Detail 01
One microphone input and one Hi-Z instrument input
The interface provides one dedicated mic path and one direct instrument path.
Product detailSKU #1500000401654
FocusriteScarlett Solo Gen 4 USB-C Audio Interface
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Scarlett Solo Gen 4 is a bus-powered desktop USB-C interface centered on one microphone input and one dedicated Hi-Z instrument input. It supports 24-bit/192 kHz conversion, offers up to 57 dB of mic gain, and includes Gain Halos for immediate level feedback. Presence and Harmonic Drive Air modes provide two tonal options at the source. Independent headphone and monitor controls, balanced line outputs, and loopback keep a focused home or mobile recording setup manageable.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Recording one vocal or microphone source alongside a directly connected guitar or instrument.
- Capturing application audio into a DAW for samples, streams, or system-audio projects.
- Keeping a compact USB-powered recording setup for desktop or mobile work.
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
57 dB gain range
The microphone preamp offers up to 57 dB of gain.
Detail 03
24-bit/192 kHz conversion
It supports recording at up to 24-bit/192 kHz.
Detail 04
Bus powered, 900 mA
It is powered over USB and is specified at 900 mA.
Detail 05
Two balanced line outputs
It provides a pair of balanced outputs for monitors.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Plan your input setup around one microphone input and one Hi-Z instrument input.
- 02Use USB-C with a compatible Windows, macOS, or supported mobile setup.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I plug a guitar into Scarlett Solo Gen 4?
Yes. It has one dedicated Hi-Z instrument input.
02Does it have loopback?
Yes. Loopback can capture audio from applications directly into a DAW.
03Is it externally powered?
No external supply is specified; it is USB bus powered at 900 mA.
04What recording software comes with it?
It includes Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools Intro+, Cubase LE, and Hitmaker Expansion.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsSound
- Impedance
- 50 ohm
- Frequency Response
- 20Hz–20kHz ±0.1dB
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Number of Microphone Preamps
- 1
1 detailsBody & build
- Loopback
- Yes
14 detailsConnections & power
- USB
- USB-C (USB 2.0)
- Phantom Power
- Yes
- Headphone Outputs
- 1
- Max Output Level
- 2.5dBu (33 ohm), 10dBu (300 ohm)
- Max Output Power
- 32mW (33 ohm), 22mW (300 ohm)
- Connectivity
- USB type-C
- Supported Sample Rates
- 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192kHz
- Instrument Inputs
- 1 (Hi-Z)
- Max Input Level
- 12dBu
- Line Outputs
- 2 (balanced)
- Mic Inputs
- 1
- Line Inputs
- 1
- Bus Powered
- Yes, 900mA
- Power Supply
- USB bus powered (900mA)
3 detailsSize & weight
- Bit Depth Sample Rate
- 24-bit/192kHz
- Weight
- 0.84
- Dimensions
- 1.83 inch × 5.63 inch × 3.78 inch
17 detailsOther
- A D Resolution
- 24-bit/192kHz
- Ein
- -127dBu
- Thd N
- -97dB (33 ohm), -102dB (300 ohm)
- Air Mode
- Yes
- Protocol
- USB 2.0
- Model
- Scarlett Solo Gen 4
- Air Modes
- Presence and Harmonic Drive
- Macos
- Intel, Apple Silicon
- Xln Audio Addictive Drums 2
- Studio Rock
- Simultaneous I O
- 4x2 (including Loopback inputs)
- Gain Range
- 57dB
- Dynamic Range A D
- 120dB
- Dynamic Range D A
- 130dB (A-weighted)
- Dynamic Range
- 112dB (33 ohm), 115dB (300 ohm)
- Windows
- Intel, AMD, Arm64
- Product Type
- USB audio interface
- Form Factor
- Desktop
