Focusrite Scarlett Solo Studio Audio Interface

FOCUSRITE Scarlett Solo Studio Audio Interface

Capture your music and creativity with the FOCUSRITE Scarlett Solo, the world´s best-selling USB audio interface, engineered to deliver studio-quality recordings with unparalleled ease. Perfectly designed for the singer-songwriter, podcaster, or guitarist, the Scarlett Solo provides the simplest and most compact way to make incredible-sounding recordings at home or on the go.

Experience the legendary sound quality of Focusrite with the high-performance third-generation Scarlett microphone preamp. This upgraded preamp is the best Scarlett has ever produced, delivering brighter, more open, and detailed recordings. Engage the unique "Air" mode to breathe life into your vocals and acoustic instruments. This switchable feature emulates the iconic Focusrite ISA preamp, adding a high-end presence and rich harmonic detail that makes your sound instantly stand out in the mix.

For guitarists and bassists, the high-headroom, high-impedance instrument input allows you to plug directly in and record your instrument with pristine clarity. You can capture the full character of your guitar without any fear of clipping or unwanted distortion, ensuring your tone remains pure and powerful. The intuitive Gain Halos around the gain knobs provide instant visual feedback, making it effortless to set the perfect input level and avoid digital clipping for a flawless take every time.

The Scarlett Solo is equipped with high-performance 24-bit/192kHz AD-DA converters, allowing you to record and mix with stunning detail and clarity. This professional-grade conversion ensures that every nuance of your performance is captured faithfully. With super-low latency, you can monitor your recordings with native plug-in effects in real-time, giving you a better performance and a more natural recording experience.

Built for the creator on the move, the Scarlett Solo features a compact, lightweight, and robust desktop form factor. It connects directly to your Mac or PC via a single USB cable, which also provides all the power it needs, eliminating the clutter of an external power supply. Its rugged construction ensures it can withstand the rigors of daily use, whether in your home studio or packed in your gig bag. The interface is compatible with a wide range of Mac and Windows operating systems, ensuring seamless integration into your existing setup. Start your journey into professional audio with the interface trusted by a global community of musicians, producers, and home-recordists.

Technical Specifications

Microphone preamp gain: 56 dB


Microphone preamp input impedance: 3000 Ω


MIDI in: No


Supported sample rates: 44.1.48,88.2.96,176.4.192 kHz


48V phantom power: Yes


Microphone preamp input level (max): 9 dBu


XLR input: 1


Warranty period: 3 year(s)


Number of preamps: 1


LED indicators: USB


Number of analog inputs: 2


MIDI out: No


Width: 143 mm


Mac operating systems supported: Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.12 Sierra


Device interface: USB


Power source: USB


Audio A/D Converter (ADC): 24-bit/192kHz


Built-in microphone preamp: Yes


Audio output: 2


USB version: 2.0


Depth: 96 mm


Audio input: 2


Weight: 382 g


Height: 46.5 mm


Windows operating systems supported: Windows 7, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 8, Windows 10


USB ports quantity: 1


Number of analog outputs: 3