Focusrite
Focusrite Scarlett Solo 4th Gen USB-C Audio Interface MIDI
USB-C audio interface with XLR mic preamp, Hi-Z instrument input and 24-bit/192 kHz conversion for recording and streaming
- Ultra-low-noise preamp captures clean vocals
- 24-bit / 192 kHz converters deliver 120 dB dynamic range
- Air mode adds harmonic brightness to recordings
- Hi-Z input records guitar and mic simultaneously
- Loopback mixes computer audio for streaming
Focusrite Scarlett Solo 4th Gen USB-C Audio
The Focusrite Scarlett Solo 4th Gen is a compact 2-in 2-out USB-C audio interface built for singer-songwriters, guitarists and podcasters who need studio-quality recording on a desktop or in a mobile setup. It delivers 24-bit 192 kHz AD/DA conversion with a 120 dB dynamic range and an ultra-low-noise microphone preamp. A Hi-Z instrument input captures guitar or bass directly without an external DI box. The unit operates from bus power or an external supply and works with Mac, Windows and iPadOS.
Solo creators wanting one mic and one instrument
This interface suits creators recording a single microphone and a single instrument simultaneously, such as vocal-plus-guitar performances, solo podcasts or streaming setups using the virtual loopback feature. The selectable Air mode adds harmonic brightness to vocals and the multicolour gain halos give instant visual feedback on input levels. Buyers who need to record multiple microphones at once, require additional line-level inputs or want onboard DSP effects will not find those capabilities here.
24-bit 192 kHz conversion with 120 dB dynamic range
The headline specification is the 24-bit 192 kHz AD/DA conversion delivering up to 120 dB dynamic range, matching professional studio performance in a portable chassis. This conversion quality, combined with the ultra-low-noise preamp and 48 V phantom power, determines whether the interface meets the fidelity demands of your recordings. If your workflow requires higher channel counts or different connectivity standards, the conversion figure remains the benchmark to compare against.
Highlights
- Ultra-low-noise preamp captures clean vocals
- 24-bit / 192 kHz converters deliver 120 dB dynamic range
- Air mode adds harmonic brightness to recordings
- Hi-Z input records guitar and mic simultaneously
- Loopback mixes computer audio for streaming
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
Do I need a USB-C cable and a computer or iPad running macOS, Windows, or iPadOS to use the Scarlett Solo 4th Gen?
Yes — the interface connects via USB-C and requires a host device running macOS, Windows, or iPadOS for recording and streaming, though it can operate in standalone mode for monitoring without a computer.
Will my existing XLR microphone and 1/4" instrument cable plug straight into this interface?
The front panel has one XLR mic input with 48 V phantom power and one 1/4" Hi-Z/line input, so any standard XLR mic and 1/4" instrument cable will connect directly.
How do I confirm the converters are running at 24-bit / 192 kHz and the preamp is delivering up to 120 dB dynamic range?
Set the sample rate to 192 kHz in your DAW or system audio settings; the multicolour gain halos show signal level and clipping in real time, confirming the preamp and converters are active.
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