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Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen

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Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen
Colour
Form factordesktop
Number of channels2 in
2 out
ConnectionUSB 2.0 type C
DAC24 bit
192 kHz
Frequency range20 – 20000 Hz
Preamplifier1 pcs
Inputs
Total Jack / XLR audio inputsx1 Jack and x1 XLR
MicrophoneCombo XLR 1 pcs
InstrumentJack x1
LineJack x1
Outputs
Total Jack/XLR audio outputsJack x3
LineJack x2
HeadphonesJack x1
Features
Phantom power
ASIO
Front headphone output
Software includedAbleton Live Lite, 3 months Pro Tools Artist and Avid Complete Plugin Bundle, Hitmaker / 3 months Splice subscription /
General
ОСWindows / macOS / iPadOS
Power supplyUSB
Dimensions (WxDxH)143.5x96x44 mm
Weight0.32 kg
Official Websitefocusrite.com
Added to E-CatalogJuly 2019
Mic preamps with Air technology to emulate lighter and more spacious mic preamps. Support for USB Type C. The operation of the input connectors in three modes — linear, microphone and instrument.
The tool operating mode is activated by a button on the front panel.
The information in the model description is for reference purposes.
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Model overview based on user reviews  
The Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen is a compact and budget-friendly audio interface, ideal for home and mobile use. It features a single combo XLR input and supports three operating modes: line, microphone, and instrument. With its USB Type-C connection and phantom power, it offers excellent value for money and quality, making it suitable for recording guitars and vocals. However, it may not meet the needs of professionals due to its limited inputs and lack of separate headphone and monitor level controls. While some users appreciate its affordability and sound quality, others suggest considering higher models like the 4i4 or 8i6 for more versatility and control. Overall, it's a great choice for enthusiasts on a medium budget.
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good model for an average budget
13 February 2022 
ideal for recording one guitar and microphone on a medium budget, but for a professional, the small number of outputs and the lack of separate headphone and monitor level controls might be a downside. Sold it after a year for these two reasons.

If your budget allows, the 4i4 (with separate headphone control) or the 8i6, which can connect several synthesizers, microphones, and a couple of headphones or a couple (monitors + headphones) with convenient level control for each audio output separately (and this with an additional payment of about 10-15k), would be much cooler, so it's worth considering getting the 4i4 or 8i6 right away for convenience and if you have the budget, that also leaves room for connecting several synthesizers in stereo.

For those looking for special sound and having a large budget can consider the rme babyface, rme fireface, uad apollo twin, uad apollo x8 (for studios). Be prepared to shell out a decent sum for uad and the same amount for software.
- ability to resell with a small discount quickly enough on Avito
- more suitable for an enthusiast than for a professional
- a small number of inputs, outputs, and level controls
- the need to switch when using a pair of headphones or a pair (monitor + headphones)
LETS DO SMTHuse Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen more than year
great model, love it
1 March 2021 
Bought for recording guitar on a condenser microphone. Very satisfied with the quality! Here you can see my unboxing: https://youtu.be/qnjssXTEd_c
Excellent value for money and quality
Didn't find any flaws
Repertuar Gitaristause Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen few months
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The third generation of Scarlett audio interfaces

In 2019, Focusrite introduced the third update of audio interfaces from its massive Scarlett line. In addition to the improved hardware, the new Scarletts have added an Air button that activates a rather interesting emulation of ISA transformer microphone preamps. When recording in this mode, the readability and purity of the mid- and high-frequency spectrum are slightly improved. Useful for recording vocals, guitars and other acoustic instruments. The considered model Scarlett Solo is the junior representative of this line.

Compact sound card with high-quality sound

The Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen is a compact sound card designed for mobile and home use. It features an updated Focusrite preamp that supports up to 24-bit 192kHz sampling rates and up to 56dB of gain. As the model name suggests, there is only one line input for connecting instruments (6.35 / XLR), but with support for three different operating modes (line, microphone, instrument). Plus, the card has been modernized in terms of connection - instead of the old USB A, USB-C is now used, and the card works without problems with MacOS laptops and computers and iOS tablets. However in the latter case, we are talking only about iPad Pro models.

Ace up the sleeve

In recent years, the game on the market of low-cost sound cards has reached a new level: the cards began to sound more interesting than the low-cost analogs of 10-15 years ago, and the quality of preamps has completely increased. Therefore, additional weapons go into battle, most often in the format of a serious software package. For example, the Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen comes with 2 DAWs in the basic version at once - Avid Pro Tools First and Ableton Live Lite. The first is respected by sound engineers and directors, the second is adored by electronic musicians. Both, in fact, are the gold standard and in many ways cover the needs of a novice musician. In addition to both DAWs, the bundle includes a package of sound processing plugins from Focusrite itself, Softube, Relab, Brainworx and other famous plugin manufacturers, several guitar amp emulations, Auto-Tune, a couple of synthesizers, as well as excellent keyboards XLN Addictive Keys and a popular virtual drum kit XLN Addictive Drums.

Hitmaker plugins: LANDR - AI Mastering Tool (2-month subscription), Softube Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555, XLN Audio Addictive Keys, XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2: Studio Rock, Antares Auto-Tune Access, Brainworx Bx_console Focusrite SC, Focusrite Red 2 & 3 Plug-in Suite, Relab's LX480 Essentials, Native Instruments MASSIVE, FAST Balancer.