Focusrite Clarett+ 4Pre USB Audio Interface

Overview

The Focusrite Clarett+ 4Pre is a versatile 18-in/8-out USB audio interface designed to bring high-quality analogue sound and flexible connectivity to home and professional recording studios. With four Clarett+ microphone preamps, two JFET instrument inputs, four additional line inputs, ADAT expansion, S/PDIF, MIDI, dual headphone outputs, and high-performance 24-bit/192kHz conversion, it provides a powerful foundation for recording, production, mixing, and expanding studio setups.

Key Features

• 18-in/8-out USB audio interface
• Four Clarett+ high-headroom microphone preamps
• Two high-impedance JFET instrument inputs
• Four additional balanced line inputs
• Four balanced analogue line outputs
• All-analogue Air mode with impedance switching
• Eight channels of ADAT digital input
• Coaxial S/PDIF input and output
• MIDI input and output via 5-pin DIN
• Two independent headphone outputs
• 24-bit/192kHz converters with up to 124dB dynamic range
• Low-noise, low-distortion analogue circuitry
• USB-C connectivity for Mac, Windows, and iPadOS
• Focusrite Control 2 for routing, monitoring, and hardware control
• Includes Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools Intro+, and Hitmaker Expansion

Four Clarett+ Microphone Preamps

The four Clarett+ microphone preamps provide high headroom, low noise, and low distortion for detailed recordings. With up to 57dB of gain and a microphone input dynamic range of 118dB, they are suitable for vocals, drums, acoustic instruments, and a wide range of studio sources.

All-Analogue Air Mode

The Clarett+ 4Pre features an all-analogue Air mode with impedance switching, designed to recreate the character of Focusrite's classic ISA microphone preamps. Air mode adds presence and clarity to recordings, making it useful when you want additional openness and detail from vocals, drums, guitars, and acoustic instruments.

JFET Instrument Inputs

Two dedicated high-impedance JFET instrument inputs provide a guitar-amp-style input response designed to preserve the natural character of your instrument. Connect guitars or basses directly for recording, amp simulation, effects processing, and music production without requiring an external DI box.

High-Performance Conversion

Independent A-D and D-A converters deliver detailed audio with low distortion and up to 124dB dynamic range on the line outputs. Support for resolutions up to 24-bit/192kHz provides the accuracy and headroom needed for professional recording, editing, and mixing workflows.

Flexible Analogue Connectivity

The Clarett+ 4Pre provides four front-panel combo inputs for microphones, line-level equipment, and instruments, plus four rear-panel balanced line inputs for additional studio equipment. Four balanced outputs provide flexible connections for studio monitors, external processors, mixers, and other line-level equipment.

ADAT Expansion

The optical ADAT input provides up to eight additional digital input channels at 44.1kHz or 48kHz, or four channels at 88.2kHz or 96kHz. Connect an additional ADAT-equipped preamp such as the Clarett+ OctoPre to expand the interface for larger recording sessions and multi-microphone setups.

Dual Headphone Monitoring

Two powerful, flat-response headphone outputs make the Clarett+ 4Pre suitable for tracking and mixing with multiple performers. Each headphone output has its own level control, while the second headphone output can receive an independent mix through Focusrite Control 2 for more flexible monitoring during recording sessions.

MIDI and Digital Connectivity

Built-in MIDI input and output allow the Clarett+ 4Pre to communicate with keyboards, synthesizers, drum machines, controllers, and other MIDI equipment. Coaxial S/PDIF I/O provides additional digital connectivity, making the interface a flexible centerpiece for modern studio systems.

Focusrite Control 2

Focusrite Control 2 provides intuitive control over signal routing, monitoring, sample rate, synchronisation, and global hardware settings. It simplifies everyday recording tasks while providing more advanced routing and monitoring options when your studio workflow becomes more complex.

Included Software

The Clarett+ 4Pre includes a comprehensive selection of music-production software. The bundle includes Ableton Live Lite, Pro Tools Intro+, and the Hitmaker Expansion, featuring production tools and plugins from brands including Antares, Softube, LANDR, XLN Audio, Relab, and Brainworx.

Typical Uses

• Home and professional studio recording
• Multi-microphone recording sessions
• Vocal, drum, guitar, bass, and acoustic instrument recording
• Music production and songwriting
• Mixing and studio monitoring
• Electronic music production with hardware instruments
• Expanded recording systems using ADAT
• MIDI hardware integration
• Podcasting and content creation
• Mobile and iPad-based recording setups

Specifications

• Model: Clarett+ 4Pre
• Type: USB Audio Interface
• Simultaneous I/O: 18-in/8-out
• Microphone Inputs: 4
• Instrument Inputs: 2 JFET
• Variable Line Inputs: 4
• Fixed Line Inputs: 4
• Analogue Outputs: 4 balanced
• Headphone Outputs: 2 x 1/4-inch TRS
• ADAT: Up to 8 channels at 44.1/48kHz or 4 channels at 88.2/96kHz
• S/PDIF: Coaxial input and output
• MIDI: 1 input and 1 output via 5-pin DIN
• Air Mode: Analogue Air with impedance switching
• Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192kHz
• Resolution: 24-bit
• Mic Input Dynamic Range: 118dB A-weighted
• Line Input Dynamic Range: 118dB A-weighted
• Instrument Input Dynamic Range: 116dB A-weighted
• Line Output Dynamic Range: 124dB A-weighted
• Mic Preamp Gain Range: 57dB
• Mic Input Noise EIN: -129dBu A-weighted
• Maximum Mic Input Level: +18dBu
• Maximum Line Input Level: +26dBu
• Maximum Instrument Input Level: +15dBu
• Maximum Line Output Level: +18dBu
• Instrument Input Impedance: 2.3MΩ
• USB: USB 2.0 via USB-C
• Operating Systems: macOS, Windows, iPadOS
• Power: External 12V DC power supply
• Dimensions: 222 × 192 × 63.5mm
• Weight: 1.61kg

What's Included

• Focusrite Clarett+ 4Pre Audio Interface
• USB-C to USB-A Cable
• USB-C to USB-C Cable
• External 12V DC Mains Power Supply Unit

Why Choose the Focusrite Clarett+ 4Pre?

The Focusrite Clarett+ 4Pre combines four premium Clarett+ microphone preamps, analogue Air processing, JFET instrument inputs, high-performance conversion, ADAT expansion, MIDI, S/PDIF, and dual headphone monitoring in a compact studio interface. Its flexible I/O makes it well suited to musicians and producers who need professional recording quality today while retaining room to expand their studio setup.