Focusrite Scarlett Solo (2nd Gen) USB Audio Interface with Pro Tools | First
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Brand | Focusrite |
Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
Supported Software | First Focusrite Creative Pack and Ableton Live Lite, Softube Time and Tone Bundle, Focusrite’s Red Plug-in Suite See more |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Number of Channels | 2 |
About this item
- One natural-sounding Scarlett mic preamp with plenty of even gain; one instrument input, Stereo line outputs on RCA phono for connecting to home speakers; one headphones output with gain control. You don't need a power supply, either - just connect with a USB cable and start recording.
- Class-leading conversion and sample rates up to 192kHz / 24 bit; super-low latency for using your plug-ins in real time without the need for DSP
- LIMITED TIME OFFER: FREE Venomode DeeQ, Maximal 2, and Pivot, plug-ins upon registration and download.
- Includes Pro Tools | First Focusrite Creative Pack and Ableton Live Lite, Softube Time and Tone Bundle, Focusrite’s Red Plug-in Suite, 2GB of Loopmasters samples, Choice of one free XLN Addictive Keys virtual instrument, all available via download upon purchase and registration
- Compatible with Windows 7 and higher, and Mac OS X 10.10 and higher. Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz ± 0.25dB. Supported sample rates: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz; Headphone Dynamic Range:104dB (A-weighted). Focusrite now offers a 3-Year Warranty on this and all other Focusrite products.
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Sound quality | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 2.4 | 3.9 | 3.9 |
Volume control | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.4 | — | — | 3.7 |
Tech Support | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.2 | — | — | 3.4 |
Quality of material | — | 4.8 | 4.8 | — | 3.2 | 3.9 |
Easy to use | — | 4.6 | 4.6 | — | 4.4 | — |
Sold By | AVLGEAR | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | ZUZONG Direct | wrugste | Amazon.com |
number of channels | 2 | — | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
hardware interface | usb2.0 | — | — | usb, usb3.0, usb2.0 | usb c | usb |
connectivity tech | USB | Type-C, USB 2.0 | Type-C, USB 2.0 | USB | XLR | USB |
model year | — | — | — | 2021 | 2023 | 2021 |
style | Solo - 1 Mic Pre | 4th Gen | 4th Gen | — | — | Interface only |
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Product information
Item Weight | 15.8 ounces |
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Product Dimensions | 1.77 x 5.71 x 4.41 inches |
ASIN | B01E6T56CM |
Item model number | AMS-SCARLETT-SOLO-2ND-GEN |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #32,139 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #249 in Computer Recording Audio Interfaces |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | June 1, 2016 |
Color Name | Solo - 1 Mic pre |
Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
Connector Type | USB, XLR |
Hardware Interface | USB 2.0 |
Supported Software | First Focusrite Creative Pack and Ableton Live Lite, Softube Time and Tone Bundle, Focusrite’s Red Plug-in Suite |
Size | Solo (2nd Gen) |
Operating System | Windows |
Voltage | 240 Volts |
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Product Description
Focus rite'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 mica preamp, a newly-designed instrument input and super-low latency*. take it anywhere, connect by a single USB cable to a computer, plug your microphone and instrument straight in, and easily record studio quality Audio. Focus rite is the perfect partner for Pro Tools. To celebrate this Scarlett solo now comes with an exclusive version of Pro Tools | first focus rite creative pack, as well as able ton Live Lite. It is compatible with all major DAWs, on Mac and PC. *Super-low round-trip 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.
From the manufacturer
Our Easiest Way to Start Recording
One natural-sounding Scarlett mic preamp with plenty of even gain.
One instrument input designed to handle seriously hot pickups.
Conversion and sample rates up to 192kHz/24-bit.
Super-low latency for using your plug-ins in real time without the need for DSP.
Ideal for Singer-Songwriters and Guitar Players
Scarlett Solo is our simplest and most compact interface. It's ideal for singer-songwriters and guitar players looking for the easiest way to record studio-quality music onto Mac or PC. Take it anywhere, connect and power by USB, plug a mic and guitar straight in, and immediately start recording with the same sound quality as the rest of the Scarlett range.
Crisp and Clear Conversion
We’ve been perfecting audio conversion for over 20 years. Our exceptional digital conversion operates at up to 24-bit and up to 192kHz, so you capture every nuance of every performance in crystal clear audio without any unwanted noise or hum, even when you’re playing softly.
Recording Made Easy
Connect your microphone to our natural-sounding Scarlett preamp, and plug your guitar straight into the input, both of which record studio-quality audio that sounds just the way you intended. Setting the perfect level couldn’t be easier, thanks to our signature Gain Halos around the gain knobs.
Designed for the Guitarist
No matter how loud you play, or how hot your pick-ups, the new-designed instrument input can handle it. You'll be free to play without the worry of unwanted distortion.
Start Recording Today
Scarlett Solo and USB cable.
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Focusrite – Red Plug-in Suite: accurately models our classic Red 2 equalizer and Red 3 compressor.
Softube – Time and Tone Bundle: four of Softube's reverb, delay, mastering and distortion plug-ins.
Focusrite – Plug-in Collective: exclusive offers, tutorial content and more, from some of the most innovative and prestigious plug-in companies.
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Mic pres | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 8 |
Analogue Ins | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 8 | 8 |
Analogue Outs | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 10 |
Headphone Outs | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
ADAT I/O | N | N | N | N | In Only | Y |
MIDI I/O | N | N | Y | Y | Y | Y |
Bus Powered | Y | Y | Y | N | N | N |
Focusrite Control Software & Focusrite iOS Control | N | N | N | Y | Y | Y |
Compatibility | Mac* / PC** | Mac* / PC** | Mac* / PC** | Mac* / PC** | Mac* / PC** | Mac* / PC** |
*Compatible with Mac OSX 10.1 & above | **Compatible with Windows 7, 8.1, & 10 |
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Customers like the performance, quality and ease of use of the sound and recording equipment. They mention that it works amazingly, has a high quality construction and is simple to use. Some appreciate the value for money. That said, opinions are mixed on the sound quality and software.
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Customers like the performance of the sound and recording equipment. They mention that it works amazingly once everything is set up correctly, the software that comes with it works easily enough, and the built-in preamp works perfectly. Some say that the product is a decent mixer and aesthetically pleasing. It works great for drum loops and electronic synths, and it makes everything better.
"...record vinyl to MP3 using Audacity or Reason 11 Intro and it works perfectly fine and sounds great. Still recommend this Audio Interface." Read more
"...The software that comes with it, works easily enough, takes some tweaking to work with my 4k monitor resolution and Windows 10 but it DOES work!..." Read more
"...So as it is now, it's working very reliably, which is an absolute necessity for streaming and recording...." Read more
"EDIT: I mentioned in my original review that the interface does not provide phantom power, but I was mistaken...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the sound and recording equipment. They mention it has a high quality construction, is sturdy, and is a solid choice. Customers also say that the recordings are impressively clear, and the output is among the better they have heard. They say it has an array of amp pre-sets and is all they need for their electric guitar.
"...Plug and play, no hassles and an unbeatable price. The unit is very sturdy, and looks good as others have noted, but who cares about that, the..." Read more
"...There's no roughness in their rotation and they have a decent amount of resistance so you can make very fine adjustments without fear of overdoing it..." Read more
"...settings for this device to 1 channel instead of 2 because it only records mono...." Read more
"...GB has an array of amp pre-sets and its all I need for my electric guitar and I will most likely mic my acoustic and add effects...." Read more
Customers find the sound and recording equipment easy to use. They mention that the programs are awesome, super easy to hook up and use, and simple and effective. Some say that the compact shape and simplicity of its controls make it a great interface for a home studio hobbyist.
"...I play Guitar and Sing for fun and it has proven effective and simple." Read more
"...as others have noted, but who cares about that, the sound and ease of use for Mac is all I care about...." Read more
"...Installation was extremely easy; I downloaded the Windows 10 usb driver from focusrite's website..." Read more
"This thing is great, very clean 24-bit audio in and out. Flawless plug-and-play setup, easy, nice form factor, etc.HOWEVER...." Read more
Customers like the value of the sound and recording equipment. They say it's an excellent unit for the money, the best audio amp for the price, and absolutely worth it. Customers also appreciate the great features and value, saying that it sounds terrific and is easy to use.
"...Crystal clear sound. Plug and play, no hassles and an unbeatable price...." Read more
"...Nobody likes them, but they're cheap and they mean no ground noise ever...." Read more
"...2i2 !!!PROS:~ Cheap. For $150 is a much better offering than the solo in every shape or form.~ Simple. It is still simple...." Read more
"...This is a solid product and has a great price but next I'd probably spend an extra $100 on something that works better." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the audio quality of the product. They mention that it is a decent audio interface with solid audio input and output. Some say that it works as expected, is easy to setup, and provides high-quality sound for the price. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...5 stars all the way!!Update 1/5/2020: This Audio Interface is still going strong and working very well for me...." Read more
"...a quality interface that will take you a step closer to professional sounding music...." Read more
"...great for podcasters, solo recording, or as I do, just as a high quality audio interface for general use...." Read more
"This is an awesome USB audio interface. I have a Heil PR40 dynamic mic, which has a very similar sound to the much more expensive Electrovoice RE20...." Read more
Customers like the latency of the sound and recording equipment. They say it has absolutely no latency.
"...To be frank, I am pleased and amazed. No latency issues at all. Crystal clear sound. Plug and play, no hassles and an unbeatable price...." Read more
"...You just have to set the input/output settings correctly in GB. Virtually no latency. Plug and play (if you know settings)...." Read more
"...I also had a terrible time setting pro tools up to coordinate with my Scarlett Solo...." Read more
"...It actually seems to perform really well, too. Will run at pretty acceptable latency for monitoring guitar recording with VSTs going and whatnot...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the product. Some mention that the sound CAN be very good, but they find it extremely inconsistent from use to use. They say that it has very clean 24-bit audio, with good volume. However, others say that they have issues with noise at maximum gain, distortion, and static-filled audio.
"...It's a great setup and the mic sounds great using this "preamp". Before I had a Pyle Mixer and it sucked compared to this...." Read more
"...But after a while of use, usually 1-3 hours, the audio would start to distort and become garbled...." Read more
"...this with some 4 inch studio monitors that I purchased and the sound is incredible! I use them for all sound not just for recording...." Read more
"...No latency issues at all. Crystal clear sound. Plug and play, no hassles and an unbeatable price...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the software. Some mention it comes with some pretty nice software, while others say that it's limiting and useless for many computers.
"...This is an ingenious implementation of monitoring your levels while recording and easily one of my favorite features of the solo...." Read more
"...The free software licenses provided have been lackluster...." Read more
"...I also bought BIAS FX for $65 as a plugin for it. Both programs are awesome and reasonably easy to use...." Read more
"...The 3 stars initially was for the missing promised software. It's all good :)" Read more
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Update 1/5/2020: This Audio Interface is still going strong and working very well for me. I mainly use it to get audio from my Pioneer DDJ-SX2 DJ controller into my computer to stream on Twitch or Cue.dj and it gets that job done flawlessly. I can connect turntables to my SX2 and record vinyl to MP3 using Audacity or Reason 11 Intro and it works perfectly fine and sounds great. Still recommend this Audio Interface.
I use this with some 4 inch studio monitors that I purchased and the sound is incredible! I use them for all sound not just for recording. YouTube clips, games, movies all sound amazing through this interface. I love its blissful simplicity.
For intermediate or advance recording individuals I would probably not recommend this unless you wanted something small you could take with you on the go? Seems like a funny thing to tag along though, its definitely more of a table top item. But for us beginners its a great way to get your feet wet with some simple recording. I play Guitar and Sing for fun and it has proven effective and simple.
To be frank, I am pleased and amazed. No latency issues at all. Crystal clear sound. Plug and play, no hassles and an unbeatable price. The unit is very sturdy, and looks good as others have noted, but who cares about that, the sound and ease of use for Mac is all I care about.
I don't need multiple inputs, since I do one track at a time, and like it that way. If you are like me, and use Logic, this is a great buy. I express no opinion about using this with a PC, since you have to download drivers and stuff like that. Avoiding all of that is why I have a Mac.
I did plenty of research before purchasing, but I should have done a tad bit more before buying. I'll come back to that, but first the review of the scarlett solo 2nd gen.
The unit came well packaged. It's double boxed, having a plain brown outer cardboard box, with the fancy, full-colored, glossy product box inside. In the box is the scarlett solo 2nd gen unit, manual with download codes for the included software (which I have no need for; I record directly into OBS Studio and Audacity) and usb cable. The usb cable is thin and a fair bit too short, so I highly recommend getting a longer cable, six feet or so. That said, I had no issues with the included cable.
The unit itself is very well built and has some heft to it. The casing is red anodized aluminum and feels very solid and not hollow. All of the knobs and switches are equally solid. The knobs especially, feel great when adjusting. There's no roughness in their rotation and they have a decent amount of resistance so you can make very fine adjustments without fear of overdoing it. The adjustment switches don't have any excess wiggle nor do they feel cheaply made. The XLR, instrument, headphone, usb and rca jacks all accept their appropriate cables snugly with no play. There's wide, flat rubber feet on the bottom that keep the unit in place with minimal slipping.
When plugged in, there's a small green led indicating usb power. When the 48v phantom power is activated, the button lights up in red. Not blindingly so, as the button is translucent, so the light is diffused to a gentle glow. Around each gain knob is a ring that lights up (green indicating a signal is present, red indicating clipping) when an attached microphone or instrument produce sound. The ring is frosted like the phantom power button, so when lit up, the light is even all the way around and diffused and not blinding. This is an ingenious implementation of monitoring your levels while recording and easily one of my favorite features of the solo.
Installation was extremely easy; I downloaded the Windows 10 usb driver from focusrite's website (note that you do NOT have to register anything to download the driver), plugged in the solo to my pc with the included usb cable and it was ready to go. I plugged in my XLR cable, Cloudlifter CL-1 , another XLR cable (needed when using the cloudlifter) and SM57. The solo records at up to 24bit 192 kHz, but I never felt the need to go higher than 24bit 48 kHz.
At first, everything was working great; with the cloudlifter I only need the gain knob at around 25%. My voice comes through loud and clear with little to no noise. But after a while of use, usually 1-3 hours, the audio would start to distort and become garbled. I'd hear it through my headphones, and my neice, who I was playingan online game with at the time, heard it on her end as well. Unplugging and plugging back in the solo would be a temporary fix, but the problem did persist. I saw reading the reviews that it was an issue others were having as well, and that there was a focusrite rep (Chris Ready, a very polite and helpful gentleman) commenting and trying to get to the bottom of the issue. After emailing back and forth with the rep for a bit, I downloaded the most recent driver and the problem now appears to be fixed. So as it is now, it's working very reliably, which is an absolute necessity for streaming and recording.
Now that said, It's very hard to recommend the solo over the Scarlett 2i2 2nd Gen . The 2i2 is $50 more, but worth it for a few features that stand out, one big one in particular. First, the inputs on the front are slightly different; there's two combo inputs that accept both XLR and 1/4" plugs, rather than the single XLR and 1/4" inputs on the solo. Second, the inputs on the back are 1/4" balanced TRS as opposed to the unbalanced rca inputs on the solo. Not a huge deal, but an improvement nonetheless. Finally, and the main reason I should have done a bit more research, the volume knobs for the monitors and headphones are separate on the 2i2, while on the solo a single knob controls both. I do use my headphones a lot ( beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro 80 ohm ), but I have a set of emotiva 6s on the way. With the solo, if I want to use just the headphones, I'll have to reach behind each speaker and turn them down/off, since using the volume knob on the solo controls the volume for both the monitors and the headphones. With the 2i2, I can simply turn down whichever I won't be using.
So while the solo is great, but simple, audio interface, save those extra pennies and go for the 2i2 instead.
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Encima de todo, también viene con un par de DAW en Ableton Lite y Pro Tools. Sin duda la recomiendo.
Se alimenta mediante conexión USB, (cable incluido). Las clavijas son, excepto la del micrófono (XLR), jack de 6mm, por lo que hay que cerciorarse de que disponemos de accesorios que usen este tipo de conexión o al menos de adaptadores. Tiene salida por USB y RCA para canales L/R si quieres trasmitir en analógico. Los controles son sencillos e intuitivos, y la monitorización directa hay que tenerla muy en cuenta.
Admite un micrófono XLR dinámico o de condensador, además de una segunda fuente de audio (línea o instrumento), y cuenta con una función muy importante: desconectar la alimentación Phantom. Normalmente, en una mesa como la Xenyx 302USB obtenemos ruido blanco al grabar con un micro dinámico por no poder desconectar la alimentación necesaria para los micros de condensador. Aquí se puede hacer con sólo pulsar un botón, y asunto resuelto.
Viene acompañada de diversas licencias para programas de edición, muy conveniente si aún no tienes una opción definida.
Build quality is awesome
Ableton & third party plugins easy & nice to download and work with.
However my direct monitoring button makes no sense, it's always ON ! that incase heats it up in 2 hrs .
Protools sucked 7GB of data & the avid link itself got stuck, not able to use & will not waste any more time on it.
Don't be tempted to their softwares , you may get a lot of DAWs cracked to work with. Or invest their , purchase them.
However it fulfilled my requirements of Complete clean sound , build quality.
I'm happy really appreciate it ♡ .. n also the ableton .. gave me 8 tracks to record.. could create something more than earlier. .