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Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
2/10
Оценка пользователя
Ужасно
Doesn't work with Windows 10
Good luck with this product if you're planning on using it with a Windows 10 computer. You'll need it.
We tried some suggested changes with Windows settings but to no avail. Why again should you have to change Windows settings to get a product to work? Forget it. I'm not a big Windows 10 fan, but if the product isn't going to work with this operating system then the seller should clearly state that.
We tried some suggested changes with Windows settings but to no avail. Why again should you have to change Windows settings to get a product to work? Forget it. I'm not a big Windows 10 fan, but if the product isn't going to work with this operating system then the seller should clearly state that.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
6/10
Оценка пользователя
Плохо
Drivers ruin this device unfortunately
The worst thing about this device, which is a huge problem only with the gen 3 it seems is the drivers for windows they are horrid and have done nothing but cause issues with my Scarlett, the only problem is that the drivers are kinda needed for this device. It was causing my mic to randomly go static and it was completely random the same cable and mic used on a behringer uphoria um-2 had never had this issue which is why I’m just gonna save my self the trouble and go switch back to that. I have friends that have had no issues with the Scarletts and was recommended it from them but due to the fact that it makes my mic go from static and sometimes robotic randomly only when the Scarlett drivers are installed from the official website I’m gonna have to pass on this. Bewarned before buying the gen 3 and try and get the gen 2 if possible cause the drivers for the gen 2 are way better and don’t seem to have these issues
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
8/10
Оценка пользователя
Хорошо
Great now that it works! (Updated 8/21/2020)
REVISED REVIEW:
I'm an easy customer. The thing works, I'm happy. Thing doesn't work, I'm unhappy. The Focusrite worked out of the box (YAY!). Then it has issues (BOO!). Then I resolved said issues (YAY!). Now it works as expected.
Has this device been a walk in the park? No, not really. There are some tweaks you need to make to your computer (See Update 7/7/2020 & 8/21/2020).
With that said, I have been using my Focusrite LITERALLY every day. I have a Rode NT1 attached and I use that for video conferencing, recording vocals for my band GreyHalo, for podcasts, and for playing only D&D with family and friends. It's been a huge asset in this online life, and I have to say .. I'm happy I got this.
While I originally said I would hard pass in the future, I've decided I LIKE my Focusrite 2i2. It's nor perfect, but from what I've read on other audio interfaces, nothing is. My son has a PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 2x2 USB Audio Interface and we've had to do some tweaking to his laptop to get it to work as expected. I realize that it's impossible for any company to know how everyone's computer will work with their hardware.
So would I recommend this again? Yes, yes I would. And in fact, I have. And with that, I've also told them the tweaks I've made and how to do it so they can get faster results.
I still have latency in my DAW of choice (Reaper), but that's something I'll have to resolve in the DAW. Not Focusrite's fault. But I've used some pretty hoity-toity VST/VSTi with this Focusrite 2i2 and it's handled everything like a champ. I'm not disappointed one bit in my purchase. And in the future, when I need something beefer, you can be sure I'll look to Focusrite once more.
UPDATE 8/21/202:
OK! After scouring the interwebs, I think I found out the issue with crackling in certain software (Discord, Facebook video, Steam chats). It turns out most of those software requires a higher sample rate. I had my Focusrite set at 44100, which was the default that the audio interface started at. HOWEVER, if you put it at 48000 with a buffer size of 192 then the crackling is gone and you can use any software as excepted.
UPDATE 7/7/2020:
After finally getting through to customer support (took some time) I have finally fixed the issue. It's actually a USB issue. Windows has a feature that puts USB devices to sleep, and for some reason does not see the audio interface as an active device even if it's being used. Which is weird and frustrating. Once I disabled the option it's not had any issues. The lack of star is because it took so blooming long for them to get back to me I almost abandoned all hope.
However, since I had it fixed I recorded several songs with no issues. Lord willing my music career will finally see some fruition.
Is it worth the purchase? For the price, yeah it's a decide device. I do wish I would have gotten the Presonus as it has midi in, but I think if you don't have a need for midi this is a solid device that should last a while.
ONE last issue. Latency. If I can use Guitar Rig with my guitar in real time that would be great. But I haven't figured out if that's because of my DAW (Reaper) or the device.
ORIGINAL REVIEW:
I'm going to start this off by saying I work in IT. I'm also not new to the recording world as I've used other products in the past. So I know my way around buffer sizes and sample.
With that said, I'm going to flat out say that this has been nothing but a pain in my neck. I bought the Scarlet 2i2 with the intention of recording voices for games and animation, as well as podcasts. Since the quarantine order, I've used it for video conferencing with work. And, it works. I have a Rode NT1 and everything sounds amazing.
HOWEVER, the driver will crash constantly. I'll be watching a video, and it will just stop working. I'll be in the middle of a conference call, and it will crash. It's crashed while recording a podcast. It's crashed while recording a video. It just .. crashes.
And the only thing I can do is force it to restart by changing the buffer size. Then it kicks back in and I'm good for a while.
It's beyond infuriating. There are no errors in the event log. All the drivers are up to date, as far as I know. Except the Focusrite website is always seems to be down. My computer is more than powerful enough to run this relatively simple device.
I really want to like this, and I really want to recommend these to my friends who also are looking for hardware for recording their own podcasts and videos and so on. In this time of isolation, people are looking for professional solutions to record good audio. This interface ... I'd do a hard pass.
I'm an easy customer. The thing works, I'm happy. Thing doesn't work, I'm unhappy. The Focusrite worked out of the box (YAY!). Then it has issues (BOO!). Then I resolved said issues (YAY!). Now it works as expected.
Has this device been a walk in the park? No, not really. There are some tweaks you need to make to your computer (See Update 7/7/2020 & 8/21/2020).
With that said, I have been using my Focusrite LITERALLY every day. I have a Rode NT1 attached and I use that for video conferencing, recording vocals for my band GreyHalo, for podcasts, and for playing only D&D with family and friends. It's been a huge asset in this online life, and I have to say .. I'm happy I got this.
While I originally said I would hard pass in the future, I've decided I LIKE my Focusrite 2i2. It's nor perfect, but from what I've read on other audio interfaces, nothing is. My son has a PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 2x2 USB Audio Interface and we've had to do some tweaking to his laptop to get it to work as expected. I realize that it's impossible for any company to know how everyone's computer will work with their hardware.
So would I recommend this again? Yes, yes I would. And in fact, I have. And with that, I've also told them the tweaks I've made and how to do it so they can get faster results.
I still have latency in my DAW of choice (Reaper), but that's something I'll have to resolve in the DAW. Not Focusrite's fault. But I've used some pretty hoity-toity VST/VSTi with this Focusrite 2i2 and it's handled everything like a champ. I'm not disappointed one bit in my purchase. And in the future, when I need something beefer, you can be sure I'll look to Focusrite once more.
UPDATE 8/21/202:
OK! After scouring the interwebs, I think I found out the issue with crackling in certain software (Discord, Facebook video, Steam chats). It turns out most of those software requires a higher sample rate. I had my Focusrite set at 44100, which was the default that the audio interface started at. HOWEVER, if you put it at 48000 with a buffer size of 192 then the crackling is gone and you can use any software as excepted.
UPDATE 7/7/2020:
After finally getting through to customer support (took some time) I have finally fixed the issue. It's actually a USB issue. Windows has a feature that puts USB devices to sleep, and for some reason does not see the audio interface as an active device even if it's being used. Which is weird and frustrating. Once I disabled the option it's not had any issues. The lack of star is because it took so blooming long for them to get back to me I almost abandoned all hope.
However, since I had it fixed I recorded several songs with no issues. Lord willing my music career will finally see some fruition.
Is it worth the purchase? For the price, yeah it's a decide device. I do wish I would have gotten the Presonus as it has midi in, but I think if you don't have a need for midi this is a solid device that should last a while.
ONE last issue. Latency. If I can use Guitar Rig with my guitar in real time that would be great. But I haven't figured out if that's because of my DAW (Reaper) or the device.
ORIGINAL REVIEW:
I'm going to start this off by saying I work in IT. I'm also not new to the recording world as I've used other products in the past. So I know my way around buffer sizes and sample.
With that said, I'm going to flat out say that this has been nothing but a pain in my neck. I bought the Scarlet 2i2 with the intention of recording voices for games and animation, as well as podcasts. Since the quarantine order, I've used it for video conferencing with work. And, it works. I have a Rode NT1 and everything sounds amazing.
HOWEVER, the driver will crash constantly. I'll be watching a video, and it will just stop working. I'll be in the middle of a conference call, and it will crash. It's crashed while recording a podcast. It's crashed while recording a video. It just .. crashes.
And the only thing I can do is force it to restart by changing the buffer size. Then it kicks back in and I'm good for a while.
It's beyond infuriating. There are no errors in the event log. All the drivers are up to date, as far as I know. Except the Focusrite website is always seems to be down. My computer is more than powerful enough to run this relatively simple device.
I really want to like this, and I really want to recommend these to my friends who also are looking for hardware for recording their own podcasts and videos and so on. In this time of isolation, people are looking for professional solutions to record good audio. This interface ... I'd do a hard pass.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
8/10
Оценка пользователя
Хорошо
Great mic preamps but DOES NOT WORK ON A USB3 PORT
When I first tried the 2i2 I was very frustrated with the terrible scratchy crackling sound on output (I hadn't even tried recording yet, just playback.) After a lot of googling I found the solution: DO NOT USE IT ON A USB 3 PORT. Hopefully your computer, like mine, also has USB2 ports. I was just about to return it when I found the solution.
Seriously, Focusrite: get your software to work with today's hardware! Bush league. It's a shame that with such excellent hardware they can't get their software quality higher.
The installation process on Windows is great, on the FIRST computer you install it on. It starts out looking to the computer like a USB memory stick; you click on the file the easy-installation instructions tell you to, and it holds your hand through the whole process. Really first rate.
However, if you need to install it on a second computer, you'd better have a clue. It's easy, just download the drivers from their website and then plug in the device, and do the usual plug-and-play dance. But the process is not documented, so you have to just figure that out yourself. (I have no idea how well it works if you just plug it in without installing the drivers first. Maybe it's a good experience, but I bet you get the usual "no known driver" experience.) Sadly, I could not find any way to turn it back into a "new" unit ("MSD mode" for Mass Storage Device.) No doubt there is one, for customer returns! But good luck finding it on the web or in Focusrite's documentation.
The feature set is really perfect for this type of device, and very intuitive for a beginner. The red/yellow/green LEDs that surround the input gain knobs are handy for seeing if your levels are too high. There's no documentation on what the dB level is for yellow, but I'll figure that out using my DAW.
Its 48v phantom power is a must-have for me, since condenser mics require it.
The zero-latency monitoring control is simple and straightforward: click once for mono, again for stereo (channel 1 -> left, channel 2 -> right), and again to turn off.
All controls have obvious indicators on the front panel, and it remembers the settings if you unplug and replug USB, reboot, etc.
It'd be 5 stars for sure, if it didn't fail so miserably on USB3 ports, especially with no indication that they're not supported.
Seriously, Focusrite: get your software to work with today's hardware! Bush league. It's a shame that with such excellent hardware they can't get their software quality higher.
The installation process on Windows is great, on the FIRST computer you install it on. It starts out looking to the computer like a USB memory stick; you click on the file the easy-installation instructions tell you to, and it holds your hand through the whole process. Really first rate.
However, if you need to install it on a second computer, you'd better have a clue. It's easy, just download the drivers from their website and then plug in the device, and do the usual plug-and-play dance. But the process is not documented, so you have to just figure that out yourself. (I have no idea how well it works if you just plug it in without installing the drivers first. Maybe it's a good experience, but I bet you get the usual "no known driver" experience.) Sadly, I could not find any way to turn it back into a "new" unit ("MSD mode" for Mass Storage Device.) No doubt there is one, for customer returns! But good luck finding it on the web or in Focusrite's documentation.
The feature set is really perfect for this type of device, and very intuitive for a beginner. The red/yellow/green LEDs that surround the input gain knobs are handy for seeing if your levels are too high. There's no documentation on what the dB level is for yellow, but I'll figure that out using my DAW.
Its 48v phantom power is a must-have for me, since condenser mics require it.
The zero-latency monitoring control is simple and straightforward: click once for mono, again for stereo (channel 1 -> left, channel 2 -> right), and again to turn off.
All controls have obvious indicators on the front panel, and it remembers the settings if you unplug and replug USB, reboot, etc.
It'd be 5 stars for sure, if it didn't fail so miserably on USB3 ports, especially with no indication that they're not supported.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
2/10
Оценка пользователя
Ужасно
Unreliable technology-- do not buy!!!
To start, I rarely if never write negative reviews, and I probably have never given a one-star review since I have been an Amazon customer.
This is the second box that I have under a manufacturer's generous 3-years warranty. The problem is my first box (in this order) stopped working a month in. My second box, replaced under warranty stopped working a few months in. When it fails, the box is not recognized by any of my operating systems - Windows and IOS (iPhone and iPad) - and I have tried them over and over, exhausting the suggestions provided by Focusrite customer support. Focusrite customer support does get back to you but they do not have any answer for why this is happening. Cannot get it to work with any of my DAWs once the connection light goes out. And when it goes out it is permanent it seems. Customer support said they can replace with a third box but that they cannot refund money as I purchased through from Amazon and not through them.
In its place I instead bought the relatively new MOTU M2 and in comparison am very happy so far! But I am still left with a $250 Focusrite paperweight, that I guess I could continue to keep replacing until the warranty runs out. But that is hardly reliable and a good use of my time, as I never know when the box will quit.
Amazon needs to step up here it make it right, by refunding my purchase. Very unhappy, and I am truly sorry I went with Focusrite despite all of the glowing reviews.
This is the second box that I have under a manufacturer's generous 3-years warranty. The problem is my first box (in this order) stopped working a month in. My second box, replaced under warranty stopped working a few months in. When it fails, the box is not recognized by any of my operating systems - Windows and IOS (iPhone and iPad) - and I have tried them over and over, exhausting the suggestions provided by Focusrite customer support. Focusrite customer support does get back to you but they do not have any answer for why this is happening. Cannot get it to work with any of my DAWs once the connection light goes out. And when it goes out it is permanent it seems. Customer support said they can replace with a third box but that they cannot refund money as I purchased through from Amazon and not through them.
In its place I instead bought the relatively new MOTU M2 and in comparison am very happy so far! But I am still left with a $250 Focusrite paperweight, that I guess I could continue to keep replacing until the warranty runs out. But that is hardly reliable and a good use of my time, as I never know when the box will quit.
Amazon needs to step up here it make it right, by refunding my purchase. Very unhappy, and I am truly sorry I went with Focusrite despite all of the glowing reviews.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
8/10
Оценка пользователя
Хорошо
Works as intended
It mostly works as intended, although it did spontaneously disconnect once. I read that it could be because of flakiness in USB power. Maybe the power draw is a little too high for smaller laptops. However, this disconnect only happened 1 time for me out of the several hours I used it, so YMMV.
The sound quality is about as good as a pre-amp can get. It's also unnecessary to pay this much for good sound. I traded this for a cheaper behringer HD after doing an actual scientific blind test using an XLR splitter from the same microphone: Sound quality is totally identical. There is simply no scientific evidence (blind a/b tests) to support the claim that high-end pre-amps will make a difference in sound, other than the super-expensive ones adding distortion which some might call "character".
The sound quality is about as good as a pre-amp can get. It's also unnecessary to pay this much for good sound. I traded this for a cheaper behringer HD after doing an actual scientific blind test using an XLR splitter from the same microphone: Sound quality is totally identical. There is simply no scientific evidence (blind a/b tests) to support the claim that high-end pre-amps will make a difference in sound, other than the super-expensive ones adding distortion which some might call "character".
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
Оценка пользователя
Великолепно
My First Interface!
I’m an indie artist, and for me to not simply use my iMac, alone, for everything is a step forward! This device has improved my sound immensely! I sound so professional. It’s easy to install, thanks to YouTube videos provided by the site. The Instructions Were clear and precise, ensuring I made no mistakes and I was up and running, literally in minutes.
I’m no techie, so to give specifics in numbers and all isn’t going to happen with me, but it is an amazing tool to have in a home studio. Or for me, my office.I have it paired with the NT1-A Rode microphone and my producer has sent me praises! So yes, this interface is a game changer.
Every now and then, I get a bit of static in my headphones when I turn the device on, but it does go away. I have. No idea why it happens, but it’s a great device for me as a first-time, indie artist looking to grow. Hope this helps!
I’m no techie, so to give specifics in numbers and all isn’t going to happen with me, but it is an amazing tool to have in a home studio. Or for me, my office.I have it paired with the NT1-A Rode microphone and my producer has sent me praises! So yes, this interface is a game changer.
Every now and then, I get a bit of static in my headphones when I turn the device on, but it does go away. I have. No idea why it happens, but it’s a great device for me as a first-time, indie artist looking to grow. Hope this helps!
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
2/10
Оценка пользователя
Ужасно
COULD HAVE BEEN A CONTENDER ... IT IS NOT!
I am disappointed! I read such fascinating reviews and didi enough web-research and determined this product a viable alternative to my larger, more complex and older MAC DI/USB input box. THE GOOD: I love the way it is built: is sturdy and just small enough to be usable and not to get in any ones way. THE BAD: Yes, I agree with other review regarding the rather tortuous method of installing the Pro Tools First app (which has a rather dated interface on the mac.) It did work decently. The problem is the audio both in the monitor jack (tried numerous headsets) and through the monitor speaker jack: it is almost non-existent and when it is there is is full of static and clipping even though nothing appears to be over-driven at any input. NOTE: Any application from Preview, Itunes to Pro Tools and Garagaband produce this terrible audio. I am running one of two macs (a 2015 iMAC running Mojave) and 2018 IMAC PRO 27.5 also running Mojave OS. Nothing matters. I returned this unit and took the 20 minutes extra setting up my 2008 USB interface and it work splendidly no drivers needed and NO updates needed (NOW THAT WAS A SURPRISE.)
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
Оценка пользователя
Великолепно
Tolles Interface
Als Hobbymusiker bin ich von dem Scarlett hell begeistert. Sehr einfache Bedienung. In Verbindung mit dem Mikrofon kann ich selbst auf kleinstem Raum tolle Musik machen. Ich spiele laienhaft E-Gitarre und Bass als reines Hobby. Mit dem Scarlett und meinem Mac macht das richtig gute Laune.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
6/10
Оценка пользователя
Плохо
Mikrofon hat Ausetzer
Eig ist das ein super MIC top design musste aber leider feststellen das das mikrofon immerwiedermal kleine aussetzer hat was natürlich verherende auswirkungen auf qualität der aufnahmen hat .
Ich hoffe das ist nur ein einzelfall und wird eventl noch ausgetauscht dan gibts bei preis Leistung auch 5 strene
Ich hoffe das ist nur ein einzelfall und wird eventl noch ausgetauscht dan gibts bei preis Leistung auch 5 strene
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
6/10
Оценка пользователя
Плохо
Expensive compared to the quality
I would say it is okay, not perfect.. the price is kinda high compared to the quality.. the headphones are very bad quality and the mic is not what I expected it to be, it is not that good.. I watched some videos on YouTube from their channel and it sounded very good but once I tried it, it was not that good.. the only thing that I liked is the audio interface .. I liked the size of it and the quality... it is really easy to carry around..
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
Оценка пользователя
Великолепно
Focusrite Qualität für kleines Geld
Einfachste Installation am Mac, ordentliches Mikrofon, akzeptabler Kopfhörer. Auf Knopfdruck den "Air" Sound der Stimme, der eine gute Idee der analogen Focusrite Produkte und Mikrofon-Vorverstärker abgibt. Ich verwende das Produkt als Produktionseinheit für meinen Anrufbeantworter -kein Witz - weil ich mich schon immer über die schwache Qualität dieser Ansage geärgert habe. Mit Garage-Band (Narration Vokal) und dem Set passt alles super.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
Оценка пользователя
Великолепно
Ganz großes Kino
Nutzen das Set für unsere Video Aufnahmen im Hobbybereich. Tadellose Verarbeitung. Gerät lässt sich auf Win 10 sowie auf MacBook und iMac ohne Probleme installieren. Ganz großes Kino. Kann ich nur wärmstens empfehlen.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
Оценка пользователя
Великолепно
Top Tonqualität
Top Ton Qualität unverfälschte stimmwiedergabe perfekt für das streamen geeignet und ebenfalls in Kombination mit Musik Instrument nutzbar.
Geht aufjedenfall in Richtung professionell Ton Qualität.
Geht aufjedenfall in Richtung professionell Ton Qualität.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
Оценка пользователя
Великолепно
Superb
Excellent 👍 for recording, easy to carry anywhere.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
Оценка пользователя
Великолепно
Der preis war sein geld wert
Genau wie ich es erwartet habe für dieses geld ein super produkt
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
8/10
Оценка пользователя
Хорошо
Geist nach kurzer Lebensdauer aufgegeben.
Bin Hobby-Musiker, das Scarlett-Interface ist einfach zu bedienen, Aufnahmequalität o.k..
In Verbindung mit Magix Musicmaker schnelle Einarbeitung in die Technik.
Leider hat das Interface seinen Dienst aufgegeben. Kein Ausgangssignal auf externe Lautsprecher oder Kopfhörer.
Ich werde das Gerät morgen in die Amazon Niederlassung München senden und bin gespannt, wie lange die Reperatur oder ein Umtausch dauert.
In Verbindung mit Magix Musicmaker schnelle Einarbeitung in die Technik.
Leider hat das Interface seinen Dienst aufgegeben. Kein Ausgangssignal auf externe Lautsprecher oder Kopfhörer.
Ich werde das Gerät morgen in die Amazon Niederlassung München senden und bin gespannt, wie lange die Reperatur oder ein Umtausch dauert.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
Оценка пользователя
Великолепно
Für Anfänger, Amateure und Profis.
Für Anfänger, Amateure und Profis ein super Werkzeug um großartig Musik machen zu können und das noch zu einem erstaunlich fairen Preis.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
4/10
Оценка пользователя
Ужасно
The fact that the product is so heavily dependent on software, it should be made easy for the user to set up the bundle (lots of unwanted headache) of software. There is no active support from Focusrite for this crucial first step.
First thing first: Focusrite has collaborated with AVID to provide the basic tool to use its hardware. After creating so many accounts ( 3 separate account is really too much. its not like I am accessing a nuclear power plant, you get the joke!!!) Now AVID has collaborated with iLok to protect its licence. So we have to talk about iLok.
iLok: First you have to install iLok manager to get to your licence. iLok manager will not launch if you are connecting through WiFi. There was no mention of this. I wasted 3 days to figure this out. They should specify what kind of modem you are suppose to use to use their overrated and needlessly complicated software.
Now comes the next hurdle which is the basic AVID (Pro tool first) software itself. Note: AVID has given this basic and trivial software which is basic and essential software to get started with Focusrite hardware has several catch. First it will not install easily and will start throwing every error in the book for which there is a question asked on the forum which are mostly unanswered. That means you will have to try finding the solution yourself or buy AVID support which is mindbogglingly expensive. I was installing it on my Sony Viao F series laptop with windows 7 home premium. After struggling for 3 more days, i found the solution that you should not use the AVID Pro Tool First .MSI file instead, you should use the EXE. Also AVID had set a trap by keeping the "Save to cloud" toggle always on and they have given room for only 3 recordings to be saved on cloud. So unknowingly when you create 3 projects, you cannot create a new one after that. The moment you try to find the solution for this, they will say Pro tool First is not applicable for support. This is disgusting. No wander its a trap set by AVID to upgrade to their expensive versions. So I was determined to overcome this hurdle too. By manipulating their own dumb software, I found the solution for this too. I will not disclose it here which they can use to plug it up and create trap for future customers who will have no clue that they will be dealing with AVID while they are under the impression that they are Focusrite customer. Meanwhile, all the communication with AVID and Focusrite was absolute waste of time.
Just because I had to spent so much on this product, I took it up as a challenge to get it up and running. Any body else without a software background would have promptly return the product. The hardware is fine but the software which comes with it is an absolute trap. A big thumbs down to AVID. The effect of this will of-course percolate to Focusrite as well.
First thing first: Focusrite has collaborated with AVID to provide the basic tool to use its hardware. After creating so many accounts ( 3 separate account is really too much. its not like I am accessing a nuclear power plant, you get the joke!!!) Now AVID has collaborated with iLok to protect its licence. So we have to talk about iLok.
iLok: First you have to install iLok manager to get to your licence. iLok manager will not launch if you are connecting through WiFi. There was no mention of this. I wasted 3 days to figure this out. They should specify what kind of modem you are suppose to use to use their overrated and needlessly complicated software.
Now comes the next hurdle which is the basic AVID (Pro tool first) software itself. Note: AVID has given this basic and trivial software which is basic and essential software to get started with Focusrite hardware has several catch. First it will not install easily and will start throwing every error in the book for which there is a question asked on the forum which are mostly unanswered. That means you will have to try finding the solution yourself or buy AVID support which is mindbogglingly expensive. I was installing it on my Sony Viao F series laptop with windows 7 home premium. After struggling for 3 more days, i found the solution that you should not use the AVID Pro Tool First .MSI file instead, you should use the EXE. Also AVID had set a trap by keeping the "Save to cloud" toggle always on and they have given room for only 3 recordings to be saved on cloud. So unknowingly when you create 3 projects, you cannot create a new one after that. The moment you try to find the solution for this, they will say Pro tool First is not applicable for support. This is disgusting. No wander its a trap set by AVID to upgrade to their expensive versions. So I was determined to overcome this hurdle too. By manipulating their own dumb software, I found the solution for this too. I will not disclose it here which they can use to plug it up and create trap for future customers who will have no clue that they will be dealing with AVID while they are under the impression that they are Focusrite customer. Meanwhile, all the communication with AVID and Focusrite was absolute waste of time.
Just because I had to spent so much on this product, I took it up as a challenge to get it up and running. Any body else without a software background would have promptly return the product. The hardware is fine but the software which comes with it is an absolute trap. A big thumbs down to AVID. The effect of this will of-course percolate to Focusrite as well.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
Оценка пользователя
Великолепно
I was slightly hesitant due to very mixed reviews, but I decided to be optimistic and it paid off!!
Out of the box took 20 mins to set up and that was due to the hardware. I decided not to make an account for the extras just yet as I just wanted to test the mic quality and I already had a copy of Ableton Live Lite.
I was slightly torn between the Scarlett Studio and just the Scarlett Solo and a sampson SAC01 Large Diaphragm Studio Condenser Microphone which would combined have cost about £130. Wow, let me tell you these headphones are super comfortable and the best sound quality I've ever experienced. The microphone is also the best my vocals have ever sounded. I really like the design of the hardware and the red accent. I thought the red mic cable was particularly snazzy as I also have the Akai Mini black with red accents. If you're dithering at this price point- it seems to be excellent value!! I don't know other people have had so much trouble but you basically plug and play. (Although I think you have to unplug the audio interface to actually install the software). I'll try the free extras later as I can imagine they cause some issues but those would be software issues- I can't fault the Scarlett Studio and I have a very good feeling this is going to be the best thing I've ever bought to have a creative outlet which sounds PRO!!!
Out of the box took 20 mins to set up and that was due to the hardware. I decided not to make an account for the extras just yet as I just wanted to test the mic quality and I already had a copy of Ableton Live Lite.
I was slightly torn between the Scarlett Studio and just the Scarlett Solo and a sampson SAC01 Large Diaphragm Studio Condenser Microphone which would combined have cost about £130. Wow, let me tell you these headphones are super comfortable and the best sound quality I've ever experienced. The microphone is also the best my vocals have ever sounded. I really like the design of the hardware and the red accent. I thought the red mic cable was particularly snazzy as I also have the Akai Mini black with red accents. If you're dithering at this price point- it seems to be excellent value!! I don't know other people have had so much trouble but you basically plug and play. (Although I think you have to unplug the audio interface to actually install the software). I'll try the free extras later as I can imagine they cause some issues but those would be software issues- I can't fault the Scarlett Studio and I have a very good feeling this is going to be the best thing I've ever bought to have a creative outlet which sounds PRO!!!
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
Оценка пользователя
Великолепно
I'm glad I bought the set, it is perfect for my music making! Prior to getting this I used my wireless gaming headphones, that was not a good choice.
Setting this up was pretty straight forward, I installed the software first then plugged this in. It worked straight away and had been almost flawless since.
The headphones provided give amazing and natural sound, through them I listened to my older music and started realising flaws in my mixing. With these my music has drastically improved now that I can hear frequencies with detail and natural depth. My only concern is that they don't feel as premium as they sound, they are not terrible in build quality, but I do worry I could break them easily.
The microphone gives amazing sound quality in my music software for vocals and stuff. It is very sensitive and picks up every little sound and detail with high clarity. My only issue is outside of my DAW the computer plays back microphone audio that stutters and I can't work out why. But in my DAW it works perfect!
As for the unit itself I love it. It is simple, has a solid metal case with simple to use controls. I think it is also very attractive. It uses a usb type c port on the back for power and to interface with the computer. This is good and bad, good because it's type c for great data transfer, this is needed to ensure high performance and sound quality with your software. It's kind of bad as it feels quite vulnerable to damage. This is not av problem though if like me you keep the unit stationary and have nothing behind it.
I'm very happy with this item, it has given me a much better appreciation for sound quality and has helped me make sure the music I make is cleanly and accurately mixed. Thanks to the microphone I can also add my vocals to my music and know they are represented with great detail. It has also prompted me to buy a proper high Res music player so I can enjoy the details I put into my music.
Setting this up was pretty straight forward, I installed the software first then plugged this in. It worked straight away and had been almost flawless since.
The headphones provided give amazing and natural sound, through them I listened to my older music and started realising flaws in my mixing. With these my music has drastically improved now that I can hear frequencies with detail and natural depth. My only concern is that they don't feel as premium as they sound, they are not terrible in build quality, but I do worry I could break them easily.
The microphone gives amazing sound quality in my music software for vocals and stuff. It is very sensitive and picks up every little sound and detail with high clarity. My only issue is outside of my DAW the computer plays back microphone audio that stutters and I can't work out why. But in my DAW it works perfect!
As for the unit itself I love it. It is simple, has a solid metal case with simple to use controls. I think it is also very attractive. It uses a usb type c port on the back for power and to interface with the computer. This is good and bad, good because it's type c for great data transfer, this is needed to ensure high performance and sound quality with your software. It's kind of bad as it feels quite vulnerable to damage. This is not av problem though if like me you keep the unit stationary and have nothing behind it.
I'm very happy with this item, it has given me a much better appreciation for sound quality and has helped me make sure the music I make is cleanly and accurately mixed. Thanks to the microphone I can also add my vocals to my music and know they are represented with great detail. It has also prompted me to buy a proper high Res music player so I can enjoy the details I put into my music.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
Оценка пользователя
Великолепно
Delighted with the quality of headphones, microphone and Interface. Easy to use with lots of information available. Comes with software and video instructions for quick setup.
Early days as I am a beginner with music production, but seems an excellent product for the price.
Early days as I am a beginner with music production, but seems an excellent product for the price.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
6/10
Оценка пользователя
Плохо
3 stars probably isn't fair, as I am reserving judgement on the Scarlett itself. It seems to do what it's supposed to, but my first impressions have been clouded by wasting so much time trying to get the Pro Tools First software to work.
This version of the software DOES NOT support macOS Catalina. This is not mentioned during installation, nor during the installation of the super-paranoid license manager thing you have to install (to activate a piece of free software, for some reason). Oh it's a rigmarole of an install... then it launches and just hangs. Eventually I found online that although "proper" Pro Tools has been updated for current Mac OS, Pro Tools First has not.
This looks bad for Focusrite, because they're recommending we use something that's broken, and it looks bad for Pro Tools because we got sucked into trying a garbage demo that makes it look like they don't update their products.
I guess I'll stick to Garageband. I was just excited to try Pro Tools as I'd recently spent (wasted...) some time watching YouTube videos on how to record and mix with it.
This version of the software DOES NOT support macOS Catalina. This is not mentioned during installation, nor during the installation of the super-paranoid license manager thing you have to install (to activate a piece of free software, for some reason). Oh it's a rigmarole of an install... then it launches and just hangs. Eventually I found online that although "proper" Pro Tools has been updated for current Mac OS, Pro Tools First has not.
This looks bad for Focusrite, because they're recommending we use something that's broken, and it looks bad for Pro Tools because we got sucked into trying a garbage demo that makes it look like they don't update their products.
I guess I'll stick to Garageband. I was just excited to try Pro Tools as I'd recently spent (wasted...) some time watching YouTube videos on how to record and mix with it.
Скромный эксперт
13.10.2020
10/10
Оценка пользователя
Великолепно
This is a fantastic set, the Audio interface is known for its cost to quality ratio and is probably the best you can get for 1 to 2 inputs, the Mic seems very good, especially for podcasting - clean and good pickups (you will definitely need a pop filter though) the headphones sounds crisp and linear, although they are more on than over the Ear so they have taken a little longer to soften and do have some sound leakage. The interface itself does what it should good range of knobs and buttons to get you running quickly. While it doesn’t have a dedicated input bar for levelling the dial halos do a good enough job to get your kit all levelled correctly. The biggest gripe which ironically is also a plus is the audio software suite, it’s a solid selection but because of so many different sources, you bounce around setting accounts on multiple websites and downloading from many places. Would have been nicer if they could have packaged them into one. But it is a small gripe and just means an extra 30min setup time if you want all the extras.
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