My Focusrite USB-C audio interface stops working when I reboot my 2018 Mini

I have a Focusrite USB-C audio interface connected to a Mini which has been the case for several years. I use it both for recording and handling audio output from the Mini. Yesterday, I upgraded the macOS from Sonoma to Sequoia and discovered that the Focusrite was no longer automatically recognized by the Mini; instead I have to unplug then re-plug the USB-C cable into the Focusrite. This seems like a bug to me. Anyone else seeing the same?

Mac mini, macOS 15.0

Posted on Sep 19, 2024 9:30 AM

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James Brickley

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Posted on Dec 3, 2024 10:45 AM

Focusrite has released updated drivers and firmware for their devices impacted by Apple macOS Sequoia.

https://downloads.focusrite.com/focusrite

Known Issue:

https://support.focusrite.com/hc/en-gb/articles/15437020104082-macOS-Sonoma-Sequoia-Recording-Input-Issues

If you still have trouble after updating, reach out to Focusrite support.

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kit109

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Sep 22, 2024 9:59 PM in response to William Fiveash

Thank you for posting this and mentioning that you unplugged and replugged in the USB-C cable to solve, at least for the short-term. At least mine is hooked up again, thanks to you.

I hope a resolution can be found for this soon.

kit109

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Oct 6, 2024 4:52 PM in response to William Fiveash

Just FYI all, I've been on the horn with Apple, with whom I did a number of trouble-shooting steps. Not resolved, so a case/ticket number was generated. Then was requested to contact Focusrite, too, which I did, with another case/ticket number generated there. My understanding is that it's being looked into and I will be apprised of any progress in the not-too-distant future. Will post updates here if it isn't yet resolved. I know this isn't really useful information-- just sharing the experience, I guess, in case it's useful to others.

Dec 3, 2024 12:31 PM in response to James Brickley

To be clear, the current software download for my Scarlett 4i4 3rd gen. is basically what I installed a while ago (v. 3.18.0.204) and does not fix the issue of the Scarlett not being recognized by the Mac upon boot. Am I correct?

Dec 5, 2024 6:39 AM in response to William Fiveash

I have a Focusrite 3rd generation Scarlet 18i20 . Was working fine before I did the update to Sequoia , now it doesn't work at all even when I re-start the device/unplug the USB lead etc as advised. Really frustrating. Not sure what do ....

Jan 4, 2025 11:36 AM in response to JonnyITokyo

JonnyITokyo wrote:

Update: this worked for me. I followed the instructions, and after two cold restarts, and one reboot, the "Scarlett 2i2 USB" is always detected properly. 🎉

It worked for me as well. Thanks for posting that workaround.

kit109

Level 1

32 points

Sep 24, 2024 5:11 PM in response to William Fiveash

Thanks! Will do. It continues to do it every single time. Annoying.

Oct 4, 2024 12:39 PM in response to William Fiveash

BTW, the macOS 15.0.1 update that I installed today did not fix this issue.

Oct 6, 2024 12:58 PM in response to William Fiveash

Same here Scarlett 4i4 + M1 Mac Studio.

😞

Oct 28, 2024 11:09 AM in response to William Fiveash

I upgraded my 2018 Mini to macOS 15.1 which has not solved this issue. Disappointing.

azdipu

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14 points

Dec 3, 2024 9:08 AM in response to lat3shift

Same here Scarlett 4i4 + Macmini 2018/Macbook Air M1 both

Dec 19, 2024 1:44 PM in response to William Fiveash

2024 mac Mini M4 and Scarlett Solo 3rd gen. Have tried all the troubleshooting from Focusrite and nothing has worked. My mic and interface aren't being detected at all by the mini.

Dec 19, 2024 2:11 PM in response to William Fiveash

just updated mine and no dice...still radio silence.

Dec 21, 2024 6:19 PM in response to JonnyITokyo

Update: this worked for me. I followed the instructions, and after two cold restarts, and one reboot, the "Scarlett 2i2 USB" is always detected properly. 🎉

Feb 16, 2025 12:50 AM in response to animist08

YMMV but this worked for me.

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