The $169.99 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (3rd Gen) is a simple recording solution that connects to your computer via USB-C and provides stereo quarter-inch inputs that double as XLR inputs for mics.

Scarlett Solo and Scarlett 2i2 can be used with USB-C iPad Pro devices in fully mobile, bus-powered mode over several hours. However, Focusrite recommends using a powered connection wherever possible.

With its third generation, the Scarlett 2i2 by Focusrite continues to build upon the long legacy of quality preamps and innovation with direct monitoring, LED level indicators, and AIR mode.

This third generation of the Scarlett 2i2 has an increased gain level and an option to use Focusrite’s Air preamp sound which emulates the technology found in Focusrite’s legendary ISA ...

The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 and Focusrite Scarlett Solo are both audio interfaces, offering up recording and playback functionalities, and they both come in a lovely shade of shiny red. Or scarlet, ...

The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is a simple stereo input box that's ideal for recording and mixing both music and podcasts. I've been a contributing editor for PCMag since 2011. Before that, I was ...