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Update documentation for Scarlett 4th Gen and Vocaster

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The Scarlett2 Protocol Driver (also known as the Scarlett2 Mixer
Driver) is a part of the Linux kernel, enhancing the ALSA kernel
driver with additional controls for Focusrite Scarlett and Clarett
interfaces.
driver with additional controls for Focusrite Scarlett, Clarett, and
Vocaster interfaces.
To check your current version or for upgrade instructions, see the
[Control Panel Installation Prerequisites — Linux
To check if your kernel is already up-to-date, and how to upgrade if
not, see the [Control Panel Installation Prerequisites — Linux
Kernel](https://github.com/geoffreybennett/alsa-scarlett-gui/blob/master/INSTALL.md).
`alsa-scarlett-gui` is an easy-to-use application to adjust those
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In order to get audio working? No. Focusrite USB interfaces are
“plug-and-play” — they are USB Audio Class Compliant, meaning they
work out-of-the-box with the standard ALSA USB audio driver (to get
full functionality on Scarlett 3rd/4th Gen interfaces, first
full functionality on Scarlett 3rd/4th Gen/Vocaster interfaces, first
deactivate MSD mode by holding down the 48V button while powering it
on).
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If MSD Mode is enabled, you need to disable it and restart your
interface to get access to its full functionality.
When you plug the interface in, there'll be a tiny read-only virtual
When you plug the interface in, there’ll be a tiny read-only virtual
disk that has a link to the Focusrite product registration page; until
you turn off MSD Mode not all features of the interface will be
available.
You can turn off MSD Mode by holding down the 48V button while
powering on the interface, or by clicking the button in
`alsa-scarlett-gui`.
`alsa-scarlett-gui` and rebooting it.
## What is the purpose of the driver if it's not needed for audio?
## What is the purpose of the driver if it’s not needed for audio?
This driver is for users who want more control over their interface.
It allows for detailed manipulation of internal audio routing and
settings specific to Scarlett and Clarett devices, beyond the basic
audio I/O functionality. Also, being able to monitor the audio levels
seen by the interface is really useful.
settings specific to Scarlett, Clarett, and Vocaster devices, beyond
the basic audio I/O functionality. Also, being able to monitor the
audio levels seen by the interface is really useful.
## What interfaces are supported?
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- All Scarlett 3rd Gen interfaces.
- Scarlett 4th Gen Solo, 2i2, and 4i4.
- All Clarett USB and Clarett+ interfaces.
- Vocaster One and Vocaster Two.
## Where are the options to set the sample rate and buffer size?
It’s important to note that the Scarlett2 driver and
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Note that not all features are available at higher sample rates; refer
to the user manual of your interface for more information.
## Scarlett Gen 4? Vocaster?
Support coming soon. Email me if you want to help test.
## Help?!
For help with the driver: