Description

The Most Versatile Bus-Powered Audio Interface
The second generation Scarlett 2i4 is Focusrite’s most versatile USB-powered audio interface, ideal for anyone needing a cue mix for performing or recording. It is compact yet flexible, with 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 latest Scarlett range. Take it anywhere, connect by a single USB cable, plug two microphones or instruments straight in, and easily record studio quality audio against a cue mix. Focusrite is the perfect partner for Pro Tools, and to celebrate this Scarlett 2i4 now comes with an exclusive version of Pro Tools | First Focusrite Creative Pack, as well as Ableton Live Lite. It is also compatible with all other major DAWs, on Mac and PC.
The Ins and Outs You Need
With Scarlett 2i4 your recordings will sound just how you want them. Two combination inputs with natural-sounding Scarlett mic preamps, line level inputs and newly-designed instrument inputs let you record anything you want. The four analogue outputs and MIDI I/O make the Scarlett 2i4 ideal for the modern music producer using outboard synths or performing live. Use the 1/4 inch balanced jack outputs to connect to professional studio monitors, or the four RCA outputs to connect to a home speaker system or DJ mixer.
New Generation – Better In Every Way
The second generation Scarlett range is packed full of upgrades. New super-low latency will bring confidence to your performance, letting you record and monitor with software effects in real time. New metal gain controls and a sleeker red metal chassis reassure you of its improved industrial design, built to go anywhere. The Scarlett range also now operates at sample rates all the way up to 192kHz, and the input channels have evolved too. The latest Scarlett mic preamp features a more even gain structure, so you can accurately set your levels, and the instrument input has also been completely redesigned so it can handle seriously hot pick-ups. Finally, Focusrite have provided analogue protection circuitry across both the inputs and the outputs, to guard your interface against unwanted power surges.
Ready to Record, Anywhere
Compact and portable enough to take anywhere, you won’t even need a power supply; Scarlett 2i4 is connected and powered by a single USB cable. It also comes with the software and effects you need to start recording; an exclusive version of Pro Tools | First Focusrite Creative Pack, Ableton Live Lite, the Softube Time and Tone Bundle, Focusrite’s Red Plug-In Suite, 2GB of Loopmasters samples and more.
For the modern day musician or producer, there are now a vast amount of innovative software companies, creating a wealth of powerful plug-ins. With such variety, you’ll want to find exactly the right plug-ins for you, and use them in real time, thanks to Scarlett MKII’s super-low latency environment. To help you on this mission, Focusrite has formed the ‘Plug-in Collective’, working with the very best to bring you exclusive plug-in offers and content every month.
Features
Two natural-sounding Scarlett mic preamps with plenty of even gain
Two newly-designed instrument input, designed for seriously hot pick-ups
Class-leading conversion and sample rates up to 192kHz / 24 bit
Super-low latency for using your plug-ins in real time without the need for DSP
Cue mix switching, with four analogue outputs
One headphones output with gain control
MIDI I/O connectivity, ideal for sending/receiving MIDI notes from a Stage Piano
Compact and tough enough to take anywhere
Powered by USB so you don’t need to carry a power cable
Includes Pro Tools | First – Focusrite Creative Pack and Ableton Live Lite
All the additional software and loops you need to start recording
Included Software
Access to the Plug-in Collective
Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite
Softube Time & Tone Pack
Pro Tools First | First Focusrite Creative Pack
Ableton Live Lite music making software
2 GB of Loopmasters sounds and samples
Novation Bass Station VST and AU plug-in synthesiser
Choice of one free XLN Addictive Keys license
In the Box
Scarlett 2i4 MKII USB audio interface
USB Cable
Bundle code for your free software
Specifications
Supported Sample Rates: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz
Microphone Inputs
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz 0.1dB
Dynamic Range: 106 dB (A-Weighted)
THD+N: < 0.002% (minimum gain, -1dBFS input with 22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)
Noise EIN: < -128 dB (A-Weighted)
Maximum input level: +4 dBu
Gain Range: 50 dB
Line Inputs
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz 0.1dB
Dynamic Range: 106 dB (A-Weighted)
THD+N: < 0.003% (minimum gain, -1dBFS input with 22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)
Maximum input level: +22 dBu
Gain Range: 50 dB
Instrument Inputs
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz 0.1dB
Dynamic Range: 106 dB (A-Weighted)
THD+N: < 0.02% (minimum gain, -1dBFS input with 22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)
Maximum input level: +13 dBu
Gain Range: 50 dB
Line & Monitor Outputs
Dynamic Range Outputs (1-2): 106 dB (A-Weighted)
Dynamic Range Outputs (3-4): 103 dB (A-Weighted)
Maximum Output Level (0 dBFS) Balanced Line/TRS Outputs: +10 dBu
Maximum Output Level (0 dBFS) Unbalanced Line/RCA Outputs (1-4): +5.5 dBu
THD+N Outputs (1-2): < 0.001% (minimum gain, -1dBFS input with 22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)
THD+N Outputs (3-4): < 0.008% (minimum gain, -1dBFS input with 22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)
Headphone Outputs
Dynamic Range: 107 dB (A-Weighted)
THD+N: < 0.001% (minimum gain, -1dBFS input with 22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)
Maximum Output Level:> +7.8dBu