Detail 01
6 × 6 simultaneous I/O, including loopback
It can handle six simultaneous input and output channels when loopback inputs are counted.
Product detailSKU #1500000404591
FocusriteScarlett 4i4 4th Gen USB-C Audio Interface
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen is a desktop USB-C interface for recording microphones, direct instruments, and line-level sources in one setup. Two mic preamps with phantom power sit alongside two Hi-Z inputs, four line inputs, and four line outputs, giving a home studio practical recording and routing options. Auto Gain, Clip Safe, and Dynamic Gain Halos help manage levels, while Air Mode offers an additional vocal and instrument sound-shaping option. Focusrite Control 2 handles routing, levels, and monitor mixes from desktop or mobile devices.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Recording microphones, guitars, basses, and line-level sources in a compact home-studio setup.
- Managing monitor mixes and routing from Focusrite Control 2 on desktop or mobile devices.
- Starting a recording workflow with included DAW software, production tools, samples, loops, and presets.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Two Hi-Z instrument inputs
Guitars or basses can connect directly to the interface.
Detail 03
Four line outputs
Provides multiple output paths for monitoring and routing.
Detail 04
Bus powered
The interface can run from its USB connection.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The interface uses USB Type-C connectivity.
- 02Phantom power is available on its microphone preamps.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I record guitar or bass without a separate direct box?
Yes. The Scarlett 4i4 has two Hi-Z instrument inputs for direct guitar or bass connection.
02Can it record at 192kHz?
Yes. Its supported sample rates extend to 192kHz, and its A/D resolution is 24-bit/192kHz.
03What recording software is included?
It includes Ableton Live Lite, a perpetual Avid Pro Tools Intro+ license, three months of Splice Sounds, and the Hitmaker Expansion software bundle.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsSound
- Frequency Response
- 20Hz–20kHz ±0.1dB @ 33 ohm / 300 ohm
2 detailsPickups & controls
- Microphone Preamps
- 2
- Number of Microphone Preamps
- 2
1 detailsBody & build
- Loopback
- Yes
17 detailsConnections & power
- Phantom Power
- Yes
- Headphone Outputs
- 1
- Optional External Power Requirement
- 7.5W
- MIDI
- Yes
- Connectivity
- USB Type-C
- Supported Sample Rates
- 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz
- Instrument Inputs
- 2
- Input Impedance
- 1 Mohm
- Output Impedance
- 11 ohm
- Line Outputs
- 4
- Line Inputs
- 4
- Bus Powered
- Yes (1.5A)
- Maximum Output Level
- +11dBu into 300 ohm
- Maximum Output Power
- 27mW into 300 ohm
- Equivalent Input Noise Ein
- -127dBu (A-weighted)
- USB Power Requirement
- 1.5A
- Maximum Input Level
- +12dBu
2 detailsSize & weight
- Weight
- 1.8
- Dimensions
- 7.1 inch × 5.1 inch × 2.4 inch
1 detailsIn the box
- Clip Safe
- ✓ Included
14 detailsOther
- A D Resolution
- 24-bit/192kHz
- Thd N
- -115dB
- Air Mode
- Yes
- Protocol
- USB 2.0
- Model
- Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen
- Macos
- Apple Silicon and Intel processors supported
- Xln Audio Addictive Drums 2
- Studio Rock
- Simultaneous I O
- 6 × 6 (including loopback inputs)
- Gain Range
- 62dB
- Dynamic Range
- 130dB (A-weighted)
- Windows
- Intel, AMD, and Arm64 processors supported
- Auto Gain
- Yes
- Product Type
- USB audio interface
- Form Factor
- Desktop
