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Focusrite iTrack Solo - Audio Interface for iPad, Mac and PC

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Focusrite iTrack Solo - Audio Interface for iPad, Mac and PC
Key Features
  • 2 Input/2 Output USB Audio Interface
  • Supports iPads 1-4, Air, mini, Mac, PC
  • XLR/TS Microphone/Instrument Input
  • Audio Resolution up to 24-bit/96 kHz
The Apple-certified Focusrite iTrack Solo Audio Interface for iPad, PC & Mac is a portable recording solution that's made for the iPad, Mac computers, and Windows PCs. It supports 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Generation iPads via an included DEVICE LINK 30-pin cable, and it supports the 4th Generation iPad, iPad Air, iPad mini, and iPad mini with Retina Display via an optional 30-pin to Apple Lightning Adapter.
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Focusrite iTrack Solo Overview

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The Apple-certified Focusrite iTrack Solo Audio Interface for iPad, PC & Mac is a portable recording solution that's made for the iPad, Mac computers, and Windows PCs. It supports 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Generation iPads via an included DEVICE LINK 30-pin cable, and it supports the 4th Generation iPad, iPad Air, iPad mini, and iPad mini with Retina Display via an optional 30-pin to Apple Lightning Adapter.

The iTrack Solo features a Focusrite microphone preamplifier, along with an XLR microphone and 1/4" instrument inputs and dual RCA phono monitor outputs. A Direct Monitor Switch eliminates any latency during recording. The unit supports a digital resolution of up to 24-bit/96 kHz and includes a host of free music making software including Ableton Live Lite 8 and the Focusrite Scarlett Plug-In Suite, the latter providing several audio editing tools including gate and reverb, compression, and EQ.

The Focusrite Red 2 and Red 3 Plug-In Suite (AAX, Audio Units, VST) delivers accurately modeled plug-ins based on the classic Focusrite Red 2 EQ and Red 3 Compressor hardware. The plug-ins allow for conveniently exploring the sound of the hardware originals from within Pro Tools (10 and above), along with other audio software. The software is a free download for new and current owners of the iTrack Solo.

The iTrack Solo is equipped with unique LED signal halos, which surround the two gain knobs. They turn green when your recording is at the appropriate level, but if your recording starts to clip, the LEDs change from green to red. Plus, the device supports 48V phantom power and there's even a 1/4" TRS headphone jack. The iTrack Solo also features a USB 2.0 port, as well as a DEVICE LINK port for connecting to your iPad. Other features include a Kensington Lock Slot, large monitor level dial and a silver soft-touch aluminum unibody chassis that matches the iPad's modern aesthetic.

iPad, Mac, and PC Support
- Supports 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Generation iPads via an included 30-pin connection cable
- Supports the 4th Generation iPad, iPad Air, iPad mini, and iPad mini with Retina Display via an optional 30-pin to Apple Lightning adapter
- Supports all iPad applications that use the Apple Core Audio driver
- Works with Mac and PC computers
High-Quality Mic Preamp
The preamp design on the iTrack Solo is the same design as used in the Scarlett and Saffire audio interface ranges, which is used and trusted by top musicians and artists around the world
High-Quality Outputs
With a dynamic range of over 105 dB, your music will sound amazing going out of the iTrack Solo's professional digital to analogue conversion
Rugged Metal Unibody Case
The tough aluminum unibody chassis ensures that your iTrack Solo can withstand life on the road, and it will match the modern aesthetic of your iPad
Unique Signal Halos
The gain halos which surround the gain knob for each input provide an easy way to know that the signal you're recording is the right level. It will show green when the signal is at a good level (above -24 dBFS). If it turns to red, you know that the signal is too loud and is therefore clipping - if this happens, simply reduce the gain until the halo returns to green
Direct Monitor Function
Flick the direct monitor switch on the front panel of your iTrack Solo and you will hear what you are recording through your speakers or headphones, without the signal having to go through your iPad, Mac or PC. This avoids the possibility of "latency" (a slight time delay) being introduced by your music app, which can be distracting while recording
Included Software for Mac & PC
Inside the box you'll find a code which will unlock Ableton Live Lite 8, as well as Focusrite's Scarlett plug-in suite. Compatible with all major DAWs (digital audio workstations) on Mac and PC, Scarlett plug-in suite provides EQ, compression, gate and reverb. The Focusrite Red 2 and Red 3 Plug-In Suite (AAX, Audio Units, VST) delivers accurately modeled plug-ins based on the classic Focusrite Red 2 EQ and Red 3 Compressor hardware.

Focusrite iTrack Solo Specs

System
Audio Interface
2 in / 2 out USB audio interface
Conversion
96 kHz, 24-bit conversion
Mic Preamps
1 x Focusrite microphone preamplifier
Chassis
Silver "soft-touch" aluminum unibody chassis
Front Panel
1 x XLR microphone input
1 x 1/4" instrument input (unbalanced)
2 x gain knobs
2 x gain halo signal indicators
48V phantom power switch
Direct monitor switch
Large monitor level dial (controls headphone & line level outputs)
USB connection LED indicator
1 x 1/4" TRS headphone output jack
Rear Panel
2 x RCA phono monitor outputs (unbalanced)
DEVICE LINK port (to connect iTrack Solo to iPad)
USB 2.0 port
Kensington Lock Slot
Analog Performance
Mic Input Performance
Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (± 0.2 dB)
THD+N: <0.002 (minimum gain, -1 dBFS input with 22 Hz / 22 kHz bandpass filter)
Equivalent Input Noise (EIN): < -120 dB measured at minimum gain with, -1 dBFS (20 Hz / 22 kHz bandpass filter)
Gain Range: +10 to +55 dB
Max Input Level: -3 dBu
Instrument Input Performance
Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (± 0.2 dB)
THD+N: 0.003% (measured with -1 dBFS input and 22 Hz / 22 kHz bandpass filter)
Noise: -87 dBu (22 Hz / 22 kHz bandpass filter)
Gain Range: -10 to +55 dB
Max Input Level: -3 dBu
Instrument Output Performance
Nominal Output Level: 0 dBFS = +9 dBu (unbalanced)
Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (± 0.2 dB)
Noise: -87 dBu (22 Hz / 22 kHz bandpass filter)
Gain Range: +10 to +55 dB
Max Input Level: -3 dBu
Mic Output Performance
Nominal Output Level: 0 dBFS = +10 dBu (balanced)
Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (± 0.2 dB)
THD+N: <0.001% (measured with 0 dBFS input 22 Hz / 22 kHz bandpass filter, un-weighted)
Digital AD/DA Performance
Clock Sources
Internal clock only
Dynamic Range
A-D Dynamic Range: 105 dB A-weighted (all inputs)
Converter Chipset A-D Dynamic Range: 114 dB
D-A Dynamic Range: 105 dB A-weighted (all outputs)
Converter Chipset D-A Dynamic Range: 114 dB
Sample Rates
Supported Sample Rates for Mac & PC: 44.1, 48.0, 88.2 and 96.0 kHz
Supported Sample Rates for iPad: 44.1 & 48.0 kHz
General
Crosstalk
Input to Input: better than 90 dB
Output to Output: better than 90 dB
Input to Output: better than 85 dB
Input Metering
Ring LED (Lit Green): signal present (-24 dBFS)
Ring LED (Lit Red): signal overload (0 dBFS) peak held for approximately 1 sec
Included Software
Ableton Live Lite 8
Focusrite Scarlett Plug-In Suite
Focusrite Red 2 and Red 3 Plug-In Suite
Novation Bass Station
Loopmasters Content (1 GB of royalty free samples)
System Requirements
Mac: Mac OS X 10.7 (Lion), 10.8 (Mountain Lion), 10.10 (Yosemite)
PC: Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit) and Windows 8
Apple iPad: iPad 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Generation
Dimensions
6.0 x 1.75 x 4.0" (150 x 45 x 100 mm)
Weight
1 lb (500 g)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.9 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.9 x 6.8 x 3.9"

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