The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 has two combination jack inputs that can accept both XLR and 1/4-inch line level or instrument level inputs.
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If you don’t want to use that input, you also have the option of doing a loopback from your computer using the USB 3-4.Īnother great feature on Mackie is the blend knob, which blends between the audio software that you’re using and the zero-latency inputs on your audio mixer. There is also a headphone jack or AUX input on channel 5/6. Mackie also has stereo 1/4-inch line level input with its own volume knob.
But, you have to use the High-Z button if you’re plugging an instrument like an electric guitar. So you can plug in an electric guitar or bass guitar directly into the mixer. On Mackie ProFX6v3, there are two combination jack inputs that accept XLR as well as 1/4-inch inputs (both line level and instrument level).
The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 has an air mode which can color the sound of your recording. Mackie also has 24 different effects built into the effects engine. In contrast, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 doesn’t have any EQ. Mackie ProFX6v3 has a 2 band EQ, which allows you to change the tone of your microphone. Mackie ProFX6v3 has a power switch, and it also has external power, whereas Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 doesn’t come with a power switch, and it is bus-powered. But, Mackie has an EIN of -126 while Focusrite has an EIN rating of -128, which means Mackie is just a little bit noisier than Focusrite. This is a critical 4 dB difference for some microphones like the Shure SM7B. Mackie ProFX6v3 has a gain of 60 dB while Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 has a gain of 56 dB, which means Mackie has 4 dB extra gain. Mackie ProFX6v3 and Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 both have 48V phantom power, so you can connect a condenser microphone with both of these audio mixers. Quick Answer: We recommend the Mackie ProFX6v3 over the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 for every use case, such as home recording, live streaming, or live events, especially if space isn’t an issue. Both of these devices are popular for home studios, recording, and live streaming. Let’s compare the Mackie ProFX6v3 Audio Mixer against the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface.