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Focusrite Clarett 2Pre USB User Manual

Focusrite Clarett 2Pre USB
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OVERVIEW
WARNING: Excessive sound pressure levels from earphones and headphones can cause
hearing loss.
WARNING: This equipment is only compatible with USB Type 2.0+ ports, or Thunderbolt 3+ ports.
More information regarding the compatibility of computer serial ports can be found at:
support.focusrite.com/hc/articles/115005994565-Scarlett-3rd-Gen-Clarett-USB-Clarett-USB-
connectivity-Do-I-need-a-USB-C-port-
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Clarett 2Pre USB, one of the family of Focusrite professional USB
audio interfaces incorporating newly-designed, high quality Clarett analogue pre-ampliers with the
unique AIR function. In conjunction with the Focusrite Control application, you now have a highly
versatile and professional solution for routing high quality audio to and from your computer recording
system, with super-low latency.
You can also use the Clarett 2Pre USB as a stand-alone interface on-stage, bringing the benets of
Focusrite’s high-quality analogue microphone preamps to your live performance.
This User Guide provides a detailed explanation of the hardware to help you achieve a thorough
understanding of the product’s operational features. We recommend you take the time to read
through the Guide, whether you’re new to computer-based recording or a more experienced user, so
you are fully aware of all the possibilities the Clarett 2Pre USB has to offer.
If either User Guide does not have the information you need, please go to support.focusrite.com,
where you can nd articles and tutorials beyond the scope of this user guide. A Getting Started video
tutorial is also available, at focusrite.com/get-started.
IMPORTANT: As well as this User Guide, you will need the Focusrite Control Software
Guide which can be downloaded from focusrite.com/downloads
This contains full details of Focusrite Control, the software application that has been
designed specically for use with the Focusrite Clarett USB range of interfaces.

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Focusrite Clarett 2Pre USB Specifications

General IconGeneral
Gain57 dB
Control typeButtons, Rotary
Sample rates44.1 - 192 kHz
On/off switchYes
Phantom power48 V
Product colorBlack
LED indicatorsPower, Signal strength, USB
Frequency range20 - 35000 Hz
Built-in displayNo
Mac operating systems supportedMac OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8.1
XLR inputs2
USB port typeUSB Type-C
Digital audio optical out1
6.35 mm (1⁄4-inch) output5
DC output voltage12 V
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth161 mm
Width210 mm
Height55 mm
Weight1360 g

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