Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 Audio Interface
The company Focusrite has introduced the Scarlett 2i4 audio interface. The new product is the "big brother" of Scarlett 2i2 and includes two Focusrite microphone preamps, four unbalanced and two balanced outputs, a dedicated headphone output, and MIDI in/out. The new product supports 24 bit / 96 kHz format, with a claimed dynamic range of the ADC — 105 dBA, and the DAC — 104 dBA.
In the Focusrite Scarlett 2i4, there are 4 outputs and a separate headphone jack, so you can connect speakers and send separate signals for recording the musician. If you are DJing with a laptop, you can send one stereo signal to the mixer and listen to the next track in headphones through another stereo channel. The Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 also has a MIDI in/out, which will allow you to connect a MIDI keyboard or digital piano to your sound card.
The Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 works on Windows and Mac operating systems and has ultra-stable drivers, so you can fully rely on it and not worry about reliability!
Outstanding features of Focusrite Scarlett 2i4:
- High-quality microphone preamp: With over 25 years of experience in designing such equipment, Focusrite produces the best microphone preamps in its field. The Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 combines the best analog and digital converters for the entry-level class of your audio
- High-quality outputs: With a dynamic range of over 105 dB, the sound will be excellent, passing through professional digital to analog converters, also in DJ mixers, main speakers, or microphones
- MIDI sound card: On the back panel, MIDI IN and MIDI OUT ports to connect your sound card to a synthesizer or digital piano
- USB powered: Take the Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 anywhere! With USB power, your sound card will work from a laptop anywhere, even when using 48-volt phantom power. No mains power is needed
- Durable metal case: The solid anodized aluminum case ensures that the Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 will withstand any road conditions
- Unique LEDs: LEDs around the gain knob for each input provide an easy way to know your signal level. If the signal is good, they light up green (above 24 dBFS). If red, it means the signal is too loud, and the gain needs to be reduced
- Direct monitoring function: Turn the direct monitor switch on the front panel of the Focusrite Scarlett 2i4, and you will hear what you are recording through the speakers or headphones. This eliminates the possibility of latency that can distract during recording
- Software for Mac and PC: Inside the box, you will find a code to unlock Ableton Live Lite 8, as well as a set of plugins for Focusrite Scarlett. With compatibility with all digital audio workstations on Mac and PC, the plugin set provides an equalizer, compressor, gate, and reverb