Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 VS Solo | What's the Difference?

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Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 VS Solo | What's the Difference?

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In this video, we discuss the similarities and differences between the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface and the Focusrite Scarlett Solo Audio Interface.
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@kettnercreative Жыл бұрын

We'd love to see a photo of your setup! Tag @kettnercreative on KZfaq, TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, etc..

@DIGITAL7Media 2 жыл бұрын

Ok...i have been a Scarlett 2i2 user for 8+ years. I have the standard, I recently tried the solo since i was trying to limit space on my desk. I have no idea what it is but the sound quality just doesnt seem to match. All my settings are identical. I am not sure if the components inside are that different but there is just something missing. Theres less of a full sound and it's a little quieter. All I am saying is...if its a price issue then I understand about getting the solo. But if you can afford either one, go for the Scarlett 2i2. Literally retuning my Solo to amazon today. Hope that helps for those wondering.

@mangekyo_sharingan_ 2 жыл бұрын

I knew I wasn't crazy. thanks for sharing

@asukalangleysoryu6695 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a bunch of baloney. If it's a little quiet just turn up the gain/volume...?

@rickykeeps 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man

@LentTweakin Жыл бұрын

🙏🏼🙏🏼

@j_vasey Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this I am looking into getting one.

@diazrandrew 3 жыл бұрын

I think its very important to mention that the solo doesn't allow you to adjust studio monitors/headphone volumes separately. So you if want to turn down the volume of your monitors to record or whatever, you actually just have to turn them off. This is why I opted for the 2i2

@kettnercreative 3 жыл бұрын

Right! Good point!

@YUNGJIMMY 3 жыл бұрын

how about get a monitor controller like mackie big knob? i have the same situation like you... everytime i record vocal, i have to turn my speakers off, i think its really hurt those bottons lol...

@la196 2 жыл бұрын

That would be the dealbreaker for me getting the solo. I've been meaning to purchase a Focusrite for a while now but I will most likely go with the 2i2 for that reason alone:)

@jolavoie8901 2 жыл бұрын

I dont understand what's the probleme ?

@ItzYungTK 2 жыл бұрын

@@jolavoie8901 it gets annoying as hell when you wanna switch between recording and playing back through your monitors lol

@photoniccannon2117 3 жыл бұрын

I got the solo on accident. I was very intent on returning and exchanging it for the 2i2, but I looked into it and the Solo actually is a pretty well featured product. My main gripe is not having an independent volume knob for the hardware monitors, which is odd. Other than this, they didn’t really cut many corners. It’s a well done product.

@ilovekaiyko 2 жыл бұрын

agreed. makes no sense to not have a seperate headphone knob

@ufanisoneetze 2 жыл бұрын

@@ilovekaiyko does the 2i2 have a knob

@thecomingdawn 2 жыл бұрын

@@ufanisoneetze yes its the oc1 thing he didnt cover, the line out puts and headphone monitoring have independent knobs

@KiNGTAHA91 2 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking of returning my solo and getting the 2i2 because i really like having the headphone knob.

@balu.92 Жыл бұрын

Maybe it's intentional to encourage buyers to go for the higher-priced one. Sales/marketing tactic.

@ZackLongTLIS 3 жыл бұрын

Wasn't sure which I needed but you just saved me a pretty penny since the Solo fits my needs at that stage perfectly. Cheers

@producedbytorin3655 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful! I produce music and see I don’t really have to much need at the moment to have the 2i2 and that the solo is probably the best choice

@kettnercreative 3 жыл бұрын

I think that’s the case for most people. Glad this saved you a couple bucks

@bluesdawg8014 3 жыл бұрын

I use the 2i2. If you need multiply line inputs just by a line mixer (Shure SCM 268 4 inputs) Output of the Shure mixer goes to your line level channel on the 2i2 then use the 2nd input for your mic. This setup will work great when using a midi controller / keyboard, electric guitar or any other line level instrument. This will leave one channel open for your mic on the 2i2. The 2i2 works great for my studio.

@sharshabillian 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. This is all the information I needed. I have an electric guitar, which I plan on plugging in directly, and a digital piano, which I normally record using Midi, but there would be nothing wrong with also using the AUX OUT line directly into the Focusrite so I don't have to waste my life looking for a good piano simulator to transfrom the midi signals back to audio.

@kettnercreative 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@T.A.S.O. 2 жыл бұрын

@@kettnercreative I use the Focusrite solo, I just got a Shure SM7B but I’m not sure if I should get a cloudlifter? Or get a better interface and not get the cloudlifter, I’m not sure what to really do. What do you think?

@brandonsholly6917 2 ай бұрын

Thanks! Just what I needed to know before buying! I'm just starting a VO journey, so I'm going with their refurbished studio kit (3rd gen) on their website... gotta save that money and still get a killer setup.

@Claude_the_Reaper 3 жыл бұрын

that's exactly what I was looking for. Thank you

@gracied.3599 3 жыл бұрын

Most concise and informative video comparing the two, thank you so much :)

@One-Eyed-Willly 3 жыл бұрын

I would say the 2i2 is a perfect balance. You might later down the line to stereo record some thing. also separate Main vol and headphone.

@kettnercreative 3 жыл бұрын

It's hard to say. I think there is a large group of people that do VoiceOver, live streaming, video conferencing, tutorials, etc. that will never use the second input in their lifetime. They simply want to connect an NT1 or SM7B to their computer and need a quality interface for that purpose. There's certainly a reason that the 2i2 is the most popular interface, but I do think it's overkill for a large group of people.

@One-Eyed-Willly 3 жыл бұрын

You do make a good point and thank you for the full in dept response. @@kettnercreative

@Nolifer89 3 жыл бұрын

Is the front 1/4" input mono or stereo, on a Scarlett Solo?

@OneDreamMusic 3 жыл бұрын

It's mono 😀

@Somelights_NL 3 жыл бұрын

Of course mono, it's for instruments mainly.

@TheWIldGoose27 3 жыл бұрын

Hey I have a big question do you personally think the MV7 microphone would work well enough with the scarlet 3rd gen solo btw the Microphone is usb and xlr. I really need to know.

@TheWIldGoose27 3 жыл бұрын

@dar lumin ok thanks man it helped a lot because I kinda wanted to use xlr on my mic I think it just sounds better than usb but I wasn’t sure if it would work.

@umi9265 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheWIldGoose27 did u get a scarlett for your mv7? I have the mv7 and purchased the solo but now seeing this comment and not the previous one since the reply was deleted I'm unable to know. Hope u can help

@hugoname7940 10 күн бұрын

Thank you for the video. Answered all my questions in 5 minutes.

@TroyNaumu808 11 ай бұрын

The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2, 18i8 and Clarett 4pre are awesome.

@DarkSoulx7 Жыл бұрын

There seems to be a problem with the solo where it clips no matter how far down the gain is. It's really annoying when recording guitars with a lot of palm muting.

@jms-dtsp 3 ай бұрын

Fantastic comparison with great examples for both models. Thank you!

@jesusgonzalez7059 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so grateful for this video. So informative and your examples were so very helpful. Thank you.

@ataturk7592 3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much! additional info: 2i2 has an extra button for headspeaker volume control unlike solo

@hype3124 3 жыл бұрын

kardo kullanıyon mu aleti

@domshaheen7356 3 жыл бұрын

This was superb - so useful in helping me choose between the two!

@KSchultz98 3 жыл бұрын

Well, since I can record stereo recording the same instrument performance twice, I think i'm going with Solo. Thanks man

@JonathanOyervides 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! You helped a lot in making my decision to get the Scarlett Solo

@kevinjackson4237 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely superb tutorial! Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

@DellOptiplex 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. you're a lifesaver. I\ve been contemplating which one to buy for weeks, and you made me make the right decision.

@kettnercreative 3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@Hneel65 Жыл бұрын

The jack inputon the solo is actually TRS, when not in instrument mode. So you could use some converter cable to connect an XLR device.

@ellardpineda 2 жыл бұрын

THANKS MAN! Helped a lot. Now on my way to purchase the 2i2!

@MDWavemaster 3 жыл бұрын

This is a great video, and I totally appreciate it. You gotta show the device right side up though, lol.

@gabbituazon2539 2 жыл бұрын

Wow thank you! this helped me to decide what to get. at first i thought you'd need the 2i2 for a mic and a an instrument plug. I just knew the solo has an instrument plug in this video!!

@noobita4828 2 жыл бұрын

likewise! glad to be saved from losing a couple of bucks thanks to this video :)

@naraking8961 3 жыл бұрын

so well put together! thank you

@kettnercreative 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@kalistator3121 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you i heared all i needed to know in 2 minutes

@kettnercreative 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent.

@TUTOPREMIERE 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect! Thanks!!

@Blue_3rd 3 жыл бұрын

This was very helpful. Thank you!

@cerruti1881au 2 жыл бұрын

2i2 is better value for money, because it's more flexible and the cost difference isn't big.

@aithenewgod 3 жыл бұрын

This was helpful, thank you so much. One question I have in my mind though, I am going to record my electric guitar with a condenser mic. I can do that with both of the products am I correct? I am thinking of singing but I'll probably do that seperately.

@kettnercreative 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah you can connect a condenser mic to both devices

@oregonjohnson 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for the video!! exactly what i was looking for

@julianyglesias Жыл бұрын

Great input! I might do an updated comparison for guitar input for desktop vs laptop.

@52Tele 3 жыл бұрын

Just the comparison I was looking for. Thanks for sharing!

@kettnercreative 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@DavidSmith-ed3xh 2 жыл бұрын

This video was really helpful bro, thanks.

@endlesssporadic2480 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!, this overview was helpful!.

@JapeCity 3 жыл бұрын

Dude. Your videos are seriously perfect.

@kousuke24 4 ай бұрын

ありがとう！めっちゃ分かりやすかったです😊

@LUKESKYWLKER 3 жыл бұрын

short and very helpful, thanks!

@thomashendriks6595 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video, I think I will go for the Focusrite Scarlett solo then :)

@gravijah Жыл бұрын

What I was looking for, thx!

@honoargo6173 2 жыл бұрын

for scarlett solo, can you plug guitar to XLR with converter ? if yes, how does it sound ?

@fabiocaponeofficial 3 жыл бұрын

My question is: will the quality of the sound be different choosing the Solo?

@kettnercreative 3 жыл бұрын

Same quality, same preamps

@MichaelMoore-od4jz Жыл бұрын

You make great videos and you explain things very good thanks a lot

@kettnercreative Жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@DaLeSy. Жыл бұрын

Can you use the Focusrite in place of a karaoke? How would it compare to a karaoke? I sing a lot with youtube karaoke videos or while playing the guitar. My karaoke is getting too old and I would also like to be able to record (vocals and guitar) as well so just wondering if this would be a better option for me than another karaoke. Or do I need both? If you were singing and not recording with the focusrite would you still need a DAW open?

@artgotbarz9498 11 ай бұрын

I’m a rapper, I only use my voice no additional instruments, solo should be cool right?

@Rumklang_dk Жыл бұрын

Verr useful video, thank you!

@kettnercreative Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@seventh-achawngthuchawngth6222 3 жыл бұрын

You have taught me what I needed. I give like and subscribe

@kettnercreative 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad to hear it.

@jimilove7773 7 ай бұрын

Best info on this stuff!

@chumleyshaver7942 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, great informative comparison - you just saved me $60 bucks!👍

@Immacide 3 жыл бұрын

Which has the better sound quality for mics

@jsj8835 3 жыл бұрын

can i use an XLR cable from my guitar amp to the scarlett solo XLR input? or that is for mic only?

@matildepukara 2 жыл бұрын

muchaa gracias

@zeuscaldas 3 жыл бұрын

Very good video! Thanks a lot. Greetings from Brazil 🇧🇷

@kettnercreative 3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@SpeakNowHoldYourPeace 2 жыл бұрын

I just purchased Focusrite Solo 3rd Gen and when I GO LIVE on FB (or just record in Quicktime) the sound only comes out the left side. I understand that this happens because the Focusrite Solo considers input 1 (XLR) to be the left channel and input 2 (1/4 inch) to be the right channel. Now this would be an easy fix in post with any DAW because I can process the final output in Mono however because I GO LIVE and I dont have the option to fix in post (because it is LIVE) How can I get the live audio on the left and right side of the recording when recording live?

@Woooola 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Thanks!

@babar141 Жыл бұрын

What cable are you using? Will i need to buy a cable to connect to my MacBook air m1? Because the MacBook air m1 is thunderbolt 3 connection

@PurpleSkywalker 3 жыл бұрын

[Subscribed] Great video and straight to the point 👍🏼I had one question though, can I also use this as an audio interface for my phone? I want to use it for FL Studio Mobile edition to mix and master my music.

@fabiocaetanofigueiredo1353 3 жыл бұрын

You can, I have a solo and I use it with my Android

@chunkygrumpy7561 3 жыл бұрын

I know that you can use Solo with your phone. But can the 2i2 do the same? I want to know if the 2i2 works with my Redmi 5.

@akshayhebbar2195 Жыл бұрын

I brought Scarlett Solo thinking i can record Piano.. I am noe able to figure out how. Can somebody please help.

@josephanagnostou5348 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice review!Thanks a lot! I'm confused though about the keys recording... stereo? mono? Can I record keys to the "solo" or do I need the 2i2? Thanks again...

@loewong 2 жыл бұрын

I saw in another video that when you plug in the earphones into the solo - it doesn't mute the monitors. is that right? so sound comes out of earphones and monitors at the same time? makes it hard to record if that's the case

@yungsita_ 3 жыл бұрын

friend I have a question For the scarlett solo 3rd audio interface which microphone is better the one that comes in the focusrite pack which is the CM25 MkIII or the at2020 regardless of the price I just want to know which one is better, I'll use it for my home studio for voice recording

@FlorenciaE 2 жыл бұрын

Great video!! I subbed!

@TunesAndToys 2 жыл бұрын

which scarlett interface would I use for recording a keyboard and vocals together? 2i2? 4i4? Didn't know if the 2i2 had enough inputs or if it would sound ok recording keyboard as mono. thanks.

@CSL_ 2 жыл бұрын

Get the solo….waste of money to pay extra money for and extra mic jack that you don’t need

@OlExtraRegularBass 2 жыл бұрын

@@CSL_ Unless you need to double guitars, or play with a drum track, or any other reason to need volume control for headphones and monitors separately.

@nemesis8184 3 жыл бұрын

Muchas Gracias me sirvió de mucho el Video Bendiciones!

@-domonique-3968 6 ай бұрын

Hello, I recently bought the Solo. I’ll just be recording a mic and guitar. Is the solo good for that?

@josephpatrickbalo8808 3 жыл бұрын

Hello sir. I have a question.. can i use the mic input on the scarlett solo to put my mp3 player as i plan to use a backing track while i use the instrument input for my violin.

@donnasutcliffe4039 3 жыл бұрын

Yes I would also like to know this. If I could plug a two way headphone cable in to that section and play backing tracks from KZfaq etc??

@edwardrobinsonofcambridge4100 5 ай бұрын

Hey, I´d like to connect two studio monitors with my PC. Is the sound quality of the 2i2 better than the sound quality of the solo version? I won´t connect any other devices like microphones or keyboards.

@libertyordeath7006 2 жыл бұрын

I'm about to purchase an audio interface to record electric guitars, Once you get an interface, how/where do you get plugins/presets/soundbanks/"Pedalboard"?? I just want to know that which ever interface I get, I'll be able to find effects and distortions.

@mafiashpagety 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the helpful video. I have a question. I have a Scarlett Solo 3rd and my guitar is heard even when the instrument potentiometer is lowered to the end. Is that normal or should an electric guitar not be heard at all?

@pastel7324 3 жыл бұрын

does the 2i2 have a wAY better sound card than the solo?

@musicrgofficial 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful, thanks :)

@briancouture6033 3 жыл бұрын

Yea but with the solo the volume knob controls the volume of the headphones as well.. making it impossible to recd vocals

@dannylingwood4450 3 жыл бұрын

rekon i should get the 2i2 for this reason or any way to fix it?

@briancouture6033 3 жыл бұрын

@@dannylingwood4450 i went and got the solo... now i can't do shit

@lyrikoal7791 2 жыл бұрын

Only reason I wouldn't buy the solo is because the headphone don't have a volume that is not good for studio ,your opinion is great bro .... Thanks much 2i2 all the way

@musikanijamesch-0352 2 жыл бұрын

Hope to hear more sir,, thank u so much

@EarnestLee711 7 ай бұрын

Ok I’m recording just for myself should I get the solo instead or the 2i2

@johnnyfredd 3 жыл бұрын

With multitrack i can record infinite tracks on those interfaces for example 20 tracks ?

@lifeisnow3944 6 ай бұрын

Jordon, can i use solo for podcasting??? Please reply. Been following but i didn’t hear yet on this.

@JAMKROMEDIA 3 жыл бұрын

Can I connect JBL 305P MkII 5" 2-Way Powered Studio Monitor to this? And then simply connect it to my PC?

@JosephKarthic 3 жыл бұрын

So to connect two hs8 monitor speakers to a PC, a solo is sufficient right?

@Mikepo587 2 жыл бұрын

Scarlett’s are best! Thanx for the help. Im happy

@HeinKoKEKO 3 жыл бұрын

You didn't talk about that 2i2 has mono ,stereo direct Monitoring 2i2 solo has only mono direct monitoring .

@kettnercreative 3 жыл бұрын

Ahh yes!

@maikelhurts 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, can I also use the 2i2 with 2 microphones to use the second one as an talkback mic? Because the voice over booth is in another room and I want to give tips and tricks from behind my computer. So I thought if put an 2nd mic in, the one in the other room can hear me with his headset... is this right? Or is it effective at the recording sound from the voice over booth? Hope you can help me!! Nice video!!

@4thNebula 3 жыл бұрын

Does the Solo have headphone volume level like the 2i2. Do the Solo headphones cut out the speakers.

@zRetched 3 жыл бұрын

Nope you have to shut off your speakers or control your headphones and monitors both at once :/ which is really frustrating when tracking vocals

@erinsaviation1964 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I am planning to use a shure sm7b (with cloudlifter) Should I use a scarlett solo or 2i2?

@allofscrubs 2 жыл бұрын

always get the latter if u can

@ActionFigurine 3 жыл бұрын

Is there a sound difference... also I have the 2nd generation should I upgrade to the 3rd generation?

@deusavani6228 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this video. I've got a question. How can I tell or test if my RODE podmic is damaged? Thank you in advance.

@sokolnushi2149 2 жыл бұрын

Do they give the same sound quality when it comes to recording electric guitar?

@bankrow Жыл бұрын

Could I connect a DJ controller with L/R XLR output to the 2i2?

@MeowyMakes 2 жыл бұрын

I'm confused. You said Scarlett Solo can connect to microphones, but then the next minute you said it couldn't.

@jackmiller3725 2 жыл бұрын

preamps are identical. thank you!

@asylumrain 3 жыл бұрын

So would I have to buy an adapter if my iMac only has the usb c ports and not usb?

@Ggomta 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice video, i think you missed out when talking about the SOLO the part about the monitor wheel (most important to me). Is there any way to detach the monitors from sounding when recording I have to turn off my monitors else the mic will pick it up when recording voice.

@chunkygrumpy7561 3 жыл бұрын

Well, you have to turn off your monitors before recording to prevent feedback.

@Ggomta 3 жыл бұрын

@@chunkygrumpy7561 thanks Chunky... yea i came to that conclusion... shipped it back for a regular 2i2

@stacyadams2306 Жыл бұрын

Hello, I have the solo focusrite scarlett but my studio is recording very low. I’m using adobe Audition. I didn’t have this issue in the past. Any idea what it could be?

@Freak.Studios 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful.. but can't you plug a dynamic mic into the 1/4" input with a XLR > 1/4" convertor, then run 2 microphones??

@kettnercreative 3 жыл бұрын

Depends on the mic. Since the 1/4” input is line level, you might run out of gain when powering a popular mic (SM7B, PodMic, etc.)

@arioafrashteh6767 Жыл бұрын

I wanna use this interface with Shure m73b, with solo I may need a cloudlifter do I need a cloudlifter with 2i2 also? 2i2 does not have any better gain controller?