4th Gen. Focusrite Scarlett Series Interfaces – Solo, 2i2 and 4i4
October 19, 2023
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The Air mode on Focusrite Scarlett 3rd Gen. interfaces emulates the famous boost in the mid-high frequency range of Focusrite’s original ISA mic preamps at the famous AIR Studios, adding unique high-end detail which was a renowned characteristic.
Basically it adds some nice, smooth high frequency clarity which sounds tremendous on audio that needs more clarity.
“Air mode breathes life into vocals, adding unique high-end detail.” (from the Focusrite website)
When recording podcasts, guests will often use a non-professional microphone like earbuds or the built-in computer microphone because they don’t own any other microphones. In some of those cases the Air button can make the guest sound less muffled by adding clarity.
Even some “darker sounding” professional microphones like the Shure SM7b can sound much better after activating Air mode on a Focusrite Scarlett 3rd Gen. interface.
Focusrite’s 3rd Generation Scarlett interfaces include input/output configurations to suit almost any situation; choose from Solo, 2i2, 4i4 8i6, 18i8 or 18i20, which range from 1-8 XLR inputs.
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The same facility is on the Focusrite Clarett (like my 2Pre).
It certainly helps.
works good with my blue yeti pro
Does the “Air” feature on solo 3rd only function with the XLR (mic) input?
I believe so, but I recommend verifying with Focusrite.
What does Air and Inst. mean? when do I use them
I have a Scarlett 2i2
The Air button adds clarity – use it if you want more clarity. The instrument input is for directly plugging in instruments like electric guitars and basses, etc.
What’s the difference between LINE and INSTRUMENT?
INSTRUMENT is expecting an electric guitar, etc. plugged directly into it.
LINE is expecting any signal which is already at line level, like a microphone which has already been preamplified or the output of other audio equipment, etc.