Focusrite Scarlett Solo (4th Gen)
£119.99Two-in, two-out USB interface with a genuinely good preamp — the standard first interface for a reason.
Everything a first-time producer needs to record vocals and program beats at home. A class-compliant interface, a studio condenser and a live-workhorse dynamic cover every mic'ing situation, while the mini-keys controller and analogue drum machine get ideas down fast.
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Two-in, two-out USB interface with a genuinely good preamp — the standard first interface for a reason.
Whisper-quiet large-diaphragm condenser that flatters vocals; the bundle throws in the shockmount and pop shield.
The indestructible live vocal mic — also a superb, cheap way to record loud sources.

Compact MIDI keyboard with pads and knobs that map straight into your DAW.
Analogue drum machine with hands-on knobs — the fastest way to sketch a groove.