Focusrite announces "Scarlett Solo" 2-in/2-out USB interface

Focusrite has announced Scarlett Solo, their most affordable Scarlett audio interface.

Compact and simple, Scarlett Solo is still every bit a Scarlett, with a dynamic range of 106dB and enviable noise and distortion performance. It has the same preamp quality and signature red metal case as the rest of the range; the only difference is the size - and the price.

Here's what they say: "No matter their experience level, everyone can appreciate good sound. That's the driving force behind the Scarlett range - to create the best sounding interface for every budget. For Focusrite, sound is everything."

Features:

• 2-in/2-out USB interface.
• 106dB dynamic range, -125dB EIN and -97dB THD.
• Genuine Focusrite Scarlett mic pre.
• High headroom instrument input: +14dBu.
• 24-bit audio with sample rates up to 96kHz.
• Direct latency-free monitoring.

Front panel:

• 1 mic input – high quality XLR.
• 1 line/instrument input – high quality ¼" TRS Jack.
• 1 Line/Instrument switches.
• 2 Gain knobs.
• 2 Gain halo signal indicators.
• 48V Phantom power switch.
• Direct monitor switch.
• Large monitor / headphone level dial.
• USB Connection LED indicator.
• Headphone output - ¼" TRS Jack.

Rear panel:

• 2 monitor outputs – RCA Phono.
• USB 2.0 Port.
• Kensington Lock slot.

Included software:

• Ableton Live Lite.
• Focusrite Scarlett plug-in suite.
• Novation Bass Station plug-in – VST / AU.
• 1GB of Loopmasters samples.

MSRP: $125.99 / $99.99 at dealers.