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Reddit mentions of Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Studio (2nd Gen) USB Audio Interface and Recording Bundle with Pro Tools | First
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- Includes: Scarlett 2i2 USB audio interface, condenser microphone, headphones, 10’ XLR mic cable, mic stand clip
- Two natural-sounding Scarlett mic preamps with plenty of even gain; two newly-designed instrument inputs, designed to handle seriously hot guitar pick-ups
- LIMITED TIME OFFER: FREE Venomode DeeQ, Maximal 2, and Pivot, plug-ins upon registration and download.
- Includes Pro Tools | First Focusrite Creative Pack and Ableton Live Lite, Softube Time and Tone Bundle, Focusrite’s Red Plug-in Suite, 2GB of Loopmasters samples, Choice of one free XLN Addictive Keys virtual instrument, all available via download upon purchase and registration
- Compatible with Windows 7 and higher, and Mac OS X 10.10 and higher. Frequency response - 20 Hz - 20 kHz ± 0.1dB. Supported Sample Rates: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz. Focusrite now offers a 3-Year Warranty on this and all other Focusrite products.
Features:
Specs:
| Color | 2i2 - 2 Mic Pres |
| Height | 18.58 Inches |
| Length | 5.2 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Release date | June 2016 |
| Size | 2i2 - 2 Mic Pres |
| Weight | 5.1147244784 Pounds |
| Width | 9.61 Inches |
I'm going to suggest the Focusrite Studio pack. I've included a link to the 2i2 version on Amazon, but there's also a Solo version for less dough if that's more your speed (and you can spend the money you save on a mic stand and pop filter).
I can't speak for the microphone or headphones, but Scarlett interfaces are great. You'll also get Ableton Live Intro, which can cover at least basic recording and producing. I would also suggest looking into Reaper, but it can be a pain to set up (it's only $60, though).
https://www.amazon.com/Focusrite-Scarlett-Studio-Interface-Recording/dp/B01E6T50BO
Hopefully this helps:
You are gonna need some form of Soundcard/Audio Interface. This is the one I have and it has served me very well: https://www.amazon.com/Focusrite-Scarlett-Studio-Interface-Recording/dp/B01E6T50BO/ref=sr_1_6?crid=450X1QB48N3T&keywords=focusrite+scarlett+2i2&qid=1567064239&s=gateway&sprefix=Focu%2Caps%2C323&sr=8-6 If you are on a budget, there are definitely cheaper options, so if you are looking for something cheaper, that link should give you a BASSline of what to look at. (Get it? ha)
In terms of software, I would personally go with Pro Tools. Its what most of the Music Industry uses to record/edit songs and whatnot: https://www.avid.com/pro-tools-first This is a free version, so it does not have many features, but if you are trying to just throw some simple songs together, or just record yourself playing, this is a perfect option.
Keep Rockin and Rollin my dude!
ok, i would go with something like Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (150$), sm57 ($100) and maybe Audio-Technica AT2035 (150$) or something similar. the interface already come with a DAW so you wont need to buy software
there is also bundles like this or this but i dont know how good the mics are
Look online for deals on used microphones. This is an investment that will come a long way, trust me. As for an audio interface, focusrite has some solid offerings and even has a bundle with an interface, a microphone and a pair of headphones at a respectable price that is close to your budget.
To record 4 people simultaneously though you’d need an interface that exceeds your budget. Maybe recording so many people isn’t feasible in this particular instance, unless you can up your budget. You could always make do with an interface with two inputs and have your guests pass around the mic then edit out the noise in post.
And no, you don’t need a dedicated amp if you choose buy almost any audio interface. Most have a preamp built in.
You'll want something like this
It includes everything you need (minus a microphone stand) and isn't to expensive
I have been nothing but pleased with the Scarlett CM25 mic and Scarlett 2i2 mixer. They're sold as a bundle and are affordable.
edit: embedded linky link.
For recording I use this (Except the mic is red with black trim). If I were to get a second mic, could I get the binaural effect? Is it just a case of putting them in a specific place?
> I'm buying the Scarlett studio pack 2 whenever I can. From what I've seen it's a really good starter package for the price. Here is the link : https://www.amazon.fr/Scarlett2-Studio-Pack-2nd-Generation/dp/B01E6T50BO
Looks good, are you going to be recording audio for podcasts, youtube, stuff like that?
I'm not very knowledgeable about recording gear, I'm more a home theater and outdoor audio kind of guy (r/diyaudio is great!) as I run a semi large theme camp at Burning Man with good audio needs.
I think its awesome you are into good sound though, so few people are!
Tbh I got this headset because I worked at McDonald's while going to school so it was disposable money and I didn't know shit about computers and peripherals. After a year and a half of gaming I wanna get a proper XLR mic with a good headset. I'm buying the Scarlett studio pack 2 whenever I can. From what I've seen it's a really good starter package for the price. Here is the link : https://www.amazon.fr/Scarlett2-Studio-Pack-2nd-Generation/dp/B01E6T50BO
Focusrite Scarlett-Studio-Pack gen2 USB Audio Interface and Recording Bundle with Pro Tools First https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01E6T50BO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_sXHsDb0VTJ86W
hi, sorry as i have said total noob :)
but would the bundle above be good enough? or can i get the solo version of the interface?
it will just be me and one instrument so i am not sure really what the specs mean :(
Update: So I've been looking at getting the scarlett 2i2 bundle https://www.amazon.com/Focusrite-Scarlett-Studio-Interface-Recording/dp/B01E6T50BO since my current mic(DVR100) doesn't seem compatible.
Two questions:-