Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 (2nd Gen) USB Audio Interface with Pro Tools | First

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If you are just starting with music production, we recommend shopping around for a bundle that helps you save some serious cash. Final Thoughts Scarlett 4i4 is the complete compact studio hub for all your instruments. Perfect for multi-instrumentalists and collaborators, 4i4 is loaded with I/O for everything. Two of our most detailed ultra-low-noise mic preamps. Hi-Z, line and MIDI connections for your keys, guitars, synths, grooveboxes and controllers. With 4i4 your headphones, monitors, and line outs each get their own mix, so you can match the studio setup to the session. With the release of the new third-generation range of audio interfaces, Focusrite shows no plans in slowing down on their quest to provide affordable, easy to use and high-quality audio products for beginners and professionals alike. Fixed an issue that could cause glitching on systems with some older AMD processors (Phenom-II, FX and Athlon series)Fixed an issue that could cause glitching when using more than one ASIO application at the same time

Fixed an issue that could cause glitching when using more than one ASIO application at the same time. Regarding the headphone output, yes you’ll be absolutely fine. The Scarlett preamps are extremely capable, and you’ll find that the headphones you’re mixing through are going to be the driving factor whether you can produce capable mixes. USB latency is so low you won’t notice it: record and monitor everything in real time with many of your favorite plug-ins in place. Focusrite

The upgraded specs and added features are welcome additions, and we think they’ve done well to remain competitive. That being said, if you’ve only recently bought a 2nd gen interface — we wouldn’t worry. THD+N < 0.01% (‘A’ weighted measured with +16dB input gain -1dBFS at output and 22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter) The Saffire 6 USB 1.1 needs a driver on both Mac and Windows systems but it is no longer supported. Please see this article for more information. Focusrite claims that the 3rd generation Scarlett interfaces are characterized by high gain values and low noise. Making mic preamps since 1985 (Rupert Neve founded the company until being sold to Phil Dudderidge in 1989), they have skin in the game regarding developing high-end gear. They don’t mention Android but the Scarlett 2i4 2nd gen and the 4i4 3rd gen both work well in linux. I have both.

Focusrite has done a great job with the new 3rd generation interfaces. While first glances may give the impression that they are just a prettier version of their former selves, the real magic lies under the hood. This is evident in many of the upgrades listed above. One welcome difference is the new headphone amps, which drive significantly louder (and clearer) than previous generations. zZounds.com. If you call our customer service department for assistance, this number makes it easier Newly designed guitar input to capture crystal clear guitar tone that minimizes the risk of distortion Whether you are an in-the-box producer or a musician recording with external instruments, Focusrite lays out your best connectivity options regardless of your chosen scenario. What Is Focusrite Control?I appreciate Pip Dolan’s write-up about the 3rd generation Scarletts, however, he never branches out to people who write music like me. Further, he mentions that the output of the headphone amps is stronger and clearer, however, my question would be whether they are good enough for mixing on headphones for larger instrument ensembles. I know, headphone mixing is not generally recommended, but in my case I have no choice, living in a small apartment. MIDI input and output are included in Scarlett 2i4, allowing capture of performances with MIDI keyboards and controllers and the ability to play parts out to instruments and sound modules, recording their audio via Scarlett 2i4's TRS inputs. Our compact and flexible 2-in, 4-out USB audio interface makes it easy to perform and record studio-quality audio against a cue mix. Take it anywhere, connect and power by USB and get two natural-sounding Scarlett mic preamps, super-low latency, MIDI I/O, four analogue outputs and the same class-leading sound quality and digital conversion as the rest of the Scarlett range.

We make audio interfaces, and that's all we do. It's the job of an audio interface to sit between you and your sound being shared with the world, and we're the best in the world at making that happen. THD+N 0.0025% (‘A’ weighted measured with 16dB input gain, -1dBFS at output and 22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)If Scarlett has so many good functions in converters and preamps, why (with a low price and good build quality) doesn’t everyone in music production buy Scarlett?? Focusrite has done a great job with the new 3rd generation interfaces. While first glances may give the impression that they are just a prettier version of their former selves, the real magic lies under the hood. This is evident in many of the upgrades: