Focusrite Clarett+ 4Pre USB Audio Interface Overview
The Focusrite Clarett+ 4Pre USB audio interface is a premium, pro-quality 18-in/8-out recording solution. The Clarett+ 4Pre strikes a solid balance between the portability of the 2Pre and the more comprehensive 8Pre. As you’d expect from the Focusrite Clarett+ series, the 4Pre delivers pristine audio via its four Air-enabled mic preamps and JFET instrument inputs.
Studio-Quality Recording
Focusrite’s Clarett+ 4Pre resides between the 2Pre and 8Pre in terms of onboard channels, featuring four high-performance Clarett+ preamps. If you’re running multiple stereo sources at once, such as a pedalboard, hardware synth or keyboard, or want to capture a small multi-track session/ensemble, the 4Pre is the one we’d recommend. Compared to the larger 8Pre, the 4Pre’s more compact form factor means it can comfortably fit onto a desk in a project studio or bedroom setup. If you’re regularly on the move, the Clarett+ 4 Pre is portable enough to be shoved into a bag and taken on the road.
The Clarett+ 4Pre audio interface is equipped with an ADAT optical input, which allows you to expand the number of inputs (using a device like the Clarett+ OctoPre) if you want to run a larger session. With this handy port, you can easily adapt the Clarett+ 4Pre to any recording situation. If you’re a producer that also wants to record live sessions, you can use the Clarett+ 4Pre standalone at your studio, then pair it up with an ADAT-compatible device when it’s time to record the band.
The Focusrite Clarett + 4Pre is a fantastic, all-around interface that has enough onboard inputs to handle most home and bedroom recording applications. With its world-class preamps, compact size and impressive feature-set, the Focusrite Clarett+ 4Pre is a great choice if you’re in the market for a professional interface.
- Four high-performance Clarett+ preamps: Hear every nuance and capture clear and powerful audio with preamps that bring masses of headroom, low distortion and ultra-low noise.
- Make vocals shine with all-analogue Air: Premium, relay-controlled analogue circuitry on every preamp emulates the classic Focusrite ISA 110 by switching the impedance to 2.2kΩ and adding two cumulative high shelves, totalling a 4dB boost in the high frequencies.
- New and improved A-D and D-A converters: Create tighter mixes and make more accurate recordings with extremely high-performance, independent A-D and D-A converters, which deliver extremely low noise, low distortion and high dynamic range.
- Two improved, powerful, true-to-life analogue headphone outputs: Twin outputs provide a flat frequency response at all output levels with any type of headphones, to inspire the best-sounding recordings and mixes, and evoke amazing vocal performances.
- Two JFET instrument inputs: Dedicated, ultra-high-impedance JFET instrument inputs, with extremely wide audio bandwidth, mimic guitar amp inputs to preserve the natural tone of guitars and capture their true character.
- ADAT optical input: Expand Clarett+ 4Pre to make the most of ADAT-compatible outboard equipment such as Clarett OctoPre, with eight channels of digital expandability, perfect for every stage of your creative journey.
- Comprehensive software bundle: Get studio-grade results with the included bundle of recording software, mixing plug-ins and virtual instruments.
- Focusrite Plug-in Collective: Register to receive regular discounts and exclusive versions of the most innovative software titles.
- Focusrite Control: Easy-to-use and feature-packed software for computer and iOS devices gives you complete control over all aspects of Clarett+.
- Included Software:
- Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC – A meticulously authentic emulation of the Focusrite Studio Console.
- Red 2 & Red 3 Plug-in Suite – Accurately model Focusrite’s classic Red range equaliser and compressor hardware.
- Plug-in Collective – When you register any Focusrite hardware you gain access to the most innovative music software brands on the market.
- - Ableton Live Lite music-making software
- - 3-month subscription to Pro Tools Artist and the Avid Complete Plugin Bundle
- - 25% off Pro Tools Artist or 33% off Pro Tools Studio annual subscription
- - Fast Balancer
- - Access to the Focusrite Plug-in Collective - free software every few months
- The Hitmaker Expansion
- - Antares Auto-Tune Access
- - Relab LX480 Essentials
- - Softube Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555
- - XLN Audio Addictive Keys
- - XLN Audio Addictive Drums 2
- - Focusrite Red Plug-in Suite
- - Brainworx bx_console Focusrite SC
- - 2-month subscription to Landr Studio and five free masters to be used any time
- Clarett+ 4Pre
- 2 x USB Cable to support standard USB connector and USB Type C connector
- Power Supply
- Frequency Response 20-20kHz: ± < 0.03dB
- Frequency Response 20-35kHz: ± < 0.15dB
- Dynamic Range (min gain): 118dB
- THD+N (-1dBFS, +20dB gain): -110dB
- Noise EIN: -129dBu
- Max input level: 18dBu
- Gain range: +57dB
- Frequency Response 20-20kHz: ± < 0.05dB
- Frequency Response 20-35kHz: ± < 0.15dB
- Dynamic Range (min gain): 118dB
- THD+N (-1dBFS, min gain): -100dB
- Max input level: 26dBu
- Gain range: +57dB
- Frequency Response 20-20kHz: ± < 0.05dB
- Frequency Response 20-35kHz: ± < 0.15dB
- Dynamic Range: 118dB
- THD+N (-1dBFS): -100dB
- Max input level: +18dBu
- Frequency Response 20-20kHz: ± < 0.04dB
- Frequency Response 20-35kHz: ± < 0.15dB
- Dynamic Range: 116dB
- THD+N (-1dBFS, min gain): -96.5dB
- Max input level: 15dBu
- Gain range: +57dB
- Frequency Response 20-20kHz: ± < 0.02dB
- Frequency Response 20-35kHz: ± < 0.02dB
- Dynamic Range: 124dB
- Max Output level: 18dBu
- THD+N: -106dB
- Frequency Response 20-20kHz: <0.06dB
- Frequency Response 20-35kHz: <0.07dB
- Dynamic Range: 118dB
- THD+N: -104dB
- Max Output level: 16dBu
- Enjoy three years of warranty: Wherever you happen to be in the world, you can rely on a three-year warranty if any Focusrite hardware needs repairing or replacing due to a manufacturing fault.
