Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 (2nd Generation) Review

USB Audio Interface

26,362 reviews
15
  • 2 Scarlett Inputs & 4 Outputs
  • 4x Unbalanced RCA Outputs
  • MIDI I/Os
  • Powered via USB
  • Independent Headphone Output
  • Line/Instrument Switches
  • 48V Phantom Power
  • 24-Bit/192 kHz
  • Included Software Bundle
  • Mac OS X & Windows Compatible

Introduction

In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 26,362 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 (2nd 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 2i4 (2nd Generation). For example, 90% of 11,675 users who have commented on the Value for money of the Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 (2nd Generation) have given positive feedback.

90%
Value for money
90% of users are satisfied, based on 11,675 reviews
91%
Sound quality
91% of users are satisfied, based on 6,660 reviews
93%
Easy to use
93% of users are satisfied, based on 5,398 reviews
88%
Tech Support
88% of users are satisfied, based on 3,348 reviews
92%
For beginners
92% of users are satisfied, based on 3,314 reviews
86%
Sturdiness
86% of users are satisfied, based on 2,076 reviews
92%
Durability
92% of users are satisfied, based on 2,076 reviews
92%
Versatility
92% of users are satisfied, based on 2,076 reviews
94%
Comfort
94% of users are satisfied, based on 2,072 reviews
90%
Style
90% of users are satisfied, based on 2,070 reviews
92%
Quality of material
92% of users are satisfied, based on 1,265 reviews
98%
Volume control
98% of users are satisfied, based on 1,265 reviews
Average Rating (26,362 ratings)
92%
Amazon.co.uk ( 2,083 ratings )
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Amazon.it ( 2,076 ratings )
92%
Amazon.es ( 2,072 ratings )
92%
Amazon.fr ( 2,070 ratings )
92%
Amazon.com.au ( 2,065 ratings )
94%
Amazon.com ( 1,265 ratings )
92%
Amazon.ca ( 1,243 ratings )
92%
Amazon.in ( 1,242 ratings )
90%
Amazon.co.jp ( 1,240 ratings )
92%
Amazon.com.mx ( 1,239 ratings )
92%
Amazon.sa ( 1,239 ratings )
92%
Amazon.com.tr ( 1,239 ratings )
92%
Amazon.ae ( 1,239 ratings )
92%
Amazon.nl ( 1,239 ratings )
92%
Amazon.se ( 1,239 ratings )
92%
Amazon.pl ( 1,239 ratings )
92%
Amazon.com.br ( 1,238 ratings )
92%
Amazon.de ( 889 ratings )
90%
Amazon.cn ( 127 ratings )
88%
Reverb ( 40 ratings )
99%
B&H Photo Video ( 39 ratings )
90%
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Highlighted Customer Reviews

Showing 21 to 40 of 78 Reviews

First Home Recording Studio purchase

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface

Sep 7, 2017

Reviewed by Richard O. on Reverb

I'm setting up a home recording studio for voice, perhaps vocal singing, plus MIDI. This solid unit is working well with my Mac Mini and vintage 1990s Yamaha MIDI keyboard. Headphone listening is easily adjusted. I use this interface with the Mac for listening on Spotify or iTunes or YouTube as well as the recording rig. USB supplies power - no extra power cords needed.

Excellent and Easy to Install

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface

Jun 2, 2020

Reviewed by Malcolm N. on Reverb

Using with keyboards and MacBook Pro. Plug-and-Go! Solid build quality, clean sound, easy to use with a little experimentation re. levels. Lots of online help if you need it. Having done some research re. audio interfaces I am very glad that I opted for this one. Wish I had bought it years ago!

More than enough to get you started

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface

Nov 30, 2020

Reviewed by Corey A. on Reverb

If you're a hobby recording musician like the overwhleming majority of us, this is a 'hard to go wrong' first choice. It's got enough features, functions well, and the preamps are decent enough to get you recording, mixing, and sharing your music. Eventually you might want to upgrade when the wallet allows, but 6 years later I'm still using a Focusrite. Great product for the price. Recommended.

Great features

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB 2.0 Audio Interface Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB 2.0 Audio Interface

Mar 11, 2019

Reviewed by Patrick R. on Reverb

The focusrite 2i4 is easy to use. I bought mine used. No firmware downloads required. Plug and play experience has been great. Great for cueing as a DJ.

highly recommend

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation) Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation)

Feb 14, 2017

Reviewed by Craig on B&H Photo Video

its been great for me so far. i use this with my macbook air and garageband and its easy to record and everything sounds great! i definitely recommend!

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This is a great little device.

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation) Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation)

Jul 26, 2019

Reviewed by Gregory on B&H Photo Video

It was ironic that the 3rd generation model was released literally the day after I bought the 2nd generation, but I don't regret it at all. It has every feature I could ever want, and I am enjoying using it. Very simple to set up and operate.

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface

Feb 28, 2019

Reviewed by Fred F. on Reverb

I am an inexperienced user but the 2i4 is easy to use and setup. The included downloadable software is more than worth the price of the box. Sounds good and easy yo use so far. Also works as a sound card for you PC and sounds better than the built in sound card in your PC.

Brilliant bit of kit

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation) Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation)

Mar 20, 2015

Reviewed by John on B&H Photo Video

This little baby works brilliantly. I use it primarily as an audio out and went for the 2i4 as I can still connect my Roland SPD-SX via midi using Ableton drum racks and as a Midi controller. It works fantastically, audio quality is stunning and low signal latency is perfect for my application.

Good interface

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface

Dec 19, 2018

Reviewed by Alex F. on Reverb

Everything about it is very transparent and simple and easy to use. It might as well be Apple branded. The 4 outs are handier than I'd anticipated for doing overdubs with headphone mixes and control room routing for my office setup.

Just the Right Fit

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation) Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation)

Feb 3, 2020

Reviewed by Todd on B&H Photo Video

This replaced an out-dated Mackie mixer on my edit desk. Moving to a new edit rig, I lost the analog connections and needed a USB solution for listening to edits. This has worked perfectly!

Simple and cost-effective for the features and quality

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface

Jul 26, 2018

Reviewed by Casey B. on Reverb

Simple, easy to use, great sound quality, and helpful documentation. Has all the inputs and outputs I need to record vocals and guitar at once. The midi in/out is probably the most useful feature over the 2i2.

Very nice and highly recommended product

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation) Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation)

Oct 14, 2012

Reviewed by Peter on B&H Photo Video

I use this product to record some instrumental music and it does make a good sound for all the recording so far and also reasonable in price.

Focusrite Scarlett

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation) Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation)

Mar 1, 2015

Reviewed by Israel on B&H Photo Video

Great buy, great store. Salesman knew exactly what to recommend when I told him what my need was. Even though I'm not using it for recording, when I explained what I needed he recommended it and explained how to set it up for what I'm doing. Still use it today and it's perfect. Nice one!

Great Interface

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation) Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation)

Feb 6, 2015

Reviewed by John on B&H Photo Video

Just hooked this up to my new JBL LSR308's and the sound is incredible. This makes it easy to control my audio - mike input, guitar input, etc. Works perfect with Ableton 9. Quality construction throughout.

FocusRite is just right.

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface

Jan 17, 2019

Reviewed by Chris C. on Reverb

I have been using a FocusRite Solo for a couple of years, this FocusRite 2i4 was purchased to setup a new editing station and it works great. These are very solid construction and built to last. Very easy to setup and use.

Great Product, Small Size...and MIDI!

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation) Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation)

Jan 27, 2014

Reviewed by StLTechnoBeard on B&H Photo Video

I had some trouble with my Push and this playing nice, but this is a great product so far. I will update if I have any issues. I am using this with 2 JBL LSR2328P monitors and Ableton with a Push and Jamox Xbass09.

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface

Dec 24, 2019

Reviewed by Michel S. on Reverb

Le produit reçu me satisfait complètement, par contre concernant le site vendeur je regrette leur manque et absence de communication (pas d'information sur la livraison, ne répond pas au mail, etc...), c'est dommage ! Michel SIMON

works great!

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface

Apr 9, 2019

Reviewed by Rob P. on Reverb

True plug and play device - ought to come with an Apple logo on it. Sounds great and solved some latency and compatibility issues I was having with other interfaces.

another great Focusrite product

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation) Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface (2nd Generation)

Dec 22, 2019

Reviewed by Harry on B&H Photo Video

great audio interface with little to no lag when connected to my Roland kvx 17 and Macbook pro

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB 2.0 Audio Interface Review

Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB 2.0 Audio Interface

Aug 31, 2017

Reviewed by Thomas W. on Reverb

i like it, i don't really understand the back buttons and stuff, but i use it just to hook up a mic to my computer for rapping.

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