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SKU: CLARETT2USB

Product Description

Clarett USB lays down the challenge to interfaces twice the price. The Clarett USB range features specially designed high performance, low-noise (-128dB EIN) mic pres with a low distortion, ultra-linear design that guarantees a clean, open and transparent sound, giving accurate representation of the original performance. Boasting 119dB dynamic range, Clarett can now be experienced with any Mac® or PC supporting USB 2.0 and above. Decades of analogue circuit design experience, applied around 24-bit/192kHz A-D and D-A conversion, delivers a superior signal path.

Clarett 2Pre USB is a 10-in, 4-out audio interface. The two mic/line/instrument inputs can record everything from condenser mics to super-hot pickups with no unwanted distortion – Gain Halo meters make it easy for you to set the input level. The ADAT input supports an additional eight channels in combination with multi-channel mic preamps like Clarett OctoPre. Outs include two monitor outputs with anti-thump technology, a headphone output with volume control, and two line outputs. MIDI I/O is also included.

The two Air-enabled mic preamps can reproduce the input impedance, clarity and frequency response curve of Focusrite's original ISA mic preamp. Clarett 2Pre USB connects to Mac® or PC using the included standard USB and USB Type-C™ cables. Record with super-low latency through amp simulators and effects plug-ins.

Configure your routing and monitor mixes from Mac®, PC, iPad®, iPhone® or iPod touch® with user-friendly control software Focusrite Control. Additional included software is from XLN Audio, Focusrite, Softube, Ableton® and Loopmasters.

Brainworx bx_console Plugin

Focusrite Clarett interfaces now come with the bx_console plugin designed DSP developers Brainworx! This Focusrite VST/AU/AAX plug-in for Mac and PC recreates the sound of the classic Focusrite ISA 110 Equaliser and ISA 130 Dynamics Modules to bring some analogue character to your productions.

3 year warranty

All Focusrite products come with a 3 year warranty from the point of purchase, if bought after October 2016. Visit Focusrite's site for more infomation.

Features

  • Ultra-low noise (-128dB EIN) Clarett mic preamps, ultra-low distortion and up to 119dB dynamic range
  • Supports any Mac® or PC with USB 2.0 and above
  • Precision 24-bit/192kHz A-D and D-A conversion for the ideal signal path
  • Connects to Mac® or PC using the included standard USB and USB Type-C™ cables
  • Two mic/line/instrument inputs
  • ADAT input allowing for expansion of up to eight additional input channels
  • Gain Halo meters make it easy for you to set the input level
  • Two monitor outputs with anti-thump technology
  • Headphone output with volume control
  • Two additional line outputs
  • MIDI I/O
  • The two Air-enabled mic preamps can reproduce the sound of Focusrite’s original ISA mic preamp
  • Record with super-low latency through amp simulators and effects plug-ins
  • Focusrite Control: a user-friendly control software which enables you to configure your routing and monitor mixes from Mac®, PC, iPad®, iPhone® or iPod touch®

Accolades and Reviews

  • MusicTech Choice Award 9/10
  • "The Clarett USB range certainly brings that high-quality sound to those lacking Thunderbolt connectivity and also brings low-latency recording and the Air feature too." - MusicTech Review
  • "In a marketplace that’s crowded with small format USB audio interfaces, this one stands out in a couple of ways. The electronics are first class, it’s easy to use and the results are excellent." - Ask Audio
  • "The Clarett 2Pre USB is an interface that offers great features to  the recording guitarist. It’s functional, stable and fast, and it’s portable enough for live use." - Guitar Interactive Magazine Review

Specifications

  • 24-bit / 192 kHz
  • 10 inputs and 4 outputs
  • 2 Clarett mic preamps with Air mode model and the classic ISA Micpreamp sound
  • Low noise (-128dB ON)
  • Up to 119 dB dynamic range
  • Switchable phantom power +48 V
  • 2x mic / instrument / line input XLR / 1/4" jack combo
  • 4x line output 6.3 mm jack
  • MIDI In / Out
  • ADAT input
  • Stereo headphone output 6.3 mm jack
  • USB
  • Desktop Case
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 210 x 55 x 161 mm
  • Weight: 1.11 kg
  • Includes XLN Audio Addictive Keys, Focusrite Red Plug-in Suite, Softube Time and Tone Bundle, Focusrite Plug-in Collective and Ableton Live Lite, 2x USB cable (standard USB and USB Type-C) and power adapter
Specifications
Brand
Focusrite
Connectivity
USB

Customer Reviews

5.0

5 reviews

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Mr. Rohan Leach9th Apr 2020

This is my 2nd Claret. The old Thunderbolt version wouldn't work with my iMac. It sounds great! The mic preamps are fantastic as is the headphone amp. The config is annoying and setting up wasn't as clean as I thought it should be, but once done, it's superb. Had the Apollo X been available, I would have spent the extra, purely as all the plugins sit on the unit and not the host. But that price hike is considerable and that purchase wouldn't have been because I felt the Apollo does the job any better - I just prefer the resources being managed that way. But as a product - brilliant and tremendous value.

Value 5Looks 5Durability 5Sound 5

Mr Dominick Horsley7th Oct 2019

Mr Jeff Knowler31st Aug 2019

Excellent value for money interface

A Hopper3rd Mar 2019

Interface is great, works like a dream

Mr malcolm fielding2nd Feb 2019

Easy to use excellent pre amps typical focusrite quality ....love it. Upgraded from my scarlett usb.

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