Focusrite · Updated June 2026
Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation: price, specs & release date
Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation, released 2023-09. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: sweetwater.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation is listed at $299.99 on sweetwater.com as of 2026-06-27, #14 cheapest of 17 audio interfaces (median $219); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 62/100 pay-blind standing, #9 of 18 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Flexible 4-in/4-out connectivity with MIDI and USB-C power; Clip Safe mode reliably prevents signal clipping.
- Skip if Auto Gain sets weak levels and often needs manual override is a dealbreaker.
Is the Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation a good buy?
At $300, the Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation is #14 cheapest of the 17 audio interfaces we track, where the median is $199.95. On the spec sheet, its inputs analog of 4 is the highest of the 18, its outputs analog of 4 is the highest of the 18, and its mic preamps of 2 is the highest of the 18. By release date, it is among the newer of the 16 we date.
Evidence of Record
Our dataNo independent lab has measured this product yet. 1 outlet has it on record by mention only, with no hands-on measurements published to weigh its claims against — a gap in the evidence, not a verdict on the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation
Only one whitelisted tester, SoundGuys, has a genuine hands-on review of this exact model (rated 8.2/10, tested over one week). SoundGuys praised the flexible four-in/four-out I/O, Clip Safe mode, and natural instrument tone, but faulted weak Auto Gain and the lack of combo jacks on inputs 3 and 4. The review is qualitative with no lab-measured figures.
Based on 1 review · 1 lab-tested · 2025-08-18
Tested by SoundGuys
Consistently praised
- Flexible 4-in/4-out connectivity with MIDI and USB-C power
- Clip Safe mode reliably prevents signal clipping
- Natural, responsive instrument tone via Hi-Z inputs
- Strong value as a step-up hub for aspiring producers
Commonly flagged
- Auto Gain sets weak levels and often needs manual override
- Inputs 3 and 4 lack the XLR-1/4" combo jacks of inputs 1 and 2
- No built-in switch to A/B between the four line outputs
Where reviewers disagree Only one whitelisted source was found, so no cross-source comparison is possible; SoundGuys' 8.2/10 verdict stands unchallenged among approved testers, and the review is qualitative with no lab-measured figures.
The sources (1)
I noticed the guitar tones responded well to my playing in real-time, as if I was playing through a traditional guitar amp.
Anytime I tried to use it, I didn’t end up with the gain levels I usually like to see; they were pretty weak.
Since the 4i4 (4th Gen) offers four line-outs, I would love a built-in switch to select between said outputs.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $299.99 MSRP, US Focusrite store / Sweetwater |
|---|---|
| Brand | Focusrite |
| Released | 2023-09 |
| Inputs analog | 4 |
| Outputs analog | 4 |
| Max resolution bit (kHz) | 24-bit / 192 kHz |
| Mic preamps | 2 |
| Connection | usb_c |
| Midi io | Yes |
| Bus powered | Yes |
Source: sweetwater.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by crutchfield.com. $299.99 confirmed (Sweetwater/Focusrite US/Crutchfield). 2 mic preamps, 4 analog inputs (2 XLR combo + 2 line), 4 line outputs, USB-C, MIDI In/Out, bus-powered confirmed. Released 2023 (4th Gen lineup). Draft Thomann corroboration replaced with Crutchfield spec page.
Is the Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation worth it vs cheaper audio interfaces?
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What do reviewers say about the Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation?
Only one whitelisted tester, SoundGuys, has a genuine hands-on review of this exact model (rated 8.2/10, tested over one week). SoundGuys praised the flexible four-in/four-out I/O, Clip Safe mode, and natural instrument tone, but faulted weak Auto Gain and the lack of combo jacks on inputs 3 and 4. The review is qualitative with no lab-measured figures. Praised: Flexible 4-in/4-out connectivity with MIDI and USB-C power; Clip Safe mode reliably prevents signal clipping; Natural, responsive instrument tone via Hi-Z inputs; Strong value as a step-up hub for aspiring producers. Flagged: Auto Gain sets weak levels and often needs manual override; Inputs 3 and 4 lack the XLR-1/4" combo jacks of inputs 1 and 2; No built-in switch to A/B between the four line outputs. (From 1 tester review, 1 lab-tested.)
How much does the Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation cost?
The Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation has a US price of $299.99 (MSRP, US Focusrite store / Sweetwater), as of 2026-06-19.
How does the Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation compare on price?
At $300, the Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation is #14 cheapest of the 17 audio interfaces we track, where the median is $199.95.
When was the Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation released?
The Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation was released 2023-09.
What are the Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation's key specs?
Scarlett 4i4 4th Generation (Focusrite): inputs analog 4, outputs analog 4, max resolution bit khz 24-bit / 192 kHz, mic preamps 2, connection usb_c. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $299.99 at sweetwater.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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