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Winner — Best Audio Interface
CM25 MkIII condenser microphone
SH-450 headphones
Auto Gain
Clip Safe
Air Modes
Complete software bundle
The complete Scarlett studio for the artist.
Two of our most detailed, ultra-low-noise preamps.
Plug into 2i2’s 4th-Generation remote-controlled preamps — Scarlett’s clearest and most detailed ever, with a huge 69dB gain range to get huge, dynamic sound, whatever you’re recording.
Let 2i2 handle your levels.
Auto Gain sets your levels and Clip Safe keeps them in the sweet spot, automatically tweaking the gain if you’re in danger of clipping. You’ll never lose a take again.
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CM25 MkIII studio condenser mic
You can use the CM25 MkIII for almost anything, but you’ll love how it sounds on vocals and guitars thanks to its bright and detailed character.
SH-450 closed-back headphones
With the SH-450 we’ve created our best-sounding studio headphones, with plush pads and a soft-touch headband design to keep you focused, not fatigued.
Two Hi-Z guitar inputs that feel just like an amp.
Hi-Z instrument inputs, just like you’d find on an amp, make guitars sound great for DI’s and amp sims.
Get big console sound with two re-engineered Air modes.
Presence mode boosts your signal’s high-end, bringing the sound to the front of the mix. Create intimate vocal recordings, capture every detail of acoustic guitars, and hear your drum overheads shimmer.
All the software you need to make a hit record.
Once you’ve got started with Pro Tools Intro+ or Ableton Live Lite recording software (both included), the Hitmaker Expansion bundle has everything you need to bring big studio sound to your songs, with an unbeatable range of record-making studio tools from the biggest names in the business.
The choice of six million music makers.
Huge 120dB dynamic range for incredible recordings.
Scarlett delivers incredible audio quality, with converters direct from our flagship RedNet interfaces — as found in high-end studios around the world.
Loud and clear.
Our custom-designed headphone amp design sets the stage for the best playback you’ve ever heard from a Scarlett interface, driving high-impedance headphones louder and clearer than ever before.
Focusrite Control 2
Focusrite Control 2 is a powerful app that easily manages Scarlett 4th Gen interfaces on Windows and macOS devices. Pair the iOS and Android app to your desktop computer to remotely control your Scarlett from anywhere in your recording space.
Easy Start
Need help getting set up? Just tell our Easy Start tool what you want to do and we’ll guide you through all the software and setup you need, with recording tips and other helpful content along the way.
Three-year warranty
Millions of music makers rely on Scarlett every day to keep the inspiration flowing. Built to the highest standards for ultra-reliable performance, every Scarlett interface comes with the peace of mind of a three-year warranty.
Award-winning, global support
If you need help at any point you can reach out to our award-winning global support team. We work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, so you can too – if you want.
Specifications in detail
What’s in the box
- Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen
- USB A-C cable
- CM25 MkIII condenser mic with pop filter
- 3m XLR cable
- SH-450 headphones
Line inputs
- Frequency Response      20-20kHz ± 0.05dB
- Dynamic Range           115.5dB (A-Weighted)
- THD+NÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â -100dB @ 8dB gain
- Maximum Input Level      22dBu
- Gain Range              69dB
- Impedance              60kΩ
Overview
- Number of Microphone Preamps         2
- Phantom Power                        Yes
- Instrument Inputs                       2
- Line Inputs                             2
- Air Mode                              Yes
- Auto Gain                             Yes
- Clip Safe                              Yes
- Line Outputs                           2
- Headphone Outputs                    1
- Loopback                             Yes
- Connectivity                          USB Type-C
- Protocol                              USB 2.0
- Form Factor                          Desktop
- Simultaneous I/OÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 4 x 2 (including Loopback inputs)
- A/D Resolution                        24-bit/192 kHz
- Bus Powered                          Yes (900mA)
- Microphone                          CM25 MKIII Condenser
- Headphones                         SH-450 Closed-back
- XLR Cable                            3m
Instrument inputs
- Frequency Response       20-20kHz ± 0.15dB
- Dynamic Range           113dB (A-Weighted)
- THD+NÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â -80dB @ minimum gain
- Maximum Input Level      12dBu
- Gain Range               62dB
- Impedance               1MΩ
Line outputs (Balanced)
- Frequency Response        20-20kHz ± 0.02dB
- Dynamic Range            120dB
- THD+NÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â -109dB
- Maximum Output Level     16dBu
- Impedance                100Ω
Dimensions
- Height         47.5mm
- Width          180mm
- Depth          117mm
- Weight        0.595kg
Supported sample rates
44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz
Microphone inputs
- Frequency Response         20-20kHz ± 0.06dB
- Dynamic Range              116dB (A-Weighted)
- THD+NÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â -100dB @ 8dB gain
- Noise EINÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â -127dBu (A-Weighted)
- Maximum Input Level         16dBu
- Gain Range                  69dB
- Impedance                  3kΩ
Power
- USBÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 900mA
- External (Optional) Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 4.5W
Headphone outputs
- Frequency Response       20-20kHz ± 0.1dB @ 33Ω / 300Ω
- Dynamic Range            112dB @ 33Ω
                           115dB @ 300Ω - THD+N                    -99dB @ 33Ω
                          -108dB @ 300Ω - Maximum Output Level     2.5dBu into 33Ω
                           10dBu into 300Ω - Maximum Output Power    32mW into 33Ω
                           22mW into 300Ω - Impedance                50Ω
Analogue to Digital Converter
- THD+NÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â -110dB
- Dynamic Range           120dB
Digital to Analogue Converter
- THD+NÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â -115dB
- Dynamic Range            130dB (A-Weighted)

























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