[Archive] IKEBE LIVE SHOPPING #207 | A must-see for guitarists! Make the most of the crimson USB audio interface, Focusrite Scarlett!

The Focusrite Scarlett series is a classic USB audio interface that enjoys support worldwide. With its high-quality microphone preamps, "Air Mode," and iconic crimson design, it's a popular model chosen by many creators.

This series, which has evolved into its fourth generation "gen4" and boasts a cumulative sales record of over 6 million units, is the subject of this in-depth explanation. We will thoroughly explain its appeal, the key points of its evolution, and why it continues to be chosen by so many.

In the broadcast, we will welcome Chiharu Oikawa and Kengo Shimizu, both active players themselves, from the distributor Sonic Agency, as guests to introduce the appeal of this device and provide detailed information on practical usage techniques.

 

Delivery date and time

April 8, 2026 (Wednesday)
Show starts at 19:00
*The content of the broadcast may be changed without prior notice. Please be aware of this in advance.

 

Appearance

Chiharu Oikawa ( SONIC Agency )
has a career in home recording, starting with DTM and teaching home recording courses for guitar users, and has since worked as a music composer, producing music for artists and commercials.

Kengo Shimizu ( Focusrite Group Japan )
works in marketing at Focusrite Group Japan Co., Ltd., while also pursuing music composition and research. His favorite speaker is the ADAM Audio S2V.

Saito ( Ikebe Musical Instruments Power Rec )
: "Power Rec sales staff. As a composer, I also provide music to online singers and Vtubers. I jumped into the world of music because I love Michael Jackson and Aikatsu! I will use the practical knowledge I have cultivated as an active composer to help customers who want to 'create music!' or 'try home recording!'"

 

Products to be introduced

Focusrite Scarlett Solo gen4 (4th Gen) (Cubase LE included) (2-in-2-out USB-C audio interface) (Focusrite)

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 gen4 (4th Gen) (2-in-2-out USB-C Audio Interface with Cubase LE) (Focusrite)

Focusrite [Pre-order item - expected to arrive May 30th] Scarlett 4i4 gen4 (Cubase LE included) (4-in/4-out USB-C audio interface) (Focusrite) (Scarlett) (4th Gen)

 

※This page is an English translation of an article from Ikebe Information.