Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Gen)

The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (3rd Gen) is the third edition of one of the world’s best selling audio interfaces. 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 Focusrite 2i2 features two upgraded third-generation Scarlett mic preamps. It has an optional Air setting to reproduce the Air effect of Focusrite’s original ISA mic preamp. This gives your vocal and acoustic recordings a brighter and more open sound. With high performance 24-bit/192kHz AD-DA converters, Scarlett guarantees 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.

The Scarlett 2i2 interface 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 warranty, award-winning customer support and membership of their Plug-in Collective offering free software downloads and generous discounts.
 

The world’s best-selling audio recording interface

Scarlett is used by thousands of musicians, producers and home-recordists around the world. The first two generations of the 2i2 have helped make more records than any other interface in history. With the updates to the Focusrite 2i2 3rd Generation, you’re going to sound even better. It has two of the best performing Scarlett mic preamps ever. They’re perfect for recording vocals or miking up guitars. The portable Focusrite 2i2’s high-performance converters, let you to record, mix and play back audio in studio quality. It also has two high headroom instrument ins. This lets you plug your guitar or bass directly into the 2i2. Maybe best of all, Focusrite’s Quick Start tool makes it easy to get set up and start recording right away.

 

Studio quality recordings at home with ease

It has never been easier to get high quality recordings in the comfort of your home studio. Focusrite’s Quick Start gets you set up in minutes. You’ll be recording with playing back within minutes. Focusrite puts cutting edge technology in your hands without hassle. You get best-in-class mic preamps, high-headroom instrument inputs and now-iconic Gain Halos. In fact, the 3rd Gen mic pre is the best the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 has ever had. Its 24-bit/192kHz converters give your recordings clarity and detail. Air mode breathes life into vocals, adding unique high-end detail. In the end, The Focusrite 2i2 helps you get your unique sound into your digital audio workstation hassle free.

 

Recording software, sounds and plug-ins included with the 2i2

Avid Pro Tools | First Focusrite Creative Pack: Hundreds of virtual instrument sounds, 500MB of loops, and great-sounding effects

Ableton Live Lite: Industry-leading music-making software

Three Month Splice Sounds Subscription: Millions of high-quality, royalty-free one-shots, loops, and presets, with new releases daily

XLN Audio Addictive Keys: Choose one of four inspiring virtual keyboard instruments

Softube Time and Tone Bundle: Three of Softube’s world class reverb, delay and distortion plug-ins, and an an easy-to-use mastering tool

Focusrite Red Plug-in Suite: Accurately models Focusrite’s classic Red 2 equalizer and Red 3 compressor

Focusrite Plug-in Collective: Free versions of some of the most innovative software brands, as well as discounts

• 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