Experts recommend Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 more than Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre
As of 10 Jan 2025, experts prefer Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 over Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre, but both Audio Interfaces have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 received 4 recommendations: from hollyland.com (5 Jul 2024), Wirecutter (3 Dec 2024) Musician on a Mission (22 Jan 2020) and 1 other. By contrast, Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre received only 1 recommendation from Sweetwater (14 Mar 2022).
| Rank | Change | Price | Audio Interface | hollyland.com  | bandpioneer.com  | Wirecutter  | Musician on a Mission  | Sweetwater  | Your Guitar Brain  | EDM Sauce  | Music Radar  | soundref.com  | producelikeapro.com  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | Check price |  Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 audio interface is a versatile and reliable device with low latency levels, upgraded preamp design, and a new Air mode that enhances high-end detail, making it a great choice for solo artists and mobile recording. | 1 | - | 1 | 2 | - | 1 | - | - | - | - |
| 51 | N/A | $481 |  Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre The Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre audio interface is a versatile and powerful device with exceptional preamps, low latency, and a range of input and output options, making it ideal for musicians, podcasters, and content creators who require high-quality audio recording and production capabilities. | - | - | - | - | 10 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 14 Mar 2022 Sweetwater ranked Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre as #10
Rank Audio Interface ... ... #10 out of 19 Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre ... ... Source: www.sweetwater.com - On 5 Jul 2024 hollyland.com ranked Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 as #1
Rank Audio Interface #1 out of 5 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 ... ... Source: www.hollyland.com - On 3 Dec 2024 Wirecutter ranked Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 as #1
Rank Audio Interface Comment #1 out of 5 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Best for musicians... ... ... Source: www.nytimes.com - On 22 Jan 2020 Musician on a Mission ranked Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 as #2
Rank Audio Interface Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 12 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Recommended for Solo Artists and Mobile Recording... ... ... Source: www.musicianonamission.com - Your Guitar Brain ranked Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 as #1
Rank Audio Interface Comment #1 out of 7 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Best for: Budget Buy... ... ... Source: yourguitarbrain.com
After counting and adding up the 83 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 outranks Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre. This is not to say that Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre is a bad option. Like Focusrite Scarlett 2i2, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Focusrite Clarett+ 2Pre is not.
| Rank | Change | Price | Audio Interface | hollyland.com | bandpioneer.com | Wirecutter | Musician on a Mission | Sweetwater | Your Guitar Brain | EDM Sauce | Music Radar | soundref.com | producelikeapro.com |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | Check price | Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 audio interface is a versatile and reliable device with low latency levels, upgraded preamp design, and a new Air mode that enhances high-end detail, making it a great choice for solo artists and mobile recording. | 1 | - | 1 | 2 | - | 1 | - | - | - | - |
| 2 | - | $200 |  Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
| 3 | - | $100 |  PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 The PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 is a versatile and reliable audio interface with low latency, high-quality mic preamps, and compatibility with almost all recording software, making it an excellent choice for musicians, podcasters, and other audio professionals. | 3 | 3 | - | 1 | 15 | - | 4 | - | - | - |
| 4 | - | $199 |  UA Volt 2 The UA Volt 2 audio interface is a versatile and high-quality device with low latency, two preamps based on the classic Universal Audio 610 tube preamp, and essential audio software, making it a reliable option for recording musicians, podcasters, and streamers. | - | 2 | 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3 |
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Expert reviews [4]
Total expert reviews: 4
- with a score: 1
- without a score: 3
| Highest score by Equipboard | 100 |
| Average score based on 4 reviews | 100 |
| Lowest score by Equipboard | 100 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [17]
Total expert reviews: 17
- with a score: 5
- without a score: 12
| Highest score by makebeats101.com | 100 |
| Average score based on 17 reviews | 88 |
| Lowest score by GuitarFella | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- Two professional quality Clarett⁺ preamps Capture clear and powerful recordings with preamps that bring masses of headroom, low distortion and ultra-low noise
- Make vocals shine with All-analogue Air Premium, relay-controlled analogue circuitry on every preamp emulates the classic ISA 110 by switching the impedance to 2.2kΩ and adding two cumulative high shelves, totaling a 4dB boost in the high frequencies
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From Seller:
- High quality mic preamps
- Excellent digital performance
- Rugged metal unibody case
- Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB audio interface, truly portable interface
- Includes an authorization code for Ableton Live Lite, Scarlett Plug-in Suite (RTAS/AU/VST), Red 2 & Red 3 Plug-in Suite (AAX/AU/VST), the Softube Time and Tone Bundle, Novation Bass Station, and 1GB of Loopmasters samples
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