The 4th-gen Focusrite Scarlett Solo gives songwriters plenty of reasons to upgrade their previous-generation interface, such as an updated mic preamp, RedNet-derived AD/DA conversion, Auto Gain and Clip Safe features, Dynamic Gain Halos, and more. This 2-in/2-out USB-C audio interface includes a guitar-friendly hi-Z input, a custom-designed headphone amp, loopback, and Focusrite’s acclaimed Air Mode. Beginners will appreciate Focusrite’s Easy Start tool. You also get a sizable cache of included software, giving you everything you need to record, mix, and master your music. Add to that the Scarlett Solo’s premium build quality, and you get a near-bulletproof studio solution that’s great for beginners and seasoned recordists alike. The Focusrite Solo best seller for recording songwriters and musicians, and the 4th generation’s powerful new features make it the most value-packed Solo yet.
New Features
The audio circuitry used in the new interfaces has been completely re-engineered, with the RedNet-derived converters delivering an impressive 120dB dynamic range, and the preamps found in the 2i2 and 4i4 offering 69dB of gain. Auto Gain is capable of setting the ideal recording level after 10 seconds of playing or singing, whilst Clip Safe continuously monitors the input signal and adjusts the gain as necessary, allowing users to concentrate on their performance without worrying about levels. The physical input and output level controls also use an updated version of Focusrite’s Dynamic Gain Halos, which provide detailed visual feedback of signal levels.
Software
An Easy Start tool quickly guides users through the setup procedure, and the interfaces come bundled with Ableton Live Lite and a three-months subscription to Pro Tools Artist. Plug-ins are provided, too, with Focusrite’s Hitmaker Expansion software bundle providing a suite of software processors from the likes of Softube, Native Instruments, Antares and many more. A two-month subscription to Landr Studio is also included, offering music distribution on streaming platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music and TikTok, along with five free masters that can be used at any time.
Focusrite Control 2 software is also included, facilitating remote setup and control of the interfaces’ settings from a PC or Mac. There is also a loopback feature, which allows uses to easily route audio to and from other computer applications for flexible recording and streaming options.
