The Scarlett 2i2 (4th Gen) is a 2-in, 2-out audio interface designed for artists and musicians seeking studio-quality recordings. It features two ultra-low-noise microphone preamps with a 69dB gain range, Hi-Z instrument inputs, and high-quality line inputs for guitars, keyboards, and synths. With studio-grade converters and a 120dB dynamic range, it delivers professional audio performance.
Auto Gain and Clip Safe functions automatically adjust levels, while Air mode adds Presence and Harmonic Drive for enhanced sound quality. The included Hitmaker Expansion software bundle provides all the tools needed for recording, producing, and releasing music.
Specifications:
General Features:
- Microphone Preamps: 2
- Phantom Power: Yes
- Instrument Inputs: 2 Hi-Z inputs
- Line Inputs: 2
- Line Outputs: 2
- Headphone Outputs: 1
- Air Mode: Yes
- Auto Gain: Yes
- Clip Safe: Yes
- Loopback: Yes
- Connectivity: USB Type-C (USB 2.0 protocol)
- Simultaneous I/O: 4 x 2 (including Loopback inputs)
- A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192 kHz
- Bus Powered: Yes (900mA)
Dimensions:
- Height: 47.5mm
- Width: 180mm
- Depth: 117mm
- Weight: 0.595kg
Supported Sample Rates:
- 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz
Microphone Inputs:
- Frequency Response: 20-20kHz ± 0.06dB
- Dynamic Range: 116dB (A-Weighted)
- THD+N: -100dB @ 8dB gain
- Noise EIN: -127dBu (A-Weighted)
- Maximum Input Level: 16dBu
- Gain Range: 69dB
- Impedance: 3kΩ
Line Inputs:
- Frequency Response: 20-20kHz ± 0.05dB
- Dynamic Range: 115.5dB (A-Weighted)
- THD+N: -100dB @ 8dB gain
- Maximum Input Level: 22dBu
- Gain Range: 69dB
- Impedance: 60kΩ
Instrument Inputs:
- Frequency Response: 20-20kHz ± 0.15dB
- Dynamic Range: 113dB (A-Weighted)
- THD+N: -80dB @ minimum gain
- Maximum Input Level: 12dBu
- Gain Range: 62dB
- Impedance: 1MΩ
Line Outputs (Balanced):
- Frequency Response: 20-20kHz ± 0.02dB
- Dynamic Range: 120dB
- THD+N: -109dB
- Maximum Output Level: 16dBu
- Impedance: 100Ω
Headphone Outputs:
- Frequency Response: 20-20kHz ± 0.1dB @ 33Ω / 300Ω
- Dynamic Range: 112dB @ 33Ω, 115dB @ 300Ω
- THD+N: -99dB @ 33Ω, -108dB @ 300Ω
- Maximum Output Level: 2.5dBu into 33Ω, 10dBu into 300Ω
- Maximum Output Power: 32mW into 33Ω, 22mW into 300Ω
- Impedance: 50Ω
Analog to Digital Converter:
- THD+N: -110dB
- Dynamic Range: 120dB
Digital to Analog Converter:
- THD+N: -115dB
- Dynamic Range: 130dB (A-Weighted)
Power:
- USB: 900mA
- External (Optional): 4.5W
This interface is backed by a three-year warranty and includes access to global support. It is trusted by millions of music makers worldwide for its reliable performance.