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About the brand Focusrite

Focusrite was created in 1985 by Rupert Neve. Initially, Sir George Martin asked Neve to build console expansions and modules for the Neve consoles at AIR Studios in London and Montserrat. These consoles and expansions are still in operation at AIR Studio 1 in Lyndhurst and elsewhere. Since 1985, Focusrite has continued to offer innovative, intuitive solutions that are simple to install and use for the widest audience.

2011 is an important year for Focusrite as it marks the release of the very first generation of Scarlett. At that time, the user experience with audio interfaces was very unpredictable. Sometimes they worked, sometimes they didn't. For Focusrite, this was not enough. They therefore decided to release a portable interface, durable thanks to its brushed aluminum chassis, and above all: with stable and solid drivers.

In 2016, the second generation was unveiled, with improved audio performance and the ability to record up to 196kHz.

Finally, since 2019, the third generation of Scarlett has been launched, with even more appeal for a wide range of artists. Focusrite created the Easy Start Tool, making the installation and configuration of your interface even simpler. Many improvements were also made: notably USB-C connectivity and audio enhancements. Focusrite also introduced the Air function, which offers a classic sound and adds another dimension to the recording quality already provided by the Scarlett interfaces.