User Guide so you are fully aware of all the possibilities the Scarlett 2i2 and accompanying software has to offer. If the main User Guide sections do not provide the information you need, be sure to consult support.focusrite.com,...
Box Contents Along with your Scarlett 2i2 you should find: • USB cable, Type ‘A’ to Type ‘C’ • Getting Started Information (printed inside the box lid) • Important Safety Information System requirements The easiest way to check your computer’s operating system (OS) is compatible with your Scarlett is to use our Help Centre’s compatibility articles:...
With the Third Generation, Scarlett interfaces introduce a new, faster way of getting up and running, using the Scarlett Quick Start tool. All you need to do is connect your Scarlett 2i2 to your computer. Once connected, you will see the device is recognised by your PC or Mac and the Quick Start tool will guide you through the process from there.
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Double-click on the icon to open the Finder window shown below: Double-click on the “Click Here to Get Started.url” icon. This will redirect you to the Focusrite website, where we recommend you register your device: Click on “Let’s get you started”, and you’ll see a form which will be partly prefilled for you automatically.
Windows only: On connecting your Scarlett 2i2 to your PC, a Scarlett icon will appear on the desktop: (Note that the drive letter may be something other than F:, depending other devices connected to your PC). Double-click on the pop-up message to open the dialogue box shown below:...
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Double-click “Click Here to Get Started”. This will redirect you to the Focusrite website, where we recommend you register your device: Click on “Let’s get you started”, and you’ll see a form which will be partly prefilled for you automatically.
• Focusrite Control (Mac and Windows versions available) - see NOTE below • Multi-language User Guides You can find the licence codes and links for the optional bundled software in your Focusrite account. To find out what bundled software is included with Scarlett 3rd generation, please visit our website: focusrite.com/scarlett...
Guide, but both applications include a full set of Help files. Instructions are also available at avid.com ableton.com respectively. Please note - your DAW may not automatically select the Scarlett 2i2 as its default I/O device. You must Focusrite USB ASIO manually select as the driver on your DAW’s Audio Setup* page. Please refer to your DAW’s documentation (or Help files) if you are unsure where to select the ASIO or Core Audio...
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Once the Scarlett 2i2 is set as the preferred Audio Device* in your DAW, Inputs 1 & 2 and Outputs 1 & 2 will appear in your DAW’s Audio I/O preferences. Depending on your DAW, you may need to enable certain inputs or outputs before use.
Examples of Usage The Scarlett 2i2 is an excellent choice for several different recording and monitoring applications. Some typical configurations are shown below. Connecting a microphone or instrument RIGHT LEFT This setup shows the most typical configuration for recording with DAW software on your Mac or PC.
Latency can be a problem for a performer who wishes to record while monitoring their input signals. The Scarlett 2i2 is fitted with a “Direct Monitoring” option, which overcomes this problem. Setting the front panel DIRECT MONITOR control to either MONO...
Professional power amplifiers will generally have balanced inputs; we highly recommend using balanced cables to connect these to the outputs of the Scarlett 2i2. NOTE: You run the risk of creating an audio feedback loop if loudspeakers are active when you are monitoring a microphone! We recommend you always turn off (or turn down) monitoring loudspeakers while recording, and use headphones when overdubbing.
5. AIR – two switches enabling AIR mode for each input. AIR modifies the frequency response of the input stage to model the classic, transformer-based Focusrite ISA microphone preamps. ‘AIR’ illuminates yellow when the mode is selected. Note that AIR may also be selected from Focusrite Control.
RIGHT LEFT 11. K (Kensington security lock) – secure your Scarlett 2i2 to a suitable structure if desired. USB 2.0 port – Type C connector; connect to your computer with cable supplied. 13. LINE OUTPUTS: LEFT and RIGHT – 2 x ¼” (6.35 mm) TRS jack sockets; +10 dBu output level (variable), electronically balanced.
SPECIFICATIONS Performance Specifications All performance figures measured in accordance with the provisions of AES17, as applicable. Supported sample rates 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz Microphone Inputs Dynamic Range 111 dB (A-weighted) Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.1 dB <0.0012% (minimum gain, -1 dBFS input with 22 Hz/22 kHz THD+N...
XLR “Combo” type: Mic/Line/Inst (Inputs 1-2) on front panel Mic/Line switching Automatic Line/Instrument switching 2 x front panel switches or via Focusrite Control Shared 48 V phantom power switch for inputs 1 & 2 Phantom power (XLR connections only) AIR function...
COPYRIGHT AND LEGAL NOTICES Full Terms and Conditions of the Warranty can be found at focusrite.com/warranty. Focusrite is a registered trade mark and Scarlett 2i2 is a trade mark of Focusrite Audio Engineering Limited. All other trade marks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.