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Summary of Contents for Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Studio 4th Gen
- Page 1 Version 3.0 Scarlett 2i2 Studio 4th Gen The complete studio for the artist User Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Installing Focusrite Control 2 ........ - Page 3 Updating Focusrite Control 2 ........
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Page 4: Overview
• Remote control your preamps using our Focusrite Control 2 software. To check Focusrite Control 2 is supported on your operating system (OS) please use our Help • Record straight out of the box with Easy Start and a complete suite of studio software Centre’s compatibility articles:... -
Page 5: Getting Started
During Easy Start, you'll install Focusrite Control 2 . After you install and open Focusrite Control 2, click 'Update Scarlett 2i2'. Do not disconnect your Scarlett while Focusrite Control 2 updates it. After the Focusrite Control 2 update is complete, the Scarlett no longer appears as a Mass Storage Device on your computer. -
Page 6: Mac
After you connect your Scarlett 2i2 to your computer, a Scarlett icon appears on the desktop or, if After the Focusrite Control 2 update is complete, the Scarlett no longer appears as a Mass Storage you use Chrome, you'll see a pop-up: Device on your computer. -
Page 7: What Is Focusrite Control 2
Focusrite Control 2 is compatible with most major screen reader software, allowing you to control the features on your Scarlett. Installing Focusrite Control 2 You can install Focusrite Control 2 on Windows and Mac. To download and install Focusrite Control 2: 1. Go to the Focusrite downloads website: focusrite.com/downloads... -
Page 8: Manual Registration
After you've been through Easy Start, installed and opened Focusrite Control 2, your Scarlett is no longer in Easy Start mode. If your Scarlett 2i2 is still in Easy Start mode, or you have chosen not to install Focusrite Control 2 to disable Easy Start Mode: 1. -
Page 9: Hardware Features
Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Hardware Features Front Panel 1. Input 1 Gain Control and Gain Halo - The Gain control sets the input level and the Gain 7. Inst button - Press to toggle the selected 6.35mm (1/4") input between Line or Halo shows you the input and preamp gain levels for either the jack or XLR Mic input 1. - Page 10 Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Back Panel - Kensington Lock, use a lock to secure your Scarlett and deter theft. 2. 5V DC - an optional USB-C connector to supply power to your Scarlett 2i2 if your computer can't supply 1.5A USB-C power to your Scarlett 2i2 3.
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Page 11: Front Panel In Depth
Front Panel In Depth Software Gain Control You can also control the preamp gain remotely using Focusrite Control 2. This section covers all the features on your Scarlett 2i2's front panel, what they do, how you might use them and how they work in Focusrite Control 2. - Page 12 Focusrite Control 2 to set the correct preamp gain. from green through to amber before the entire Gain Halo flashes red to show you the input has As the signal gets louder the meter in Focusrite Control 2 lights from green to amber (pre-clip). clipped.
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Page 13: Select Button
Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Click to Reset the Peak Level meter. When you overload the preamp, with too much input signal, or by adding too much gain, the Peak Level Meter lights red. Hover over the Peak Level Meter and click to Reset the value. The Input has clipped. - Page 14 Press and hold the Select button for one second. Unlinking Preamps When you've made the Preamp Link : To unlink preamps from Focusrite Control 2: • Both preamp numbers light green and the Gain Halos light temporarily to their preamp Hover over the preamp you want to unlink.
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Page 15: Button (Phantom Power)
48V (Phantom Power) Software Control To enable 48V (Phantom Power) from Focusrite Control 2 click the +48V button. This is the same • Electric or electro-acoustic guitars directly and via effects pedals. as pressing the 48V button on the Scarlett 2i2 hardware. -
Page 16: Auto Gain
10 seconds and let the Scarlett set a good level for your preamps. If you find the levels aren't right, you can adjust the gain controls manually to fine-tune the levels before Click the Auto Gain button in Focusrite Control 2. recording. -
Page 17: Multichannel Auto Gain
• Setting levels for a band recording 'live' together. Hardware Gain Halo Focusrite Control 2 Auto Gain unsuccessful To start the multichannel Auto Gain process: Before running Auto Gain again, make sure your input has something connected to it correctly, if 1. -
Page 18: Clip Safe Button
Air Software Control 1. Press the Select button to move your preamp controls to the correct preamp. To enable AIR from Focusrite Control 2 click the Air button. This is the same as pressing the Air button on the Scarlett 2i2 hardware. -
Page 19: Output Control And Level Meter
Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Output Control and Level Meter Direct Monitor Button Direct Monitor allows you to hear the signals coming into your interface's inputs without them going through your computer. This means you hear the inputs without any latency and without effects. - Page 20 Playback channels from your software. To enable Direct Monitor click on the Direct tab in Focusrite Control 2 and click the Direct Monitor software switch at the top of the tab. The switch lights green and Direct lights green on your Scarlett 2i2's front panel.
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Page 21: Headphone Output
Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Using the Mixer Channels Headphone Output Each mixer channel has a number of functions. The headphone output is a 6.35mm (¼”) TRS jack. Many headphones have a 3.5mm TRS jack, to connect them to your Scarlett 2i2 you must use a TRS 6.35mm to 3.5mm adaptor. The control above the headphone output controls the level going to your headphones. -
Page 22: Back Panel In Depth
This section covers all the features on your Scarlett 2i2's back panel, what they do, how you If the USB icon flashes red this means your Scarlett 2i2 isn't getting enough power. might use them and how they work in Focusrite Control 2. To resolve this issue:... -
Page 23: Studio Pack Accessories
Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Studio Pack Accessories CM25 MkIII Microphone The Scarlett CM25 MkIII microphone with the Scarlett Studio pack is a condenser mic ideal for recording studio-quality vocals and most acoustic instruments. You can use the CM25 MKIII to record almost anything, but you’ll love how it sounds on vocals and guitar thanks to its bright, clear, detailed character. -
Page 24: Sh-450 Headphones
Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide SH-450 Headphones The SH-450 headphones come bundled with the Scarlett 2i2 Studio Pack. We've designed these headphones to provide you with professional-quality sound, whether you're recording, mixing, DJing, or need honest monitor headphones. The SH-450 headphones have a durable frame that is comfortable to wear for extended time periods. -
Page 25: Daw (Recording Software) Setup
Ableton Live Lite and a version of Pro Tools. You can access these in Easy Start [5] , or from your Focusrite account. What is a DAW? DAW stands for 'Digital Audio Workstation' and is the term given to any software you use... -
Page 26: Logic And
Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Logic and GarageBand To get set up in Logic Pro and GarageBand follow these steps: Open Logic Pro or GarageBand on your computer (you may be prompted to Choose a project, you can choose an Empty Project or use a template). Select Audio in the Choose a track type window. -
Page 27: Ableton Live
Do the same for the Output Config, if you are using multiple outputs from your Scarlett 2i2. Go to the Audio tab on the left-hand side of the Preferences window. Set the Driver Type to ASIO, and Audio Device to Focusrite USB ASIO. Close the Preferences Window. Click Input Config. - Page 28 Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Click Settings. Go to the Audio tab on the left-hand side of the Preferences window. Set the Audio Input Device and Audio Output Device to Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen. Click OK. Do the same for the Output Config, if you are using multiple outputs from your Scarlett 2i2.
- Page 29 Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Getting sound into Ableton Click to highlight an Audio Track in Live's main window. Live had two views (Session and Arrangement), so depending on which view you are in, please see the following screenshots.
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Page 30: Pro Tools
Click the main Record Enable button at the top of the Pro Tools window, it turns red when enabled Select Focusrite USB ASIO (Windows) or Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen in the Playback Engine Click the Play button to begin recording. -
Page 31: Reaper
Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Select ASIO in the Audio system: dropdown. Reaper Select Focusrite USB ASIO in the ASIO Driver: dropdown. To get set up in Reaper, follow these steps: Click OK. Windows Click Track (top menu) > Insert New Track. - Page 32 Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Click the red record-armed button. If you don't see the pop-up, go to Options (top menu) > Settings > Device Click the Input 1 box to select your input on your Scarlett 2i2. Choose Scarlett 2i2 in the Audio Device dropdown menu.
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Page 33: Fl Studio
If you're not sure which option to choose, please see FL Studio's help files. Set the Device to Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen (or Focusrite USB ASIO on Windows) in the When you're ready to record, press the play button in the transport section. -
Page 34: Cubase
Configure the track type as Audio and set the Audio Input to the channel you're using on your interface. Click Audio System on the left-hand side. Set the ASIO Driver to Focusrite USB ASIO. Click Add Track. 10. Click the Record Enable and Monitor buttons... - Page 35 Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Open Cubase on your computer. In the top menu bar click Studio > Studio Setup... Configure the track type as Audio and set the Audio Input to the channel you're using on your interface. Change the ASIO Driver to Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen.
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Page 36: Examples Of Use
Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Examples of Use Connecting Inputs and Outputs The following diagram shows how to connect a range of inputs and outputs to the Scarlett 2i2. To connect external processors, synthesisers or keyboards see Connecting Line-Level Devices [37]. -
Page 37: Connecting Line-Level Devices
Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Connecting Line-Level Devices The following diagram shows how to connect a line-level device to the line input on the Scarlett 2i2. Connect line-level devices such as synthesisers, keyboards or mic preamps to either input using a 6.35mm jack input on the front panel. -
Page 38: Standalone Mode
Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Standalone Mode The Scarlett 2i2 has a standalone mode; this mode allows your interface to pass audio when it's not connected to a computer. This can be useful for: • Increasing the number of preamps on another interface or mixer that only has line-level inputs left. -
Page 39: Focusrite Control 2
Some features, listed below, are not available at quad-band sample rates (176.4 and 192kHz). • Air Harmonic Drive • Clip Safe Analytics Use this tick box to opt into usage analytics to help us make Focusrite Control 2 better. Please see Privacy Policy for more information. -
Page 40: Updating
Find your Scarlett on the Downloads website. There are two ways to make sure you have the latest Focusrite Control 2 version: Download Focusrite Control 2 for your operating system (Windows or Mac). 1. Use the updater in Focusrite Control 2: Open the Downloads folder on your computer and double-click the Focusrite Control 2 installer. -
Page 41: Updating Your Scarlett
To update your Scarlett: Open Focusrite Control 2. If there is an update available, Focusrite Control 2 tells you when you open it. Your Scarlett 2i2 is now up to date and you can continue to use it as normal. -
Page 42: Specifications
Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Specifications These specifications allow you to compare your Scarlett 2i2 with other devices and make sure Line Outputs 1 and 2 (balanced) they’ll work together. If you’re not familiar with these specifications, don’t worry you don’t need Maximum Output Level 16dBu to know this information to use your Scarlett 2i2 with most devices... -
Page 43: Physical And Electrical Characteristics
Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Physical and Electrical Characteristics Environmental Operating Temperature 40°C / 104°F Maximum ambient operating temperature Analogue Inputs Channel Order Connectors Two rear panel Neutrik® XLR connectors Two front panel Neutrik® 6.35mm (1/4”) jack sockets Input Channels Mic/Line switching Automatic... -
Page 44: Cm25 Mk Iii Microphone Specifications
Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide CM25 Mk III Microphone Specifications Polar Pattern Chart Capsule Element Electret Condenser Capsule Diameter 20mm Polar Pattern Unidirectional (cardioid) Performance and Electrical Characteristics Sensitivity -36dB ±2dB (0dB = 1V/Pa @ 1kHz) Frequency Response 30Hz - 18kHz Impedance 100Ω... -
Page 45: Sh-450 Headphones Specifications
Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Dimensions SH-450 Headphones Specifications Specifications Type Closed-back Ear pad Contact Circumaural (over-ear) Impedance 32Ω Sensitivity 96dB ±3 Frequency Response 15Hz - 30kHz Power Rating 350mW Maximum Power 1800mW Cable Length ≈3m Connector 3.5mm TRS jack plug Screw-on 3.5mm to 6.35mm adaptor included Weight... -
Page 46: Notices
For all troubleshooting queries, please visit the Focusrite Help Centre at support.focusrite.com. Copyright & Legal Notices Focusrite is a registered trademark and Scarlett is a trademark of Focusrite Group PLC. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners. -
Page 47: Credits
Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Studio Pack User Guide Credits Focusrite would like to thank the following Scarlett 4th Gen team members for their hard work in bringing you this product: Aarron Beveridge, Adam Watson, Adrian Dyer, Adrien Fauconnet, Alex Middleton-Dalby, Alice Rizzo, Alistair Smith, Andy Normington, Andy Poole, Andy West, Arne Gödeke, Bailey Dayson,...
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