыл бұрын
Just have to say kudos for making a very easy to understand video and taking the time to reply to a lot of additional questions people have regarding the hardware in general in the comments. Thanks!
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment and for watching 👍
@weatherviewer
@weatherviewer 2 жыл бұрын
I just bought my Focusrite and will be using your guide to help me set it up! Thanks!!
@DjOroYT
@DjOroYT 5 ай бұрын
Bro Thank You so much ! I was searching for an interface to start my studio and i came up with the 2i2. I bought the interface and i was trying to hook it up with my computer ! I searched for videos and YOU had the most useful ! Keep up the good work man !
@ΓιώργοςΓκρίζης-β6ρ
@ΓιώργοςΓκρίζης-β6ρ 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you I am a beginner so I couldn't find out how to do it and by watching this video I understood everything
@paulseano5100
@paulseano5100 2 жыл бұрын
I agree with Carlos del Rio in his comment below. This tutorial is very helpful to both the savvy and not so savvy. Better than the manufacturer’s video. Thank you
@AoSCoach
@AoSCoach 2 жыл бұрын
Mate this is the best and most helpful video I found on the Scarlett + SM7B. Thank you
@sublibrarian
@sublibrarian 4 жыл бұрын
Most useful video guide for this interface. Even better than the official tutorial by Focusrite. Thanks.
@double_milez
@double_milez Жыл бұрын
For real
@LBJ314
@LBJ314 4 жыл бұрын
This tutorial was the BEST ONE!! Thank you!
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the view 👍
@SeadartVSG
@SeadartVSG 4 жыл бұрын
This is a good demo. I would warn folks that using Windows machines, there can be a lot of adjusting the default settings on your computer. Also I am not able to use both channels at the same time, even after increasing the buffer size, and going through all of the trouble shooting doccumentation from Focusrite, this seems to be a problem with the unit needing too much current from the computer's USB port to drive both inputs, the result is if you use two channels, one of the channels will be distorted, even though the input levels are below the clipping level. No help from Focusrite.
@konjunto2477
@konjunto2477 4 жыл бұрын
By using to channel do you mean a mic into the lefinput and a guitar plugged into the right inputat the same time. I am new to this . I just ordered my 2i2 and will receive it around 4/8 due to the skeleton crew work force. Thanks to anyone that can amswer this.
@SeadartVSG
@SeadartVSG 4 жыл бұрын
@@konjunto2477 Yes essentially that is correct Since I posted this I have tried a large number of fixes, now the problem seems to be intermittent, (does not happen all the time). I'm not sure what parameter helped fix the problem. I stopped using a mixing box for the vocal mike before going into the 2i2, and I have my guitar pedal board going into the left channel and my vocal reverb/compression pedal going into the right. It seems there is little playroom from having a weak single to a signal that clips. Be sure to follow the set up instructions in the quick start form that comes with the interface, it gets you registered and gives you the correct update.
@reddon1969
@reddon1969 3 жыл бұрын
Would this work better with a MacBook? I'm a PC guy, but willing to try what works best
@SeadartVSG
@SeadartVSG 3 жыл бұрын
@@reddon1969 My wife had an old mac book she was not using and I set up everything on in about 10 minutes with all my mixers, monitors, headphones etc. I'm still using Audacity . So absolutely no issues using a Mac. Before I did this I discovered that part of the problem with the PC was the headphone jack I was using. It works with everything else that uses a stereo mini jack but not with the 2i2.
@joseortega2091
@joseortega2091 5 жыл бұрын
I looks at so many vids... this kn is the best on how to set it up. Thank you!
@GiannisChicago
@GiannisChicago 4 жыл бұрын
This made so much sense. Very well explained compared to these other videos. Subscribed ! Thanks so much.
@deAfricanFrance
@deAfricanFrance 4 жыл бұрын
Honestly the most helpful video I’ve seen on KZbin! Super clutch man🙏🏾
@flatcat47
@flatcat47 2 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU for beginning with explaining the power source!
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 3 жыл бұрын
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@imelvino
@imelvino 3 жыл бұрын
when you hooked up your guitar a popup of an amp came up was that part of the software as well or something else?
@TsvetanRadushev
@TsvetanRadushev 3 жыл бұрын
Hello! If I use scarlet with one dynamic XLR that do not need phantom and one that require phantom power. Is it possible to turn on phantom power only on one input? 🤔
@pekpek1424
@pekpek1424 9 ай бұрын
We cant put preamp on this ?
@SungMook
@SungMook 4 жыл бұрын
My mac is not downloading the software for whatever reason upon installation. It keeps giving me the run around, making me re-download every time; but never opening the actual software
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 4 жыл бұрын
I don't know what software you are referring to. For Mac, you don't need the driver, just plug and play. If it's any of the other software it could be hundreds of possible problems. Could be an OS that is not supported, could be an anti-virus that is corrupting the installer, etc.. If it's a specific app, it's best to contact the manufacture directly.
@shir09
@shir09 4 жыл бұрын
Great Video! I'm going to buy my first audio interface and it's gonna be this one! Thank you for the explanation. Help out a lot
@Ethan-yx3xd
@Ethan-yx3xd 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for making this! Super helpful
@roncarter2188
@roncarter2188 Жыл бұрын
Man there seems to be a bunch of registering and downloading to get up and running, but it seems to be well worth it.
@JonSnowIII
@JonSnowIII 3 жыл бұрын
I like your voice. It’s not what I thought I’d leave on this video but… there it is.
@wisdomemmanuel7319
@wisdomemmanuel7319 3 жыл бұрын
just got a new scarlet 2i2, thanks this tutorial was very helpful
@lizzi.reynoso
@lizzi.reynoso Жыл бұрын
WHAT IF I CAN'T find my bundle code?? Like I got rid of the box.
@soulaidmusic
@soulaidmusic 4 жыл бұрын
I have installed the driver but can't find that in sound playback options....pls help
@rickr.mortis4821
@rickr.mortis4821 3 жыл бұрын
This tutorial answered some of my questions. Thanks.
@ceejuschrist658
@ceejuschrist658 Жыл бұрын
What if you buy it second hand off of someone with out the box?
@dornellebrazil9218
@dornellebrazil9218 2 ай бұрын
It syncs and allows you to update
@IVIonitorr
@IVIonitorr 2 ай бұрын
I just did this a few minutes ago. Contact support tell them that you don't have access to the box and tell them the serial number, and they will give you the code
@ramonarroyo5573
@ramonarroyo5573 5 жыл бұрын
Interesting thanks appreciate it very much
@xXChipp3000Xx
@xXChipp3000Xx 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorial! Thanks for sharing. Wicked Guitar!
@extencityhair
@extencityhair 2 жыл бұрын
What an excellent tutorial, thank you so much! This was super helpful:) I wish you had a video using the Scarlett and recording with Adobe Audition. You would’ve been the best teacher. *sigh* My next search begins…lol
@Walter-rj3gk
@Walter-rj3gk 11 ай бұрын
Does that 9 string djent?
@pauljrogersmusic
@pauljrogersmusic Жыл бұрын
A great video. Thanks so much. I now know how to fix the latency issues I kept getting :-)
@mredmister3014
@mredmister3014 2 жыл бұрын
This is very well done. Thank you!
@ValerieAgustin
@ValerieAgustin 3 жыл бұрын
This video is very detailed and so helpful for new scarlett user like us.
@muzerino
@muzerino 8 ай бұрын
Great video. You just made that so simple. Thanks.
@YRUH8TN14
@YRUH8TN14 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you brotha I appreciate this video it’s helping set up for my podcast
@iGaming00701
@iGaming00701 Жыл бұрын
Thank you 🎉 merry Christmas 🎉
@Craz-E
@Craz-E 4 жыл бұрын
So i bought my interface on Ebay it came and btw it was already used and i tried to out the bundle code and it said bundle code was already used is it another way to install it without using a bundle code
@griffa00
@griffa00 4 жыл бұрын
If you're talking about the drivers, you can download them from the focrusrite website.
@mr.niceguy9428
@mr.niceguy9428 3 жыл бұрын
Wow man! Nice tutorial love it💙
@Zohan49
@Zohan49 4 жыл бұрын
do you know if sound from your pc can come through at the same time with the guitar? Like backing tracks etc?
@jojo-fj7lw
@jojo-fj7lw 3 жыл бұрын
So the microphone plug ins is also considered as an inst not a line category? Isn't it. That's what I saw on ur video :)
@yvngcatchy
@yvngcatchy 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you could you get pro tools as well from the Scarlett 2i2 because I just got one never mind you answer that video appreciate it
@lixyyt7352
@lixyyt7352 4 жыл бұрын
Can yu use a piano ?
@aashutoshkulakarni9614
@aashutoshkulakarni9614 4 жыл бұрын
@@lixyyt7352 no cause it doesn't have a midi in and out
@slowjammer1461
@slowjammer1461 3 жыл бұрын
any advice on how to fix the bug described here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqWbhIyvjrOInrs - Focusrite is unresponsive
@VillTheBill
@VillTheBill 5 жыл бұрын
Ive been looking for this tutorial for so long
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 5 жыл бұрын
thanks for the view 👍
@rain73ful
@rain73ful 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the detailed info. It helps-a lot!
@scoottotheboot
@scoottotheboot 4 жыл бұрын
when I restart it doesnt do anything after downloading the driver
@ndar
@ndar 4 жыл бұрын
hello, I planning to buy this. but one question, if you plugged in your headphones and line outputs to speakers at the same time, sound from the pc will come to headphones and line outputs too?
@dannyhousers
@dannyhousers 4 жыл бұрын
Believe so. My homie has a headphone splitter coming out the headphone jack, and two speakers plugged into the back. Both work at the same time.
@benv4514
@benv4514 5 жыл бұрын
i have my mic connected and my headphones connected, i couldnt install the drivers and i can only hear things, not make any sound using my mic
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 5 жыл бұрын
You need the ASIO driver for this interface to work correctly (on Windows). Why can't you install the driver?
@masteringandmixingservices6760
@masteringandmixingservices6760 2 жыл бұрын
Your voice sounds very good, what microphone do you use? Thank you!
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 2 жыл бұрын
I don't remember. Probably a large diaphragm condenser of some type.
@hey3184
@hey3184 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you and very helpful
@szymonurbanski1613
@szymonurbanski1613 5 жыл бұрын
thank you!
@CeebtsheejEntertainment
@CeebtsheejEntertainment 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your telling abput it and slowly and show to understand i had Subs for you
@amy6465
@amy6465 3 жыл бұрын
11:12 is a nice metal guitar sound.. good video guide bro.. tq
@davidrowan3853
@davidrowan3853 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, I thought it was just plug in and play. Not surprisingly it hasnt worked
@YOUNGFEAST91
@YOUNGFEAST91 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you brother life saver 🙏🏾🙏🏾💯
@rorycubaking9572
@rorycubaking9572 Жыл бұрын
excellent tutorial. thanks
@___viceroy_
@___viceroy_ 3 жыл бұрын
how i canget bundlecode, my box are missing :(
@K.mersch
@K.mersch 4 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure whether to get a Headphone DAC (eg. Creative Sound Blaster) or this Focusrite Scarlett so I can connect my headphones to it and also my studio monitors and sub. Is a dedicated headphone DAC like the Creative Sound Blaster for example have better specs in terms of powering your headphones than this Focusrite?
@abdomination
@abdomination 4 жыл бұрын
Neither one is a good option if you're just looking for something for headphones.
@corazoninmaculado77
@corazoninmaculado77 8 ай бұрын
great tutorial... thank you.
@fianperdana
@fianperdana 3 жыл бұрын
I still don't get the sound in playback, scarlett 2i2 is set up both in playback & recording sound setting. What should I do then in routing focusrite on my windows? Thank you
@sunmila9303
@sunmila9303 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, the video was very helpful
@kczleon735
@kczleon735 4 жыл бұрын
Just to get it right: if I'm only recording my voice and want to hear the beat from my daw (through headphones) the only cable going from my laptop to the scarlett is a usb cable. It transfers a signal in and out? Im sorry im a tech noob, but your video was awesome and helpful!
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 4 жыл бұрын
Yes. An audio interface includes something called an A/D and D/A (Analog to Digital and Digital to Analog converter) If you were to plug a guitar into input 1, the pre-amp amplifies the signal and sends it to the converter where the analog sound is turned into digital information sent through the USB cable and recorded in your DAW. But of course we (humans) can't HEAR digital (numbers/0s & 1s) so the sound from the DAW is sent back to the audio interface via the USB cable where it turns that digital information back into analog sound that we can hear through headphones or speakers. The analog signal is essentially electrical impulses (from the interface) that cause speakers to move and create sound waves that then hit our ear drums causing the same vibration of the eardrums based on the frequency of the waveform. This eardrum vibration is then converted to electrical impulses by the auditory nerve that our brains can understand as sound, words, music, melody, notes/pitch, etc... TL;DR Yes, all you need is the USB cable. If you want to hear sound though, you must have headphones or speakers connected to the audio interface.
@kczleon735
@kczleon735 4 жыл бұрын
@@BenoniStudio Big thanks man. This explanation is exactly what i've been looking for!
@ImJustUzi
@ImJustUzi 5 жыл бұрын
Best tutorial thank you
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the view 👍
@AarohShankarMusic
@AarohShankarMusic 3 жыл бұрын
Can we use the Scarlett by installing drivers on windows and a few months later, in Mac? Is there any problem regarding registering the product?
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 3 жыл бұрын
No problem at all. Registration has nothing to do with the exact computer you are using the unit on.
@adrianbunea9778
@adrianbunea9778 4 жыл бұрын
when i open sound settings to choose my input it says speakers focusrite usb instead of focusrite like i had before
@aaronjademusic5197
@aaronjademusic5197 Ай бұрын
Awesome video! I had purchased a presonus bundle pack years ago and it was too difficult. This seems a lot easier! Question: Can I use Garage Band instead of Pro Tools on my IPad?
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio Ай бұрын
Any DAW will work with the Scarlett
@gixxerboy555
@gixxerboy555 4 жыл бұрын
Is this also usable for DJ-Controllers?
@2150dalek
@2150dalek 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, very helpful.
@allybaquero2586
@allybaquero2586 5 жыл бұрын
Hi:) I noticed in the comments that you know how to have effects on your voice while recording. Could you make a video explaining the process with the Scarlett 2i2? Thank you!
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 5 жыл бұрын
Just put the effects on the track in your DAW, and monitor through the DAW. Make sure the Direct Monitor is off. You may have latency though depending on the plugins.
@gigikeke12
@gigikeke12 4 жыл бұрын
very well done. what if you aren't recording but want to play live with others online. Can you add any plug in effects to your vocals in a live situation?
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 4 жыл бұрын
Sure. But you would have to route the output of your DAW into whatever program you are using to stream. OR do it in the streaming program itself. It all depends on what you are using.
@eseglorious4547
@eseglorious4547 7 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@edruiz1202
@edruiz1202 4 жыл бұрын
Great video!!! Thanks. Does each driver take a lot of memory? I own a MacBook.
@naturesdose
@naturesdose 3 жыл бұрын
Very well explained....thanks a ton :)
@elishalott8860
@elishalott8860 8 ай бұрын
Love this!!!
@TheProd94
@TheProd94 4 жыл бұрын
Does this help with DAWs? Im having trouble with my FL studio clipping. (I know this is off topic) but i’ve tried literally everything! From reducing CPU to messing with the buffer settings. And it only seems to be clipping when i connect it to speakers, which are the KRK Rokits . Someone please help!!!
@acaballero-ph
@acaballero-ph 4 жыл бұрын
Can someone help me? I did a reset on my PC, so i have to reinstall the drivers. I log in and i see my product, serial number, etc. but when i click on ''drivers'' or on ''get started'' ( 3:24 ) and nothing happens, i don't know if the web is broken or something, if someone can help pls
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 4 жыл бұрын
You can get the drivers here customer.focusrite.com/en/support/downloads?brand=Focusrite&product_by_range=551&download_type=all
@zigazorin8893
@zigazorin8893 5 жыл бұрын
Helped me a lot🤘thank you! But why did you care so much about bluring serial number n stuff made me curious 😂
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 5 жыл бұрын
The serial number is what you register to get some of the included content. You can't show them publicly or you could get a strike on your channel.
@IrishChippy
@IrishChippy 4 жыл бұрын
Great comprehensive review, Brian. Am I correct in thinking that the second channel on this model can produce phantom power as well for a second condenser microphone.
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 4 жыл бұрын
Yes. Both inputs have Phantom 👍
@IrishChippy
@IrishChippy 4 жыл бұрын
@@BenoniStudio Thank you
@dramaticScar
@dramaticScar 6 ай бұрын
I'm very interested in buying this product... I've been using a USB microphone and the laptop I'm currently using somehow does not pick up good audio at all... I don't think I'll run into that problem here now will I?
@SKYGSupprank
@SKYGSupprank 8 ай бұрын
You’re doing a good job bro what about the 2i2 3rd gen
@Fezzler61
@Fezzler61 5 жыл бұрын
Do you know, does the FocusRite Scarlett series offer the most gain input of the pro-sumer level interfaces?
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 5 жыл бұрын
It's pretty close to the top. The Steinberg UR MKII series has about 54Db, the new M-Audio M-Track 2x2 or 8x4m have about 60dB (Im trying to get a hold of one of these but they are always out of stock or wont give me good financing) and the Audient iD14 has 66Db including a 10db software boost. There's probably some I'm missing. I didn't mention the Behringer series because I don't know if the preamps are any good, but they have some that give you a lot of gain too. I think the new Presonus Studio series like the 68c give you a good amount of preamp gain. All of these are under $400. If I was going to spend over $400 I would probably look at the Focusrite Clarett series for their upgraded pres and AIR function, or something from Universal Audio if I wanted DSP.
@ezumach
@ezumach Жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@Sadlander2
@Sadlander2 3 жыл бұрын
Hi there! I have a question and I really hope that you will see this (and reply! ;-) ) because I've asked this question in various different forums but nobody has answered or those who did just told me to get a different audio interface, one with a _send & return_ loop. I hope that _you_ can help! _(It's long, so bear with me...)_ So, here's my situation: I have a microphone, an external compressor (a dbx 166) and a small Behringer USB mixer that I use as my audio interface, as it has a USB port. I'm not very happy with the mixer because, even with the gain turned down, it has quite a bit of floor noise. So I've been looking around and I think that the Scarlett 2i2 would be perfect for what I do/need. At the moment, the way I connect everything goes like this: - Microphone into the compressor - From the compressor into the mixer - From the mixer into my computer I know, this is not ideal, to use the compressor's make-up gain as my mic pre-amp. The Scarlett, from what I've read, has great pre-amps and great converters, so I'd like to use the Scarlett not only as my audio interface but also as my mic pre-amp. The question is: how can I use my compressor in this case? Since the Scarlett 2i2 has 2 seperate inputs, I was thinking about the following but I'm not sure if this would work (hence this question to you). Here's the idea: - Microphone into the 1st input of the Scarlett - From the Line Out of the Scarlett into the Compressor - From the compressor into the 2nd input of the Scarlett - Finally, from the USB output of the Scarlett into my computer and in my DAW, only select the signal coming from the 2nd input. Would this work? My fear is that what comes back from the compressor into the 2nd input, that that signal will also go out through the Line Out, back into the compressor and create a feedback. Is there a way to seperate what comes out through the Line Out? For example, the 1st input comes out on the left side of the line out and the 2nd on the right side? Can you do that on the Scalett 2i2? OK, this was long but I wanted you to know all the details and what I was thinking about, so that you could tell me what you think. Thanks for reading all this!
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 3 жыл бұрын
My advice would be the same as what you have already heard. Get a different interface with proper inserts. I would also re-think using the external compressor. Will a plugin compressor not work? Is it a high-end vintage compressor?
@Sadlander2
@Sadlander2 3 жыл бұрын
@@BenoniStudio The compressor, it's one of the cheapest I could find, so no, it's not some valuable vintage piece of gear. When I bought the compressor, all I had was a digital 8-track recorder by Tascam. I didn't have a computer, so I recorded everything using my digital recorder only, so I had to get it right on the way in. I still do that to record the music but now that i have a laptop, I find it easier to record the vocals on a computer. I can add delay, reverb and if I need to cut or replace a part, it's a lot easier to do that in a DAW. Now that I have a laptop, actually, I use both: the external compressor on the way in, just to make sure that the volume doesn't go too high or too low. The compressor also has a gate and it works very well to get rid of some noise (like when my neighbours decide to start their washing machine or whatever just when I'm about to record vocals!). Then, after I've recorded, I use a plugin compressor to get an even more even volume. This has worked just fine so far but my problem is when I record something at a very low volume, something like almost whispering, that's when you notice the mixer's floor noise and this is the main reason why I'm thinking about getting the Scarlett 2i2. Thank you for taking the time to read my question and for your reply! I appreciate that!
@duke1281
@duke1281 17 күн бұрын
Big question, before i murder my 2i2...can it be plugged into say, a USB cell phone adapter right into the wall? Cause i dont want to power it with a computer that i dont have
@PriveGitaarles
@PriveGitaarles 3 жыл бұрын
hi thanks so much for this video. Could you please explain shortly what a phantom powered mic does and how I know I have one? I use a Shure SM57 dynamic mic.
@balareddy8625
@balareddy8625 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Bro...Thank you very much for your video. That helps. Recently I bought this 2i2 2nd gen. And today i did setup 2i2 with my lap top and tried to record using micro phone on ableton live 10. For some reason 2i2 is recognising my mic after switching on the phantom power. FYI..I have used quater inch jack cause i dont have XLR to connect the device. My lap top is windows 10. Could you please suggest me how to fix this issue. Except mic rest all is working fine with my 2i2 I just realized that need XLR for mic not 1/4". Thank you.
@marksandland208
@marksandland208 4 жыл бұрын
I’ve had one of these for over a year now, and still not got beyond the registration part. Did get to the bit you showed with the choice of pianos but if this down loaded I’ve got no idea where, and the icon never appeared on my desktop. Whole thing is really complicated and disappointing. Will try and run this vid on my iPad while I try to load stuff on my laptop, but not holding my breath.
@malcolmgregoire1019
@malcolmgregoire1019 3 жыл бұрын
So I hooked up my keyboards to the interface through my old analog Peavey mixer. Everything works fine as long as I have my iPad hooked up to the Powered USB hub that the Scarlett is connected to. However, if I remove the iPad the Scarlett still shows power but there is no audio output to the connected monitor speakers but I do get audio on the headphones connected to the mixer. Where did I go wrong?
@Ago212
@Ago212 4 жыл бұрын
je crois avoir suivi exactement vos indications. Drivers Focursite exe et Audacity installés -- quand je connecte la Carte Son je vois un bref signal rouge mais pas de signal vert. Sur le logiciel entrée et sortie Scarlet,la piste audio reste plate- Une aide svp ? merci.
@DonProcyon
@DonProcyon 5 жыл бұрын
I've tried to connect my 2i2 to Ableton for three days now! Haven't had any luck even though I've registered my products and downloaded the drivers. By the way, I'm using a PC instead of a Mac. What am I missing?!
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 5 жыл бұрын
Did you install the drivers? Once Windows recognized the interface open Ableton. Go to OPTIONS - Preferences Click the AUDIO TAB For DRIVER TYPE choose ASIO For AUDIO DEVICE choose your Scarlett. You are setup and ready to record.
@yesubabukuppalla
@yesubabukuppalla 4 жыл бұрын
Can i connect to me lenovo i3 laptop.
@Senna-xi1gr
@Senna-xi1gr Жыл бұрын
Hi, Thanks for video. One question- can I plug my Rega planar turntable into this guy & put my vinyl onto my pc to then edit on audacity? Thanks .👍🏆
@octavarium008
@octavarium008 5 жыл бұрын
This is kind of a dumb question but do those amp plugins come with the protools software or do you have to download an entireley seperate software dedicated to guitar amp plugins?
@BenoniStudio
@BenoniStudio 5 жыл бұрын
Pro Tools comes with a basic guitar amp, but what you see in the video is a separate plugin.
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