Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation)
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Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation)

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Shopper : how big is the headphone jack?jeff g : 1/4 inchCaptain M : 1/4" - you'll need an adapter for 1/8" standard headphones
Delyan P : Hello I don't want to record anything. I have a pair of M-Audio BX5 D2s and I hear some crackling sounds and static noise. Is this a good external interface for them, I am going to use it for music and games and movies. If not please advise me on a better option?
Shopper : describe how this item is used?ANDREW R : Used to convert analog audio signals to digital for use with such things as multi-track digital audio recorders and mastering devices. Pro Tools audio software is frequently used in conjunction with this device (and others like it).

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Review Summary

2018-12-10T16:49:11

Rated 1 out of 5

Windows 10 Driver Issues - DO NOT BUY

If you're using Windows 10 and intend on using this for any extended period of time, AVOID purchasing this product. Currently, I can't go any longer than 3 hours without my audio interface resulting in me sounding like a robot. I've contacted support multiple times and they've tried to be helpful, but it doesn't seem like there's any end in sight for this problem. I wish I had researched the Solo prior to purchasing considering it's a very well known issue. To clarify, there's nothing wrong with the interface itself, but the drivers are not working the way they should. I was using this to connect my AT2020 to my PC for streaming alongside VOIP chatting (Discord/Teamspeak/Skype) and it has been 6 months of continuous unplugging and replugging of the Solo to temporarily work around the issue.

IWouldAvoid

2018-07-11T09:38:12

Rated 5 out of 5

Thanks for the great price

I shopped around for this little audio interface for a while and found that it would open up so many options for me and my family as far as connecting different monitors and connecting instruments mics ect. Got it for a great price and love the simplicity of set up and use.

Lance R.

2018-07-10T11:28:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Great device great price!

I would recommend this product. Although, I was able to get the Focusrite Scarlett Solo 2nd Gen for 69.99... it's still a steal for $

MULTIMEDIA M.

2018-04-28T14:21:57

Rated 5 out of 5

Works great with OBS for YouTube streaming

Our iRig2 HD broke and this is way better than that! We use this to send digital audio from a digital sound board to a Livestream for church services using OBS. You just need to adjust the timing by 70ms for audio sync issue. Perfect and flawless otherwise.

LAWRENCE H.

2018-03-20T16:49:40

Rated 5 out of 5

Has exactly what I need

This allows me to setup a PC karaoke. Works good with my microphone.

BRIAN L.

2018-01-02T10:33:46

Rated 5 out of 5

great for web broadcasting and youtube

got a cheap bm-800 microphone and hook up to computer and you will have a great sounding voice. I would invest in solo first and then if you need better sound upgrade the microphone later.

GENE L.

2017-10-04T08:55:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Interface

I purchased this to replace a Guitar Port USB interface. The Focusrite drivers are light years ahead of the aforementioned. It works flawlessly with Amplitube 4 and Guitar Rig 5 which is the software I use to play through. I have not experienced any lag and I am very happy with the purchase.

Joe H.

2017-09-13T04:43:44

Rated 4 out of 5

As stated, the hardware and software package are excellent however I would bundle a pair of studio monitors.

The overall bundle is excellent. Everything I needed and more (almost). However, the krk monitor was on back order and it took several communications on my behalf to get things taken care of. Then to find out that the bundle was made up of only one studio monitor and not two. So now I will have to order another monitor.

Scott G.

2017-07-04T14:13:45

Rated 4 out of 5

Easy to use

Works great and has a solid build quality. Very easy to use.

Mitch H.

2017-04-04T09:41:48

Rated 4 out of 5

Great Bargain

Focusrite as usual makes good hardware. Scarlett Solo is no exception. From the stable drivers to the simple outputs everything works well. This is not their most featured product but my needs were simple. This device meets my technical expectations as well as my limited pocketbook..

Jeffrey S.

2016-12-29T14:18:34

Rated 5 out of 5

Great

Low latency and great Mac support!

Ryan C.

2016-10-03T12:26:19

Rated 5 out of 5

met expectations

I am a novice in the industry, so take what I say with a grain of salt. I am pleased and have no complaints.

Meredith S.

2016-10-03T11:27:37

Rated 5 out of 5

Works great

Small. Usb poeered sounds good

jeff g.

2016-09-27T21:29:58

Rated 5 out of 5

This is a great interface for anyone on a budget or who would like to record on the go

This is a great interface for anyone on a budget or who would like to record on the go. Zero latency when recording vocals or guitar and easy install. The interface also comes including with some great plugins. The Red EQs are pretty nice and easy to use in any DAW. I would definitelt recommend this product..

Isaiah P.

2016-09-26T08:41:19

Rated 5 out of 5

Easy to use

Good quality product for basic recording needs. Nice software that's easy to use

Evan G.

2016-07-02T13:02:40

Rated 5 out of 5

GREAT JOB!

i love it - DOES EVERYTHING IT SAYS IT WILL DO - aAND the plug-ins are nice as well./

Michael L.

Focusrite Scarlett Solo 2nd Gen Specifications

  • System Requirements

    Mac OS X Yosemite, El Capitan
    Windows 8.1, Windows 7, Windows 10
    Scarlett Solo (2nd Gen) is class compliant on Mac. Driver will be required for PC.

  • 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: <0.002% (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

  • Phono (RCA) Outputs

    Dynamic Range Outputs: 106 dB (A-Weighted)
    Maximum Output Level (0 dBFS): +10 dBu
    THD+N Outputs: <0.002% (minimum gain, -1dBFS input with 22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)

  • Headphone Outputs

    Dynamic Range: 107 dB (A-Weighted)
    THD+N: <0.002% (minimum gain, -1dBFS input with 22Hz/22kHz bandpass filter)
    Maximum Output Level: > +10dBu

  • Software Bundle

    Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite
    Softube Time & Tone Pack
    Pro Tools First | First Focusrite Creative Pack
    Ableton Live Lite music making software
    2GB of Loopmasters sounds and samples
    Novation Bass Station VST and AU plug-in synthesizer

  • Dimensions (H x W x D)

    1.73 x 5.67 x 4.69" / 43.94 x 144.02 x 119.13mm

  • Weight

    1.06lbs / 0.48kg (with accessories)
    0.95lbs / 0.43kg (without accessories)

  • UPC Code

    815301008439

About Focusrite Scarlett Solo 2nd Gen

FEATURED REVIEWS

met expectations

By Meredith S.

I am a novice in the industry, so take what I say with a grain of salt. I am pleased and have no complaints.

This is a great interface for anyone on a budget or who would like to record on the go

By Isaiah P.

This is a great interface for anyone on a budget or who would like to record on the go. Zero latency when recording vocals or guitar and easy install. The interface also comes including with some great plugins. The Red EQs are pretty nice and easy to use in any DAW. I would definitelt recommend this product..

Free Addictive Keys - The Addictive Keys virtual instrument from XLN Audio is now included for free with all Focusrite audio interfaces. One full license per account enables you to choose one world-class Addictive Keys instrument, such as Modern Upright, Studio Grand, Electric Grand or Mark One.

Monthly plug-in offers - Monthly Focusrite Plug-In Collective offers with free or discounted plug-ins to registered Focusrite interface owners.

Start Recording Today
Focusrite's second generation Scarlett Solo is ideal if you want to start recording and now it's even better, faster and easier than before. Though compact and easy to use, it still delivers the same class-leading sound quality and digital conversion as the rest of the latest Scarlett range. It has a single natural sounding Scarlett mic preamp, a newly-designed instrument input and super-low latency (Super-low roundtrip latency was measured at 2.74ms, working at 96kHz with a 32 samples buffer on Logic Pro X, running on a Mac Pro and OS 10.11).

• One natural-sounding Scarlett mic preamp with plenty of even gain.
• One newly-designed instrument input, designed to handle seriously hot pick-ups
• Class-leading conversion and sample rates up to 192kHz / 24 bit
• Super-low latency (Super-low roundtrip latency was measured at 2.74ms, working at 96kHz with a 32 samples buffer on Logic Pro X, running on a Mac Pro and OS 10.11) for using your plug-ins in real time without the need for DSP
• One headphones output with gain control
• Stereo line outputs on RCA phono for connecting to home speakers
• 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

Take it anywhere, connect by a single USB cable, plug your microphone and instrument straight in and easily record studio quality audio. Focusrite is the perfect partner for Pro Tools. To celebrate this Scarlett Solo now comes with an exclusive version of Pro Tools | First Focusrite Creative Pack, as well as Ableton Live Lite. It is compatible with all major DAWs, on Mac and PC.

Sound just like you
With the Scarlett Solo USB audio interface, your recordings will sound just how you want them to. Plug straight in to record your guitar and vocal simultaneously on independent channels so they can be mixed separately. The super-low latency (Super-low roundtrip latency was measured at 2.74ms, working at 96kHz with a 32 samples buffer on Logic Pro X, running on a Mac Pro and OS 10.11) brings confidence to your performance, letting you record and monitor with software effects in real time. Connect your headphones and home speakers or studio monitors, turn up the volume and totally immerse yourself in sound.

New Generation - Better in every way
The second generation Scarlett range is packed full of upgrades. New super-low latency (Super-low roundtrip latency was measured at 2.74ms, working at 96kHz with a 32 samples buffer on Logic Pro X, running on a Mac Pro and OS 10.11) brings 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 underscore its improved industrial design, built to go anywhere.

The Scarlett range also now operates at sample rates all the way up to 192kHz. 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 guitar 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 Solo 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 (featuring 12 additional plug-ins including the Eleven Lite for real life guitar amp emulations), Ableton Live Lite, the Softube Time and Tone Bundle, Focusrite's Red Plug-In Suite, 2GB of Loopmasters samples and more.

Pro Tools | First Focusrite Creative Pack
Scarlett 2nd Generation audio interfaces come with the Pro Tools | First Focusrite Creative Pack. This includes Pro Tools | First + 12 plug-ins:
• Pro Tools | First
• Tape Echo
• Eleven Lite
• Black Op Distortion
• Gray Compressor
• Graphic EQ
• Flanger
• Vibe Phaser
• Roto Speaker
• Sci-Fi Ring Modulator
• Vari-Fi Speed Shifter
• Studio Reverb
• InTune Digital Tuner

All this is in addition to Scarlett's already amazing software bundle which includes Ableton Live Lite. You simply need to register your new Scarlett 2nd Gen unit to download all this amazing content.

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What's in the box:

  • Focusrite Scarlett Solo 2nd Gen 2 Input/ 2 Output USB 2.0 Audio Interface
  • USB Cable
  • Bundle Code for Software
  • Focusrite 2 Year Warranty