Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (3rd Generation) Review
2x2 USB Audio Interface
- Singers, Guitarists, Podcaster Duos
- USB Type-C Connectivity
- 2 Mic/Line/Instrument Preamps
- 1 Headphone Out, Stereo Monitor Out
- 24-Bit / 192 kHz Converters
- Bus Powered / Mac, Windows, iPad Pro
- Phantom Power, Direct Monitor
- Mic Air Mode, Multicolor Gain Halos
- Compact, Rugged Housing
- DAWs, VIs, Loops, and Samples
Introduction
In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 623,790 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (3rd Generation). This analysis is performed by the RR artificial intelligence and updated daily with newly submitted reviews. The RR AI utilizes a complex algorithm to first scrutinize user reviews for credibility, filtering out unreliable ones. It then proceeds to dissect and evaluate the valuable insights within these reviews, providing users with ratings regarding the features of this product. Based on these assessments, users can make informed decisions about whether this product is suitable for them or not.
Ratings Based on Features
These results are a summary of user reviews of the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (3rd Generation). For example, 91% of 306,795 users who have commented on the Sound quality of the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (3rd Generation) have given positive feedback.
Highlighted Customer Reviews
Showing 81 to 100 of 480 Reviews
Good Interface
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)
Reviewed by Peter on B&H Photo Video
I'm using this in a Wirecast live streaming setup on a Lenovo laptop capturing an audio feed from the house mixer. Setup was easy and it works fine.
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB audio interface
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)
Reviewed by Thomas on B&H Photo Video
I bought this to capture sound for live streaming video. Pros: Very nice interface, simple to use, flexible input/output options Con: Preamp doesn't have much amplification. I've used it with a common EV cardioid dynamic mic. I had to crank the input level all the way up to get a medium level over USB to my Macbook Pro. I haven't tried it as a preamp to a power amp, but that was not my primary need for a USB interface. I will try it with a condenser mic, but compared to my Mixpre6 over USB, it is quite a bit weaker. ... More
Awesome & well worth the money
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)
Reviewed by Brian on B&H Photo Video
This is more than I thought it would be as far as quality and ease of using. Within only a couple of minutes I had it connected to my MacBook Pro and using it with Audacity. The monitor was also a simple hookup to my speakers. I run my mikes and acoustic guitar into a Behringer mixer and from the mixer to the Scarlett 2i2 and all is compatible and works like a charm. Very pleased that I bought this and the price was reasonable and affordable. B&H was superb and had it here within a couple of days. Can't say enough good things about their service! ... More
This was not right for my RE27
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)
Reviewed by CarlosQ on B&H Photo Video
I attempted to use this unit with the dynamic mic (RE27) and found myself having to turn the gain up to nearly 100% while it did pick up my voice it also then picked up everything else including static noise...not ideal for voice over unless you have a mic pre in the chain. ALSO and important to note - at the time of this review 09/27/2012 the software effects did not play well with Mac Mountain Lion...
It just works!
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)
Reviewed by Ilya on B&H Photo Video
I've only owned this product for about 2 weeks but I have been using it on a daily bases to record lectures, and for live streaming. I love the simplicity of this device, it's just plug and play. So far I have used 3 different microphones for it, a Sennheiser e835, EW G4, and Shure sm58. All three work flawlessly, and I've even plugged in aux out from my X32 mixer and that also works really well. So far this has been a great USB audio interface.
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Exactly what I wanted
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)
Reviewed by Pattar on B&H Photo Video
I bought this for personal recordings, with use on Garageband, and it works like a charm. It is easy to use and records beautifully. I plugged in a mic and my acoustic guitar, and it sounded amazing. Plugged in my electric guitar an my Line 6 pedal board, and had hours of fun recording and fiddling around with it.
Awesome Product
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)
Reviewed by DLove on B&H Photo Video
After having tried several Tascam interfaces to no avail I am happy to have finally found a product that works with Mac OSX Lion 10.7.5. This is music to my ears. It's compact, sounds great and very easy to operate. I love the fact that it's USB powered so I don't need to use a power cord to operate it.
Fantastic Product!
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)
Reviewed by Kniffin719 on B&H Photo Video
I use this product to produce voiceovers primarily and to control my audio output from my iMac. I haven't used it for anything else yet but it would be fantastic for any kind of audio recording. The peaking lights on the gain nobs is a great feature. I use the 2i2 with Adobe Audition because I produce commercials professionally using the entire adobe suite. The 2i2 works seamlessly and all I had to do was install a couple drivers and adjust the settings in my workflow. Fantastic product, easy to use, inexpensive, and looks great too.
My first audio interface - I love it!
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)
Reviewed by Bob on B&H Photo Video
As a recording musician I have worked in studios with engineers using digital recording for years but have never attempted to do it myself, so I'm a newbie to computer recording. I couldn't believe how easy it was to setup this interface and integrate it with my Mac's recording software. I'm currently recording a project for a client remotely due to the pandemic. The 2i2 is hiss free, no noticeable latency, and easy to use because it has knobs and switches. I've used inputs for guitar and XLR, no problems. I highly recommend this unit.
Solid build, reliable signal and great sound
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)
Reviewed by Gabriel on B&H Photo Video
For the last couple years I've used the Behringer u-phoria umc204hd, which is of comparable price and quality. However, lately playback through it would randomly yield static in the audio. This is a known issue online with not clear solution. So we got the Scarlett 2i2 and have been using it instead for weeks now, every day for long sessions, without any issues. Sound quality is excellent and the usb-c port is a great new feature. The Air setting adds a little boost to the mid/upper range which is nice for narration work. Highly recommended.
Great Overall Value, Highly Recommended.
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)
Reviewed by Matt on B&H Photo Video
The kit had everything I needed to get up and running in a hurry. The interface is an incredible value! The only knocks I have against it are a big gain jump at the clockwise end of the gain pots (10dB+), and it could use a little more headphone volume. The mic stand at full extension is barely adequate for the heavy microphone, but it is of good quality. The headphones are a good value. The mic sounds good with voice, and of all things, tuba. There's plenty of headroom, and it easily captures the fundamental of the horn.
Amazing bundle for
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)
Reviewed by James on B&H Photo Video
I had purchased this bundle in order to record audio for my YouTube channel. This is perfect for that. I like that it does not require a power adapter, that it simply uses the power provided to it from the USB port. Even though I have to have the volume for the mic really high to pick up when I'm talking, that is not the problem with the mic - simply that I'm not talking as loud as I should be. The only thing from this bundle that I have not used yet has been the mic stand - because I had purchased a studio arm, in order to make recording a little easier. ... More
Simple and effective interface
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)
Reviewed by Graham on B&H Photo Video
I'm a pretty non-technical user when it comes to recording audio and video on my computer. I needed a simple but effective audio interface to be able to record voice and guitar. This box and its software was very easy to install, especially with the great teaching videos. It comes with a number of software products that weren't as easy to install (except for Ableton Live 10 Lite which is quite straightforward). My video editor brother commented on the high sound quality recently. Definitely recommended.
So glad I chose this one!
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)
Reviewed by Scott on B&H Photo Video
I had been using an M-Audio Firewire interface for several years, but when I switched from a desktop to a laptop I didn't have a Firewire port anymore and needed to go with USB. I almost bought another M-Audio, but a few people told me the mic pres were better on the Focusrite. I started checking reviews, and it seemed like a lot of people agreed. And, since B&H had the Focusrite for almost $k less, I decided to give it a shot. Everything I was told is true! The sound from this unit is warmer and much more pleasing to the ears. Makes my M-Audio sound sterile. ... More
Excellent Interface
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Josh B. on Reverb
I wish I had bought this interface years years ago! After installing the drivers and Focusrite Control, it's working great. Going direct into the instrument input sounds good on its own, and has no noticeable latency when I'm using amp sims. And, if I want to hear just my clean signal tone for live monitoring, the Direct Monitoring feature is excellent. I'm using the interface on Windows 10 with Reaper and Ableton Live.
Just the one to buy
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB Audio Interface (Gen 3)
Reviewed by Yichen on Guitar Center
I've been planning to have an audio interface for a while. I know one of my friends, who's doing a rock band, has been using this brand for years. So I just directly headed for this. And it just works as expected. The surprising point I didn't imagine is that it can be connected with both my headphones and a pair of monitoring speakers, and has separate knob for the volume of each. This simplifies the process I switch between, so that I don't have to trouble with the settings on my PC.
Excellent Interface!
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)
Reviewed by SeeJay on B&H Photo Video
I've been using this interface for a couple of weeks and I am very happy with it. No complaints about the quality of the build or the electronics. Very easy set-up. I love the portability, although I mainly use it in my desktop setup. I recorded my child's electronic toy with a condenser mic and the sound quality was perfect. It would have been nice if it had a MIDI interface, but most people probably wouldn't need that and I have not found that to be a big deal
Scarlett does not accept a 48kHz sample rate
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)
Reviewed by Nivien on B&H Photo Video
I have had the Scarlett 2i2 for over a year, and I have gotten so frustrated with it that I am considering buying a replacement interface from another company. My problem is that in Pro Tools, the Scarlett will _not_ accept a sample rate of 48kHz. If you google focusrite scarlett 2i2 48khz pro tools, youll find that this is a common complaint. While the company says this problem can be fixed in your computers audio midi setup, my experience (I am a Mac user) is that this does not work. I am tired of the fact that I constantly have to accommodate a machine that should be supportive of my workflow. So, if you use Pro Tools, I recommend you read up on this issue before you decide to buy. ... More
Amazing Clarity
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)
Reviewed by VoiceGuy11 on B&H Photo Video
I use this is my home studio, trying to match the clarity of my pro studio but not having to spend thousands. This interface is amazing. The Focusrite connects are a dream the clarity throughout the entire connection all the way to production are simply unmatched! With my Neumann TLM103 and this puppy there is no competition. Works perfectly with Audition CS6 and Pro Tools 9!
Great Audio Interface
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation)
Reviewed by Frank on B&H Photo Video
I bought this to replace my aging M-Box II Pro audio interface. So far this Scarlett has been wonderful. So far I've used it with Logic, Pro Tools, and Garage Band. Easy to setup. USB powered. Build quality is excellent. Their tech support is very good.
