The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (4th Gen) is one of the most popular USB audio interfaces. It’s built for home studios, podcasting, streaming, singer-songwriters, and anyone who needs a reliable 2-in / 2-out interface with good preamps and solid conversion. Key Specs Two mic/line/instrument inputs. Conversion: up to 24-bit / 192 kHz audio. Preamps: Clean preamps with up to ~69 dB of gain on the 4th-gen model. Dynamic range: ~120dB. Unique features: Auto Gain and Clip Safe (4th-gen) — helps set input levels and avoid clipping. “Air” feature: enhanced Air mode (presence + drive) to add character to vocals or instruments. Build: Solid metal chassis, neat front-panel layout. Monitoring: Direct button for monitoring (mono/panned) on 2i2. Performance Sound Quality : Very clean, low-noise preamps. Reviewers note that the 4th-gen 2i2 sounds “smarter and cleaner” than previous generations. Headroom : The ...
Every year, Apple’s iPhone launch sparks excitement—but the iPhone 17 series feels different. With a bold new naming strategy, a razor-thin Air edition, and Pro models boasting industry-leading power, this is Apple’s most ambitious redesign in years. Whether you’re a creative professional chasing performance, a style-seeker drawn to ultra-slim design, or someone wanting a reliable daily driver, there’s an iPhone 17 tailored for you. But which one actually fits your needs—and what trade-offs come with each option? Here’s everything you need to know before making the jump. Apple’s iPhone 17 series includes four models: the iPhone 17 , iPhone 17 Air , iPhone 17 Pro , and iPhone 17 Pro Max —a significant refresh and change to naming conventions Common Highlights Across the Lineup Always-on 5G with Apple’s new C1X modem for better connection speeds, along with the N1 networking chip —adding support for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread The Verge . All models shi...