Applies to:

• Scarlett Solo, 2i2, and 2i4, (1st and 2nd Gen)
• Scarlett Solo, 2i2, and 4i4 (3rd & 4th Gens)
• Vocaster One and Vocaster Two

These instructions only apply to iPad/iPhone models that feature a lightning connector, if you have an iPad with a USB-C connector, see this article.

The Scarlett/Vocaster range of audio interfaces are class-compliant. This means they can use the Core Audio driver built into iOS. We do not officially test or support bus-powered interfaces with iPads or iPhones using a lightning connection, however, we expect them to work.

If you have a Scarlett 3rd, 4th Gen or Vocaster interface, please make sure you update the firmware on your interface first, before connecting it to an iPad. See this article for more information.

In addition to the included USB cable, to connect your interface to an iPad/iPhone, you need the following:

• An official Apple Lighting to USB 3 camera adapter or an official Apple USB to Lightning Adapter
• A powered USB hub, to power your Scarlett.

If you're using a regular Apple USB to Lightning Adapter or Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter, you should connect the devices in the following order:

The interface to the powered USB hub via USB:

The USB hub's input port to the Apple Lightning Adapter:

The Apple Adapter to the iPad/iPhone:

The powered USB hub mains adapter to a power source:

Unlock the iPad/iPhone, and you should then see a green USB light on the front of your interface:

Once connected, plug headphones or speakers into your interface:

• Play any audio from your iPad/iPhone, such as any video on YouTube, and slowly turn up the monitor level on the interface. Your iPad should now be sending audio through your interface's outputs — if you do not hear audio, please see this article: Sound issues on iOS and iPadOS.
• From here, you can use your interface as an output and input device for your iPad/iPhone, with apps that allow you to use external audio devices, such as GarageBand, or the Focusrite Impact app — if you cannot input or output audio, or input is glitchy, see this article: Sound issues on iOS and iPadOS.

If you've completed all the steps above with the recommended equipment, but you are experiencing sound issues, please see this article:

Sound issues on iOS and iPadOS