Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Studio 4th Gen - The Scarlett 2i2 Studio 4th Gen is a home studio package consisting of the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 audio interface, a microphone, headphones, and the necessary cables.
This package also comes with a complete set of recording software: Pro Tools Artist, Ableton Live Lite, and the Hitmaker Expansion software bundle which includes Auto-Tune Access for vocals, Softube Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555 for guitar, the Native Instruments MASSIVE synthesizer, and many more.
4th Generation Microphone Preamplifiers - With a gain range of 69dB, the 4th generation Scarlett microphone preamplifier from Focusrite offers the clearest and most detailed quality ever present on a Scarlett interface.
Hi-Z Inputs for Instruments and Line - By connecting an electric guitar to one of the 2i2's Hi-Z instrument inputs, you will experience the sensation of using an amplifier. You can also connect synthesizers and groove machines to the line inputs.
Features:
- Dynamic range of 120dB - The Scarlett 2i2 uses studio-quality converters identical to those found in Focusrite's top Rednet interfaces.
- “Air” mode - Adds high-quality presence and rich harmonic distortion to vocals and instruments.
- Auto Gain - By pressing the button and playing for ten seconds, Scarlett will adjust the perfect level for your recording.
- Clip Safe - Automatically corrects gain when there is a risk of clipping.
- Dynamic gain halos - Allows for easy monitoring of input and output signals directly from your equipment.
- Included CM25 MkIII studio condenser microphone - Provides excellent sound quality across all sources, especially on vocals and acoustic guitars.
- Powerful, custom headphone amplifier with independent level control for clear and precise playback and monitoring.
- Loopback - You can create your own samples using Scarlett's virtual inputs.
- Includes Ableton Live Lite and Avid Pro Tools Artist, plus the Hitmaker Expansion software bundle with a range of studio tools for recording.
- Focusrite Control 2 - Control your recording session directly from your PC or Mac.
Technical Specifications:
- Number of microphone preamplifiers: 2
- Phantom Power: Yes
- Instrument Inputs: 2
- Line Inputs: 2
- “Air” Mode: Yes
- Auto Gain: Yes
- Clip Safe: Yes
- Line Outputs: 2
- Headphone Outputs: 1
- Loopback: Yes
- Connectivity: USB Type-C
- Protocol: USB 2.0
- Form Factor: Desktop
- Simultaneous I/O: 4 x 2 (including Loopback inputs)
- A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192 kHz
- Bus Powered USB: Yes, 900mA
- Microphone: CM25 MKIII Condenser
- Headphones: Closed SH-450
- XLR Cable: 3m
- Dimensions: 99 x 180 x 45.5 mm
- Weight: 1.6 kg
Technical specifications for CM25 MkIII condenser microphone:
- Microphone Type: Electret condenser
- Diameter: 20 mm
- Polar Pattern: Unidirectional (cardioid)
- Sensitivity: -36 dB ±2 dB (0 dB = 1 V/Pa at 1 kHz)
- Frequency Response: from 20 Hz to 20 kHz
- Impedance: 200 Ohms ±30% (at 1 kHz)
- Recommended Load Impedance: >.10 kΩ
- Equivalent Noise Level: 16 dBA (A-weighted IEC651)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 74 dB
- Power Requirements: Phantom Power 48 V
- Current: 3 mA
- Mounting System: Standard 15.88 mm female. includes 9.52 mm adapter
- Weight: 496 g (including DCZ-16 microphone clip)
- Dimensions: 49.5 mm (diameter) x 158 mm (length)
Software Compatibility:
- Mac
- Windows PC
- Chromebook
- USB-C iPad and iPhone
Power:
- USB 3.0 Bus Power: 5V @900mA, 4.5W
- External Power Supply: 5V @ 1000mA
- USB power supply not included
Included Software:
- Ableton Live Lite
- 3-month subscription to Avid® Pro Tools® Artist which comes with Complete Plugin Bundle
- Splice Sounds
Hitmaker Expansion:
- Antares® Auto-Tune® Access
- Splice Sounds
- Softube® Marshall® Silver Jubilee 2555
- Native Instruments® MASSIVE
- Sonnox VoxDoubler
- Landr Studio, plus five free masters
- Brainworx® bx_console Focusrite SC
- Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite
- XLN Audio® Addictive Keys
- XLN Audio® Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock
- Relab’s LX480 Essentials
- FAST Balancer
Package Contents:
- Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen
- USB A-C Cable
- CM25 MkIII Condenser Microphone
- 3 m XLR Cable
- SH-450 Headphones