Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen) vs M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C
Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen) vs M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C compared — specs, features, and which one to buy for your setup. See the full breakdown on CreatorConfig.
The Ruling
Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen) or M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C? Get the Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen), narrowly.
The Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen) wins Preamps and Creator Features — but only just, and the rest of the chart is close. It is also the cheaper of the two, by $59.01.
Unless…
- You need mic inputs — get the M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C.
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 | Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen) | M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Resolution | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Preamps | 10/10 | 9.2/10 |
| Mic Inputs | 5/10 | 10/10 |
| Monitoring | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Creator Features | 10/10 | 5/10 |
| Connectivity | 10/10 | 10/10 |
The Split
What each one wins
Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen)
Compact 1-mic USB-C interface for solo creators who need clean voice and instrument input.
On paper the Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen) takes loopback (Yes), dynamic range (120dB, +16dB) and preamp gain (57dB, +2dB). It gives up XLR inputs to the M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C. It is the cheaper of the two, by $59.01.
Leads on
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LoopbackYesNo
Loopback routes computer audio back into the stream without a second interface or cable.
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Dynamic Range +16dB120dB104dB
Wider converter dynamic range means less noise between the quietest and loudest parts of a take.
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Preamp Gain +2dB57dB55dB
More gain drives quiet dynamic microphones like the SM7B without a separate booster.
M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C
Desktop audio interface intended for creator workflows, microphone input, monitoring, and clean signal routing.
On paper the M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C takes XLR inputs (2, +1). It gives up loopback and dynamic range to the Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen). That costs $59.01 more than the Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen).
Leads on
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XLR Inputs +121
More XLR inputs let you record multiple microphones simultaneously.
Where they’re identical
These 10 specs are the same on both of them, so none of it is part of the decision.
- Connection Type usb-c, xlr, trs
- Sample Rate 192kHz
- Bit Depth 24-bit
- Max Sample Rate 192kHz
- Phantom Power Yes
- Headphone Outputs 1
- Direct Monitoring Yes
- ADAT Expansion No
- Bus Powered Yes
- TRS Outputs 2
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 Solo (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 Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen) and M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C?
The clearest difference is loopback, which the Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen) has and the M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C does not. Across the catalog's specification sheet the two differ on 4 specs. They match on 10 specs, including connection type, sample rate and bit depth. Two audio interfaces from Focusrite and M-Audio, each taking a different approach to audio quality and I/O flexibility.
Which is better for streaming, Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen) or M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C?
Get the Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen), narrowly. The Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen) wins Preamps and Creator Features — but only just, and the rest of the chart is close. It is also the cheaper of the two, by $59.01.
What do the Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen) and M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C have in common?
Both share 10 specifications in the catalog, including connection type (usb-c, xlr, trs), sample rate (192kHz), bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192kHz), among others. None of those is a reason to pick one over the other.
Is the M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C worth the extra $59 over the Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen)?
The M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C costs $199.00 against $139.99, a difference of $59. The premium buys XLR inputs (2). Whether that is worth it depends on which of those you would actually use.