Focusrite announces the 3rd generation of its Scarlett range of USB interfaces. Featuring six configurations of ins and outs with Scarlett mic preamps, Air, high headroom instrument inputs, and high-performance converters. "Scarlett allows musicians, songwriters and producers to record, mix and play back audio in studio quality everywhere, all the time," according to the announcement.
Focusrite has been making mic preamps for 30 years, and the company release says the 3rd Gen mic pre is the best Scarlett yet. "The 24-bit/192kHz converters give recordings clarity, while Air mode breathes life into vocals, adding unique high-end detail."
The 3rd Generation of Focusrite’s interface range includes I/O configurations to suit almost any situation, including Solo, 2i2, 4i4 8i6, 18i8 or 18i20. The new 4i4 and 8i6 add more line I/O vs the 2nd Gen 2i4 and 6i6. New Solo and 2i2 Studio Packs are also available, with Scarlett HP60 MkIII headphone and CM25 MkIII condenser microphone included.
The upgraded mic preamps can reproduce the Air effect of Focusrite’s original ISA mic preamp, giving vocals and acoustic music a brighter and more spacious sound. Focusrite’s Quick Start tool is designed to speed users through registration and guide them through setting up software and drivers. USB latency is low to record and monitor everything in real time with many favorite plug-ins in place.
Utilizing the latest USB connectivity for greater versatility: Users plug into a laptop using the supplied USB-C to USB-A cable to record whenever and wherever. Instrument inputs with headroom, additional line-level inputs for flexible recording setups, and balanced TRS outputs eliminate speaker hum. Focusrite’s iconic gain halos light up to indicate input levels, making it easier to get distortion-free recordings.
Scarlett interface range of software tools includes:
- Ableton Live Lite
- Pro Tools | First Focusrite Creative Pack
- Free three-month Splice Sounds subscription
- XLN Audio Addictive Keys
- Focusrite Red Plug-in Suite
- Softube Time & Tone Bundle.
- Two-year warranty and membership for the Focusrite Plug-In Collective, offering regular free software downloads and generous discounts.
For further information, visit www.focusrite.com.
