Scarlett 2i2 v3 worth it over v2?

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Scarlett 2i2 v3 worth it over v2?

Post by ampguy » Sat Dec 02, 2023 9:30 am

I'm using a v2 and it works ok. I'm wondering if the v3 is a noticeable upgrade? It's currently on sale for $99 refurbed. I notice it has the "air" mode, but I'm not sure from reviews if I would use that much. I record into garageband on an ipad or audacity with the focusrite.

I realize there's a v4 out, but definitely don't need that. 99% of the time these are used for Roon endpoint DACs, and 1% for home recording.

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Re: Scarlett 2i2 v3 worth it over v2?

Post by trodden » Sat Dec 02, 2023 11:32 am

AMPGUY!!! Good to "see" you!

As for your question, i have no clue. I picked up a Clarett over the last year and have been enjoying it though.

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Re: Scarlett 2i2 v3 worth it over v2?

Post by ampguy » Sat Dec 02, 2023 12:21 pm

Do you use the "air" mode much?

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Re: Scarlett 2i2 v3 worth it over v2?

Post by trodden » Sat Dec 02, 2023 12:46 pm

ampguy wrote:
Sat Dec 02, 2023 12:21 pm
Do you use the "air" mode much?
Haven't even touched it.

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Re: Scarlett 2i2 v3 worth it over v2?

Post by Nick Sevilla » Mon Dec 04, 2023 10:00 am

Well, it should be better.

One better.

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Re: Scarlett 2i2 v3 worth it over v2?

Post by Rêve Vague » Sat Dec 09, 2023 5:49 am

I'm not sure how the V2 monitoring is but on the 3rd generation, hitting the "Direct Monitor" button drops the headphone volume considerably.
When I'm tracking with it, this feature drives me a bit crazy and I have to pop one earphone off to properly monitor the sound in the room.

If the V2 doesn't have this issue, I would stick with what you have.
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