Focusrite · Entry · USB · 2023 on
Focusrite launched the 4th Gen in 2023, and the 2i2 changed more than in any earlier step. The mic preamps now have 69 dB of gain, enough for a quiet dynamic mic, and the line outputs are rated at 120 dB dynamic range. Auto Gain sets your level for you, and Clip Safe turns the gain down if you're about to clip. Air now has two modes, a presence lift and a Harmonic Drive setting that adds saturation. The XLR sockets moved to the back, with jacks on the front for guitar or keys. It runs on Focusrite Control 2, which also has a phone app, and it gets current driver support. It suits a beginner who wants the interface to handle levels, or a vocalist with a low-output mic.
In the photos
The 4th Gen moves the XLR sockets to the back and puts plain 1/4-inch jacks on the front, so a front panel with no combo XLR inputs is the giveaway. Look for a row of Select, 48V, Inst, Auto, Safe and Air buttons, and two USB-C sockets on the back, one marked 5V DC. Every earlier 2i2 has combo inputs on the front and a single USB socket.
Mac and Windows
On a Mac it needs no driver. Focusrite Control 2 runs it on Windows 10 (64-bit) and 11, including Arm64 PCs, and on macOS 14 Sonoma, 15 Sequoia and 26 Tahoe, on Apple Silicon or Intel. Firmware updates come through Focusrite Control 2.
Power, cables and licences
Check the listing photos against this list, and ask the seller about anything you can’t see. A missing power supply or a licence that won’t transfer should come off the price.
Focusrite says a USB icon flashing red means it isn't getting enough power, which the optional 5V DC socket or a better USB-C port fixes. Air's Harmonic Drive only works up to 96 kHz, which is by design. It's recent, so check the gain knobs and both USB-C sockets for knocks.
Buying your first one? How to pick a first used interface covers inputs, mic gain and drivers, and the power supply guide covers which ones need their adapter.
Buying guide
We'd buy the 4th Gen 2i2 titled tested at $158 delivered from a 99.7% seller, or Focusrite's own refurb at $180 with free shipping if you want the 3-year warranty in its title. There are at least 108 for sale and most ask $190–290 delivered, but new dealer stock sets much of that band, starting around $200, so used units titled tested at $158–160 are where the saving is. An open-box unit is up for auction at $143 delivered with 9 bids and will climb, and Focusrite's B-stock Studio pack with a mic and headphones asks $231. Check the photos for 1/4-inch jacks on the front, XLR sockets on the back and two USB-C sockets, one marked 5V DC, and ask for a video of each gain knob turning end to end. Skip the $500 Studio pack from a zero-feedback seller.
$142.66est. delivered
The lowest delivered 4th Gen here, an open-box auction at $143 with 9 bids, so it will climb. We'd stop near $158, where a used one titled tested sells outright.
Focusrite Audio Interface 4th Generation Scarlett 2i2 AMS-SCARLETT-2I2-4G- Red
$158.35est. delivered
Titled tested at $158 delivered from a 99.7% seller, about $40 under new dealer stock. The photo shows the 4th Gen button row and front jacks, so ask what cable comes with it.
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen Audio Interface TESTED
![Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 [4th Gen] USB Audio Interface - Refurb - 3 Year Warranty](https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/lI4AAeSwXi1qzk45/s-l500.jpg)
$179.99delivered
Refurbished by Focusrite's own eBay store and titled with a 3-year warranty, at $180 with free shipping. It's bus powered and runs on Focusrite Control 2 on current Macs and Windows 10 or 11 PCs, including Arm64 laptops.
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 [4th Gen] USB Audio Interface - Refurb - 3 Year Warranty
$179.99delivered
A maker refurb is the least guesswork here. Expect the bundled software to be gone and download Focusrite Control 2 yourself.
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 [4th Gen] USB Audio Interface - Refurb - 3 Year Warranty
Delivered prices include shipping as eBay quoted it to a US address on Oct 14, 2026. Many sellers charge by distance, so your total may differ. eBay shows yours before you pay.
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Delivered prices include shipping as eBay quoted it to a US address on Oct 14, 2026. Many sellers charge by distance, so your total may differ. eBay shows yours before you pay.
Open box$142.66est. delivered
$125.95 + $16.71 shipping
Auction · 9 bids · ends in 15h 27m
Good buy
Open-box card. Auction with 9 bids, so the price will climb.
Seller: cargolargo
99.7% positive
Used$158.35est. delivered
$143.50 + $14.85 shipping
Buy It Now$143.50
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Good buy
Titled tested. No cable named.
Seller: puppetpimp
99.7% positive
Refurbished$179.99delivered
$179.99 · free shipping
Buy It Now$179.99
Good buy
Focusrite's own refurb, titled with a 3-year warranty. Stock photo.
Seller: focusrite_store
99.7% positive
Used$160.00est. delivered
$150.00 + $10.00 shipping
Buy It Now$150.00
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Our take
Titled tested and works, and says to read the description. Cable in the photo.
Seller: too_rad
100% positive
Used$230.99delivered
$230.99 · free shipping
Buy It Now$230.99
Our take
B-stock Studio pack from Focusrite's own store. No warranty in the title.
Seller: focusrite_store
99.7% positive
New$232.40delivered
$232.40 · free shipping
Buy It Now$232.40
Our take
New, with two 1/4-inch cables and ties in the stock photo.
Seller: idjnow.com
100% positive
New$357.01est. delivered
$339.99 + $17.02 shipping
Buy It Now$339.99
Our take
New Studio pack in a stock photo. Asks $126 more than Focusrite's B-stock pack.
Seller: imc_direct
99.7% positive
Used$500.00+ shipping
$500.00 · shipping not stated
Buy It Now$500.00
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Priced high
Zero-feedback seller, and the photo shows studio monitors too. No shipping quoted; ask.
Seller: raym_7037
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