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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.
You might record guitar through Input 1 and vocals through Input 2 into your DAW, while monitoring
the playback from the DAW via headphones (or speakers).
The front panel input sockets are "Combo" type, which accept either an XLR male connector or a ¼"
(6.35 mm) jack plug.
The full gain range of the microphone preamplifier is only available to a mic connected via the XLR
contacts. If your microphone has an XLR plug on the end of the cable, you can simply plug it in. If it
is a "condenser" microphone, you will need to turn on the 48 volt phantom power for it to work. Most
modern microphones of other types, e.g., dynamic or ribbon, will not be damaged by the inadvertent
application of phantom power, but note some older mics may be; if you have any doubt, please check
the specification of your mic to ensure it is safe to use.
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