Behringer U-PHORIA UMC1820 Review
Audiophile USB Audio/MIDI Interface
- 18x20 USB2.0 Audio/MIDI Interface with ADAT I/O for recording microphones and instruments
- Audiophile 24-Bit/96 kHz resolution for professional audio quality
- Compatible with popular recording software including Avid Pro Tools*, Ableton Live*, Steinberg Cubase*, etc.
- Streams 18 inputs and 20 outputs of ultra-low latency audio to your computer, supporting Mac* OS X* and Windows XP* or higher
- 8 state-of-the-art, Midas designed Mic Preamplifiers with +48 V phantom power
- Optical I/Os supporting S/PDIF, ADAT and S/MUX formats up to 96 kHz
- Simultaneous use of all analog, coaxial S/PDIF, optical ADAT and MIDI signals
- Zero-latency direct monitoring of all analog inputs while recording
- ADAT input allows for combination with Behringer ADA8200 (not included) for expanding to a total of 16 Midas designed Mic Preamplifiers
- Input/Playback Mix control and Stereo/Mono switch for direct monitoring
Introduction
In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 55,718 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Behringer U-PHORIA UMC1820. 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 Behringer U-PHORIA UMC1820. For example, 87% of 31,193 users who have commented on the Easy to use of the Behringer U-PHORIA UMC1820 have given positive feedback.
Highlighted Customer Reviews
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Behringer UMC1820 U-Phoria USB 2.0 Audio Interface
Reviewed by Dan T. on Reverb
Behringer stuff sucks. right? right?? that's the old Xenyx preamps. they're noisey and disgusting. Behringer started using Midas pres in their new stuff (U-Phoria line) and they sound awesome. nice and clean, but not a ton of character. oh well, you're recording into a computer right? and you can model whatever character you want out of them. This 8 input (plus Optical for more inputs) UPhoria is awesome to work with. the windows driver is good, and it just works. This is an upgrade to me from the 4 port UMC404HD, which was an 'upgrade' for a focusrite Scarlett 2i2. I'd compare the preamps in the behringer against the scarlett any day, and the price of this 8 input behringer is only a few bucks more than the 2 input Scarlett. just do it, you won't regret it. ... More
Bang for your buck
Behringer UMC1820 U-Phoria USB 2.0 Audio Interface
Reviewed by Josh H. on Reverb
Hard to go wrong with this unit for the price. I was upgrading my little home studio from an old Tascam US-1641 and the sound quality was noticeably improved and I really dig the combo xlr/1/4" inputs. The Midas pres sound great, plenty of ins/outs, including two headphone outs with separate volume knobs, eight xlr/1/4" inputs, ten 1/4" outputs, spdif, etc., dedicated gain knobs for each channel, line/instrument and pad toggles on each channel, phantom power toggles for channels 1-4 or 5-8... pretty full featured interface. Latency isn't the best, but you'd have to spend a considerable chunk of change to step up to the next level, especially for something with this many ins/outs, so can't fault it too much there and in practice it hasn't been an issue for me. Basically if you need a bunch of inputs/outputs on a budget this is probably your dude. It's not going to have the super low latency or ultra high audio quality that you'd find in a UA or whatever, but it's a fraction of the price and 24bit/96k is probably going to be plenty for most applications. If you've got a little extra budget for it, the Focusrite Scarlett stuff would be a step up from here, but the Behringer is a great unit at a great price and won't disappoint. ... More
A+
Behringer U-PHORIA UMC1820 USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Michael on Guitar Center
Clean and quite preamps at a great price. Works perfectly for my band, easy install of the drivers too. Using with studio one. I don't see a reason to buy a more expensive 8 channel interface.
Crashes Ableton Live when Push 2 connected, windows 7
Behringer U-PHORIA UMC1820 USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Papashark on Guitar Center
Really wanted to like this as it is $300 less than similar Focusrite unit. Was impressed by the build and looks of the unit on first impression. Installed the driver and connected the usb with no problems. Ableton Live recognized it without any problems. As soon as Push 2 is connected Ableton freezes and closes. Everything was working fine with a Focusrite 2i4 before, but I need to upgrade to a unit with more inputs. Looks like most people on other reviews had good experience so not sure why I had issues. No time to debug so trying a Focusrite 18i20 now. ... More
Problems with Windows 7 and playback
Behringer U-PHORIA UMC1820 USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Sam on Guitar Center
Tried to use this interface with Windows 7 and ran into some issues. I was running their new driver, 4.38 and it ran great in Studio One which is my DAW. However, when I tried to play audio from any other source, say Youtube, Windows Media Player, ETC... it would freeze the videos and audio. Other people seem to have the problem with the interface and Behringer does not seem to have a solution. I called them and they sent me the old driver 3.29 and it doesn't work at all now. I will post if I can get it figured out but it isn't looking too hopeful. I will probably go back to the 4.38 driver so I can use the interface at least to record. It sounds great recording wise and it is easy to use. It is nice and quiet while recording and is fast. ... More
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Highly recommended
Behringer U-PHORIA UMC1820 USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Andrew on Guitar Center
I would have given this a 5 star review, but it only supplies phantom power to either 4 channels at a time (1-4, or 5-8), or all 8 channels at once. I only need 2 channels to have phantom power, and the rest not have phantom. It would be much nicer to be able to select for each channel, but oh well. It's still a really great piece of equipment. Easy to set up and use, and the sound quality just can't be beat, especially at this price point. I love it, and highly recommend it.
Euphoria for Uphopria
Behringer U-PHORIA UMC1820 USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Jim6 on Guitar Center
I have this hooked up to my Mac. No drivers needed. Plays everything. Works with all software and DAWs. This thing seems to make perfectly good sound. It has the dual jacks, and plenty of them. Plenty of outputs. I do wish it had inserts like its litltle bro the 404. One of the best things about these is the comprehensive ins and out. In addition to the 8 ins and outs, it has optical, coax, and MIDI. That sealed the deal. It works great.
Great sounding, simple to use expandable Audio interface
Behringer U-PHORIA UMC1820 USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Chris on Guitar Center
Great Audio interface for a reasonable price that is simple to use. I expanded mine with an ADA8200 shortly after purchasing and they work great together. Super simple to set up.
Good value -- lots of I/O for the $$
Behringer U-PHORIA UMC1820 USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Mark on Guitar Center
Good value. Sounds great, easy to use for the basic stuff. Software is very limited -- driver works fine with my DAW but not useful for stand alone use. Unit appears to be very well constructed. Documentation is very limited.
Awesome
Behringer UMC1820 U-Phoria USB 2.0 Audio Interface
Reviewed by Matt G. on Reverb
This thing literally couldn't have been easier to setup. I am using it with Cakewalk by Bandlab and it did absolutely all of the work. The mic pres sounds good and it seems durable. For the price and what its capable of, it was a complete bargain.
Yeah
Behringer U-PHORIA UMC1820 USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Miguel on Guitar Center
Thank you for good job! And now I can recording my songs!
Behringer UMC1820 U-Phoria USB 2.0 Audio Interface
Reviewed by Paolo S. on Reverb
This interface has a lot of inputs and outputs for a good price. I would recommend this product to my friends.
Behringer UMC1820 U-Phoria USB 2.0 Audio Interface
Reviewed by Nathanial P. on Reverb
Simple and effective. I prefer this over the Scarlett 18i20 for rehearsal recordings.
Behringer UMC1820 U-Phoria USB 2.0 Audio Interface
Reviewed by Steven L. on Reverb
Great product, works great in the system I use. A similar Focusrite unit didn't work! I have 2 more ordered. Clean, solid drivers.
Bargain
Behringer UMC1820 U-Phoria USB 2.0 Audio Interface
Reviewed by Peter M. on Reverb
Nuts value. Sounds very good.
Behringer UMC1820 U-Phoria USB 2.0 Audio Interface
Reviewed by Patrick S. on Reverb
Came in on time:)
Behringer UMC1820 U-Phoria USB 2.0 Audio Interface
Reviewed by David J. on Reverb
great piece of kit for the price!
Great piece of recording gear!
Behringer U-PHORIA UMC1820 USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Stoneman on Guitar Center
Works well in my studio nd the sound quality is impeccable!
Behringer UMC1820 U-Phoria USB 2.0 Audio Interface
Reviewed by Ryan F. on Reverb
Great value. Sound is good, easy to setup, and very low latency.
Behringer UMC1820 U-Phoria USB 2.0 Audio Interface
Reviewed by Nick M. on Reverb
Fast shipping, well packaged, and works great so far!
