Audio industry titan Focusrite is commemorating four decades of innovative sound engineering with the release of a strictly limited edition Scarlett 2i2 interface, featuring a striking ISA-blue chassis that pays homage to the company’s illustrious beginnings. The distinctive blue color directly references the original ISA 110 and 130 modules designed by renowned audio engineer Rupert Neve, establishing a visual connection between Focusrite’s heritage and its contemporary offerings.
Set for release in 2025, this anniversary edition maintains the technical specifications of the standard fourth-generation Scarlett 2i2 while incorporating distinctive design elements that celebrate the brand’s history. The aluminum chassis proudly displays Focusrite’s historic “ff” logo, symbolizing “foundations first,” while the underside reveals an intricate hidden design inspired by ISA 110 schematics and the Studio Console.
Blending heritage with innovation, the anniversary Scarlett 2i2 honors four decades of audio excellence through thoughtful design details.
Each unit arrives in a premium black-and-gold gift box, packaged with the complete Scarlett software collection plus three exclusive premium plugins: Sonnox Voca, Acustica Audio Rust, and Softube Opto Compressor. These additions, carefully selected to represent Focusrite’s professional audio partnerships over its 40-year journey, provide users with specialized tools for vocal production, vintage EQ emulation, and optical compression effects. The Acustica Audio Rust plugin particularly stands out as it authentically emulates legendary EQs used in creating the iconic Motown sound.
Priced at approximately $229.99, the anniversary edition will be available through official Focusrite channels and authorized dealers, though quantities are strictly limited to emphasize the collectible nature of this commemorative release. This interface serves as an ideal foundation for musicians building their first home studio setup without compromising on professional audio quality. Musicians can also use this interface to record tracks directly for streaming platforms that support high-fidelity audio options.
Phil Dudderidge, Focusrite’s chairman and founder, notes that the blue chassis represents more than aesthetics—it embodies the company’s evolution from a single commission by Sir George Martin to a global audio technology leader.
The release forms part of Focusrite’s broader 40th anniversary celebrations throughout 2025, which include social media campaigns and a retrospective timeline documenting the company’s impact on music production.
While maintaining the same reliable performance metrics as the standard red Scarlett 2i2—including two ultra-low-noise mic preamps and user-friendly Auto Gain functionality—this limited edition stands as both a functional tool and a tangible piece of audio engineering history. The interface delivers 120dB dynamic range comparable to Focusrite’s flagship RedNet converters, ensuring studio-grade recording quality in this collectible package.
