Built to deliver top-shelf sound in a compact, bag-friendly, and easy-to-use format for singers, guitarists, and solo podcasters, the third-generation Focusrite Scarlett Solo 2x2 USB audio interface lets artists and content creators score pro-level tone with no learning curve, no matter where they go.
Equally capable for tracking vocals and instruments, the improved Scarlett microphone preamp features switchable phantom power for condenser mics and a selectable Air circuit, which adds clarity-enhancing brightness based on Focusrite's legendary ISA preamplifier. In addition to the single XLR mic input, the Scarlett Solo provides a single 1/4" input with an instrument/line switch that allows it to accept signal directly from a guitar, bass, synthesizer, or drum machine.
Unlocking the ability to record at standard CD quality or high-fidelity resolutions, the 24-bit / 192 kHz AD/DA converters ensure that signals are captured and reproduced with detail and accuracy. Listen through headphones or connect active speakers to the balanced 1/4" monitor outputs, and use selectable direct monitoring to hear your live input signal with no distracting echo or latency.
With its bus powering for uninhibited portability, space-saving USB Type-C connection, and extensive software bundle including elementary versions of Ableton Live and Avid Pro Tools music production workstations, virtual instruments, plug-in effects, loops, and more, the Scarlett Solo gives you plenty of powerful tools to kick-start your inspiration; just plug the Scarlett Solo into your Mac/Windows computer or iPad Pro (with USB Type-C), fire up your preferred audio recording software, and let the creativity flow.
Form Factor | Tabletop |
Display | None |
Channels of I/O | Analog: 2 Inputs / 2 Outputs at 192 kHz |
Max Sample Rate/Resolution | 192 kHz / 24-Bit |
Number of Mic Preamps | 1 |
Input Level Adjustment | 2 x Knob |
Solo/Mute | None |
Pad | None |
High-Pass Filter | None |
Expansion Slots | None |
Analog Audio I/O | 1 x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Mic Input (Front Panel) 1 x 1/4" TS Unbalanced Line/Hi-Z Input (Front Panel) 2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Monitor Output 1 x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output (Front Panel) |
Phantom Power | +48 V, Selectable On/Off |
Digital Audio I/O | None |
Host Connection / USB | 1 x USB Type-C (USB 2.0) |
USB (Non-Host) | None |
Sync I/O | None |
Network I/O | None |
MIDI I/O | None |
Wireless Connectivity | None |
Memory Card Slot | None |
Frequency Response | Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.1 dB |
Gain/Trim Range | Inputs: Up to +56 dB |
Max Input Level | Mic Inputs: +9 dBu (Min Gain) Hi-Z Inputs: +12.5 dBu (Min Gain) Line Inputs: +22 dBu (Min Gain) |
Max Output Level | Line/Monitor Outputs: +15.5 dBu at 0 dBFS Headphone Outputs: +7 dBu |
Impedance | Mic Inputs: 3 Kilohms Hi-Z Inputs: 1.5 Megohms Line Inputs: 60 Kilohms Line Outputs: 430 Ohms Headphone Outputs: < 1 Ohm |
Dynamic Range | Mic Inputs: 111 dBA Hi-Z Inputs: 110 dBA Line Inputs: 110.5 dBA Line Outputs: 108 dBA Headphone Outputs: 104 dBA |
THD+N | Mic Inputs: < 0.0012% Hi-Z Inputs: < 0.03% Line Inputs: < 0.002% Line Outputs: < 0.002% Headphone Outputs: < 0.002% |
EIN | Mic Inputs: -128 dBu A-Weighted |
Sample Rates | Up to 192 kHz (AD/DA Conversion) |
Sample Rate Conversion | None |
Bit Depths | Up to 24-Bit (AD/DA Conversion) |
Sync Sources | Internal |
OS Compatibility | macOS 10.12 or Later macOS 11 Windows 7 or Later iPadOS |
Included Software | Ableton Live Lite Pro Tools First |
Compatible Software (Not Included) | Any Core Audio (Mac) Compliant Software |
Included Plug-Ins | Dynamics: Focusrite Red 3 Equalization: Focusrite Red 2 Virtual Instruments: XLN Audio Reverb & Room: Softube TSAR-1R Reverb Delay: Softube Tube Delay Dynamics: Drawmer S73 Harmonic & Tape: Softube Saturation Knob |
Mobile Device Compatibility | iPad Pro (with USB Type-C) |
Required Hardware | Available USB 2.0 Port USB Cable (Included) |
Internet Connection | Required for Software/Driver Download |
Power Requirements | USB Bus Power |
Anti-Theft Features | Kensington Security Slot |
Dimensions | 5.65 x 3.77 x 1.71" / 14.35 x 9.58 x 4.34 cm |
Weight | 0.7 lb / 318.0 g (Without Accessories) 0.8 lb / 363.0 g (With Accessories) |
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Reviews Focusrite Scarlett Solo 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)