Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre Desktop 10×4 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface

The Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre is a professional-grade USB audio interface that represents a significant step up from the company’s popular Scarlett series. It’s designed for serious musicians, producers, and engineers who require exceptional audio quality, low latency, and a versatile feature set.

Key Features and Highlights:

• Upgraded AD/DA Conversion: The Clarett+ 2Pre features high-quality, independent A/D and D/A converters that offer a class-leading dynamic range of up to 124 dB. This means your recordings will be more transparent and detailed, and your mixes will have a greater sense of depth and clarity.
• All-Analog “Air” Mode with Impedance Switching: This is a hallmark of the Clarett+ series. The interface’s two mic preamps include an all-analog “Air” mode that emulates the classic sound of Focusrite’s ISA preamps. When engaged, this circuit not only adds a high-frequency boost to give vocals and instruments a polished, airy presence, but it also physically switches the input impedance to a lower setting, recreating the authentic circuit behavior of the original ISA transformer-based preamps.
• High-Headroom, Low-Noise Preamps: The Clarett+ preamps are designed with a very low noise floor and massive headroom, allowing you to capture pristine recordings without distortion, even with loud sources.
• JFET Instrument Inputs: The dedicated JFET instrument inputs mimic the high-impedance input of a guitar amplifier, preserving the natural tone and character of your guitar or bass and allowing you to record directly with an authentic feel.
• Extensive I/O: The 2Pre offers more than just two inputs. It’s a 10-in/4-out interface, thanks to its expansion capabilities.
  • 2 x Combo XLR/TRS inputs: For microphones, line-level signals, and instruments.
  • 4 x Balanced Line Outputs: For connecting to studio monitors and outboard gear.
  • 1 x Headphone Output: With a high-power, low-impedance amplifier.
  • ADAT Input: An optical ADAT port allows you to expand your system by adding up to eight more channels using a compatible preamp (like the Focusrite Clarett+ OctoPre).
  • MIDI I/O: For connecting MIDI keyboards, controllers, or other hardware.
• USB-C Connectivity: It uses the USB-C standard for a fast, reliable, and low-latency connection. It can also be bus-powered if your computer’s USB-C port provides 15W of power, or via the included external power supply.
• Hitmaker Expansion Bundle: The Clarett+ 2Pre comes with a very valuable software bundle, including a selection of premium plugins from industry-leading brands like Antares (Auto-Tune Access), Brainworx, Softube, and XLN Audio.