Experts recommend Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen more than Solid State Logic SSL2+
As of 10 Jan 2025, experts prefer Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen over Solid State Logic SSL2+, but both Audio Interfaces have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen received 3 recommendations: from bandpioneer.com (24 Aug 2024), Music Radar (24 Oct 2024) and soundref.com (1 Jan 2024). Solid State Logic SSL2+ was also endorsed 3 times: by Sweetwater (14 Mar 2022), Music Radar (24 Oct 2024) and soundref.com (1 Jan 2024). However, experts generally ranked Solid State Logic SSL2+ lower than Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| 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  |
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| 2 | - | $200 |  Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
| 7 | - | $349 |  Solid State Logic SSL2+ The Solid State Logic SSL2+ audio interface is a versatile and high-quality option for musicians, podcasters, and content creators, offering a range of input and output options, high-quality preamps, low-latency input monitoring, and powerful digital processing tools. | - | - | - | - | 11 | - | - | 6 | 6 | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 24 Oct 2024 Music Radar ranked Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen as #1 and Solid State Logic SSL2+ as #6
Rank Audio Interface Comment #1 out of 8 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen The Best Audio Interface For Recording At Home... ... ... #6 out of 8 Solid State Logic SSL2+ The best for audio interface for tracking vocals... ... ... Source: www.musicradar.com - On 1 Jan 2024 soundref.com ranked Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen as #1 and Solid State Logic SSL2+ as #6
Rank Audio Interface Comment #1 out of 7 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Best Overall Audio Interface... ... ... #6 out of 7 Solid State Logic SSL2+ Best interface for iconic heritage... ... ... Source: soundref.com - On 24 Aug 2024 bandpioneer.com ranked Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen as #1
Rank Audio Interface #1 out of 5 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen ... ... Source: bandpioneer.com - On 14 Mar 2022 Sweetwater ranked Solid State Logic SSL2+ as #11
Rank Audio Interface ... ... #11 out of 19 Solid State Logic SSL2+ ... ... Source: www.sweetwater.com
After counting and adding up the 83 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen outranks Solid State Logic SSL2+. This is not to say that Solid State Logic SSL2+ is a bad option. Like Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen, it is recommended by experts, but less.
| 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 |
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| 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
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| 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 |
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Expert reviews [4]
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 4
- The new generation of the artist's interface: Connect your mic to Scarlett's 4th Gen mic pres. Plug in your guitar. Fire up the included software. Start making your first big hit.
- Studio-quality sound: With a huge 120dB dynamic range, the newest generation of Scarlett uses the same converters as Focusrite’s flagship interfaces, found in the world's biggest studios.
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- 2-In/4-Out USB Audio Interface
- 2 x SSL-designed microphone preamps with unrivalled noise performance and gain range for a USB-powered device
- Legacy 4K - analogue colour enhancement for any input source, inspired by classic SSL consoles
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