Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface (2nd Gen)

The second generation of Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface represents superb value for those who want to start Recording vocals, instruments and guitars today. It's very easy to set up and use - ideal for budding singer-songwriters and beginners just starting their recording studio experiments, with two recording channels.

Just Plug-and-Play!

Focusrite's second generation Scarlett Solo is ideal if you want to start recording, and now it's even better, faster and easier than before. Though compact and easy to use, it still delivers the same class-leading sound quality and digital conversion as the rest of the latest Scarlett range.

Scarlett Solo has a single natural sounding Scarlett mic preamp, a newly-designed instrument input and super-low latency. Take it anywhere, connect by a single USB cable, plug your microphone and instrument straight in, and easily record studio quality audio.

Focusrite is the perfect partner for Pro Tools. To celebrate this, the Scarlett Solo Interface now comes with an exclusive version of Pro Tools | First Focusrite Creative Pack, as well as Ableton Live Lite. It is compatible with all major DAWs, on Mac and PC.

Sound just like you

With the Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB audio interface, your recordings will sound just how you want them to. Plug straight in to record your guitar and vocal simultaneously on independent channels so they can be mixed separately. The super-low latency* brings confidence to your performance, letting you record and monitor with software effects in real time. Connect your headphones and home speakers or studio monitors, turn up the volume and totally immerse yourself in sound.

New Generation - Better in every way

The second generation Scarlett range is packed full of upgrades. New super-low latency* brings confidence to your performance, letting you record and monitor with software effects in real time. New metal gain controls and a sleeker red metal chassis underscore its improved industrial design, built to go anywhere. The Scarlett range also now operates at sample rates all the way up to 192kHz. The input channels have evolved too. The latest Scarlett mic preamp features a more even gain structure, so you can accurately set your levels, and the instrument input has also been completely redesigned so it can handle seriously hot guitar pick-ups. Finally, Focusrite have provided analogue protection circuitry across both the inputs and the outputs, to guard your interface against unwanted power surges.

Ready to record anywhere

Compact and portable enough to take anywhere, you won't even need a power supply; Scarlett Solo is connected and powered by a single USB cable. It also comes with the software and effects you need to start recording; an exclusive version of Pro Tools | First Focusrite Creative Pack (featuring 12 additional plug-ins including the Eleven Lite for real life guitar amp emulations), Ableton Live Lite, the Softube Time and Tone Bundle, Focusrite's Red Plug-In Suite, 2GB of Loopmasters samples and more.

*Super-low roundtrip latency was measured at 2.74ms, working at 96kHz with a 32 samples buffer on Logic Pro X, running on a Mac Proand OS 10.11

Free Plug Ins With Focusrite Plug In Collective

The Focusrite Plug-in Collective has been set up to provide Focusrite users with an array of FREE professional grade plug-ins, tutorials and exclusive offers each month. The team at Focusrite has been working with some of the most renowned plug-in companies in the world to bring you a variety of useful tools to make your recording experience even better. All you have to do is register your product and you have access to new plug-ins, tutorials and special offers every month.

Free Addictive Keys virtual instrument from XLN Audio

Focusrite love a good plug-in, which is why they’ve partnered with the team at XLN Audio to provide all Focusrite Scarlett, Clarett, Red and Saffire audio interface users Addictive Keys virtual instrument. Both new and existing users can take advantage of this great offer. One full license per account enables you to choose one world-class Addictive Keys instrument, such as Modern Upright, Studio Grand, Electric Grand or Mark One. Enjoy the Addictive Keys unique approach sound creation, smart workflow, fast loading times and high-quality presets, ideal for all musical genres and styles.

To download your piano plug-in, simply register an audio interface. Follow the instructions at the top of your account page to enable you to access this great virtual instrument from your home recording studio set-up.

Fantastic Focusrite Warranty

No matter where you are in the world, Focusrite offer a fantastic two-year warranty if your hardware needs repair or replacement due to a manufacturing fault.

In fact, Focusrite will cover the shipping cost both ways in the UK and even send replacement hardware before you return your hardware to them.

CHECK OUT ALL THE DETAILS ON OUR FOCUSRITE PLUG-IN COLLECTIVE PAGE!

Included Software

• Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite
• Softube Time & Tone Pack
• Pro Tools First | First Focusrite Creative Pack
• Ableton Live Lite music making software
• 2 GB of Loopmasters sounds and samples
• Novation Bass Station VST and AU plug-in synthesizer

What’s In The Box

• Scarlett Solo (2nd Gen) Audio Interface
• USB Cable
• Bundle code for your free software

System Requirements

• Mac OS X Yosemite, El Capitan
• Windows 8.1, Windows 7, Windows 10

Scarlett Solo S is class compliant on Mac. Driver will be required for PC.

Single Hardware Unit Weight  &  Dimensions

• 1.06lbs (with accessories)
• 0.95lbs (without accessories)   
• 1.73” x 5.67” x 4.69” (H x W x D)