Focusrite Clarett 2Pre USB - REVIEW (audio performance tested)

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  • @fletcherbrown728
    @fletcherbrown728 4 ปีที่แล้ว +234

    Exactly what a perfect gear review should look and sound like. You replaced the “yo, hey dude, what’s up TH-cam” with detailed information, backed up with technical documentation. Well done. New subscriber here.

    • @lmo613
      @lmo613 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Exactly, Nothing is worst when seeking important information than to have a clown calling you "YO! or TH-cam".

    • @coloaten6682
      @coloaten6682 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Completely agree. So many reviewers actually believe the review is all about them, rather than the equipment they are supposed to be reviewing. New subscriber here as well! Well done, Julian :)

    • @idanmorim1946
      @idanmorim1946 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Was just thinking that. Terrific job

    • @TrggrWarning
      @TrggrWarning 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yo hey dudes these are the types of comments I want to read around here!

  • @FlynnIsAlive
    @FlynnIsAlive 4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Your videos are seriously amazing, thank you so much!

  • @Ram.Saketh
    @Ram.Saketh 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the highly technical review - helped me make a decision based on this review!

  • @davidbrucemusicvideo
    @davidbrucemusicvideo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I’m so impressed with this video, I actually sent it, along with pictures of the graphs that you put here, to my sales technician at Sweetwater sound in America. I own this unit, the 2016 thunderbolt version, and I’m amazed at how good it sounds, especially as I’m working on my next album in my studio right now. But this makes me appreciate it even more! Thank you for an amazing and very well laid out video!

    • @JulianKrause
      @JulianKrause  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you for the nice comment!

    • @davidbrucemusicvideo
      @davidbrucemusicvideo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@JulianKrause Thank you for the nice video!

  • @Ram.Saketh
    @Ram.Saketh 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the highly technical review - helped me to make a decision!

  • @billschnake6378
    @billschnake6378 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I thought this was a great review. You covered everything about the interface in an easy to understand way. I had been wondering about purchasing the 2Pre's big brother either the 4Pre or 8Pre. I have decided to go with the 8Pre for additional inputs. Thanks again for doing such a well thought out and organized review.

  • @KASA852
    @KASA852 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Holy shit. This was an incredibly detailed review. I'm genuinely in awe. Thanks so much!

  • @austinpoznoski3083
    @austinpoznoski3083 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    this is legit one of the best product review videos ive ever seen. the amount of depth you went into and the clarity with which you explained everything was extremely impressive. definitely earned a new subscriber! :)

  • @WycliffStudios
    @WycliffStudios 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why are your reviews so perfect? I watched your video before buying my first Focusrite 2i2 interface and I'm pretty happy about it.

  • @justicemoody
    @justicemoody 4 ปีที่แล้ว +132

    This dude could out-stare a Cat.

  • @cozmovox
    @cozmovox 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I come from a scarlett interface and I recently upgaded to the clarett range. This is one of the most significant improvements I've had in my studio.....if you are serious about recording you should get at least that quality of preamps and converters. My first impression : I can record much louder without the low end mudding out and the high end hurting my ears. I seem to get more out of my other preamps , my mics and outboard gear because I have a better image AND I make better mixing decisions which ends up in an overall better result than ever before.

    • @EM-km8em
      @EM-km8em 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How you liking this Clarett so far ?

    • @cozmovox
      @cozmovox 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@EM-km8em I've got 16 ins and outs now (interface + adat device). It's flawless.....They have become more expensive now.

    • @ctrlaltcreate3827
      @ctrlaltcreate3827 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cozmovox how would it compare to the scarlet solo 3rd gen?

    • @cozmovox
      @cozmovox 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ctrlaltcreate3827 As I already stated : BETTER SOUND QUALITY. But also MORE EXPENSIVE :-)

    • @ctrlaltcreate3827
      @ctrlaltcreate3827 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cozmovox thanks for the answer man! I’m gonna milk this Solo gen 3 until the wheels fall off and save for something professional down the line 👍🏾

  • @JulienMARY
    @JulienMARY ปีที่แล้ว

    That's THE channel for technical review. Sharp, clear and no bla-bla. Thanks for hard work.

  • @howiecampbellmusic
    @howiecampbellmusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad to have found your review, Julian. I actually just received my Clarett 2Pre USB and was just about to test drive it. You gave me confidence in my choice. Can't wait to check out the headphone output. Looking forward to viewing more of your reviews. Great job.

  • @johnkotches8320
    @johnkotches8320 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Happened upon your channel in the usual way... Searching for a review. I enjoy the direct, fact driven reviews.

  • @danio5191
    @danio5191 4 ปีที่แล้ว +114

    You should list all the interfaces with their input performance listed in a spreadsheet like you do with the headphone outputs, it would help to directly compare everything you've tested at a glance

  • @EdoDijkgraaf
    @EdoDijkgraaf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Finally a box that comes with a Fethead recommendation. Sort of. Do you know what would be cool? An annual overview. The measurements have already been taken. It is nice if you compare the devices.
    Love your German approach. Takes me back to the days I read the latest reviews in Auto, Motor und Sport.

  • @Gregg0Palmer
    @Gregg0Palmer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great review! You do the most complete reviews of anyone on the web.Thanks...

  • @Bparker111
    @Bparker111 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey, thank you. Seeing actual data and comparisons is super helpful and severely lacking in most reviews. Much appreciated! Definitely going to share this info.

  • @WackorMiki
    @WackorMiki 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    4pre user for a couple of years here. Based on practical experience I can completely verify the result of your video. This unit is face melting, except for the headphone amps. I had no idea that high impedance headphones produce no issues with it so thanks for the hint mate. Your channel and in general your mission in this channel is absolutely golden!

  • @bensherwood777
    @bensherwood777 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your channel. It's all about the data and performance without the unnecessary personal comments and marketing pressure. You're great at what you do! Bravo

  • @FatNorthernBigot
    @FatNorthernBigot 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a precise review. All the info you need.
    If you put a drum machine over Julian's voice, it's like listening to Kraftwerk... 🎵"Fun, Fun, Fun mit der Focusrite" 🎵 Ausgezeichnete Bewertung!

  • @kquat7899
    @kquat7899 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is what I like to see. A proper gear review.

  • @Mionwang
    @Mionwang 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm so glad i found this channel before I bought my first audio interface (NI Komplete Audio) last year! Can't stress it enough how good the content is!

  • @Andre_2099
    @Andre_2099 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Definitely the best audio equipment reviews around, the careful detail in the headphone output is VERY welcome! I'm so tired of people asking if an interface can drive higher impedance headphones and the reply is "sure", when we know it's not always the case. Thank you. :)

    • @massivebeatzz
      @massivebeatzz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      yeah, the power on these headphone amps is insane! Especially the new Clarett ++.

  • @willstrattonmusic
    @willstrattonmusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great analysis. I'd be very interested to see what you think of the Arturia AudioFuse line, especially the AudioFuse Studio.

  • @MarceloFernandezMusic
    @MarceloFernandezMusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just found your reviews and they are definitely the best reviews I have ever found, precise, detailed and really helpful. Congratulations with your channel, new sub here 😄👏👏

  • @gutohoffmann
    @gutohoffmann 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really do believe you make the most valuable reviews of audio gear on youtube!

  • @espedale
    @espedale 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent review. Love the depth and breadth of this very scientific evaluation!

  • @TheSubstrance
    @TheSubstrance 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much for this! Now I know it was a good investment to get this interface.

  • @zdravkodimitrov
    @zdravkodimitrov 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    More frequent videos, please! Can't get enough of them!

  • @jonljacobi
    @jonljacobi 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the granularity of you reviews. Excellent.

  • @tkermi
    @tkermi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, thanks for the info! Based on recording samples I have heard Clarett has really good transient performance and clean highs (great for drums etc.).

  • @БуровойМастер-у3н
    @БуровойМастер-у3н 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for your job!!! Waiting for test RODE-AI- 1.Very inreresting to know little bit more details about it.

    • @MrNickdino
      @MrNickdino 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am curious about that one as well, it comes in a bundle with their nt1 microphone doesn't it?

    • @БуровойМастер-у3н
      @БуровойМастер-у3н 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MrNickdino Yes. But you can buy it as single device.

  • @dwftube
    @dwftube 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review as always. Have to say this is the best I've heard the SM7b - it usually sounds a bit flat and dull. Here, even with the 'Air Mode' off it sounds clearer than I have heard it before.

  • @Paweland
    @Paweland 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank You for great review I am thinking of purchase this interface at soon future , best regards :)

  • @Ishai1
    @Ishai1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The Focusrite Scarlet 2i2 3rd gen was the first audio interface I had that would send spikes to my monitors when my turning my computer on/off. Never had that problem with other interfaces, including some cheaper ones. Their support said this is how it's designed and their more expensive interfaces don't have that problem. Maybe this Clarett is one of those more expensive interfaces, but the company lost my business for not having a simple protection for the equipment that plugs into their products.
    So, this may be a great interface but beware, and check to make sure it doesn't have that same issue while you can still return it. Especially if you have good monitors

  • @MixAtölyesi
    @MixAtölyesi ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been following you for a long time and I'm subscribing to your channel, thanks bro, love from turkey.

  • @acapitusomaari5816
    @acapitusomaari5816 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    your reviews are one of a kind; highly informative and concise.

  • @arjednb
    @arjednb 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Incredible work you put into this, maximum respect. Great review.

  • @lionheartroar3104
    @lionheartroar3104 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your expertise is very appreciated. Thank you.

  • @konradzlu5h
    @konradzlu5h 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dear Julian I just pray for the Universal Audio Apollo Twin USB review and test! You perform the greatest reliable tests on YT! Let your equipment soak in the great quality of sound!

  • @frankjerke
    @frankjerke 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Arturia AudioFuse Rev2 is a very interesting USB Interface with lots of options - I might buy this one soon

  • @yona9798
    @yona9798 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great review! it's a bummer I don't currently have the money to buy a Clarett. I'd love a review of the Audient id14 mkII and IK Multimedia AXE I/O at some point in the near future.
    I need a new interface mainly for recording guitar and bass. I was already considering the AXE I/O and the Motu M2 when the id14 mkII came out and it's expandability is very enticing.
    From what I've read so far the id14 seems to be an exceptionally capable interface in general and it is made by a well respected brand, so I feel like alot of people would benefit from a review.
    Thanks :D

    • @TheHypeCom
      @TheHypeCom 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am currently deciding between the clarett 2 pre and the Audient id14 mk2 and I think a review by Julian would help a lot in deciding between the two.
      Atm the clarett seems to be a little more convenient with the option to power it even without a usbc capable computer and it also having a dedicated power switch. If the aufient outshines it performance wise I’d go for the id14 though

    • @yona9798
      @yona9798 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheHypeCom that's a difficult one. Tbh I was also thinking about upgrading to the id14 mk2 when it came out, because it seems to be superior to most other interfaces by a long shot (especially if adat is of any importance to you. The Clarett does have adat too, but it's quite a bit more expensive where I live). I do have usb C, making it even more appealing.
      Another important point for you might be availability. At least where I live the mk2 was sold out in little under a day and will likely be unavailable for another 1-2 months.
      good luck finding the right interface :D

  • @catsfan2937
    @catsfan2937 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Julian! I've been looking forward to this one since I started watching your reviews

  • @levirphillips
    @levirphillips 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just realised I am sat here wearing the same jumper. 😂 Great review Julian, thank you!

  • @Not-Only-Reaper-Tutorials
    @Not-Only-Reaper-Tutorials 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent! Thank you for this test I desired to get and the better device testing. Great!

  • @AHOY_MATEY
    @AHOY_MATEY 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude this was a brilliant review. Very thorough. Too much for me, but appreciated all the same. Thank you.

  • @gordospeti
    @gordospeti ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am always glad to watch your honest scientific reviews. It is clear you have been putting lots of efforts into them, thanx for that! I think this is the best audio interface I can indulge in. Two questions: Based upon your vid this certain audio interface works better with high impedance headphones. What impedance headphones should I buy for best performances? / Though the device has Mic/Line combo inputs, I have been advised to use mic level with a DI before the input it for better sounds when I play with either an acoustic electric or an electric guitar. I really am interested in your opinion! Please, thanx very much!

  • @drewwilliams2411
    @drewwilliams2411 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It would be interesting to see what the test results are for the upgraded Clarett+ model

  • @911bass
    @911bass 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great reviews!!! I'd love to see a review of the UAD Twin Duo.

  • @kristapspucens
    @kristapspucens 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    And this is how you review audio gear! Thank you!

  • @josuesebastianlorenzo9049
    @josuesebastianlorenzo9049 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    love your work man!! huge detailed! thanks!

  • @lance134679
    @lance134679 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the review. I kind of thought Focusrite would ensure high quality throughout on the Clarett series since they're charging more for them. For me, the main drawback is lack of digital ins and out, which would allow one to use it as a stand alone converter, but as a USB interface, it seems like a safe bet, even for serious projects.

  • @pencilguin
    @pencilguin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hello Julian - your channel and your review strategy is awesome! You gave me everything I needed to make a decision about which interface was best for me today. It's brilliant how you let the interfaces and the measurements speak for themselves, rather than relying on your own subjective interpretations - you make it so we can hear the darn things and make our own decisions. That is simply and exactly what we need. Thank you so much!

  • @johnhernlund539
    @johnhernlund539 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    A very solid review. I have a Clarett 4Pre and I use it with the SM7B and Cloudlifter, it works exactly as you described for the 2Pre. I have been monitoring with low impedance headphones and I also notice the distortion creeping in, exactly like you described in your HP noise analysis (I've since changed over to another HP amp). It seems that no audio interface you've measured is perfect, there is always some trade-off. However, the quality of the pre-amps and ADC in the Focusrite Clarett line is superb, and that is the most important factor for me personally.

  • @RonnieLeBlancMusic
    @RonnieLeBlancMusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You rock man! Totally on point! Just what I needed. Thank you for doing this. So Which interface would you go with after all of these tests? Peace!

  • @POWPLANET
    @POWPLANET 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Julian, really loved your detailed review!!! Are you planning to do a review for the newly released Audient iD14 MK2?

  • @greul_vietii
    @greul_vietii 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Can you do a review of the latest Clarett+ 2pre and compare with this previous model?

    • @JTCPingas
      @JTCPingas 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes. Would love to see the Clarett+ 2Pre.

    • @massivebeatzz
      @massivebeatzz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Even better. Headphone amp is something else. SO good. On pro headphones of course.

  • @techmed-rainer
    @techmed-rainer 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video was very helpful, thank you very much, Julian!
    As I use headphones for monitoring and mixing with an impedance of 300 Ohm, the Claret maybe a good choice for me.

  • @zombiemachinery4868
    @zombiemachinery4868 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for reviewing my baby.

  • @RemyRAD
    @RemyRAD 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey there Julian!
    That was an excellent review of the Focusrite, audio gizmos. With that super special Air button. That since you showed the frequency response plot of. Now I know. I don't think I shall be getting myself a Focusrite. Because that looks like bullshit to me. And I certainly didn't appreciate the way it sounded. Was that supposed to sound better? Really? Not for me.
    So at least you helped me to eliminate,, something, that which, I was considering.
    It was also interesting to note. It follows the, 2 stage, Neve microphone preamp concept. As no pad switch is available to engage. Since you really can't overload an, only, 20 DB gain preamp. From the following additional gain boost section. Which isn't offering up that much more. Then an additional 20-40 DB.
    And therefore that all important first stage preamp. Never changes its, character, texture. By changing the negative feedback loop. As one does. In a classic, single stage, microphone preamp design. That will then require a pad switch. And I like those much better! Because you get a change of the texture as you change the gain. It's magical. When you understand what it's doing and how. Sometimes it almost sounds like you have, inserted. An equalizer and a limiter. And you have inserted, nothing. Other than a smile.
    So what you really want. It is a computer audio interface device. That can accommodate line level inputs of up to, +24 dbM up through +32 dbM. Before they start clipping at the inputs! And you're just not going to find any. They all clip out at +20 or so. Though there are those that won't. When you can patch right into the, analog to digital encoder chip. And bypass all of their other bullshit input electronics.
    Then you can plug something good into it like a real Neve or API couple of gizmos. And not be clipping everything out. Which is all I keep hearing today. You don't know it's clipping out. Because it's clipping at the inputs. And the clips are all rolled off at the outputs. So they don't look like clips. But I know what I'm listening to.
    Hey so I got this Metric Halo gizmo for a gift. A very nice gift. But I don't do Macintosh. But in a call to Metric Halo. They told me to do just that if I was going to be plugging in my Neve console. Yes a whole one. A big one. A better one than, Sound City. Because Rupert Neve told me so. Years ago when I got mine in 1996. And clipping at the inputs of all of these digital converters, seems to me to be, de rigueur. Without most of you dummies realizing it. Because you got the good stuff! And you're not looking any red lights. Right. You're not. They don't show you the clips. At the inputs. It's tragically laughable.
    I've not only serviced this stuff for over 50 years. I've designed and built this stuff. For some of the most legendary manufacturers. And my own designs and builds. It's up there with the very best. Because it had to be. You can't deliver anything less than your best. And you know who you have to best.
    And so the only way to get good with this. Is to just do it. You just do it. You learn by doing. You need to make your own mistakes. You need to learn from your mistakes. You can be a monkey and just watch TH-cam videos. Or you can just teach yourself.
    The very best like me. We taught ourselves. And I am the very best.
    RemyRAD

  • @darrellroseborough7275
    @darrellroseborough7275 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Julian my friend you're the best! I owned the Claret Pre since it first came out and had nothing but great recordings since. You explain everything in detail not all the gibberish but straight up graphics to back everything up. keep up the good work.

  • @guilhermeaugusto2649
    @guilhermeaugusto2649 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Julian! Keep up with this amazing work.

  • @monadyne
    @monadyne 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best review of anything ever.

  • @asteen75
    @asteen75 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good review! Thank you Julian.

  • @deszczak
    @deszczak 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing as always! Thank you!

  • @mambalakeproductions759
    @mambalakeproductions759 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great objective review, thanks

  • @excessivity
    @excessivity 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You have my favorite reviews

  • @Michael-of9ce
    @Michael-of9ce 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    wunderbar!! Thanks for all the work you do Julian. Would love to see a review about the Audient Sono.

  • @KloderTX
    @KloderTX 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice thorough video. It's interesting that these latest versions are moving to a USB-C connector, and I would like to see a test of ones like this that state they can run off USB power, to confirm that the specs are the same, especially if you test something with 4 mic pres that should all work with a 15W USB-C (3.1) host. (I note that Focusrite's manual is completely silent on which version of USB the device operates at, so we can assume it's USB 2.0. It seems a little disingenuous to omit that part of the spec, while touting the ability to run from USB-C 15W hosts on the webpage.)

  • @Doctor-en8dj
    @Doctor-en8dj 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you - excellent review. Really helpful.

  • @lastdaysguitar
    @lastdaysguitar 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    AMAZINGLY GOOD! Subscribed!

  • @ErnestoPossiSpanishVoiceOver
    @ErnestoPossiSpanishVoiceOver 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video with amazing details!

  • @MCAlvesPortugal
    @MCAlvesPortugal 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review😎

  • @pro-audio-coaching
    @pro-audio-coaching 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    🤗 Great Job Julian! Very precise and understandable at the same time. This goes for speech AND contents. Only one little thing: You speak about impedance and state, that you´re surprised about the not so very low value of 2kOhms. And of course you´re right: This is quite a normal impedance for a mic input on an amp. But: The LOW impedance is NOT related to a more open and clear sound (i.e. more high end in the signal). Instead, along with a higher level on the input, this is typical for the HIGHER input impedance. So the 6kOhms on the Clarett do open up the signal´s high end when using the air mode. All the best and keep up the good work! :-D Carlos

    • @JulianKrause
      @JulianKrause  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey, I should have explained this a bit differently. You are right, for a neutral sound you want to have a high input impedance. But the air mode is designed to "color" the sound on purpose, so I thought they would lower the input impedance even more to mess with the frequency reponse. That's why I thought 2 kOhm was still quite high for the air mode.

  • @kyron42
    @kyron42 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    From the user manual it shows that the Halo turns orange at about -6dBFS.
    Gain 1 and 2 - two rotary controls: adjust the input gain for the signals at Inputs 1 and 2
    respectively. The gain controls have concentric bi-colour LED ‘halos’ to confirm signal level:
    green indicates an input level of at least -42 dBFS (i.e., ‘signal present’), the ring then turns
    orange when the signal level reaches -6 dBFS, and red at 0 dBFS.

  • @eddysel10
    @eddysel10 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent review. When the time comes to upgrade my audio interface, I will definitely take the results of your reviews into consideration 💯💯💯
    And the focusrite clarett (the bigger one with 8 preamps), will be on top of my list next to Antelope and Universal audio.

  • @AlexStrabala
    @AlexStrabala 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Please do a review of the Black Lion Revolution 2x2 when you can get your hands on one!

    • @4brotroydavis
      @4brotroydavis 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ahh he hated on it....I love the interface but julian trashed it....don't understand

  • @axefromrussia
    @axefromrussia 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Please test the Yamaha AG03.

  • @giovanievalencia2169
    @giovanievalencia2169 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    great videos as always bro, really informative and really helps us make wise decisions before buying new gear, happy holidays

  • @ryanburchett8455
    @ryanburchett8455 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best reviews on the internet

  • @benoittissier58
    @benoittissier58 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very good review as usual. May be I missed it, but you don't mention on which system you tried the driver : Windows, Apple or Linux ? I wish there were Linux drivers available from Focusrite...

    • @JulianKrause
      @JulianKrause  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey, I used the Clarett with my Win10 machine.

    • @benoittissier58
      @benoittissier58 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JulianKrause Thanks for your reply. It seems many owners report drivers problems. Did you experience any ?

  • @albe1980
    @albe1980 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much for the review. Please continue to analyze just like this, IN DEPTH each new device. Could you review the new Apollo Twin ?. THNKS!!!

  • @highdreammusic1082
    @highdreammusic1082 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The video is great, between the Clarett 2 pre and the motu m2, which do you think would be more worthwhile? I record voes of rap, reggaeton, pop, salsa and sometimes acoustic guitars

  • @andreipopa4969
    @andreipopa4969 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very very detailed and informative! It would be a blast if you could do such a video about Latency and also Real Life Performance Latency, such as testing how many plugins can you load on your PC with the specs shared of course.
    Best regards and Danke schoen!

  • @Alterwill
    @Alterwill 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I literally understood nothing...but thats one great review! :)

  • @mikem.1203
    @mikem.1203 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    There is a minor voiceover error at 3:15. The A2D converter model number is AK4413EQ (not AK5513EQ). Just a heads-up.

  • @AngloSaxon1
    @AngloSaxon1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, What interface do you actually use for your own use?

  • @Shanti9
    @Shanti9 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great review! I have Clarett 2Pre Thunderbolt which is mostly identical but even better in terms of latency (3-4 times better).
    In regard to headphones output, which I don't use that often, I noticed one anomaly where output would be very muddy (sonic-wise).
    After a factory reset it would get back to normal quality. Have you tried to Focusrite Control > File > Restore Factory Defaults and then test it?

  • @rjb7569
    @rjb7569 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Julian:
    Another excellent, thorough interface review. You da man! Very few YT reviewers approach the thoroughness of your examinations, backing up their opinions with the science. Much appreciated.
    I do have a bit of confusion concerning one of your comments, if you could clarify. As I do not have an interface yet, I didn't quite understand the comment: "The output routing option is not available at 192 kHz."
    Does this mean if you record at the highest level the recorded sound cannot be sent to the monitors, or something like that?
    Again, excellent work.

    • @JulianKrause
      @JulianKrause  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey, you can always send audio from the inputs straight to the monitors and headphones. But the custom mix where you define the level of your DAW and direct monitoring is only available with 96 kHz and below.

    • @rjb7569
      @rjb7569 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JulianKrause
      Thanks, Julian. I get it now. As soon as you mentioned "direct monitoring" it clicked in.
      We TH-camrs should hire you to examine, review and chart every interface out there up to a thousand bucks. You are so thorough we wouldn't need to poke around listening to many more other opinions. It would make the purchasing decisions easier.
      I know the higher priced UA and Arturia interfaces may be beyond your access, BUT that would be clarifying to see the differences between the lower/moderately priced items and the more expensive pro-sumer end of the spectrum.
      Thanks for all you do, and not just the interface reviews.

  • @rhmm96
    @rhmm96 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good video man

  • @JR-el5pt
    @JR-el5pt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awsome vid.., I have this model and I love its performance.
    Still, cause of the low gain, I was thinking to get another one, soooo I will ask you a favor, when you can, review the Arturia AudiFuse, it is not that much of difference in pricepoint to the Clarett 2pre.., I just want to make sure that it will be worth it to buy or if I will get more or less the same.
    Keep up the good work.

    • @ricklesshorse8159
      @ricklesshorse8159 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have the same problème of low sound gain.

  • @devonllewellyn7925
    @devonllewellyn7925 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is *almost* what I am looking for! Which is: xlr mic input near 60 db gain, enough to eventually upgrade to sm7b without a cloudlifter. A high powered headphone amp, that'll let me push high and low impedance stuff like he400i which needs 64mW to reach 110dB at 35 ohms or the t60rp which need like 3000mW balanced at 50 ohms. The focusrite clarett is getting close with its 12v wall adapter pulling power, but only on high impedance headphones. Another close one is the ADI-2 Pro FS R, a bit too expensive for me though. Should I just stick with the motu m4 and give up on the all in one idea and get a thx789 or a90 to go with it?

    • @tkermi
      @tkermi 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I doubt there are any (low priced) this kind of a multipurpose device with a headphone amp that can deliver 3W to 50 Ohm. Most stand alone headphone amps are not capable of that.
      💡Many of my friends who need 2W or more for their headphones use their existing high end amps (for speakers) with impedance adapter (to present lower and more stable load as well as possibly drop the level).

  • @arminverwest220
    @arminverwest220 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Please make video about apollo solo from Universal audio

  • @Dobrovinskiy
    @Dobrovinskiy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool! I love your reviews ☺️

  • @giampaolocapelli
    @giampaolocapelli 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi Julian, thanks for this great review

  • @SaturnVoyager11
    @SaturnVoyager11 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’d love to see a test like this one with the powered Scarlett versions like the 18i20 2nd gen and 3rd gen.

    • @feelsmall315
      @feelsmall315 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      If youre in the market for one of these claretts, i made the jump to an 8pre usb from a 2nd gen 18i20, so much more stable between my octopre and ox top box, the bundled software is a must as well. Id recommend it for sure!
      Running windows 10 & Reaper for context

  • @flipperpitstudio
    @flipperpitstudio 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your voice is sooooo sooooooothing! 🥰 Great channel! #subscribed

  • @st_cyndaquil
    @st_cyndaquil 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome reviews! No one else it doing this level of in-depth analysis of interfaces. Any plans to review the presonus quantum 2632 or 2626?

  • @DanielBergonzoni
    @DanielBergonzoni 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow this is great! Thank you!