Steinberg UR22C Review
USB 3.0 Type C Audio Interface
- High-Speed USB 3.0 Computer Interface
- 32-Bit A/D for Increased Dynamic Range
- 192 kHz Recording for High Resolution
- Record Mics, Line, and Hi-Z Instruments
- Mix Knob for Eliminating Latency
- Monitor and Headphone Output Jacks
- MIDI I/O over 5-Pin DIN Jacks
- Bus-Powered with Optional 5V DC Port
- Works with Mac, Windows, and iOS
- Included Recording Software
Introduction
In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 34,214 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Steinberg UR22C. 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 Steinberg UR22C. For example, 89% of 10,389 users who have commented on the Sound quality of the Steinberg UR22C have given positive feedback.
Highlighted Customer Reviews
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Malfunctioned from the start... then bricked itself
Steinberg UR22C 2x2 USB Gen 3.1 Audio Interface
Reviewed by Max on B&H Photo Video
I saw a range of reviews for this interface before buying it, but I hoped I'd be one of the lucky people for whom it's trouble-free. Alas, despite carefully following all the advice from Steinberg's own documentation and from various forums about how to install the software, what type of USB cable to use, how to configure Windows 10, etc., I was not one of the lucky ones. I experienced my first audio dropout within a few seconds of connecting this thing. Subsequently, the audio would cut out for about 10 seconds every minute or two. Sometimes it would happen randomly; sometimes it would happen when I clicked from one program to another. In any case, it quickly became apparent that this interface was not going to be usable, for recording or even for listening to music or any other audio content. I tried a few of the hacks people have mentioned online, like switching to another USB port on my computer, and tweaking the Windows USB power management settings. But nothing helped. Finally, I decided to try updating the firmware. Some people had recommended this, and indeed, the Steinberg dspFxMix UR-C app kept asking me if I wanted to do this. So I clicked, Yes. And that was the last nail in the coffin, as it turned out. The firmware update progress bar slowly moved across the screen... and when it was finished, I got an error message telling me that the update had failed. At that point, I got no sound at all from the interface... and all the lights had gone out. I tried unplugging it and plugging back in, rebooting the computer, powering it with a separate power supply, and a few other tricks. But it never came back on. It's now a useless brick. It's depressing that Steinberg/Yamaha would even sell a product that is so defective for so many users. The reports of these problems go back YEARS. It's even more depressing that you see similar reports for many other audio interfaces. How can it be this hard to get decent-quality audio into and out of a computer in the third decade of the 21st century? I have a 12-year-old M-Audio sound card that I was looking to replace, because it occasionally crashes, and sometimes I even have to reinstall its driver. And yet it's more reliable than this brand-new Steinberg product turned out to be. I miss the days of internal soundcards that mostly just worked. It feels like we've actually gone backwards technologically. How depressing. ... More
Not good for PCs, this is junk hardware
Steinberg UR22C 2IN/2OUT USB 3.0 Type C Audio Interface
Reviewed by Elias on Guitar Center
Bought this because I needed a USB-C (and preferably also USB 3) ADC. Tried to use this device on Windows 10, and the default drivers did not work. The instructions require a magnifying glass to read, and are flat-out wrong -- if you follow the instructions, you will run into undocumented errors. Even though I downloaded the software from the link provided (not from removable media), it was out of date. I had to download some kind of suspicious "license manager" or something, then guess as to which of the several tediously long license keys was the right one (none of them!), and generally explore the "download manager" to try to figure out which one of the dozens of programs applied to this device. Two hours later, the device driver still didn't work, and I had a PC full of junk software that I don't want on my recording machine. I'm highly technically competent, I know what I'm doing with PCs in general and Windows in specific. Even going all the way back to the DOS days, I have never seen a software installation process that has been this wrong, broken, and convoluted. I don't even want any Steinberg software, I have my DAW and I don't want to use anything else, but the hardware will not work without all the shtty bloatware. One of the instruction sheets even says "losing this paper is like losing your device." What!? I guess this isn't real hardware, then. I guess this device is for iPad users who want to use the Steinberg app. Despite this being USB-C, the included cable is USB-C to B -- completely useless for computers that only have USB-C ports. All around, this product sucks, and I'm returning it. I'm never buying another Steinberg product again -- and I'm negative on Yamaha (the parent company) now as well. This piece of junk should be pulled from the market. ... More
Power hungry.
Steinberg UR22C 2x2 USB Gen 3.1 Audio Interface
Reviewed by Sylvain on B&H Photo Video
I purchased this Interface to replace my 2i2 Focusrite. I was having some audio dropout, and no amount of fondling the settings was helping (including the install of universal ASIO). This UR22C is a sturdy and heavier unit with greater range capacity. I initially worried that I had received a poor usb C-C cable as the unit would sometimes not power up with the laptop. I then noticed it cutting out during recordings. I swapped my C-C cable with a usb C to the UR22C and connected to a USB powered hub with usb A connections. When I turned on the hub's power to the UR22C. Viola! It seemed obvious after all this that the usb controller of the computer simply could not provide the needed power for this unit. Everything is working great now, but be warned, this unit is power hungry. ... More
Downloaded suggested drivers, and was up with midi & analog
Steinberg UR22C 2IN/2OUT USB 3.0 Type C Audio Interface
Reviewed by EAK on Guitar Center
Somehow I'm surprised that I downloaded the drivers, and at the blink of an eye, I was in and running. I'm using Mixcraft 8, and was concerned about compatibility with windows 10. Not an issue. I bought this because M-Audio was not available. Slightly higher price, but I think it's worth it. Phantom power a must for me. Midi and Audio/line recording on tracks the first try. Very nice. :)
I would buy more products from Steinberg.
Steinberg UR22C 2IN/2OUT USB 3.0 Type C Audio Interface
Reviewed by Henry on Guitar Center
I would definitely recommend this audio interface for recording your instrument direct or mic in on a budget. The thing that bothered me was the Phantom power switch on the back rather on the front. I was able to make some nice mixes with it and very pleased with the result.
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Horrible setup and customer service
Steinberg UR22C 2IN/2OUT USB 3.0 Type C Audio Interface
Reviewed by Mikel R on Guitar Center
Hardware on this unit is fine. Chose it for the USB 3.0 connection. Works fine for a simple interface. Problem is the registration/software/license downloads. Absolutely incredibly and unnecessarily complicated process to register the unit and the included FX and Cubase software. Took me 4 days to figure out -- all sorts of different Access Codes and Download codes and Licenser codes -- none of which matched up. Customer service guy just said, "wow, I've never seen that problem before." and then wanted me to start over from scratch. Should have taken 30 minutes.
It's perfect.
Steinberg UR22C 2IN/2OUT USB 3.0 Type C Audio Interface
Reviewed by Ryan on Guitar Center
I've had this for two years, windows 10 no troubles at all. I love the built in amp sims and reverb. It allows you to record your guitar direct and hear it through a virtual amp latency free. The amp sim effects can be sent to the mix or not. This is great if you want to experiment with amp/cab sims later. My unit came with the proper usb C cable. I love it
All in all pretty solid piece. It did crash on me when I trI
Steinberg UR22C 2IN/2OUT USB 3.0 Type C Audio Interface
Reviewed by Burtoooh on Guitar Center
It's a pretty neat piece of equipment
Its Awesome
Steinberg UR22C 2IN/2OUT USB 3.0 Type C Audio Interface
Reviewed by Carlos on Guitar Center
Thank You GC for recommending it
