- Single Channel
- Transformer Based
- Insert Point
- Headphone Output
Introduction
In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 1,075 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Focusrite ISA One. This analysis is performed by the RR artificial intelligence and updated daily with newly submitted reviews. The RR AI utilizes a complex algorithm to first scrutinize user reviews for credibility, filtering out unreliable ones. It then proceeds to dissect and evaluate the valuable insights within these reviews, providing users with ratings regarding the features of this product. Based on these assessments, users can make informed decisions about whether this product is suitable for them or not.
Ratings Based on Features
These results are a summary of user reviews of the Focusrite ISA One. For example, 100% of 57 users who have commented on the Value for money of the Focusrite ISA One have given positive feedback.
Highlighted Customer Reviews
Showing 21 to 40 of 43 Reviews
First Preamp
Focusrite ISA One Desktop Mic Preamp
Reviewed by Paul J. on Reverb
This was my first preamp purchase. I'm a home studio guy who live-streams jazz quartets. I'm not trying to break the bank or the mold with my studio. I mainly use ribbon and dynamic mics because everyone plays in one room. (NYC life). I've been going through an entry level 8 channel Steinberg. When I crank the gain on it for my ribbons, there's just a ton of noise. Just the clean gain alone on the ISA totally changed the way everything sounds. And then the impedance options are really fun for vibe changes. Just purchased an 8 channel. Can't wait for it to come! ... More
Amazing!
Focusrite ISA One Desktop Mic Preamp
Reviewed by Matt S. on Reverb
This is a great preamp. While it's my first foray into external preamps I still have to say I'm impressed. The impedance switching brings out different characteristics in any mic (from cheap to expensive). It's also not readily obvious but you can use the DI and the Mic inputs simultaneously. You could track some DI guitar while recording a vocal or micing a cabinet simultaneously. The build is great. The color and design is very cool. I will eventually get another one or invest in the dual channel or multiple input versions.
Great value and performance
Focusrite ISA ONE - Microphone Preamp
Reviewed by DOI Digital Audio on B&H Photo Video
I bought this to supplement my Manley and Presonus preamps in my studio. The ISA One is VERY transparent, and sounds great on any mic I plug into it. Plus the headphone out option is very handy when tracking vocalists in the booth so I can hear them while I'm arming and disarming tracks without any cutout in my monitors. Great value and very portable.
Total pro work horse with incredible sound.
Focusrite ISA One Desktop Mic Preamp
Reviewed by David C. on Reverb
The first time I realized this pre sound so incredible, I double tracked a Squire Strat direct into the unit. Two tracks, left, right. I was blown away. Then I started tracking vocals, acoustics. Same. SM 58 sounded killer, 414 bigger and warmer, 412 with shaker and tamb, up front without sounding harsh.. And now my U87. Mic with low cut, Z option, DI.. Put this in front of your converters. This is a world class sounding pre for pennies on the dollar. Total no brainer.
Focusrite ISA One Desktop Mic Preamp
Reviewed by Nathan C. on Reverb
This is a beautiful preamp. It sounds open and full and the added functionality of simultaneous DI and mic input/output opens up lots of possibilities. Adding this to your signal chain is a huge improvement over standard interfaces pres. I also use it for analog summing a finished mix before mastering by passing the left and right channels through it one at a time to great effect. If you can only afford one channel, this is the one to start with.
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Great price for great pre amp.
Focusrite ISA ONE - Microphone Preamp
Reviewed by Leon on B&H Photo Video
I already have the ISA 428 and a ISA 220 so I knew the ISA ONE (which uses the same circuits)would sound great. It has a very polished quality and I love the package. If I need to go somewhere and only need one channel or need an extra channel I will grab the ISA ONE and go. Love the headphone output and the big VU meter.
A winner!
Focusrite ISA One Desktop Mic Preamp
Reviewed by Kevin J. on Reverb
Simply put, this preamp is a winner. It's clean and transparent, offers lots of routing flexibility, is built like a tank and flat out works. It has a send/return, so you can send your signal to a tube processor of some kind if desired and that alone makes this preamp worth it! You're not going to find a better preamp in this price range!
Clean Pre
Focusrite ISA ONE - Microphone Preamp
Reviewed by Philip on B&H Photo Video
Nice preamp, transparent, clean. Gotta be the quietest I've owned, it puts the pre in Focusrite's own voicemaster pro to shame. Better than the pre's in my Yamaha console Figure this will work nicely with my 416 for voice
Killer unit
Focusrite ISA One Desktop Mic Preamp
Reviewed by Chris B. on Reverb
This is a great addition to my preamp arsenal. Love my Neve and API and I wanted something that was cleaner but not sterile like the Grace and this is a winner. Very modern sounding and easy to create professional results.
Stellar Performance
Focusrite ISA ONE - Microphone Preamp
Reviewed by sqftadvisors on B&H Photo Video
Looking for pro-quality equipment with a starter budget...this is the preamp for you. This preamp was provided the perfect quality for the 'at-home' recording studio I needed, plus the guidance by the B&H staff, it was made it super easy to put my system together.
A Great Mic Pre For All Levels
Focusrite ISA One Desktop Mic Preamp
Reviewed by Joey S. on Reverb
One of the overlooked gems of the 80's this mic pre has become a modern, affordable unit capable of delivering clear sound even at high gain. Rupert Neve really hit the nail on the head with this one.
Great piece of kit
Focusrite ISA One Desktop Mic Preamp
Reviewed by Michael M. on Reverb
For a classic sound that isn't too heavy on mojo but fits just right, this is the preamp of choice. It has that classy, classic sound with just a touch of transformer sheen to it. Quite, clean, tons of gain, and excellent options with the DI.
Best price to performance period
Focusrite ISA One Desktop Mic Preamp
Reviewed by Brandon C. on Reverb
The ISA one gives you the professional sound of a console pre. It has weight, warmth, and above all detail and clarity. It will out perform any interface pre by far and even some external pres twice the price, you simply can't go wrong buying one.
Great mic preamp!
Focusrite ISA One Desktop Mic Preamp
Reviewed by Alex B. on Reverb
I use this to boost the level of my Shure SM7B to a usable level and it works great! I do wish I got the Isa Two or Four though, as its hard to find a place for this in my current setup, and a rack version would solve that problem.
Hot damn
Focusrite ISA One Desktop Mic Preamp
Reviewed by Luigi S. on Reverb
I made a cover on youtube using this pre-amp. Here's a sample of the quality of this beast. https://youtu.be/tyMF4Ebk0A0
Great Pre
Focusrite ISA One Desktop Mic Preamp
Reviewed by Hakan M. on Reverb
Love it. Adds a little brightness around the 5k-6k range which compliments the tube mic that I’m using. Also guitar DI sounds incredible and transparent. Super smooth and transparent preamp.
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Focusrite ISA One Desktop Mic Preamp
Reviewed by Charles S. on Reverb
I love this preamp and I'm just learning how to use it. It gives me great flexibility. I should have bought one years ago.
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Focusrite ISA One Desktop Mic Preamp
Reviewed by Jorge R. on Reverb
Fantástico
Focusrite ISA One Desktop Mic Preamp
Reviewed by Robbie F. on Reverb
Makes every mic I've used with it sound great
Focusrite ISA One Desktop Mic Preamp
Reviewed by Esteban C. on Reverb
Perfect companion for my Sure Sm7b
