Focusrite Scarlett Solo

Precision digital conversion means that you capture the most accurate, best-possible-sounding performance. And the mic pre inside the Scarlett Solo's elegant, rugged and compact aluminium case is a genuine Focusrite microphone preamp with a 30-year heritage, specially designed for our interfaces, which lets you record with the legendary Scarlett sound. Sleek, light and tough enough to take whenever you go, Scarlett Solo turns your Mac or PC into a portable recording studio. Whenever inspiration strikes, simply plug in any microphone and instrument, and start making the highest quality recordings.

Record with Focusrite's legendary sound

The better your preamp, the better your microphone will sound, and the better the recording. Focusrite preamps like the one in Scarlett Solo are widely considered the best in the world. +48V phantom power is also built-in, so you can use any microphone you like, including high-quality condenser types.

Plug Straight In

Scarlett Solo lets you get a musical idea down minutes after it's hit you. Plug a microphone into input 1 and an instrument into input 2 – the two settings suit pickups as well as keyboards. Set the levels simply and quickly: unique halos around the gain knobs will stay green when your level is good and turn red if you're too loud – you can be confident you're always recording at the right level.

Record Anywhere

Carry Scarlett Solo with you – its durable and elegant aluminium unibody enclosure is designed for life on the road, and you can take it anywhere. Simply plug it into your Mac or PC via USB and start recording, without the need for a bulky power supply

Capture Every Detail

Scarlett Solo is great for demos – but it's perfect for masters too! Precision converters capture your performance in studio-quality 24-bit resolution digital audio. Use sample rates of up to 96kHz for pristine, clear recordings and an exceptional dynamic range of over 105dB for master-quality sound. There's no better way of getting the highest quality into your computer.

Record with Legendary Sound

Plug into an analogue audio design legacy spanning four decades. Focusrite microphone preamps are considered by many to be the best in the world.

Capture Every Detail

Precision convertors transform your live performance into studio-quality 24-bit resolution digital audio, with sample rates of up to 96kHz and an exceptional dynamic range of over 105dB.

Record Anywhere

Sleek and lightweight enough to throw into your backpack, the stunning aluminium chassis is also durable enough to endure life on the road.

Power with USB

Simply plug into your Mac or PC via USB and start recording, without the need for a bulky power supply.

Plug Any Instrument Straight In

Plug straight into a high quality DI that minimises the risk of distortion, or switch to line level to instantly connect your mono analogue synth or outboard gear to the rest of your studio.

Immerse Yourself in Sound

Connect your headphones and speakers to immerse yourself in Focusrite-quality sound, using the large volume dial to set the perfect level.

Always Record at the Right Level

Get a clean recording every time by keeping an eye on the halos around the gain knobs. They stay green when your level is good and turn red if you're too loud.

Everything You Need

Inside the box you'll find all the software and sounds you need to record and mix music. This includes Ableton Live Lite 9 recording software, 1GB of Loopmasters sample content, the Novation Bass Station virtual instrument and Focusrite's Scarlett plug-in suite.

Record Better Vocals

The slight delay between your singing and the sound of your voice in your headphones can be very distracting. Simply flick a switch to hear exactly what you're recording without any of this latency.

Specifications:

• 2 in / 2 out USB audio interface
• 96 KHz, 24-bit conversion
• 1 Focusrite microphone preamplifier
• Red anodised aluminium unibody chassis

Front panel

• 1 mic input – high quality XLR
• 1 line/instrument input – high quality ¼" TRS Jack
• 1 Line/Instrument switches
• 2 Gain knobs
• 2 Gain halo signal indicators
• 48V Phantom power switch
• Direct monitor switch
• Large monitor / headphone level dial
• USB Connection LED indicator
• Headphone output - ¼" TRS Jack

Rear panel

• 2 monitor outputs – RCA Phono
• USB 2.0 Port
• Kensington Lock slot

Included software

• Ableton Live Lite
• Focusrite Scarlett plug-in suite
• Novation Bass Station plug-in – VST / AU
• 1GB of Loopmasters samples

Technical Specifications
Clock source:	Internal
ADC Dynamic Range	106 dB 'A-weighted' (all . inputs). Converter chipset A/D dynamic range 114 dB
DAC Dynamic Range	Range 106 dB 'A-weighted' (all . outputs). Converter chipset D/A dynamic range 114 dB
Supported Sample Rates	44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 . kHz / 24 bit – operation with Mac and PC
Microphone Input
Frequency Response	20 Hz – 20 kHz +/-0.3 dB
Gain Range	-4 dB to +46 dB
THD	-97 dB
Noise (EIN)	- 125 dB
Dynamic Range	106 dB (A-weighted)
Max. Input level	+4 dBu
Instrument Input
Frequency Response	20 Hz – 20 kHz +/-0.2dB
Gain Range	-16 dB to +34 dB
THD	-95 dB
Noise (EIN)	-109 dB
Dynamic Range	106 dB
Max. Input level	+15 dBu
Line Input
Frequency Response	20 Hz – 20 kHz +/-0.2dB
Gain Range	-21 dB to +29 dB
THD	-93 dB
Noise (EIN)	-98 dB
Dynamic Range	106 dB
Max. Input Level	+21 dBu
Line Outputs
THD	-100 dB
Noise (Equivalent Output Noise)	-92 dB, Noise = -97 dB (A-wt)
Dynamic Range	106 dB
Max. Output Level	+9 dBu, unbalanced
Headphone Output
THD	-100 dB
Dynamic Range	106 dB
Max. Output Level	+10 dBu (no load)