Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 Review
Audiophile 2x2 USB Audio Interface
- 2x2 USB audio interface for recording microphones and instruments
- Audiophile 48 kHz resolution for professional audio quality
- Compatible with popular recording software including Avid Pro Tools*, Ableton Live*, Steinberg Cubase*, etc.
- Streams 2 inputs / 2 outputs with ultra-low latency to your computer, supporting Mac OS X* and Windows XP* or higher
- State-of-the-art, Midas designed Mic Preamplifier with +48 V phantom power
- Powerful Phones output with Level control and Direct Monitor select
- Status, Signal and Clip indications for perfect overview
- USB port for connection and power
- "Built-like-a-tank", impact-resistant metal chassis
Introduction
In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 45,838 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Behringer U-Phoria UMC22. 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 UMC22. For example, 84% of 31,031 users who have commented on the Sound quality of the Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 have given positive feedback.
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Your mileage may vary
Behringer U-Phoria UMC22
Reviewed by Graeme on Guitar Center
First impressions were great -- metal chasis, solid knobs, decent USB cable lenght. But not having its own drivers and needing to use ASIO4ALL made me raise an eyebrow. First I tried it on my Win7 laptop over the weekend. Latency was terrible. Couldn't get it below 35ms without lots of drop-outs, which is not acceptable for practicing guitar "shredding" licks. My MOTU AudioExpress on the same machine gets 15ms. But I didn't buy this for home use. I bought it for extra guitar practice at work on my lunch breaks. So when I got back to work I tried it there, which is a Windows 10 machine. Also terrible latency -- worse than the on-board Realtech audio. At that point I was ready to return this thing. But then I found an article on Google which suggested using Windows Device Manager to DISABLE all other audio options. By George! Doing so got the latency down to 21ms, which is close enough for me since this isn't my main audio setup. The one trick on Win10 is that it seems you have to have the ASIO buffer settings configured before you launch the software you're going to use. Adjusting from within the app seems to have no effect -- tried on both AmpLion free and Guitar Rig Player free. Further, to adjust ASIO4ALL settings on its own, you have to be aware ahead of time that you need to select the "offline settings" option during install. But I got all that sorted out and I'm able to squeeze in extra practice time on lunch! One final thought, maybe my Win7 laptop would also get decent latency if I disabled the on-board audio. I didn't know about that trick then, and I'm not about to waste time trying it when the whole point was to have a low-budget setup for my office. ... More
Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Geoffrey e. S. on Reverb
I've been trying to contact the seller "Red Apple Audio" for several days now ?
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It's an okay budget solution.
Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Chris S. on Reverb
Hey, it's not a Babyface or a Universal Audio, or even a Focusrite Scarlett. But it costs a third of the Scarlett and less than a tenth of those others. It's what you get if you can't afford the good stuff. And for what it is, it does fine. It gets the audio in and out of the computer with low enough latency and enough audio quality for most entry level DAW or live users. If you are just listening on average computer speakers or cheap headphones you probably aren't going to be able to hear the difference, and if you can afford the kind of gear where you can hear the difference then you are probably looking at a more expensive audio I/O anyway. Pros: cheap, adequate, gets the job done Cons: documentation not great, appears to use USB 1.1 protocol instead of 2.0+, ASIO drivers kind of touchy under Windows, the whole thing is kind of fiddly. Not sure, but I think better quality I/Os have lower latency, I am getting about 13ms best with this, although some of that may be my computer as well. ... More
DO NOT buy this or ANY Behringer product!
Behringer U-Phoria UMC22
Reviewed by Jay on Guitar Center
This product worked OK for about 5 months, but it has issues. Then the 2nd channel (Inst 2) went out. I have tried to contact Behringer via their web site several times and stated my issues but I got NO response. I've contacted several Behringer service centers and the techs have told me they have quit servicing Behringer products for years. If you have a problem with their products just put them in the TRASH! That's what the company wants you to do. My unit can with a 3 year warranty. Their website is the worst I've experienced and there is NO WAY to contact them by phone. The unit did not come with a driver and you have to download the AISO4ALL and has a latency problem. The Behringer product line should be pulled from the stores for lack of service and support. ... More
Affordable Recording Interface
Behringer U-Phoria UMC22
Reviewed by Aussie Drummer on Guitar Center
I use this to emulate guitar sounds on my MacBook. It's fantastic, though there is some buzz occasionally. I also use the USB cable as a direct midi controller with my Alesis Nitro drum kit.
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Great value but watch your gain
Behringer U-Phoria UMC22
Reviewed by Ampman on Guitar Center
For the price point this is a great audio interface. With that said you must be mindful of the gain from the interface to the computer. So the tracks don't record as nakely raw and loud as other higher priced interfaces. But if you have a decent DAW you can thicken the track volume with good EQ. Otherwise it comes in at about 80% of the volume of other Interfaces before buzzing out.
Great for at home recording!
Behringer U-Phoria UMC22
Reviewed by Jameson on Guitar Center
I use this interface for at home recording. I hace had it for a few weeks and so far it works great! I primarily run my guitars through it, but I also use my keyboard as a midi device via USB, even with the Beheringer daisy chained in the USB, I have almost no latency issues.
Good for Demos
Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Jackson W. on Reverb
Been using it for 4ish months to record demos. It works great, has cool features, but sometimes it gets usb interference leading to pops and crackles in recordings-which really sucks when you finally got the best performance. If you want to release any music that you're recording, spend the extra money for a more reliable interface. If you pay for behringer - you're gonna get behringer.
Decent option for the price range
Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Zane K. on Reverb
Works as advertised and hard to beat the price. My only issue is that when I record direct with my pedalboard and I want to stack gain pedals, the signal quickly becomes digitized and muddy with the Behringer. Not sure if a more expensive interace would help solve this problem or if this is just the nature of digital recording. If you plan on recording a clean signal, however, this is all you need to get the job done.
Great!
Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Jamie L. on Reverb
I have not used it vocals yet, but I have used both inputs and therefore the Midas preamp with my guitar. Sounds great on both inputs. With the Midas preamp input, no amp is necessary. Can record straight in and reamp the guitar later or use plug in amps. This bad boy honestly captures the tone of your amp and guitar. I love it.
WOW!!!!!
Behringer U-Phoria UMC22
Reviewed by ash on Guitar Center
i use this for home and studio recording and i love it soooooooooo much
Does what I need
Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Mike M. on Reverb
It gets my audio into Pro Tools 2018, has low latency on my mid-level rig, and the sound is clean when inputting direct. I have not tried running through a pedal board before input, so I can not comment on the added noise as others have. For the money, I am happy with the performance.
Meh - but good for its value
Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Atakan O. on Reverb
It's ok. You get what you pay for. Latency is not as good as I expected (for VSTs), but direct monitoring is a good feature for external instruments.
Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Christian P. on Reverb
Sounds great, and works perfectly! It's a great beginner interface :)
Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 USB Audio Interface
Reviewed by Joe G. on Reverb
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