Really well explained. I had feedback/unwanted noise on my jbl 305p Mkii 5 powered monitor speakers. Swapped the cables to balanced and it was so much better.
If u don't already grab a power conditioner rack 😉🐼 you'll have crystal clean power and as a result better mixes and a safer setup for ur monitor against dirty un controlled energy 😉
Great video information as usual Kett! I just wish you showed us the internals of the cables as well because, as a noob for cabling, all I know is that the balanced cabling is a stereo and an unbalanced connection is a mono signal connection. My question is; 1. Does the balanced cable need to have 3-way connections (1 ground ; 2 audio L & R) for the ring and 1 for the tip? or 2. Can you just use a MONO CABLE (1 ground ; 1 audio) and just jump the ring and tip all together? Because we all know that the Scarlett output (Left and Right) have mono signals right? It leaves me to think that if we connect BALANCED CABLES to a mono output(1 Scarlett output L or R) and mono input(1 Speaker L or R) which only connects the TIP and GROUND part of the TRS, then the RING side is left with no connection to both sides but "still helps" the signal to prevent the noise right? Like a noise gate?
A Balanced signal isn't stereo, it's two of the same signal, but one is inverted. That's why it needs 3 poles (tip, ring, sleeve). You can use a "mono" cable, but that is an unbalanced signal given that it only has one pole for audio (the tip) and one common ground (ring and sleeve are effectively joined). Additionally, while the signal out from the Scarlett is mono per channel, it's a 3 pole signal for Left and Right and if you look at any tear down video, you will see the 3 contact poles in the L and R output jacks, thus making it balanced or unbalanced depending on the cable you use.
Thank you for being so thorough. I'm a bit a noob with this kinda thing and bought my speakers without realising I needed them to have 1/4 inch inputs. I thought I was going to have to buy new speakers but this helped me!
Thank you! first time getting my audio interface, once i got it i realized i dont have the right speakers or cables to hook it up with! now i definitely know what to get and how to fix any future issues!
great videos.....wud have been better for me had you shown an example of how an Arturia mk3 with very limited interface be hooked up to this whole jing bang set up....because that still confuses the beginner like me....... that held me back from gettin the Arturia.....thanks for the instructions on the speakers and cables...very clear instructions
Lovely, becaose of your help I set up everything. The one thing what I would like to get help please may I have advice how to connect this microphone model to computer or Scarlett 2i2? It's usb cable for this microphone. I will much appreciate Ur help. Regards Sylvia
Thanks for covering RCA! I’ve got these older Cerwin-Vega monitors for the time being. Shout out to all the other broke folks out there messin’ with RCA cables and just kinda doing our best lol.
Hi bro. Could you please explain how to connect yamaha hs4 to scarlett 2i2 please? Is the only way to connect is XLR cables? Is it possible to use TLS or TRS?
Yes, both of those methods (1 and 2) are balanced connections which will offer the cleanest path for your signal. However, as with many things, the relative quality of the cables might make some difference. For example, a junky set of balanced cables may not perform as well as a good-quality set, regardless of which type of plug is on the speaker end of the cable (XLR vs. 1/4" balanced).
Just dropping a note regarding the AV40s -- the spec for the AV40 supports balanced TRS. I think this was to demonstrate that unbalanced will work too? Other than that, thanks for making this because I like it when I randomly end up with an identical setup demonstrated on a video; setting up the scalett in a couple days. Thanks!
In case of Scarlett Solo: does the 4rd method allow connecting with only one speaker? The Scarlett Solo has only one pair of the Left-RIght line outputs, and from my understanding a cable like this will have 2 jacks and 2 RCAs which are for one speaker. What the heck? :D
This is great! But here is my problem, I am using the 4th method. I have iLoud Micro Monitor. Great speaker, but there is no Aux or Headphone port. What I am doing I am using he Line 6 POD Go processor, when I connect the iLoud monitors to the Amp Out of the Line 6 Port, I can hear the amp, but when I connect my headphones to the Line 6, I still hear the amp, not the headphones. But I do have an audio interface, the Focusrite 2i2. I am going to see if this works.
Very helpful video and unfortunately my new KEF LS50 wireless II speakers for $2700 only offer RCA! At least I bought the right cables after watching your video and before the speakers arrive next week.
Hi, I want to connect two active monitors "Focal Alpha Evo 50" on this 2i2 via TRS. these monitors have sensitivity of +4dBu and the 2i2 has a +10dBu output level "variable", so i wonder if it fits together? Thank you
Hi, thank you for this video. I have a question: can I connect the output lines of my Scarlett 2i2 to the input lines of my hi-fi audio system instead of an active speaker? Another question: can I connect it to my guitar amplifier without damaging the interface?
what about if your current setup is dual xlr to single trs cable? Can I plug that single trs part of the cable to the "headphone" port of the 212? I can avoid paying $40 for new cables that way.
can i use the scarlet output as lineout outputs such that I can plug them into rca inputs of a hifi tube amp? I'm worried about the fact that you can drive the outputs with a volume knob, seams amplified
I was wondering if there is a difference between the sound coming from the direct monitor vs. the line outputs on the back of the scarlett? We are getting a slight buzz from the back outputs while there is crystal clean sound coming from the direct monitor.
I've connected monitors to my Scarlett via XLR cable but I don't get any output to them even if I select the Scarlett as my output on the computer. Do you have any advice? I'm stuck
Hi my friend, great video! Apologies if this is a silly question, but is there any reason you use both a red and black TRS cable in the first solution? Is it simply to distinguish between the two? I should be good if I get two of the same correct?
Thank you for this very helpful video! Quick question: You plugged the cable into the left output but then connected the cable to the monitor to your right. You did the same with the XLR cable. Shouldn't the left output be connected to the left monitor? Thank you again for this vid!
I'm looking to use a guitar into a Focusrite Solo with Amplitube, don't plan on recording, so can I use one speaker ? thought this maybe a Avantone Active MixCube speaker would work, what's your thoughts ? and what king of cable would work ?
What about PA speakers, can I use 2i2 with PA speakers for gig-s, would that work? Can someone just explain me what parts pa system has, do i need just a pair of them or do i need some external piece? And would pa speakers ruin the sound i get from interface or would it sounds similar do hadphones, just louder? :D
Hi, is it possible to connect an interface like this to a normal speaker (ie not a pair of monitors for music production) via auxilary cable? The kind you plug to the green headphone jack of a laptop?
I just bought a scarlett unit, and whenever I plug it on my computer I can hear a hissing sound if I turn the gain to max. Is there anything I can do? or is it normal?
Yeah, that's normal. Any time you turn a pre-amp up past 8-9 out of 10, you'll notice that hiss. This is why people use a cloudlifter or other inline preamp for hard-to-power microphones.
I am planning to get a studio monitor and a audio interface. But i want one studio speakers is, my thoughts are on a rokit speaker. are there then anny issue's if I use 1 speaker?
I just bought the Yamaha HS5 and it's the worst experience ever. Going back to my old Audio Pro T14. I have balanced TRS cables and a Focusrite Scarlet 2i2.
Always thought the Yamaha HS5 are great speakers ! Which problem did you have ? Would be good to know as i have pair of HS5 on the way and just ordered a 2I2 3rg Generation today
@@gulchugani8686 My biggest problem was the lack of bass and the synthetic overall sound. I must admit that with modern electronic music, they sounded great. Had I known this from the begining, I would have bought the subwoofer to assist the speakers. But I am happy with my old Audio Pro T14. They have a more authentic and rich sound.
@@louisfifteen Thanks for your reply. I am also looking to order the Focusrite Scarlet 212 -3 Gen. i see there a new 4 generation but maybe its wat too much for my needs, as listen Spotify, Podcast, RUclips etc. Let me know if I am on the right track. All with Mac. One more question. Do I need to install all the bundle software that comes with the 212? If my main use mainly will be listen audio etc? Thanks!
@@gulchugani8686 You are welcome, the Scarlett 2i2-3.gen. is fully sufficient as a sound card for music streaming. I'm the kind of guy who always buy the newest, so if it was me, I would get the 4.gen. For the purpuse you describe here you only need to install the drivers for the device. No need for software bundles if you don't use it for music production.
Finally, someone who covers and explains the different methods of hooking up an audio interface to speakers. Well done.
Perfectly described...understandable without the burden of unnecessary showmanship! refreshing...thank you!
Really well explained. I had feedback/unwanted noise on my jbl 305p Mkii 5 powered monitor speakers. Swapped the cables to balanced and it was so much better.
If u don't already grab a power conditioner rack 😉🐼 you'll have crystal clean power and as a result better mixes and a safer setup for ur monitor against dirty un controlled energy 😉
Great video information as usual Kett!
I just wish you showed us the internals of the cables as well because, as a noob for cabling, all I know is that the balanced cabling is a stereo and an unbalanced connection is a mono signal connection. My question is;
1. Does the balanced cable need to have 3-way connections (1 ground ; 2 audio L & R) for the ring and 1 for the tip? or
2. Can you just use a MONO CABLE (1 ground ; 1 audio) and just jump the ring and tip all together?
Because we all know that the Scarlett output (Left and Right) have mono signals right? It leaves me to think that if we connect BALANCED CABLES to a mono output(1 Scarlett output L or R) and mono input(1 Speaker L or R) which only connects the TIP and GROUND part of the TRS, then the RING side is left with no connection to both sides but "still helps" the signal to prevent the noise right? Like a noise gate?
A Balanced signal isn't stereo, it's two of the same signal, but one is inverted. That's why it needs 3 poles (tip, ring, sleeve). You can use a "mono" cable, but that is an unbalanced signal given that it only has one pole for audio (the tip) and one common ground (ring and sleeve are effectively joined). Additionally, while the signal out from the Scarlett is mono per channel, it's a 3 pole signal for Left and Right and if you look at any tear down video, you will see the 3 contact poles in the L and R output jacks, thus making it balanced or unbalanced depending on the cable you use.
So many thanks for sharing with such a great pedagogy ! I'm 58 ; building my homestudio and your tuto helped me a lot - a very lot :)
Thank you for being so thorough. I'm a bit a noob with this kinda thing and bought my speakers without realising I needed them to have 1/4 inch inputs. I thought I was going to have to buy new speakers but this helped me!
I really appreciate the info, and the community. It's not fun investing in components that are incompatible. Stuff gets expensive fast
100%. It's not cheap.
Thank you! Simple, straight forward tutorial on cables for studio monitors (and bonus: you even used the yamaha monitors that I have ordered!!)
Thank you! first time getting my audio interface, once i got it i realized i dont have the right speakers or cables to hook it up with! now i definitely know what to get and how to fix any future issues!
great videos.....wud have been better for me had you shown an example of how an Arturia mk3 with very limited interface be hooked up to this whole jing bang set up....because that still confuses the beginner like me....... that held me back from gettin the Arturia.....thanks for the instructions on the speakers and cables...very clear instructions
What is the reason for connecting the right output from the audio interface to the left speaker?
The only video on RUclips that's super helpful. Thanks for making this
Lovely, becaose of your help I set up everything. The one thing what I would like to get help please may I have advice how to connect this microphone model to computer or Scarlett 2i2? It's usb cable for this microphone. I will much appreciate Ur help. Regards Sylvia
Very clear information and presentation - many thanks
Thanks for covering RCA! I’ve got these older Cerwin-Vega monitors for the time being. Shout out to all the other broke folks out there messin’ with RCA cables and just kinda doing our best lol.
No shame in that! Glad the video helped!
Hi bro. Could you please explain how to connect yamaha hs4 to scarlett 2i2 please? Is the only way to connect is XLR cables? Is it possible to use TLS or TRS?
You didn´t miss any detail, thank you so much for your time for beginers thats all We need, Bless!
Hi, my Alexa Speakers only have 1 line-in 3.5mm input. How do I connect the scarlet to it please?
Are method 1 and 2 equivalent in terms of quality and interference protection?
Yes, both of those methods (1 and 2) are balanced connections which will offer the cleanest path for your signal. However, as with many things, the relative quality of the cables might make some difference. For example, a junky set of balanced cables may not perform as well as a good-quality set, regardless of which type of plug is on the speaker end of the cable (XLR vs. 1/4" balanced).
Just dropping a note regarding the AV40s -- the spec for the AV40 supports balanced TRS. I think this was to demonstrate that unbalanced will work too?
Other than that, thanks for making this because I like it when I randomly end up with an identical setup demonstrated on a video; setting up the scalett in a couple days. Thanks!
can i run my xlr mic and stereo monitors at same time with my scarlett 2i2? is it powerful enough for both?
can the Scarlett 2i2 be used with guitar amp and DSLR camera together
Very helpful! Love your videos and the way you explain audio!
In case of Scarlett Solo: does the 4rd method allow connecting with only one speaker? The Scarlett Solo has only one pair of the Left-RIght line outputs, and from my understanding a cable like this will have 2 jacks and 2 RCAs which are for one speaker. What the heck? :D
Thank you. Your demo was really very informative.
This is great! But here is my problem, I am using the 4th method. I have iLoud Micro Monitor. Great speaker, but there is no Aux or Headphone port. What I am doing I am using he Line 6 POD Go processor, when I connect the iLoud monitors to the Amp Out of the Line 6 Port, I can hear the amp, but when I connect my headphones to the Line 6, I still hear the amp, not the headphones. But I do have an audio interface, the Focusrite 2i2. I am going to see if this works.
thanks, I have a Focusrite Scarlett and I'm looking to get the Yamaha studio monitors. thank you for the information!!
Bonjour j'ai une scarlett solo 3eme g et je voudrais brancher mes enceintes Yamaha hs4. Quel cables dois-je utiliser des TSR ?
For USB interface noise, use ifi usb defender
How to put the guitar there (scarlet) at the same time?
Hi , is there any sound quality difference if using a XLR to TRS cable?
Very helpful video and unfortunately my new KEF LS50 wireless II speakers for $2700 only offer RCA! At least I bought the right cables after watching your video and before the speakers arrive next week.
Thank you! This video was very helpful and the fix i was looking for so much since i found it here, Thanks for that too!
THANK You so much! 😘 a video that explains well different solutions of setting up connections! 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩
Couldn't I just connect the a40s to the front of the scarlett with a jack adapter? Would that give me a lower sound quality for some reason?
Hi, I want to connect two active monitors "Focal Alpha Evo 50" on this 2i2 via TRS.
these monitors have sensitivity of +4dBu and the 2i2 has a +10dBu output level "variable", so i wonder if it fits together?
Thank you
Hi, thank you for this video. I have a question: can I connect the output lines of my Scarlett 2i2 to the input lines of my hi-fi audio system instead of an active speaker?
Another question: can I connect it to my guitar amplifier without damaging the interface?
wow this was so helpful for a novice like me just abt to buy an audio interface.. Thanks so so much buddy😊
Hi, please can rca be connected to trs?
Gracias amigo el ultimo cable me sirvio, ya que no tengo monitores todavia
what about if your current setup is dual xlr to single trs cable? Can I plug that single trs part of the cable to the "headphone" port of the 212? I can avoid paying $40 for new cables that way.
can i use the scarlet output as lineout outputs such that I can plug them into rca inputs of a hifi tube amp? I'm worried about the fact that you can drive the outputs with a volume knob, seams amplified
I was wondering if there is a difference between the sound coming from the direct monitor vs. the line outputs on the back of the scarlett? We are getting a slight buzz from the back outputs while there is crystal clean sound coming from the direct monitor.
I've connected monitors to my Scarlett via XLR cable but I don't get any output to them even if I select the Scarlett as my output on the computer. Do you have any advice? I'm stuck
Hi my friend, great video! Apologies if this is a silly question, but is there any reason you use both a red and black TRS cable in the first solution? Is it simply to distinguish between the two? I should be good if I get two of the same correct?
Thank you, this helped!
I love your presentation. Excellent detail.
Thank you for this very helpful video! Quick question: You plugged the cable into the left output but then connected the cable to the monitor to your right. You did the same with the XLR cable. Shouldn't the left output be connected to the left monitor? Thank you again for this vid!
Thank u your the best at what u do and someone needs to let u no your very knowledgeable
what are you doing in the software tho?
How many speakers can you use with this interface? I need something that supports more than 2 speakers, but I don't know much about it.
lookin to connect my schiit stack//hifimans to the scarlet and shur smb. would I accomplish this with the rca to 1/4 cables?
Thanks for this. So helpful!
I'm looking to use a guitar into a Focusrite Solo with Amplitube, don't plan on recording, so can I use one speaker ? thought this maybe a Avantone Active MixCube speaker would work, what's your thoughts ? and what king of cable would work ?
Thanks for the video very helpful! Easy on the eye too always a bonus 😉
Super clutch man appreciate it a bunch!
I have a RCA to 1 balanced TRS (which is a 3.5 with an adaptor). Does that work? Couldn't make it work so far and I guess that's the answer lol.
What about PA speakers, can I use 2i2 with PA speakers for gig-s, would that work? Can someone just explain me what parts pa system has, do i need just a pair of them or do i need some external piece? And would pa speakers ruin the sound i get from interface or would it sounds similar do hadphones, just louder? :D
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Is "balanced" the same as "shielded"?
Thanks. Helped me a lot.
Very Helpful Video. Thank you very m🙏ch!
Is that Focusrite a decent DAC?
Dude, you´re a life saver for a dummy like me
Glad you've found the videos helpful!
Hi, is it possible to connect an interface like this to a normal speaker (ie not a pair of monitors for music production) via auxilary cable? The kind you plug to the green headphone jack of a laptop?
yes if you have a small metal TRS to aux converter, mine came with my headphones.
Is a balanced 1/4" TRS cable better than a balanced 1/4" TRS to XLR?
No. Same theoretical performance. Only the connector is different.
Thank you! really helpful
Thank you so very much this video made my day!!!!
I'm so glad!
my man, thanks for you for that explain!
Happy to help!
Can you use a phone (iPhone or Android) as audio source and connect it to the 2i2?
Yeah, you need the cables etc that we show you in this video: ruclips.net/video/MWOqL4kVGj4/видео.html But it is possible and it will work for you.
Thank you! So helpful☺️
So glad!
Mate you are so good 👍👍👍👍😊
So TRS to TRS is better or TRS to XLR is better?
Same quality
Thank you!
Very nice! Thank's
I just bought a scarlett unit, and whenever I plug it on my computer I can hear a hissing sound if I turn the gain to max. Is there anything I can do? or is it normal?
Yeah, that's normal. Any time you turn a pre-amp up past 8-9 out of 10, you'll notice that hiss. This is why people use a cloudlifter or other inline preamp for hard-to-power microphones.
Appreciate this video, thorough and easy to understand. Cheers mate!
MUITO BOM
Many thanks bud,
Thanks!
great video, thank you!
Glad you liked it!
Thanks for the video.
You bet
Awesome & Thanks :)
Prefer to read? Here's the full article: kettnercreative.com/audio-interface/connect-scarlett-2i2-to-studio-monitors-4-ways/
Noob question: why instruments always go with unbalanced cables?
U remind me of the white guy in half baked… 😂😂
I am planning to get a studio monitor and a audio interface. But i want one studio speakers is, my thoughts are on a rokit speaker. are there then anny issue's if I use 1 speaker?
You would just be hearing the left or right side of whatever you're working on. Aside from that, there's no issue.
I only listen the left monitor :(((
I just bought the Yamaha HS5 and it's the worst experience ever. Going back to my old Audio Pro T14. I have balanced TRS cables and a Focusrite Scarlet 2i2.
Always thought the Yamaha HS5 are great speakers ! Which problem did you have ? Would be good to know as i have pair of HS5 on the way and just ordered a 2I2 3rg Generation
today
@@gulchugani8686 My biggest problem was the lack of bass and the synthetic overall sound. I must admit that with modern electronic music, they sounded great. Had I known this from the begining, I would have bought the subwoofer to assist the speakers. But I am happy with my old Audio Pro T14. They have a more authentic and rich sound.
@@louisfifteen Thanks for your reply. I am also looking to order the Focusrite Scarlet 212 -3 Gen. i see there a new 4 generation but maybe its wat too much for my needs, as listen Spotify, Podcast, RUclips etc. Let me know if I am on the right track. All with Mac. One more question. Do I need to install all the bundle software that comes with the 212? If my main use mainly will be listen audio etc? Thanks!
@@gulchugani8686 You are welcome, the Scarlett 2i2-3.gen. is fully sufficient as a sound card for music streaming. I'm the kind of guy who always buy the newest, so if it was me, I would get the 4.gen. For the purpuse you describe here you only need to install the drivers for the device. No need for software bundles if you don't use it for music production.
So I came here to see how to connect RCA to f.e. a Focusrite 212 TRS, only to realize my M-Audio BX4 has TRS XD facepalm.
Oh boy them monitors are dusty on the top, haha
Great Insight !!!
thank you! :GHzdr gopew