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product_id: 1459238
title: "Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (1st Gen) USB Recording Audio Interface"
brand: "focusrite"
price: "$656.62"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.ec/products/1459238-focusrite-scarlett-2i2-1st-gen-usb-recording-audio-interface
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region: Ecuador
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# High-quality mic preamps Excellent digital performance Rugged metal unibody case Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (1st Gen) USB Recording Audio Interface

**Brand:** focusrite
**Price:** $656.62
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate Your Sound Game with the Scarlett 2i2!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (1st Gen) USB Recording Audio Interface by focusrite
- **How much does it cost?** $656.62 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ec](https://www.desertcart.ec/products/1459238-focusrite-scarlett-2i2-1st-gen-usb-recording-audio-interface)

## Best For

- focusrite enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted focusrite brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Last:** Rugged metal unibody case ensures durability for on-the-go creators.
- • **All-in-One Bundle:** Includes Ableton Live Lite and premium plug-ins to kickstart your music journey.
- • **Portable Powerhouse:** Compact design makes it the perfect companion for studio and stage.
- • **Unleash Your Creativity:** Transform your sound with high-quality mic preamps that capture every nuance.
- • **Seamless Digital Experience:** Enjoy superior digital performance for crystal-clear recordings.

## Overview

The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (1st Gen) USB Recording Audio Interface is a high-performance audio interface designed for musicians and podcasters. It features high-quality mic preamps, excellent digital performance, and a rugged metal unibody case, making it both portable and durable. The package includes an authorization code for Ableton Live Lite and a suite of premium plug-ins, providing everything you need to start creating professional-quality audio.

## Description

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Audio InterfaceHoused in an award-winning and attractive anodized aluminum unibody chasis.View largerFocusrite's Scarlett 2i2 is a 2 in/2 out USB recording interface featuring two award-winning Focusrite preamps. Housed in an attractive anodized aluminum unibody chassis, the interface not only sounds fantastic but looks great too. What's more, it's solid enough to take on the road when you travel.The Scarlett 2i2 is much more than just a pretty metal box. For more than 25 years, Focusrite has designed some of the most popular microphone preamps in the industry. This experience has been used to create the transparent, low-noise and low-distortion preamp found not only in the Scarlett 2i2 but also the flagship FireWire interface, the Liquid Saffire 56. Plenty of available headroom makes it suitable for moving coil, condenser and ribbon microphones regardless of the source. Phantom power is provided for mics that need it.  View largerConnect and Monitor Instrument Inputs for RecordingThe front panel Neutrik combination input can be used to connect line and instrument level signals as well as microphones. This makes it perfect for recording the output of a synthesizer or stage piano, while at the flick of a switch, you can cater to the output of an electric or acoustic guitar. Unique halo indicators let you know that you've got a good signal level for recording. Red means that your signal is clipping, and that you should reduce the gain. The halo will momentarily turn amber as the level returns to a healthy level, at which point it will turn green. A large monitor dial provides a tactile control for the volume of your speakers, while a high quality headphone amp provides a clean yet loud signal to headphones connected to the front panel socket. The direct monitor switch routes audio directly from the inputs to both the headphone and speaker outputs. This allows you to monitor the incoming signal with zero-latency.High Quality Mic PreampsScarlett 2i2 features two high quality award-winning Focusrite mic pres. With more than 25 years of experience in designing analog equipment, Focusrite produces the best mic preamps in the industry. The preamps found in the Scarlett 2i2 are no exception to this, and share the same design as those found in our flagship interfaces: Saffire PRO 40 and Liquid Saffire 56.Direct Monitor FunctionFlick the direct monitor switch on the front panel of your 2i2 and you will hear what you're recording through your speakers or headphones, without the signal having to go through your computer. This avoids the possibility of latency, which can be distracting when recording. With 24-bit resolution at sample rates of up to 96 KHz, the digital conversion in the Scarlett 2i2 is of very high quality, meaning that every note and every subtle detail is captured with great clarity.Rugged Metal Unibody Case with Truly Portable InterfaceThe anodized aluminum unibody chassis ensures that your Scarlett 2i2 can withstand the harsh environment of the road. It also makes Scarlett 2i2 the most beautiful interface around. Scarlett 2i2 is very light and compact making it easy to fit in a laptop bag. It's also bus powered, meaning that you don't need an additional power supply. Simply plug in to your computer and hit record.Included DAW and Effects SoftwareInside the box you'll find an authorization code for Ableton Live Lite (available via online download), as well as Focusrite's Scarlett Plug-in Suite and the Red 2 & Red 3 Plug­In Suite (AAX/AU/VST) upon registration of interface. Compatible with all major DAWs, Scarlett plug-in suite provides EQ, Compression, Gate and Reverb-essential tools for polishing your mix.View largerWhich Scarlett Interface Is Right for You?The Focusrite Scarlett series comes in a range of interface configurations. Use the chart to the left to compare models and find the right Scarlett for your recording needs.

## Features

- High quality mic preamps
- Excellent digital performance
- Rugged metal unibody case
- Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB audio interface, truly portable interface
- Includes an authorization code for Ableton Live Lite, Scarlett Plug-in Suite (RTAS/AU/VST), Red 2 & Red 3 Plug-in Suite (AAX/AU/VST), the Softube Time and Tone Bundle, Novation Bass Station, and 1GB of Loopmasters samples

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Focusrite
- **Number of Channels:** 2
- **Item Weight:** 2 Pounds
- **Maximum Sample Rate:** 96 KHz
- **Manufacturer:** American Music and Sound

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: ipad**
A: It is not comparable with the IPad...

**Q: mac**
A: and cheese?

**Q: I'm a bit confused about the front connectors... They will allow for an XLR cable?**
A: Yes, they allow xlr, 1/4" and speakon all in one strange universal socket.  It's a good interface.  I'm using it with an iMac and Logic Pro X.  Couldn't be happier.

**Q: Can I plug a bass guitar directly into this without going thru an amp?**
A: Yes, you can....but I wouldn't due to "impedance mismatch" or so I'm told. I would buy a DI box to use between your instrument and 2i2. Why?...because you barely turn up your instrument/preamp and it already clips red, but you can barley hear it, there is no real punch or power to the signal without using the DI box. When a DI box is used in the mix, you have much more headroom to turn up before you red clip your signal. I bought the ROLLS DB25b which also has an adjustment knob. A Sansamp bass pedal has a preamb and a DI built in. Hope this helps.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-03*