Focusrite iTrack Solo Quickstart Guide

Getting started with the Focusrite iTrack Solo

In this guide, we will show you how to register, set up, and connect your Focusrite iTrack Solo interface with both your iPad, as well as your PC or Mac computer. Follow the instructions below to get started.

1. How to register the iTrack Solo
   • Where to find your bundled iTrack Solo software
2. Install Focusrite iTrack Solo driver (Windows users only)
3. Set up and connect your iTrack Solo
   • Connect the iTrack Solo to your iPad
4. Update your computer’s sound settings
   • Mac
   • PC

How to register the iTrack Solo

Before you get up and running, the first thing you’ll need to do is register your iTrack Solo interface with Focusrite. Once the interface is registered, you’ll receive a free copy of Ableton Live Lite, as well as the Focusrite Scarlett plug-in suite to get your creative juices flowing. 

Click the image to register your Focusrite iTrack Solo

Where to find your bundled iTrack Solo software

Once your iTrack Solo interface has been registered to your account, Focusrite will deposit licenses for Ableton Live Lite and the Scarlett plug-in suite. To access your software downloads, go to your account home page, then click My Software. For instructions on how to download and activate the Scarlett plug-in suite and Ableton Live Lite, click the links below. 

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Install Focusrite iTrack Solo driver (Windows users only)

The Focusrite iTrack Solo is class-compliant on Mac, which means no additional driver software is required. If you are using a PC, the iTrack Solo requires additional driver software to work correctly. Before you connect the interface, its driver software must first be installed. Mac users can skip this section and continue to Set up and connect your iTrack Solo.

Click the image to download the iTrack Solo USB driver for Windows.

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Set up and connect your iTrack Solo

After registration and installation, it’s time to connect the iTrack Solo. The iTrack Solo interfaces have a USB 2.0 port and a proprietary Device Link so you can connect to your iOS device. When connecting your iTrack Solo to your computer, all you need is an available USB port. After that you just need to update your computer’s sound settings.

Connecting your iTrack Solo to your iPad

The iTrack Solo is bus powered when connected to your computer. However, it will need a USB power adapter when using it with your iPad. The USB power adapters are included when you purchase an iOS device, but any USB power adapter will suffice, such as the Apple Power Adapter. It’s important to note that your iOS device will not be charged when connected via the USB power supply.

Once you’ve connecting your iTrack Solo to your iPad, launch your iOS DAW of choice, such as GarageBand, and update the app’s input. Let’s use GarageBand as an example.

Getting interference when using the iTrack Solo with an iPad

To ensure that you have the cleanest recording and playback as possible, go to the iPad’s settings and turn on Airplane mode.

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Update your computer’s sound settings

When your computer plays audio, the sound is output through a selected audio device. To choose your iTrack Solo as a Mac or PC’s audio device, you’ll need to update the Sound settings. These settings will apply to most apps and features, but most audio software has its own audio settings, too. 

That means your DAW or other related audio software needs to know what the audio device is and what inputs and outputs are being used. To test audio playback with your new iTrack Solo, update the computer’s Sound settings and then play sound from a web browser, like a video from our YouTube channel.

Mac

PC

iTrack Solo isn’t showing up on my computer

If your iTrack Solo isn’t showing up on your computer, reconnect the interface by unplugging and plugging it back in. If you have not done so yet, try reconfiguring the USB connections so that Focusrite iTrack Solo is connected directly to your computer. Sometimes USB hubs cannot provide enough power for bus-powered devices, which is especially true for hubs that do not have their own power supply (aka passive hubs). If the problem persists, try a different USB port or cable. Visit our Windows and Mac guides for more tips on resolving audio device connectivity.

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Related content

Additional resources

iTrack Solo Manual 

How to record using iPad and iTrack Solo

Knowledge Base