Focusrite: Premium Audio for Every Producer
Focusrite’s mission has always been to produce accessible premium audio equipment that’s simple to use and sounds great. That’s as true today as it was in 1985, when Rupert Neve founded Focusrite and took its first commission from Sir George Martin and Air Studios. While still catering to the top professionals in the industry, Focusrite now produces recording options for every type of recording artist or engineer, staying true to its original mission and continuing to remove barriers to creativity.
Birth of the ISA Console Preamp
Focusrite maintained its quest to redesign and refine its original analog technology, developing it for the recording artists and engineers of today. The classic ISA amplifier is still produced, but the range of solutions has expanded to meet the needs of today’s professionals and include the remote-controlled, low latency Red range of mic pres, which have Dante interface technology and seamless integration into most DAWs.
Scarlett and Clarett Interfaces
Continuing to provide options for seasoned engineers in the field, Focusrite expanded its recording solutions with the introduction of the Scarlett and Clarett lines. Today, these 4th-generation audio interfaces offer clean, high-quality sound, multi-channel preamps with Auto Gain, and premium converters with Clip Safe distortion protection, along with the potential for ADAT expansion as one's studio expands. From the original interfaces for larger studios, the line has now expanded and offers options for the singer/songwriter, small band, and even the podcaster.
Bundled Software Breaks Creative Barriers
In 2011, Focusrite introduced their range of Scarlett USB interfaces. Since then, the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 has gone on to become one of the world’s best-selling USB audio interfaces — not to mention a best-seller at Sweetwater. Continuing with their mission to remove barriers to creativity, Focusrite provided superb plug-in software along with the interface. This is still the case today, with the Hitmaker expansion of bundled software included free with Scarlett and Clarett+.
RedNet Handles Large Installations
Also in 2011, Focusrite introduced NAMM to their new RedNet series of interfaces. Using Dante digital AoIP and offering almost zero latency, RedNet offers up to 512 channels of I/O and can support 24-bit/192kHz resolution. They are ideal for large installations such as live venues and just need an Ethernet cable and a network switch to get going. They are also compatible with a range of options, including analog, Mac, Windows and Pro Tools | HD.
Clarett+ Interfaces Lead in Class
Focusrite continues to redesign and redefine quality with its offering of the remarkable Clarett+ series of USB audio interfaces, which offer premium-quality sound for a range of scenarios. With a class-leading 119dB dynamic range and ADAT expandability, Clarett+ includes the impressive Air mode. Emulating the classic ISA110 mic preamp and offering presence and shine to recordings, it takes Focusrite full circle to where it began.
Vocaster: Tools for Creators
Content creators searching for an easy way to deliver a studio-quality podcast need look no further than the Vocaster series of Focusrite microphones and podcasting interfaces. These amazing studio tools arm you with powerful features like Auto Gain for stress-free level calibration, Enhance for one-click voice processing, and convenient connections for your smartphone, camera, and more. Besides the Vocaster One and Vocaster Two podcasting interfaces, the Focusrite Vocaster series also includes the excellent-sounding Vocaster DM14v broadcast microphone and an array of all-encompassing bundles. No matter what type of podcast you're creating, the Focusrite Vocaster series will ensure that it sounds amazing.
Around-the-clock Focusrite Support
Focusrite’s commitment to producing the best music technology for every music maker is backed by a dedicated support team. Whether you want to build a complete multi-integration facility or just record your guitar at home, Focusrite has a solution for your needs and continues to remove barriers to creativity by producing high quality audio technology.
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