{"id":1577,"date":"2024-08-07T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-07T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/uncategorised\/focusrite-scarlett-2i2-usb-preamp-a-podcasting-review\/"},"modified":"2025-02-06T07:47:23","modified_gmt":"2025-02-06T07:47:23","slug":"focusrite-scarlett-2i2-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/focusrite-scarlett-2i2-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Review: The Podcaster&#8217;s #1 Audio Interface"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tph-block-padding has-tph-blue-shade-100-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>&#128994; Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is the most popular USB audio interface amongst podcasters. You can use it to plug one or two XLR mics and run them into your computer. It&rsquo;s ideal for recording solo or locally co-hosted chats and can be paired with an online call recording tool to capture remote conversations, too. Depending on the Generation, you can pick one up brand new for around $140-$200.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Legendary and quality interface<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain range of 69dB (4th Gen)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Record into your computer with any XLR mic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Not designed specifically for podcasters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Requires additional gear<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t<div class=\"wp-block-tph-review tph-block-review\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tph-block-review__wrap\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"tph-block-review__title \" id=\"our-rating-48-5\">Our Rating: 4.8\/5<\/h4>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tph-block-review__stars\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tph-block-review__star\"><\/div><div class=\"tph-block-review__star\"><\/div><div class=\"tph-block-review__star\"><\/div><div class=\"tph-block-review__star\"><\/div><div class=\"tph-block-review__star\"><\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@graph\":[\n\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\":\"Product\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\":\"Scarlett 2i2\",\n\t\t\t\t\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/focusrite-scarlett-2i2-review\/\",\n\t\t\t\t\"description\":\"The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is a USB audio interface, used and loved by complete beginners and industry veterans 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kit.<\/p>\n\n\n    <style>\r\n        .wpj-jtoc.--jtoc-theme-basic-light.--jtoc-has-custom-styles {\r\n            --jtoc-numeration-suffix: \". \";\n--jtoc-numeration-color: #adadad;\n        }\r\n\r\n            <\/style>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div id=\"wpj-jtoc\" class=\"wpj-jtoc wpj-jtoc--main --jtoc-the-content --jtoc-theme-basic-light --jtoc-title-align-left --jtoc-toggle-icon --jtoc-toggle-position-right --jtoc-toggle-1 --jtoc-has-numeration --jtoc-has-custom-styles --jtoc-is-unfolded\" >\r\n\r\n    \r\n    <!-- TOC -->\r\n    <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--toc \">\r\n                                <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--header\">\r\n                <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--header-main\">\r\n                                        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--title\">\r\n                        <span class=\"wpj-jtoc--title-label\">Table of contents<\/span>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                                                <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--toggle-wrap\">\r\n                                                                                                                    <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--toggle-box\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--toggle\"><\/div>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                                    <\/div>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--body\">\r\n                        <nav class=\"wpj-jtoc--nav\">\r\n                <ol class=\"wpj-jtoc--items\"><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                <a href=\"#h-what-is-an-audio-interface-amp-why-might-i-need-one\" title=\"What is an Audio Interface?\" data-numeration=\"1\">What is an Audio Interface?<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                <a href=\"#h-what-else-will-i-need-to-run-the-focusrite-scarlett-2i2\" title=\"What Else Will I Need?\" data-numeration=\"2\">What Else Will I Need?<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                <a href=\"#h-focusrite-scarlett-2i2-4th-gen-vs-original\" title=\"Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Vs Original\" data-numeration=\"3\">Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Vs Original<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                <a href=\"#h-focusrite-scarlett-2i2-pricing\" title=\"Pricing\" data-numeration=\"4\">Pricing<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                <a href=\"#h-does-the-focusrite-scarlett-2i2-have-phantom-power\" title=\"Phantom Power\" data-numeration=\"5\">Phantom Power<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                <a href=\"#h-how-does-the-focusrite-scarlett-2i2-sound\" title=\"Sound Quality\" data-numeration=\"6\">Sound Quality<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                <a href=\"#h-focusrite-scarlett-2i2-portability\" title=\"Portability\" data-numeration=\"7\">Portability<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                <a href=\"#h-should-i-buy-a-focusrite-scarlett-2i2\" title=\"Should I Buy a Focusrite Scarlett 2i2?\" data-numeration=\"8\">Should I Buy a Focusrite Scarlett 2i2?<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                <a href=\"#our-rating-48-5_1\" title=\"Our Rating: 4.8\/5\" data-numeration=\"9\">Our Rating: 4.8\/5<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><\/ol>            <\/nav>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Most-Popular-Audio-Interfaces-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"the focusrite scarlett 2i2 is the most popular audio interface\" class=\"wp-image-57127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Most-Popular-Audio-Interfaces-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Most-Popular-Audio-Interfaces-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Most-Popular-Audio-Interfaces-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Most-Popular-Audio-Interfaces-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Most-Popular-Audio-Interfaces-445x250.jpg 445w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Most-Popular-Audio-Interfaces-580x326.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Most-Popular-Audio-Interfaces-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Most-Popular-Audio-Interfaces.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is what&rsquo;s known as an audio interface. But what does that actually mean, and&nbsp;why would you use one?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&rsquo;s start there, before delving into the 2i2 itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-what-is-an-audio-interface-amp-why-might-i-need-one\">What is an Audio Interface, &amp; Why Might I Need One?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>&nbsp;<em>A quick heads up that we use affiliate links to products and services we think you&rsquo;ll find useful or interesting. We may earn a small commission should you choose to buy through them, though never at any extra cost to yourself!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>An <a data-lasso-id=\"7425\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/best-usb-audio-interface\/\">audio interface<\/a> is a piece of hardware that can give you greater control over your recording setup. This one&mdash;the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2&mdash;plugs into your computer or laptop via the USB port and allows you to record with two separate microphones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This might be a good option for you if you:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Want to improve your audio quality<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Want to record locally with a co-host<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Want to record professional-sounding interviews or podcasts on location<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>I&rsquo;ve owned a Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 for about 14 years and have recorded the vast majority of my audio with it in that time. Many other podcasters feel the same way, with the 2i2 coming in as the most popular interface in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/business-of-podcasting\/gear-survey-2024\/\">2024 Gear Survey<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s not just podcasters who swear by the 2i2, either &ndash; it&rsquo;s arguably the most popular audio interface on the planet!<\/p>\n\n\n    <div class=\"post-link-block\">\n        <div class=\"post-link-block__wrap\">\n            <div class=\"post-link-block__thumb-wrap\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Focusrite-Vocaster-2-img-150x150.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Focusrite-Vocaster-2-img-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Focusrite-Vocaster-2-img-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Focusrite-Vocaster-2-img-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Focusrite-Vocaster-2-img-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Focusrite-Vocaster-2-img-445x250.jpg 445w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Focusrite-Vocaster-2-img-580x326.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Focusrite-Vocaster-2-img-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Focusrite-Vocaster-2-img.jpg 1280w\" alt=\"focusrite vocaster\" sizes=\"(min-width: 768px) 120px, 70px\" class=\"post-link-block__thumbnail\">\n\t\t\t\t            <\/div>\n\n            <p class=\"post-link-block__headline\">Focusrite Vocaster: Voice Presets, Auto-Gain, &amp; Call Recording<\/p>\n\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/focusrite-vocaster-review\/\" class=\"post-link-block__link\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Read article called: Focusrite Vocaster: Voice Presets, Auto-Gain, &amp; Call Recording<\/span><\/a>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\t\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-what-else-will-i-need-to-run-the-focusrite-scarlett-2i2\">What Else Will I Need to Run the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a data-lasso-id=\"7426\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/best-usb-microphones-roundup-podcasters\/\">Podcasting with a USB mic<\/a> is a great way to get your show off the ground, but after a while, you might start to think about building out a more &lsquo;studio quality&rsquo; setup. This is where a move towards buying an interface like the Scarlett 2i2 is worth considering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In order to use the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 you will need:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An XLR cable, or two if you have a co-host or are conducting interviews.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An XLR microphone, or two if you have a co-host or are conducting interviews.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>An <a data-lasso-id=\"7427\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/understanding-audio-cables\/\">XLR cable<\/a> (or microphone cable) is the standard type of cable used by musicians and other live performers. It simply connects at one end to your 2i2 and at the other end to your microphone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re looking for a quality mic to pair with your 2i2, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/the-best-podcasting-microphones-on-the-market\/\">best podcast microphones roundup<\/a>. Obviously, your choice of mic has a big impact on your sound, though your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/recording-skills\/how-to-create-silent-home-studio\/\">environment<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/recording-skills\/mic-technique-for-podcasters\/\">technique<\/a> are equally as important, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&rsquo;ve run all manner of mics into the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2, from the Shure SM57 and Samson Q2U to the Electro-Voice RE20 and the Neumann U87.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"393\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/focusrite-scarlett-2i2-1024x393.jpg\" alt=\"focusrite scarlett 2i2 4th gen\" class=\"wp-image-57624\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/focusrite-scarlett-2i2-1024x393.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/focusrite-scarlett-2i2-300x115.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/focusrite-scarlett-2i2-768x294.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/focusrite-scarlett-2i2-350x134.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/focusrite-scarlett-2i2-445x171.jpg 445w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/focusrite-scarlett-2i2-580x222.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/focusrite-scarlett-2i2-700x268.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/focusrite-scarlett-2i2.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-focusrite-scarlett-2i2-4th-gen-vs-original\">Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Vs Original<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At a glance, a 2011 Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 might not look so different than a 2023 2i2 4th Gen model. But quite a lot of improvements and iterations have been made. Here are the most notable: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The sample Rate limit has jumped from 96kHz to 192kHz<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>It has a more precise Frequency Response<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dynamic Range has increased from 105dB to 116dB<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gain Range has increased from 46dB to 69dB<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Headphone outputs have improved<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Physically, the 2i2 4th Gen has a USB-C connection, whereas Gens 1 and 2 were USB-B. New features have also been added to help inexperienced (or rushed!) podcasters get optimal sound with minimal effort. These are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li> <strong>Auto Gain<\/strong> &ndash; the 2i2 can listen to a sample of your audio and set the gain for you<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Clip Safe<\/strong> &ndash; automatically adjusts gain if you&rsquo;re at risk of clipping<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AIR Mode<\/strong> &ndash; enhances your audio with some EQ presets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can toggle these on and off, so veteran audio pros have the option to retain full manual control over their sound. The beauty of the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is that it has always catered to creators of all experience levels, and these additional features only go towards strengthening that claim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-focusrite-scarlett-2i2-pricing\">Focusrite Scarlett 2i2: Pricing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The 4th Gen is the easiest to find and buy brand new. It&rsquo;s obviously the most expensive, but not by an outrageous amount. If you have yours as long as I&rsquo;ve owned mine, a brand new 4th Gen will cost you less than $15 a year:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/focusrite-scarlett-2i2-4th-gen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen<\/a> (around $200)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/focusrite-scarlett-2i2-3rd-gen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen<\/a> (around $180)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/focusrite-scarlett-2i2-2nd-gen-usb-audio-interface\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2nd Gen<\/a> (around $140)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 1st Gen (around $50-100)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re certain you&rsquo;ll only ever use one XLR input, you might opt for the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/focusrite-scarlett-solo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Focusrite Scarlett Solo<\/a><\/strong> instead. Depending on its generation, one of these will usually cost between $100 and $140.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-does-the-focusrite-scarlett-2i2-have-phantom-power\">Does the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Have Phantom Power?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes! All models of the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 contain that mythical superhero known as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/phantom-power\/\">Phantom Power<\/a>. This enables you to use any XLR condenser mic with the device (along with any XLR dynamic mic) by simply hitting the 48v button on the front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-how-does-the-focusrite-scarlett-2i2-sound\">How Does the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Sound? <\/h2>\n\n\n<p><iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/share.transistor.fm\/e\/5d29ef85\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These sound samples were recorded with a <a data-lasso-id=\"7430\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/rode-procaster-review\/\">Rode Procaster<\/a>, <a data-lasso-id=\"7431\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/shure-sm58-review\/\">Shure SM58<\/a>, and a <a data-lasso-id=\"7432\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/samson-q2u-podcasting-review\/\">Samson Q2U<\/a>. No post-processing has been applied. They were recorded on my 1st Gen 2i2, and, although I think they still sound good, the preamps and general audio specs have improved a lot since then, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-focusrite-scarlett-2i2-portability\">Focusrite Scarlett 2i2: Portability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Scarlett 2i2&rsquo;s small, light nature means that you can basically pack a mobile studio into an average-sized shoulder bag. For example, you might be attending an event or conference and want to do some interviews, or you may even want to record a podcast episode there and then.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You could easily pack the Focusrite along with a laptop, headphones, USB cable, two XLR cables, and two microphones and still have room in your bag to spare. 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