Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen

Studio Quality Recording
Capture clear vocals, instruments, and line-level sources with a simple interface made for music creation.

Two Flexible Inputs
Connect microphones, guitars, basses, keyboards, synths, or other audio gear using the front and rear inputs.

Auto Gain
Set recording levels quickly by letting the interface listen and choose a suitable input level for you.

Clip Safe
Reduce the risk of distorted recordings by automatically lowering the gain when the input gets too loud.

Air Mode
Add extra presence and character to vocals or instruments for a brighter, more polished sound.

Direct Monitoring
Hear your input signal while recording without distracting delay from your computer.

Headphone Output
Plug in headphones and control your listening level directly from the front panel.

Speaker Outputs
Connect studio monitors or speakers and control the main output level with a dedicated knob.

Loopback Recording
Record or stream audio from your computer along with your microphone or instrument input.

Focusrite Control 2
Control settings from your computer, update the interface, and save presets for different setups.

Easy Start Setup
Get guided through setup, registration, and software installation so you can start recording faster.

Standalone Mode
Use the interface without a computer for simple routing through speakers or headphones.

Pro Tools Intro+ for Focusrite
Create music with essential audio and MIDI tools, plus a wide selection of effects and instrument plugins.

Ableton Live Lite
Start making music with instruments, effects, and creative tools for building ideas and performances.

Cubase LE
Record, arrange, and produce songs with a streamlined music production workspace.

Splice Sounds
Access a large library of royalty-free sounds, loops, and presets for adding fresh ideas to your projects.

Hitmaker Expansion
Create polished vocals, guitars, synths, and drums with a collection of studio-style production tools.

General Specifications
Device Type: 2-in/2-out USB audio interface
Computer Connection: USB-C
Audio Resolution: 24-bit
Supported Sample Rates: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz
Recording Inputs: 2 analogue inputs, 2 loopback inputs
Playback Outputs: 2 analogue outputs
Software Control: Focusrite Control 2
Standalone Operation: Supported

Microphone Inputs
Connector Type: 2 rear-panel 3-pin Neutrik XLR
Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz ±0.06 dB
Dynamic Range: 116 dB A-weighted
THD+N: -100 dB, -1 dBFS at 8 dB gain
Noise EIN: -127 dBu A-weighted
Maximum Input Level: 16 dBu at minimum gain
Gain Range: 69 dB
Input Impedance: 3 kΩ
Phantom Power: 48 V
Phantom Power Control: Front-panel 48V button, software switch

Line Inputs
Connector Type: 2 front-panel Neutrik 6.35 mm jack sockets
Input Type: Balanced TRS, unbalanced TS
Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz ±0.05 dB
Dynamic Range: 115.5 dB A-weighted
THD+N: -100 dB, -1 dBFS at 8 dB gain
Maximum Input Level: 22 dBu at minimum gain
Gain Range: 69 dB
Input Impedance: 60 kΩ
Mic/Line Switching: Automatic
XLR Disable Function: 6.35 mm jack connection disables corresponding XLR input

Instrument Inputs
Connector Type: 2 front-panel Neutrik 6.35 mm jack sockets
Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz ±0.15 dB
Dynamic Range: 113 dB A-weighted
THD+N: -80 dB, -1 dBFS at 8 dB gain
Maximum Input Level: 12 dBu at minimum gain
Gain Range: 62 dB
Input Impedance: 1 MΩ
Instrument Mode Control: Front-panel Inst button, software switch
Minimum Gain in Instrument Mode: +7 dB

Analogue Outputs
Connector Type: 2 rear-panel Neutrik 6.35 mm TRS jack sockets
Output Type: Balanced line output
Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz ±0.02 dB
Dynamic Range: 120 dB A-weighted
THD+N: -109 dB
Maximum Output Level: 16 dBu
Output Impedance: 100 Ω
Main Output Control: Front-panel analogue control
Output Metering: Three-colour LED ring, pre-fade

Headphone Output
Connector Type: Front-panel stereo 6.35 mm TRS jack socket
Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz ±0.1 dB at 33 Ω / 300 Ω
Dynamic Range: 112 dB A-weighted at 33 Ω
Dynamic Range: 115 dB A-weighted at 300 Ω
Maximum Output Level: 2.5 dBu into 33 Ω
Maximum Output Level: 10 dBu into 300 Ω
Maximum Output Power: 32 mW into 33 Ω
Maximum Output Power: 22 mW into 300 Ω
THD+N: -99 dB at 33 Ω minimum
THD+N: -108 dB at 300 Ω minimum
Output Impedance: 50 Ω
Recommended Headphone Impedance: Up to 300 Ω
Headphone Level Control: Front-panel analogue control

Monitoring
Direct Monitoring: Supported
Direct Monitor Modes: Off, mono, stereo
Direct Monitor Control: Front-panel button, software switch
Direct Monitor Mix Control: Software mixer
Loopback: Supported
Loopback Channels: 3-4
Direct Monitor Mix to Loopback: Supported

Preamplifier Functions
Auto Gain: Supported
Auto Gain Duration: 10 seconds
Multichannel Auto Gain: Supported
Clip Safe: Supported up to 96 kHz
Air Mode: Supported
Air Modes: Off, Air Presence, Air Presence and Harmonic Drive
Air Presence and Harmonic Drive Limit: Up to 96 kHz
Preamp Linking: Supported
Remote Preamp Control: Supported

USB and Power
USB Data Connection: USB 2.0 Type-C
USB Power Requirement: 900 mA
Auxiliary Power Input: USB Type-C 5 V DC
Power Consumption: 4.5 W
Included USB Cable Type: USB-C to USB-A

Front Panel Indicators
Channel Selection: White/green LEDs for channels 1 and 2
Select Button: White/green LED
48V Indicator: White/green LED
Inst Indicator: White/green LED
Auto Indicator: White LED
Clip Safe Indicator: White/green LED
Air Mode Indicator: White, green, amber LED
Output Level Meter: Three-colour LED ring
USB Indicator: USB LED
Direct Monitor Indicator: Three-state LED

Input Channel Order
Input 1: Mic/Line/Instrument
Input 2: Mic/Line/Instrument
Input 3: Loopback 1
Input 4: Loopback 2

Output Channel Order
Output 1: Output Left, Headphones Left
Output 2: Output Right, Headphones Right
Headphone Feed: Shared with line outputs 1 and 2

Physical Specifications
Weight: 595 g
Weight: 1.31 lb
Height: 47.5 mm
Height: 1.87 in
Width: 180 mm
Width: 7.09 in
Depth: 117 mm
Depth: 4.60 in
Security Slot: Kensington lock

Environmental
Maximum Ambient Operating Temperature: 40 °C
Maximum Ambient Operating Temperature: 104 °F