Scarlett SOLO - Focusrite

The
Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen
is a popular, compact, bus-powered USB audio interface known for its studio-quality sound, simple setup, and included software bundle. It is an excellent choice for singer-songwriters and podcasters. 
 
Key Features
 
High-Quality Preamps and Converters: Features an upgraded 3rd Generation Scarlett microphone preamp and high-performance 24-bit/192kHz AD-DA converters, providing professional sound quality.
"Air" Mode: A switchable "Air" setting recreates the effect of Focusrite's original ISA mic preamps, adding brightness and an open, airier sound to vocal and acoustic instrument recordings.
Inputs and Outputs: It offers a single XLR mic input (with 48V phantom power for condenser microphones) and one high-impedance, high-headroom 1/4" instrument input for recording guitar or bass without clipping. It also has two balanced 1/4" TRS outputs for connecting studio monitors and a 1/4" headphone output.
Direct Monitoring: The Direct Monitor feature allows for latency-free monitoring of input signals in real-time, which is crucial for a smooth recording experience.
Gain Halos: Iconic LED gain halos around the knobs make it easy to set input levels quickly and accurately, indicating when a signal is too low (green) or clipping (red).
Portability and Build: It is compact, lightweight, and built with a sturdy metal casing, making it durable for use in a home studio or on the road. It is bus-powered via a USB-C connection to your computer, requiring no external power supply. 
 
 
Included Software
 
The interface comes with a comprehensive software bundle, known as the Hitmaker Expansion, which includes popular tools and plugins from industry names: 
 
DAWs: Ableton Live Lite and Avid Pro Tools Intro+.
Plugins: Antares Auto-Tune Access, Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC, Softube Time & Tone Bundle, Relab LX480 Essentials, XLN Audio Addictive Keys, and more.