Sacerlett 4I4 GEN 4

The Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 Gen 4 is a 4-in/4-out USB-C audio interface from the fourth generation of Focusrite's popular Scarlett range. It is designed for professional recording at home or in a small studio, and for musicians, podcasters and streamers who need a flexible, high-quality device.

1. Compact, practical design

The Scarlett 4i4 Gen 4 has a modern, rugged design with Focusrite's signature red-painted metal casing.

At just 180 x 130 x 60 mm and around 0.79 kg, it is easy to take on the road or to set up permanently in a compact workspace.

The front panel has two XLR/TRS combo inputs with built-in preamps, gain knobs, and Air, Auto Gain and Clip Safe buttons.

The rear panel has two TRS line inputs, four balanced TRS outputs, MIDI In/Out, USB-C and a separate 5V DC power input (optional).

This layout makes it quick to connect microphones, instruments, MIDI gear or studio monitors.

2. Impressive audio performance

Focusrite has taken the Scarlett 4i4 Gen 4 further with major upgrades:

• 4th-generation preamps: 69 dB of clean, detailed gain – enough even for low-output dynamic mics, with ultra-low distortion (THD+N: -100 dB).
• Upgraded Air mode: recreates a sense of high-end sparkle and harmonic drive, great for recording vocals, acoustic instruments or overheads.
• AD/DA conversion from RedNet technology: up to 120 dB of dynamic range, capturing sound faithfully down to the smallest detail.

• Auto Gain + Clip Safe: automatically sets the ideal recording level and protects against peaks – no more worrying about distorted takes.
• Dynamic Gain Halos: LED rings show signal levels at a glance – simple and clear for users of every level.
• Hi-Z inputs: ideal for guitar and bass – recording feels like plugging straight into an amp.
• High-quality headphone output: a custom headphone amp with independent level control that drives high-impedance headphones well.

3. Standout features and bundled software

The Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 Gen 4 comes packed with features and software to get the most out of it:

• Versatile connectivity with true 4 inputs / 4 outputs:
  
  • 2 XLR/TRS combo inputs (mic/inst/line)
  • 2 rear TRS line inputs
  • 4 TRS line outputs with flexible routing
• MIDI In/Out: connect synths, controllers and drum machines with ease.

• Loopback: record audio from apps such as Zoom, Spotify, Chrome... into your DAW – extremely useful for streamers and producers.
• Sample rates up to 192kHz/24-bit – high-end studio standard.
• Ultra-low latency: run plugins in real time without built-in DSP.

• Easy Start: smart setup guide – ideal for beginners.
• Focusrite Control 2: control software for adjusting routing, volume and mixes directly.
• Comes with the Hitmaker Expansion bundle: Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools Artist (3 months), FL Studio (6 months), plus plugins from Antares, Softube, XLN Audio, Landr

4. Real-world uses

The Scarlett 4i4 Gen 4 suits many different needs:

• Musicians & producers: record several sources at once in fine detail.
• Podcasters & streamers: intuitive interface, clear sound, easy integration with MIDI gear and professional microphones.
• Home & professional studios: premium hardware combined with powerful control software for a flexible workflow.
• Mobile performance & music-making: compact size and convenient USB bus power for use on the go.