Focusrite · Updated June 2026
Scarlett Solo 4th Generation: price, specs & release date
Scarlett Solo 4th Generation, released 2023-08. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: sweetwater.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Scarlett Solo 4th Generation is listed at $159.99 on sweetwater.com as of 2026-06-27, #5 cheapest of 17 audio interfaces (median $219); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 14/100 pay-blind standing, #16 of 18 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Easy plug-and-play setup, recording into any major DAW within minutes; Quality mic preamp produces clean recordings even with affordable mics.
- Skip if No output metering is a dealbreaker.
Is the Scarlett Solo 4th Generation a good buy?
At $160, the Scarlett Solo 4th Generation is #5 cheapest of the 17 audio interfaces we track, where the median is $199.95. On the spec sheet, its inputs analog of 2 is the lowest of the 18, its outputs analog of 2 is the lowest of the 18, and its mic preamps of 1 is the lowest 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 Solo 4th Generation
Only one whitelisted tester, SoundGuys, published a hands-on review of this exact model (Scarlett Solo 4th Gen), testing it over one week. It calls the unit a safe, affordable, easy plug-and-play entry interface with quality mic preamps, while flagging the missing output meter, Auto Gain and Clip Safe. No lab measurements were taken.
Based on 1 review · 1 lab-tested · 2025-09-04
Tested by SoundGuys
Consistently praised
- Easy plug-and-play setup, recording into any major DAW within minutes
- Quality mic preamp produces clean recordings even with affordable mics
- Compact, durable aluminum chassis that travels well
- Hi-Z instrument input drives amp sims with no perceptible latency
Commonly flagged
- No output metering
- Lacks Auto Gain and Clip Safe found on the 2i2/4i4
- Air mode only works over the XLR input, not the instrument input
- Single input/output limits multi-source recording
Where reviewers disagree Only one whitelisted source survived verification, so no cross-source comparison is possible. SoundGuys itself is uniformly positive (8/10), framing the missing features as expected trade-offs for the entry Solo tier rather than defects.
The sources (1)
The Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen) is a safe buy all day.
it responded well to my playing in real-time without any latency.
No Auto Gain or Clip Safe feature
Specifications
| Price (US) | $159.99 MSRP, US Focusrite store / Sweetwater |
|---|---|
| Brand | Focusrite |
| Released | 2023-08 |
| Inputs analog | 2 |
| Outputs analog | 2 |
| Max resolution bit (kHz) | 24-bit / 192 kHz |
| Mic preamps | 1 |
| Connection | usb_c |
| Midi io | No |
| Bus powered | Yes |
Source: sweetwater.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by thomannmusic.com. $159.99 confirmed (Sweetwater/Focusrite US). 1 mic preamp + 1 instrument input (2 analog input jacks), USB-C, 24-bit/192 kHz, bus-powered, no MIDI — confirmed. Released August 2023 (Focusrite 4th Gen launch 24 Aug 2023). Original draft source us.focusrite.com/products/scarlett-solo replaced with live Sweetwater listing.
Is the Scarlett Solo 4th Generation worth it vs cheaper audio interfaces?
Scarlett Solo 4th Generation against its closest cheaper and pricier audio interfaces on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 17 ranked
| Product | Price | Inputs analog | Outputs analog | Max resolution bit (kHz) | Mic preamps | Connection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarlett Solo 4th Generation this | $159.99 | 2 | 2 | 24-bit / 192 kHz | 1 | usb_c |
| Studio 24c | $157.99 | 2 | 2 | 24-bit / 192 kHz | 2 | usb_c |
| UR22C | $189 | 2 | 2 | 32-bit / 192 kHz | 2 | usb_c |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Scarlett Solo 4th Generation?
Only one whitelisted tester, SoundGuys, published a hands-on review of this exact model (Scarlett Solo 4th Gen), testing it over one week. It calls the unit a safe, affordable, easy plug-and-play entry interface with quality mic preamps, while flagging the missing output meter, Auto Gain and Clip Safe. No lab measurements were taken. Praised: Easy plug-and-play setup, recording into any major DAW within minutes; Quality mic preamp produces clean recordings even with affordable mics; Compact, durable aluminum chassis that travels well; Hi-Z instrument input drives amp sims with no perceptible latency. Flagged: No output metering; Lacks Auto Gain and Clip Safe found on the 2i2/4i4; Air mode only works over the XLR input, not the instrument input; Single input/output limits multi-source recording. (From 1 tester review, 1 lab-tested.)
How much does the Scarlett Solo 4th Generation cost?
The Scarlett Solo 4th Generation has a US price of $159.99 (MSRP, US Focusrite store / Sweetwater), as of 2026-06-19.
How does the Scarlett Solo 4th Generation compare on price?
At $160, the Scarlett Solo 4th Generation is #5 cheapest of the 17 audio interfaces we track, where the median is $199.95.
When was the Scarlett Solo 4th Generation released?
The Scarlett Solo 4th Generation was released 2023-08.
What are the Scarlett Solo 4th Generation's key specs?
Scarlett Solo 4th Generation (Focusrite): inputs analog 2, outputs analog 2, max resolution bit khz 24-bit / 192 kHz, mic preamps 1, connection usb_c. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $159.99 at sweetwater.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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Step up
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- M2 $199.95
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