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Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
Product no: 9000-0053-4263
Product information
General
Focusrite's Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen is the latest version of the best-selling USB audio interface in the world. Its upgrades include a facelift and it now has the same 'Air' mode found on the Clarett series. That brings even more clarity to vocals as well as acoustic and electric guitars and basses. The 'Air' effect was also found on Focusrite' original ISA microphone preamp that quickly became popular in studios all over the world thanks to its fantastic performance. The 24-bit / 192 kHz AD/DA converters guarantee professional audio quality too. The instrument inputs offer plenty of headroom so that even loud signals don't clip easily. This means you can get lots of dynamics into your mix and the LED rings around the gain knobs make it easy to monitor the incoming signal.
Connections
Connect the Scarlett 2i2 to your computer via the USB C port and it'll power it too, so you won't need an external power adapter. There are two XLR/jack combo inputs on the front allowing you to connect a microphone or an instrument and you'll find a headphone socket there too. You can also activate the 'Air' mode for either channel here and you'll find buttons for selecting line/instrument and direct monitoring here too. If you want to connect externals monitors, you'll find two outputs on the back. As you'd expect, the aluminium housing is well built and robust too.
Comprehensive Software Bundle
You also get a comprehensive software bundle that includes DAW software in the form of Ableton Live Lite as well as the Focusrite Red 2 & Red 3 Plug-in Suite that you can use for compression and equalizing. You also get to choose a virtual instrument from XLN Audio's Addictive Keys software so that you can add a piano part to your songs. Softube's Time & Tone Bundle allows you to add reverb, saturation, compression and tube delay to your mix as well. You also get a 3-month subscription to the huge collection of loops and samples available at Splice Sounds and, lastly, there's the Focusrite's Plug-in Collective which provides access to discounts, software updates and popular plug-ins for free! In short, everything you need to make polished, professional productions!
Tips or comments about this product
Please note:
Focusrite users have the option to use the standard version of Pro Tools ® for 3 months, free of charge;
Pro Tools ® Ultimate can be used free of charge for 1 month only.
The included Hitmaker pack includes the full software versions (worth over £1,000).
Service promise
Bax Music Warranty
This product comes with a 3-year warranty.
Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools Artist (3 month subscription)
Network connections
None
Software included
Yes, download
Analogue audio input type
Balanced line in (TRS jack), microphone input (XLR), Hi-Z instrument input (TS jack)
Analogue audio output type
Balanced line out (TRS jack), Hi-Z instrument output (TS jack)
Weight and dimensions including packaging
Weight
600 gr
Dimensions
20,5 x 14,5 x 6,5 cm
Product specifications
Focusrite 2i2 3rd Gen
USB audio interface
dimensions: 47.5 x 175 x 98.8mm
weight: 0.47 kg
included: USB-cable (type C to A)
Included software:
Ableton Live Lite
Splice Sounds
Hitmaker Expansion
Antares® Auto-Tune® Access
Relab’s LX480 Essentials
Softube® Marshall® Silver Jubilee 2555
XLN Audio® Addictive Keys
XLN Audio® Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock
Brainworx® bx_oberhausen
Brainworx® bx_console Focusrite SC
Brainworx® bx_masterdesk
Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite
Videos
4.6
106 reviews
Rating
5 stars854 stars133 stars12 stars21 star5
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5 / 5
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
I’m a sound design student in my 2nd year of uni and have been using my little mixer for too many years so needed something new and better. Honestly, for someone really not looking for anything overly expensive but still professional this has been great! Simple and easy to use and to make it even sweeter, was delivered 3 days earlier than I expected. Really great product and service thanks!
February 19, 2021
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Pip O.
5 / 5
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
What a great piece of kit easy to set up could only get Ableton to work as pro tools needed a faster computer(i5)won't work with a amd chip but all in all Bax was the cheapest by far and what a service and quick delivery will be buying from them again
February 17, 2021
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David T
5 / 5
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
I replacreed my working 2nd generation Scarlett 2i2, with this the 3rd generation model, specifically for the stereo direct monitoring that this model offers. I'm pleased to say that it sounds a lot better than the 2nd Gen. The direct monitoring was for stereo inputs from my turntable, & the reproduction through it plus my Yamaha HS7s is fantastic.
Installation is a doddle, with an easy process led by Focusrite's website.
February 11, 2021
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Dave P
5 / 5
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
I replacreed my working 2nd generation Scarlett 2i2, with this the 3rd generation model, specifically for the stereo direct monitoring that this model offers. I'm pleased to say that it sounds a lot better than the 2nd Gen. The direct monitoring was for stereo inputs from my turntable, & the reproduction through it plus my Yamaha HS7s is fantastic.
Installation is a doddle, with an easy process led by Focusrite's website.
February 11, 2021
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Dave P
5 / 5
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
Brilliant interface, l had it up and running before the video manual could tell me how! I love the separate monitoring volume pots. All-round vfm package and the Focusrite drum loops and samples are great. Didn’t bother with the DAW trial software, but the Focusrite plug-ins are awesome. Cheapest anywhere, well done, Bax.
January 13, 2021
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Adrian DELSO
5 / 5
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
Just starting to put my budget recording set up together and having done all the due diligence this recommended product has not disappointed! The physical design and construction just oozes class and quality and it performs its job superbly!! Only mildly curious why no on/off standby facility, all in all very pleased.
December 10, 2020
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david D.
4 / 5
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
As with all Focusrite products it is built really solid and feels high quality. Sound quality is very good for the price. Some excellent plugins with it worth more than the cost of the interface. Connects to the standard USB port on the computer (not USB C / thunderbolt in the computer). Only disappointment for me is that there is not an on/off switch like the larger models so the only way to turn it off it to unplug the USB. Fast delivery and good communication from BAX.
October 23, 2020
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Richard
Reviews from other countries
5 / 5
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
Doet wat het zegt op het blik aan een scherpe prijs. Compact en met een duidelijke online handleiding.
November 19, 2023
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Vincent
This review was automatically translated from Dutch.
5 / 5
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
De Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen is een indrukwekkende 2-in, 2-out USB audio interface die zich onderscheidt door zijn betrouwbaarheid, geluidskwaliteit en gebruiksgemak. Als een veelgeprezen toevoeging aan de Scarlett-serie, weet deze audio-interface zowel beginners als ervaren gebruikers te bekoren.
Een van de opvallende kenmerken is de robuuste constructie van de Scarlett 2i2. De stevige metalen behuizing geeft een gevoel van duurzaamheid en draagt bij aan de algemene betrouwbaarheid. Deze interface is ontworpen om bestand te zijn tegen de uitdagingen van dagelijks gebruik, of je nu thuis opneemt of onderweg bent.
Wat betreft geluidskwaliteit stelt de Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen niet teleur. De hoogwaardige pre-amps leveren een helder en transparant geluid, wat cruciaal is voor een nauwkeurige opname en weergave van audio. Het lage ruisniveau en de goede signaal-ruisverhouding maken deze interface geschikt voor een breed scala aan toepassingen, van vocale opnames tot het vastleggen van instrumenten.
Een ander pluspunt is het intuïtieve bedieningspaneel. De grote draaiknoppen voor de gain van de microfoonvoorversterkers zijn gemakkelijk te bedienen en zorgen voor een nauwkeurige aanpassing van het ingangsniveau. De aan de voorzijde geplaatste koptelefoonuitgang met eigen volumeregeling maakt het eenvoudig om het monitoringsniveau aan te passen zonder in de software te hoeven duiken.
De Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen wordt geleverd met een uitgebreide bundel software, waaronder de Focusrite Creative Pack, Ableton Live Lite en diverse andere plug-ins en instrumenten. Dit voegt aanzienlijke waarde toe aan het pakket, waardoor gebruikers direct aan de slag kunnen met opnemen en produceren.
Een kleine kanttekening zou kunnen zijn dat de 2i2 slechts twee ingangen heeft, wat voor sommige gebruikers beperkend kan zijn als ze meer bronnen tegelijkertijd willen opnemen. Voor wie echter een eenvoudige en betrouwbare interface zoekt voor basisopnames, biedt de Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen een uitstekende prijs-kwaliteitverhouding.
Al met al is de Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen een fantastische keuze voor zowel beginners als gevorderde gebruikers die op zoek zijn naar een hoogwaardige, duurzame en gebruiksvriendelijke audio-interface. De combinatie van indrukwekkende geluidskwaliteit, solide constructie en een uitgebreid softwarepakket maakt deze interface tot een waardevolle toevoeging aan elke home studio-setup.
November 13, 2023
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Samuel B
This review was automatically translated from Dutch.
5 / 5
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
Erg tevreden met het product. Goede keuze gemaakt via de website!
November 2, 2023
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Jeroen Stoeten
This review was automatically translated from Dutch.
