BEACN Studio Audio Interface vs Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen
Get the Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen, narrowly. The Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen wins Audio Resolution, but only just, and the rest of the chart is...
The Ruling
BEACN Studio Audio Interface or Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen? Get the Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen, narrowly.
The Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen wins Audio Resolution — but only just, and the rest of the chart is close. It is the pricier of the two at $299.99, so the BEACN Studio Audio Interface stays the pick if $40.99 matters more than those specs.
At a Glance
Where each one actually leads
Every axis is scored out of 10 from the catalog specs below. The scores are relative to the products on this page, so a 10 means “best of these”, not “perfect”, and two identical columns mean the catalog genuinely cannot separate them. Axes the catalog holds no figure for on both sides are left off entirely rather than guessed at.
| Category | BEACN Studio Audio Interface | Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Resolution | 6.3/10 | 10/10 |
| Preamps | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Mic Inputs | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Monitoring | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Creator Features | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Power | 10/10 | 10/10 |
The Split
What each one wins
BEACN Studio Audio Interface
Streaming-focused audio interface with creator routing, clean preamps, and low-latency monitoring.
It gives up sample rate to the Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen. It is the cheaper of the two, by $40.99.
Leads on
- Nothing on the spec sheet goes this one’s way.
Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen
Desktop audio interface intended for creator workflows, microphone input, monitoring, and clean signal routing.
On paper the Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen takes sample rate (192kHz, +144kHz). It concedes nothing measurable on the sheet. That costs $40.99 more than the BEACN Studio Audio Interface.
Leads on
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Sample Rate +144kHz192kHz48kHz
Higher sample rates capture more audio detail — important for professional recording and mixing.
Where they’re identical
These 11 specs are the same on both of them, so none of it is part of the decision.
- Connection Type usb-c, xlr, trs
- Operating System windows, macos
- Bit Depth 24-bit
- Preamp Gain 69dB
- Phantom Power Yes
- XLR Inputs 2
- Headphone Outputs 1
- Direct Monitoring Yes
- Loopback Yes
- ADAT Expansion No
- Bus Powered Yes
The Record
19 specs, grouped by area
A group is won by whoever takes more of its rows outright. Specs the catalog cannot rank are shown but never decide a group.
Bottom Line
Who each one is for
The Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen is the pick on the specs the catalog holds, but “better on paper” and “right for you” are different questions. Each case below names what the product is actually good at and who that suits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between BEACN Studio Audio Interface and Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen?
The largest gap is sample rate, where the Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen leads — 192kHz against 48kHz. Across the catalog's specification sheet the two differ on 1 spec. They match on 11 specs, including connection type, operating system and bit depth. Two audio interfaces from BEACN and Focusrite, each taking a different approach to audio quality and I/O flexibility.
Which is better for streaming, BEACN Studio Audio Interface or Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen?
Get the Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen, narrowly. The Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen wins Audio Resolution — but only just, and the rest of the chart is close. It is the pricier of the two at $299.99, so the BEACN Studio Audio Interface stays the pick if $40.99 matters more than those specs.
What do the BEACN Studio Audio Interface and Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen have in common?
Both share 11 specifications in the catalog, including connection type (usb-c, xlr, trs), operating system (windows, macos), bit depth (24-bit) and preamp gain (69dB), among others. None of those is a reason to pick one over the other.
Is the Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen worth the extra $41 over the BEACN Studio Audio Interface?
The Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 4th Gen costs $299.99 against $259.00, a difference of $41. The premium buys sample rate (192kHz). Whether that is worth it depends on which of those you would actually use.