The Scarlett 4th Gen has been named the winner of the ‘Best Audio Interface’ for 2024!
The 4th Gen Solo, 2i2, and 4i4 were released under six months ago and to win Sound on Sound’s ‘Best Audio Interface’ for 2024 is no small feat.
Focusrite’s designers have once again managed to improve their best‑selling interfaces in ways that will bring real benefits to almost all users.
Incredible preamps. Colossal dynamic range. Re-engineered Air mode for big studio sound. Auto Gain and Clip Safe. All the software you need.
Focusrite has been the the pre-eminent name in desktop audio interfaces since the dawn of the home studio era. The iconic “little red box” of the Scarlett range can be seen in countless bedrooms, rehearsal rooms, and home offices all around the world.
Over the years, the landscape has changed, and the competition has become serious, with dozens of brands offering alternatives to the Scarlett. Thankfully Focusrite know just how to keep up with the times and regularly release new Generations of the Scarlett that continue to push boundaries.
Their latest offering, the Scarlett 4th Generation is no different, boasting an impressive range of updates and upgrades to take your home studio to the next level. Let’s take a closer look.
Elevate Your Sound Quality: Scarlett 4th Generation Interfaces
Meet the Scarlett 4th Generation interfaces are equipped with remote-controlled 4th Gen preamps designed to capture the softest vocals and the most thunderous guitar riffs. These preamps offer a remarkable 69dB gain range, ensuring that every nuance of your performance is faithfully reproduced. (Even when using particularly gain-hungry microphones)
But what truly sets these interfaces apart are the flagship converters they house. When you hit the red button, you’re recording with professional-grade, 192kHz, 24-bit converters direct from Focusrite’s flagship RedNet interfaces—trusted in countless high-end studios worldwide. This unrivaled audio quality allows you to build your compositions layer by layer, all while maintaining impeccable sound clarity and detail.
Studio-quality Hi-Z instrument inputs and super-high-quality line inputs are at your disposal, allowing you to shape your sound with precision. Transform your guitars into pristine DI recordings or lifelike amp simulations with the Hi-Z inputs, while the line inputs faithfully capture the unique character of your synthesizers and keyboards.
Auto Gain and Clip Safe: Streamlined Recording Control
Experience the convenience of Auto Gain, which effortlessly sets the optimal recording level. Just hit the button, play for ten seconds, and let Scarlett adapt to your performance, maximizing its extensive dynamic range while providing ample headroom. And with Clip Safe technology, your recordings are protected from distortion, as it monitors levels up to 96,000 times per second, making sure your audio remains pristine without any added compression or limiting.
Air Mode - Elevate Your Sound Presence and Harmonics
Scarlett’s Air Mode is your ticket to achieving that iconic Studio Console sound. Presence mode accentuates the high-end frequencies, bringing your audio to the forefront of your mix—ideal for capturing intimate vocals and intricate acoustic guitar performances. Meanwhile, Harmonic Drive mode adds a punch to mid-range harmonics, ensuring your lead vocals and instrument tracks shine through in the mix.
Complete Software Suite for Record-Making: Your Path to Hit Records
In addition to Ableton Live Lite and three months of Pro Tools Artist recording software, Scarlett’s Hitmaker Expansion bundle equips you with an array of record-making studio tools from industry giants. These tools provide everything you need to infuse your songs with the big studio sound that will set you on the path to creating chart-topping hits. Elevate your music with Focusrite Scarlett 4th Generation interfaces—your gateway to unparalleled sound quality and creativity.
