Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 3rd Generation 4x4 Mac PC USB Audio Interface
Expand your setup with extra connectivity
Sitting on the desks of more musicians and producers than any other, the Scarlett range of audio interfaces means studio-quality sound for all your instruments – and 4i4 is the interface of more. Capture more of your ever-expanding setup with more inputs, more outputs and more connectivity.
- Four balanced line inputs, for connecting synths or other line-level audio, and four balanced outputs, for monitoring and effects sends
- Two of the best performing Scarlett mic preamps the range has ever heard – now with Air – for miking up guitars or recording vocals
- Two high headroom instrument inputs, for plugging your guitar or bass straight in
- Loopback, for grabbing a stereo feed of any combination of hardware inputs and software playback, no cables needed, for simple sampling, streaming or podcasting
EXTENDED PLAY
Plug in and produce; all your instruments, all the time. With two 3rd Generation preamps, four line-ins and four balanced outs – for synths, drum machines or looping hardware effects – Their most connected bus-powered interface records wherever your instruments are. Spend less time plugging in and more time playing.
THIS IS YOUR CUE
Focusrite Control makes it simple to route your audio and cue mix, loopback and monitor mixes, from your Mac®, PC, iPad®, iPhone® or iPod touch®. Send, stream, sample – simple.
THE BEST SOUNDING, EASILY
Quick Start gets you set up, recording and playing back within minutes. Their mic preamps, high-headroom instrument inputs, iconic Gain Halos, clean and balanced fixed line I/O and MIDI connectivity mean the science of sounding great is sorted. They’ve worried about the tech, you can focus on the music.
YOUR TRACKS ARE 30 YEARS IN THE MAKING
they’ve been making mic preamps for 30 years, and the 3rd Gen mic pre is the best Scarlett has ever heard. The 24-bit/192kHz converters give your recordings clarity and detail. Air mode breathes life into vocals, adding unique high-end detail. Their decades of experience mean Scarlett sounds just like you.
Incredibly reliable, Focusrite hardware won’t let you down. If, however, you come across a problem you can rely on their global support team and your two-year warranty to get it sorted.
Features
- High-performance converters operate at up to 24-bit / 192 kHz resolution
- Two XLR-1/4" combo inputs with upgraded third-generation Scarlett mic preamps
- Switchable Air setting reproduces the Air effect of Focusrite's original ISA mic preamp for vocal recordings with enhanced brightness and openness
- Two high-impedance, high-headroom 1/4" instrument inputs enable distortion-free recording of your guitar and bass
- Front-panel 1/4" inputs may be switched to accept unbalanced instrument level or balanced line level
- Independent gain knobs with gain halo metering make it easy to set input levels for channels 1-2
- Selectable pads for inputs 1-2 attenuate the input signal to inhibit distortion
- 1/4" inputs 3-4 on the rear panel accept balanced line-level signal without gain control
- One pair of virtual loopback inputs allows you to capture a stereo feed of any combination of hardware input and software playback channels, making podcasting, live streaming, and sampling tasks easier
- Four balanced 1/4" TRS line outputs for feeding active monitors, headphone amps, or outboard effects
- Stereo 1/4" headphone output
- Independent volume controls for headphone and monitor outputs
- Traditional 5-pin MIDI I/O provides straightforward connectivity for a MIDI keyboard, synthesizer, or sound module
- Durable housing is compact, lightweight, and portable
- Powered via USB (no batteries or AC adapter required)
Bundled Software
- Ableton Live Lite music production software
- Pro Tools | First Focusrite Creative Pack
- Free 3-month Splice Sounds subscription with new Splice accounts
- Focusrite Red 2 & Red 3 Plug-In Suite
- A choice of one of four XLN Audio Addictive Keys virtual instruments
- Softube Time & Tone Bundle
- Access to the Focusrite Plug-In Collective
| Interface |
| Channels of I/O |
Analog:
4 Inputs / 4 Outputs at 192 kHz |
| Max Sample Rate/Resolution |
192 kHz / 24-Bit |
| Display and Indicators |
2 x LEDs (Input Level)
1 x LED (+48V)
2 x LEDs (Input Selection)
2 x LEDs (Pad)
1 x LED (Host Connection)
1 x LED (MIDI) |
| Connections |
| Host Connection |
1 x USB Type-C (USB 2.0) |
| Analog I/O |
2 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input
2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Input
4 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Output
1 x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output |
| Phantom Power |
+48 V, Selectable On/Off (on 2 Channels) |
| Digital I/O |
None |
| MIDI I/O |
1 x 5-Pin MIDI In
1 x 5-Pin MIDI Out |
| Memory Card Slot |
None |
| Audio Specs |
| Frequency Response |
Inputs:
20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.1 dB |
| Gain Range |
Mic/Line Inputs:
56 dB |
| Max Input Level |
Mic Inputs:
+9 dBu (Min Gain)
+16 dBu (Min Gain, Pad On)
Hi-Z Inputs:
+12.5 dBu (Min Gain)
+14 dBu (Min Gain, Pad On)
Line Inputs:
+22 dBu (Min Gain)
+29.5 dBu (Min Gain, Pad On) |
| Max Output Level |
Monitor/Line Outputs:
+15.5 dBu (Balanced)
Headphone Outputs:
+7 dBu |
| Dynamic Range |
Mic Inputs:
111 dBA
Hi-Z Inputs:
110 dBA
Line Inputs:
110.5 dBA
Line Outputs:
108.5 dBA
Headphone Out:
104 dBA |
| Impedance |
Mic Inputs:
3 kOhms
Line Inputs:
60 kOhms
Hi-Z Inputs:
1.5 MOhms
Line Outputs:
430 Ohms
Headphone Outputs:
<1 Ohm |
| THD+N |
Mic Inputs:
< 0.0012%
Hi-Z Inputs:
< 0.03%
Line Inputs:
< 0.002%
Line Outputs:
< 0.002%
Headphone Outputs:
< 0.002% |
| Digital Audio |
| Sample Rates |
Up to 192 kHz (AD/DA Conversion) |
| Bit Depth |
Up to 24-Bit (AD/DA Conversion) |
| Sync Sources |
Internal |
| System Requirements |
| OS Compatibility |
macOS
Windows |
| Required Hardware |
Available USB 2.0 Port
USB Cable (Included) |
| Internet Connection |
Required for Software/Driver Download |
| Power |
| Power Requirements |
USB Bus-Power |
| Size and Weigth |
| Anti-Theft Features |
Kensington Security Slot |
| Dimensions |
7.28 x 4.72 x 1.87" / 18.49 x 11.99 x 4.75 cm |
| Weight |
1.4 lb / 0.6 kg (Without Accessories) |
| Shipping info |
| Package Weight |
1.81 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
8.5 x 6.5 x 2.4" |
UPC 815301005186
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