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Focusrite Scarlett Gen 3 Audio Interfaces

Focusrite Scarlett Gen 3 Audio Interfaces

Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen - Overview // Focusrite

Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen - Overview // Focusrite

Focusrite // Scarlett 3rd Generation - Solo

Focusrite // Scarlett 3rd Generation - Solo

Hitmaker Expansion - Writing, Recording, Producing with Seids: Trailer // Focusrite

Hitmaker Expansion - Writing, Recording, Producing with Seids: Trailer // Focusrite

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Description

Some gear just works—clean, clear and built for the way real artists create. The Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB audio interface (Gen 3) is that kind of tool. Trusted by creators like FINNEAS and Billie Eilish, it's made for tracking vocals, guitar and more, wherever inspiration strikes. Laying down your next single? Starting your first podcast? The Scarlett Solo keeps things simple and sounds phenomenal. It's part of a legacy that started in London in the '80s, when Focusrite set out to build the world's best-sounding audio gear—trusted in studios ever since.

High-Headroom Preamps for Honest, Detailed Sound

At the core of the Scarlett Solo are Focusrite's legendary preamps—famous for their headroom, clarity and transparent tone. Plug in a mic to capture every breath and nuance, or a guitar to get that punchy, dynamic signal that cuts through. These are the same preamps behind records from artists like Sam Smith and Hozier. No hype, no noise—just beautifully open sound.

24-Bit/192kHz Conversion for Pro-Quality Audio

With premium AD/DA conversion, your recordings stay crisp, clean and full of depth. Whether you're layering synths or tracking a solo acoustic take, the Scarlett Solo preserves every detail. It's trusted by engineers and producers working on platinum records, film scores and award-winning podcasts around the world.

Streamlined Focusrite Design for Creative Flow

The Scarlett Solo puts everything you need right at your fingertips—no menus, no distractions. Big gain knobs with LED halos, combo XLR/TRS inputs, direct monitoring and USB bus power make setup fast and frustration-free. Just plug in and start recording—on Mac or PC—before your coffee cools.

Rugged and Portable for Real-World Sessions

Weighing just over a pound, the Scarlett Solo is built to go wherever you do. Its tough metal chassis handles the road, the studio and everywhere in between. Toss it in your backpack or gear bag and track on the move—without sacrificing sound quality or reliability.

Why Choose the Focusrite Scarlett Solo Gen 3?

The Scarlett Solo has earned its spot in countless home studios for good reason—it sounds great, travels light and gets the job done. With Focusrite's trusted signal path, thoughtful design and no-nonsense workflow, it's the perfect first interface—or your favorite backup—for capturing your best takes, time and again.

Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface Gen 3
Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface Gen 3
Focusrite Scarlett Solo USB Audio Interface Gen 3

Features

  • High-performance preamps ensure warm, clear sound with wide dynamic range
  • 24-bit/192kHz conversion delivers studio-quality recordings with exceptional depth
  • Two combo inputs accept XLR or 1/4" connections for flexible routing
  • Simple, intuitive layout allows quick and effortless setup and operation
  • Large gain knobs with LED halos provide clear, real-time level monitoring
  • Direct monitor button enables latency-free recording for better performance
  • 48V phantom power supports condenser microphones for professional sound
  • USB-powered interface ensures portability with no external power supply required

Specs

Audio Performance
  • Preamps: High-headroom mic and instrument preamps
  • Conversion: 24-bit/192kHz AD/DA conversion
  • Dynamic range: Wide dynamic range for detailed sound
  • Phantom power: 48V phantom power for condenser microphones
  • Monitoring: Direct monitor switch for zero-latency playback
Connectivity
  • Inputs: Two combo XLR and 1/4" inputs
  • Outputs: Balanced TRS outputs for studio monitors
  • USB: USB-powered with single cable for audio and power
  • Metering: LED halos around gain knobs for level monitoring
Design
  • Control layout: Intuitive front-panel interface
  • Gain control: Large gain knobs for smooth adjustments
  • Chassis: Compact, durable metal enclosure
  • Compatibility: Mac and Windows compatible via USB

Warranty

All Focusrite products are built to the highest standards, and are designed to provide many years of reliable performance. In the event of a Manufacturing Defect becoming evident during the warranty period, Focusrite will ensure that the product is repaired or replaced free of charge. The warranty for any product purchased on or after the 1st January 2018 is a period of 36 months from the date of original purchase. The warranty period for products purchased on or prior to the 31st December 2017 is 24 months from the date of original purchase.

A Manufacturing Defect is defined as a defect in the performance of the product as described and published by Focusrite. A Manufacturing Defect does not include damage caused by post-purchase transportation, storage or careless handling, nor damage caused by misuse.

While this warranty is provided by Focusrite, it is fulfilled by Focusrite’s distribution partner in the country in which you purchased the product. To contact Focusrite's local distribution partner regarding a warranty issue, click here; they will advise you of the appropriate procedure for resolving the warranty issue. Note that many of the products returned under warranty are found not to exhibit any hardware fault at all. In the case of operational interruption, it’s worth checking other factors such as cables, drivers, software settings and the like, prior to returning your hardware. Contact Focusrite support first, if you experience technical issues.

In every case you will need to provide a copy of the original invoice or store receipt to Focusrite’s local distribution partner. In the event that you are unable to provide proof of purchase, you should request a copy of your receipt from the reseller from whom you purchased the product. If you purchase a Focusrite product outside your normal country of residence, Focusrite’s distribution partner in your normal country of residence will not be able to honor this limited warranty, although you may request an out-of-warranty chargeable repair.

This limited warranty is offered solely to products purchased from an Authorised Focusrite Reseller. This Warranty is in addition to your statutory rights in the country of purchase.

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Reviews

4.48

77 Reviews

85%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Wonderful little device
I am very pleased with this product!

Most Liked Positive Review

5

The simplest one but I like it

This interface soved a lot of problems for me expectedly and unexpectedly. What I expected was: I can connect my condenser microphone to my PC via this devise. I can stream my Zoom/Skype conversation from my android phone to my PC via this devise. This set-up allowed me to make podcast interviews. Unexpectedly... I can now listen to whatever is happening on my PC via. the devise though direct monitor. Before this my computer had a mind of its own and I lose sound often and had to experiment with the sound setting. Now connected to this, the sound always comes out without a problem. Also unexpectedly, this device allows me to do two projects without moving things. The device sends sounds to my PC though a cable, which allows me to record a video using the webcam. The device also send sound to my iPad to record a podcast using a customized app for podcasting. I can do both without moving the cable around. When I record a podcast interview, I want to make sure my voice and the guest's voice are balanced. This can be easily achieved with Scarlet Solo. This replaced my ICICLE connector (Blue ICICLE XLR to USB Converter/Mic Preamp), which was a lot simpler way to connect a condenser mic to a PC. However, I feel like I liked the sound quality of ICICLE SLIGHTLY better than Scarlet Solo. Both are good, though, and this probably is just my personal preference.

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Most Liked Negative Review

2

BUYER BEWARE

BUYER BEWARE So i purchased this product so i could use my kali lp 6 monitors with my pc and use amp sims. and it works great expect for one HUGE flaw. The headphone and monitor outputs are both active ALL the time. there is no control or toggle for this, so if you only want audio to come out of your headphones youd have to unplug your monitors. the 2i2 is only 50 dollars more and has 2 knobs one for headphones and one for monitor output i highly suggest spending the extra 50 and getting the 2i2 over the solo. I will be returning mine and spending the extra 50 for sure.

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Best Uses
  1. Home Studio65
  2. Amateur Recording43
  3. Professional Recording21
  4. Performances8
  5. Pro Audio / DJ / Mixing3
Cons
  1. Limited Functions13
  2. Not Durable3
  3. Poor Sound Quality3
  4. Pricey / Poor Value3
  5. Unreliable3
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced45
  2. Novice19
  3. Professional Musician9
Pros
  1. Easy To Use64
  2. Compact61
  3. Good Audio59
  4. Lightweight53
  5. Durable38

Reviewed by 77 customers

  • I would buy this product again and buy other stuff as well

    5

    submitted11 days ago

    byReese

    fromBaraboo, Wi

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I gifted this to my boyfriend and he is obsessed with it. He is uses it everyday, and tell me how much he likes it all the time. He uses it to play guitar in his room at his apartment. It makes it so he can use it without disturbing her roommates. Product is awesome!!

  • Simple and Powerful

    5

    submitted4 months ago

    byJeremy

    fromSpringfield MO

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    In need of an interface that's easy to use and powerful enough to handle the business of making music?! This little unit delivers in colors of crimson shades. Being a singer/songwriter affords me the need of only two inputs which are great and having the phantom power is a bonus for my large diaphragm condenser mic. The inputs being on the front also make it easy to access. Add the small footprint of the unit itself makes this the perfect interface for my needs. I had absolutely no issues with drivers on my Windows laptop and the low latency performance rivals the bigger interface that I also posses. A truly useful and powerful bargain. I am extremely happy with my purchase.

  • Everything you need to get started

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 months ago

    byJosh

    fromMilwaukee

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I got this product for a friend and it has elevated the way he records.he has now been able to demo songs at home and send them between the band.

  • Very good price for what I needed

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byCameron

    fromEssex Junction

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    The price is very low for a very high quality audio interface. As someone who is relatively new to using a microphone and an interface, I found it very easy to use and high quality. #sweepstakes

  • Cool product

    4

    Verified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byRay

    fromHouston, TX

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    It's a cool product for budget friendly set up's but I probably wouldn't purchase it again. Too much static.

  • Will never purchase again

    3

    Verified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byA

    fromHouston, TX

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Not a fan of the uneven monitoring and staticky sound that came from this interface. Even tried hooking it up to a different unit altogether.

Q&A

Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted6 months ago

    asked byKimmel

    fromFresno, CA

    Does this use micro usb or usb c?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The Focusrite Scarlett Solo (3rd Gen) audio interface uses a USB-C port on the back of the unit, but it ships with a USB-C to USB-A cable. Connection Details: Interface port: USB-C Included cable: USB-C to USB-A (standard for most computers) Computer compatibility: USB-A ports (out of the box) USB-C computers (you’ll need a USB-C to USB-C cable, not included) Computer compatibility: USB-A ports (out of the box) USB-C computers (you’ll need a USB-C to USB-C cable, not included)

  • submitted7 months ago

    asked byZero

    fromDuryea pa

    Dose this work for windows 11

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, it will.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked bySofia

    fromEdison, NJ

    Does this come with an adapter for headphones

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, it doesn't.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byRudy

    fromSan Ysidro, Ca

    does it work with a PC with windows 10 ?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes it does.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byTony

    fromFayetteville, GA

    Will this work with chrome book laptop?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes as long as your unit has a USB connection.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byPanda

    fromHuntington, WV

    Can this be used with a 9th gen iPad? Lightening cable

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    I sorry but I don't know how your iPad connects. This has a standard USB-C connection.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked bySuzy

    fromClifton Park, NY

    I am interested in recording from my Fishman loud box mini from it's DI output. This sounds like a good interface for that. If so, do I have to purchase connecting cables separately? Please advise

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Thank you for your question. I will have a product specialist contact you with options.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byJoni

    fromTucson az

    Can I use this with an ipad pro? Does the ipad pro have enough power or will I need an external power supply?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, you can use it with an Ipad pro. It should be able to operate off the power of the Ipad, but it would drain it fairly quickly.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byTara

    fromChicago, IL

    Can this be used on a Win10 laptop to fix latency issues when tracking vocals? Also, I will be using a line transformer with a PL80 mic. What are the system requirements to use this as far as RAM, etc., Or does it matter? Thanks!

    Open Reply - Ronald
    This will work, there are no system requirements beyond operating system to work with this. The only time that may run into an issue is depending on the software you're using.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byGretchan

    fromBroomfield

    What does this do? Maybe buying as a gift for my daughter

    Open Reply - Thomas
    This is the hardware used to record on your computer. Please give us a call to better help you out – 877-687-5403
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