Focusrite Scarlett or Clarett and what's the difference?
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Focusrite Scarlett or Clarett and what's the difference? In this video, we look at what differentiates the Focusrite Scarlett and Focusrite Clarett audio interfaces to help you decide on which to buy.
Buying an audio interface can sometimes be an overwhelming decision to make, however, if you've already decided on Focusrite this video helps explain the differences between the Clarett and Scarlett interfaces and will help you make an informed decision.
The voice-over for the main part of the video was recorded using the Focusrite 2i2 bundle which features Scalrtlett Studio headphones and the Scarlett Studio microphone.
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Also the Claret comes with a optical input.
Hi, thanks for the video. I ve been using the 2i4 2nd gen for a few years and thinking of upgrading. I need a better audio interface with 4 line input at least. Got a few questions :
- Is there a major difference in built in sound quality from the 2i4?
- Do you think this can beat the audient id44?
Thanks
Hi there, thanks for commenting on our video, glad to hear you enjoyed it. The best thing we can recommend if you are interested in upgrading any of your equipment is getting in contact with one of our sales team.
They will be the best people to get in touch with as they will be more than happy to give you the best advice based on your budget, set-up, specifications etc.
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The Audient Evo 8 I just got is just $200, has 4 Audient preamp inputs and 4 outputs, and sounds way better than my Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 3rd gen. It really is a great but inexpensive audio interface and the auto leveling feature works extremely well. I cannot recommend it enough.
Sigh, the most important thing is if the Clarett sounds way better or not and you just spout the basic differences...
it depends on your mic and mixing.
What about a Clarett 2pre vs a Universal Apollo usb? Thinking of getting one of these perhaps to replace my m-track 2x2 interface.
Clarett 😉😎💥
My problem is, that the clarett doesn't have spdif in and output....
I'm totally new to recording. i sing and play acoustic guitar and I would like to record myself singing and playing at the same time. I would like the option to have a separate mic for the guitar and also to record at the same time from the guitar's pickup via a lead, so that I can mix the mic'd and direct input sound. I have an iPad Pro and also a late model hi spec pc laptop. Can you advise on the minimum input requirements I would look for in a device. Would the 2i2 be sufficient or does the 4i4 give me the required inputs (2 for guitar -mic +line in; 1 for voice)? The cost is not a particular concern. Maybe the Claret better offers what I need. I'd appreciate your thoughts!
Hi Iain, thank you for your message. It sounds like you will require a minimum of 4 inputs, so the 2i2 would not be suitable, and the 4i4 may be a better option. So that we can really understand your requirements, you're welcome to email us at sales@studiospares.com and one of the team can get back to with a few various options and help you make a decision. - Enjoy your new recording journey!
Hi all. Just wish to throw my 2 cents in and wish to say that I have a Scarlett 18i20. Just getting into using it and I am very pleased with its performance. I'm happy with it. Doesn't add much to the technical discussion but just an over all comment. Thanks Focusrite for a tremendous product at a tremendous price point. Not a paid endorser! LOL.
Hi Kevin, thanks for commenting on our video! Really glad to hear of your success with the Scarlett 18i20, a truly fantastic bit of kit if we do say so ourselves!
The clarett usb version doesn't have a loopback feature (thunderbolt version does however) in focusrite control which was a deal breaker for me. I don't need super high quality preamps so I went with the scarlett mainly for that reason.
What exacly do you mean? Can you still do an FX loop with the clarett? (I like to play my midi organs - I send it stereo out on outputs 3 and 4 to my 3 strymons [mobius, bigsky and timeline], then send it back stereo to the front inputs and then with output 1 and 2 to my adam monitors.) With the scarlett and cubase you can do it and hear the result live while playing (cubase dircet monitor) and also after recording the midi you can loop it, sit down at the FX chain and change the sounds while you hear it.
I thought about switching to the clarett, just cause they said the preamp might sound so much better. But if I cant have an FX loop, i might as well stick with my 4i4....
@@marcusstrymon693 Yeah you should be able to do that. I was referring to the loopback feature. It's a feature that lets you basically record audio being played from your computer (like from an internet browser, skype, or some other program that you want the audio from).
@@MarcusSt0ne you Can Do dors loopbackb STUFF with some softwares , you dont need audio interface hardware for that .
Hi and thanks. Simplistic question I realise, but would you say the Clarett is good enough to make a professionally recorded song / album. Or would a UAD Twin or an RME Babyface Pro be better suited to the job.
Ultimately, the decision is down to you on personal preference, and what you require in terms of inputs and functionality... but there is absolutely no reason you cannot create a professional-quality recording with a Clarett or a Scarlett. They're fantastic interfaces and more than up to the task.
@@StudiosparesTV Great thanks!
thinking of trading my scarlett 6i6 v2 for a claret 2pre but think I would miss the second headphone jack.
Hello there, thank you checking out our video. They are both great units. It's worth considering using a headphone amp to solve your issue. We have a fantastic selection of products on our website www.studiospares.com
Would the 4i4 be solid enough to use a pair of Adam's a7x monitors?
Hi there, thanks for the comment. Yes the 4i4 would definitely be able to be used with a pair of A7X monitors. If you need any advice please don't hesitate to get in touch with one of the Studiospares sales team.
I have this exact setup. Goddamit the A7X are so fantastic. However i think about upgrading to the clarett, i am not shure if it really sounds so much better?
The Clarett comes with an ADAT - Input, so 8 additional inputs are given. It was the main reason for me to search for a new interface the last weeks. It was a head to head race between the Clarett and the Apollo Twin... In a direct vs. test the difference was extreme hard to hear, so the simplified background was the winning point for the Clarett. No DSP on board, nothing that could have negative influence in the signal path, just pure clarity...so the name is defined with Clarett? And the "Air" function is just an EQ - thing in the software, no extra chip.
Hi there, thanks for the comment. The Clarett series are fantastic! The ADAT in and transparent nature of the preamps make it the perfect choice for hooking up your favourite mic pre's/outboard equipment. The air function can also add a nice lift to brighten up certain 'colour' microphones which is a handy option to have and always worth a press to see if it adds anything.
How can it have 8 inputs? I would love to have 8 Inputs for occasional drum recording. However as i normally only need 2 inputs and 4 outputs I also would love my IF to be small and not need too much space on my desk.
@@marcusstrymon693 You can use additional hardware with 8 inputs to connect it via ADAT-connection...
@@StudioBonn If I chose to do so ( so we record drums wit say 6 mics)
Do i then have all the 6 mics as seperate tracks in my daw so i can mix each drum element for itself? Which kind of hardwere for instance? (if yiu maybe know any device?)
This would be grat for me, in this case i could buy the claret and if i ever chose to record some live stuff, i can easily get me the additional devices
@@marcusstrymon693 Ohh....good question. The additional inputs will displayed in the software-mixer.
So it should be routed in your DAW to get individual software outputs... I haven't try that, but I can test it next weekend...(this week I have night shift...)
I have a cheap Behringer in use for my setup, a ADA8200 will be the new version for 165,00€. Other manufacturers 650,00€ plus...
Or the more elegant way: the Clarett 8 pre for 722,00€ incl. software...
Great presentation. Cheers
Thank you! Cheers!
It's always nice when the video mentions that the audio in the video is from the device being talked about. However, why was it recorded with only 1 of the 2 being talked about? Surely, it would've been better to have something like the first half recorded with interface 1 while the 2nd half was recorded with interface 2. That would've given people a sample of how both sound.
At the end of the video he says that the audio was recorded with a 2i2 interface, so we are not hearing the sound of EITHER of the review items. Looking at the spec sheets for both, I don't think that the higher frequency response and max input levels will make any practical difference; human hearing only goes up to about 16kHz, even before you spend years listening to music at too high a level
@@MrFlint51 They were using a Scarlett (2i2, as stated) interface, so, it will have the same preamps/converters as the pictured 4i4. The point I was making was, it would have been nice to have both scarlett AND clarett used for the voiceover recordings. People watching the video could have then gone back to compare the two recordings for differences. Using just one was a missed opportunity.
Also, regarding the sound, specs don't tell the story. The two interfaces are quite different sounding - I owned a Scarlett and upgraded to a Clarett, so, I know how different the sound of the preamps as well as the converters are.
@@imdurc Thank you for the comment. A valid point, but we intended to provide a specification overview of the two ranges from Focusrite and highlight the differences between the two. Excellent observation, though. We aim to make comparisons when are where possible, but we're sure there are already more in-depth comparisons already on TH-cam.
Stupid ideea for this video. Hate arrogant people who think that they are great teachers or reviewers. Dislike button instantly!
there is some difference in the conversion part a.d d.a?
Hi Daniel, thanks for the comment, the Scarlett 2i2 has 111dB AD and 108dB DA 'A-Weighted' 24-bit conversion at 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 or 192 kHz sample rates. Whereas the Clarett has Class leading 118 dB AD and 119 dB DA 'A-weighted' 24-bit conversion at 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 or 192 kHz.
Scarlett uses CirrusLogic converters. Clarett uses AKM converters.
I'm saving up for the claret pre 4
Hi, did you ever get your Claret? Have you seen the new Clarett+? www.studiospares.com/focusrite-clarett-4pre-392410.htm
If I connect an xlr cable to only one port of 4i4 and start recording, then will there be a noise caused by the other xlr input due to a common 48v button?
Hi there, nope, don't worry. If you're only using one channel you shouldn't have any noise coming from the other input.
@@StudiosparesTV Thanks for helping 😊🙏
If Claret had optical out i would consider buying it.
@fu J i ve heard some great comments about Motu...
well im a linux user and sadly clarett have some software switches for air and inst. so its not an option for me
We're sorry to hear that’s not an option for you! if you want some advice, contact one of our sales reps at sales@studiospares.com. I'm sure they will find you exactly what you need!
Both are good. Scarlett is cheaper. Thanks ^_^
So baisiccly the clarett Will make your monitors sound better
Por favor pon subtítulos en español.
Aprende inglés estamos en el 2020...
Eru Covas jajajajaja!
The clarett is in another league with its discrete preamp and better converter than that Scarlett it's even better than uad Apollo apogee and rme the preamp and converters is similar to the prism sound Lyra it even better than Orion antelope pro tools see it as a hd system interface
Hi there, thanks for the comment. We agree the Clarett is an excellent bit of kit. There are differences between the two interfaces, and it's interesting to hear your findings after using the gear. If you need anything in the future, we're more than just spares.
@@StudiosparesTV yes im greatfull to hear you replied thanks for the offer im a home studio owner and would like your help on anything for my recording studio setups thanks
Is there any difference between the octapre and the 8x and all the versions of the clarrett 8 mic pre interface
So you are telling me that the Clarrett is better overall than the UAD Apollo right? It's more on track with the Lyra?
@@odnoy So dont buy the apollo and buy the clarrett? Under what circumstances should you buy each?
Thanks for not showing me the difference between the things I was looking to be shown the difference of
@@StudiosparesTV I dont think it was
@@skylerthacreator We are sorry that this video didn't cover what you were after. Our wonderful sales team are always on hand to answer any further questions you may need at sales@studiospares.com
@@StudiosparesTV It was a while ago, I think I wanted to hear the differences
I was hoping you might tell me how the preamps in the Clarett are better than the Scarlett, or how they sound different to one another. Instead you just read the features and specs of each, which I could have read online. Disappointing
Hey Nick, I'm sorry to hear that this video did not offer what you were looking for. We will certainly take this on board when producing our videos in the future. Do you currently use any Focusrite products, if not which interface are you using?
Reviews on Scarlett vs clarett says no big difference
Reviews on Scarlett vs presonus 96 says no big différence.
So presonu vs clarett => no big difference.