Focusrite has premiered the Scarlett
2i2 audio interface, featuring solid audio quality,
simplicity and modern design. The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is a
2-in/2-out USB 2.0 audio interface that contains mic/instrument
preamps, 24-bit/96kHz digital conversion and monitor control, and
sports a new unibody industrial design, but no MIDI connectivity. Features:
Focusrite mic preamps
Anodised aluminium unibody chassis
Unique LED-halo signal indicators
24-bit/96kHz digital conversion
Direct Monitor function for zero-latency tracking
Powered by USB connection
Comes with Focusrite Scarlett plug-in suite &
Ableton Live Lite
At the heart of the Scarlett 2i2, two Focusrite microphone
preamplifiers provide a claimed clean signal path for mic-, instrument-
or line-level sources, and supply phantom power to condenser mics.
Quality digital converters capture audio for professional-sounding
results, and a new unibody chassis a single piece of red anodised
aluminium surrounds the 2i2's internal "organs."
Other features on the Scarlett 2i2 include the innovative LED-halo
signal indicators, which encircle each of the gain controls. These glow
green when an input signal is detected and turn red if clipping occurs,
to provide a quick and easy way of ensuring that an appropriate signal
level is achieved.
The Scarlett 2i2 has a pair of quarter-inch TRS jack outputs for
feeding powered studio monitors or an external audio device, such as a
mixer. A large knob provides accurate control of the output level, and
direct monitoring allows for zero-latency tracking. There's also a
quarter-inch headphones output with dedicated level control. Since the
interface is bus powered, an additional power supply is not needed,
meaning the interface is truly portable. What's more, it's bundled with
the Focusrite Scarlett Plug-in Suite as well as Ableton Live Lite
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