The Focusrite Scarlett Solo Studio 4th Gen USB Audio Interface features an ultra-low-noise mic pre that ensures excellent sound quality from any microphone. It also includes a Hi-Z instrument input, allowing guitars to sound and feel great, especially when used with amp sims. With a huge 120 dB dynamic range, the interface uses the same converters as Focusrite's high-end RedNet interfaces found in top studios worldwide. The Air Mode feature adds the character of a big studio console, providing a high-end presence and rich harmonic drive to vocals and instruments during recording. It includes the CM25 MkIII studio condenser microphone, which delivers excellent sound quality for various sources, especially vocals and acoustic guitars. Additionally, the interface features a custom-designed headphone amp with independent level controls, along with a pair of SH-450 closed-back headphones, ensuring powerful playback with loud, clear, and accurate audio for monitoring purposes. It also offers Loopback functionality, enabling users to create samples from computer audio through Scarlett's virtual inputs. Setting up the Scarlett Solo for recording is a breeze with the included Easy Start tool, getting users to make music in no time. Additionally, it comes bundled with essential software, including Ableton Live Lite, Avid Pro Tools Artist, and the Hitmaker Expansion software bundle, providing a range of studio tools for record-making. Users can control their recording sessions directly from their PC or Mac using Focusrite Control 2 software.The Songwriter’s StudioPlug your guitar into Scarlett Solo's hi-Z instrument input, it feels just like an amp. Connect the CM25 MkIII studio condenser mic to Solo’s mic pre and it sounds great right away. Listen in detail through the SH-450 headphones. Scarlett brings Focusrite’s professional sound quality to wherever you make your music.Find Your Signature SoundFor standout lead vocal and instrument tracks, Scarlett’s re-engineered Air mode takes your sound’s unique character and brings it to the front of the mix, adding truly musical presence and rich harmonic drive, just like a classic console in a big-money studio. Have trust; you will never want to record without it.Setting Levels Made EasyScarlett’s Dynamic Gain Halos make setting levels quickly and easy, helping you set the perfect level and get great recordings every time.Capture Every DetailHit the red button, and you are recording with 192 kHz, 24-bit converters direct from Focusrite’s flagship RedNet interfaces, as found in countless high-end studios around the world. Squeeze every last drop of detail out of your recordings without sacrificing sound quality.Now Hear ThisIn combination with the included SH-450 closed-back headphones, the custom-designed headphone amp and huge dynamic range set the stage for the best playback you've ever heard from Scarlett. With the 4th Generation, Solo has independent controls for your headphones and monitors so you can record, mix, and playback audio however you want.LoopbackNeed samples? Make your own with Loopback. Send stereo audio from your music apps and other software straight to your DAW with Solo's virtual inputs.It is So EasyPlug in and tell Focusrite’s Easy Start tool how you want to use your Scarlett and let it guide you through all the software and setup you need, with recording tips and other helpful content along the way.Everything You Need to Record, Mix and Master Your MusicFor the best sound straight away, Scarlett Solo Studio includes Focusrite’s CM25 MkIII studio condenser mic and SH-450 closed-back headphones. You can use the CM25 MkIII for almost anything, but you will love how it sounds on vocals and guitar thanks to its bright and detailed character.
