Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Audio Interface with XLR Cables
- 2x2 USB interface
- 69dB gain range mic preamps
- 120dB dynamic range converters
- Hi-Z instrument and line inputs
- Auto Gain and Clip Safe
- Air Mode, gain halos, Loopback
- 2 H&A 6' XLR cables in bundle
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A dependable two input recorder for a home studio that wants automatic level setting and clean preamps. No microphone is included, so bring your own.
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ASIN: B0CC9ZNZZKCategory: Audio Interfaces
Overview
A bedroom studio or a podcast corner gets two inputs here, with clean preamps and Hi-Z inputs that feel like an amp to a guitar. Auto Gain listens and sets level, while Clip Safe pulls back the gain before a loud peak distorts.
Level setting without guesswork is the strength: press a button, play, and the levels land in a usable range. You still need to supply the microphone, since the bundle adds only XLR cables.
Who it's for
Singer songwriters, guitarists and podcasters recording up to two sources at once. Anyone needing a complete kit with a mic and headphones should look at a recording pack.
Pros and cons
- Wide preamp gain range
- Auto Gain sets levels
- Clip Safe prevents overloads
- Air Mode adds presence
- No microphone included
- Two inputs only
- Headphones not included
Performance notes
Auto Gain listens to about ten seconds of playing and sets the level, while Clip Safe watches for overload and reduces gain in time. The converters set the noise floor and the gain halos show input level on the hardware.
Specifications
| Brand | Focusrite |
|---|---|
| Capacity & performance | |
| Inputs outputs | 2 in / 2 out |
| Dynamic range | 120dB |
| Other details | |
| Audio Input | Mic, Hi-Z instrument, line |
| Monitoring | Headphone amp with independent level |
| Additional features | Auto Gain, Clip Safe, Loopback |
| Bundled content | 2 H&A 6' XLR cables |
| Indicators | Dynamic gain halos |
| Mic preamps | 69dB gain range |
| Preamps | Air Mode |
Frequently asked questions
How does Auto Gain on the Scarlett 2i2 work?
Hit the button and play for ten seconds, and it sets the level for the source.
Can I plug a guitar directly into the Scarlett 2i2?
Yes. It has Hi-Z instrument inputs.
Can I record computer audio with the Scarlett 2i2?
Yes. Loopback uses virtual inputs to capture audio from software.