Behringer U-Phoria UMC202HD 4-stars Reviews

Amazing for the price.

Almost 5 stars, only detail that I didn't like that much was the fact that each input goes to one specific channel (either left or right) and there isn't anything like a switch or toggle to record in mono.

Great sound card for first choose

Sure, here are some highlights of the Behringer U-Phoria UMC202HD sound card:

Sound Quality: Behringer U-Phoria UMC202HD allows you to make clear and accurate sound recordings thanks to its high quality sound conversion technology. It faithfully captures your instruments and vocals with crystal clear sound.

Low Latency: This sound card allows you to record with low latency. This is very important during live performances and recording sessions because it becomes easier for you to play and record without delays.

High Definition: 24-bit/192kHz audio resolution lets you record professional studio quality. This helps you capture the details of your music without losing it.

Durability: The U-Phoria UMC202HD is housed in a solid metal case. This ensures durability and longevity, allowing you to use it safely in stage and studio conditions.

Input/Output Options: It comes with two combi inputs (XLR/TRS) and two outputs (TRS). This offers great flexibility when you want to record or play your different instruments or microphones at the same time.

MIDI Support: The UMC202HD has MIDI in/out ports. In this way, you can integrate with MIDI keyboards, drums and other MIDI devices.

Compact Design: Thanks to its portable and compact design, the Behringer U-Phoria UMC202HD allows you to easily produce music at home, in the studio or on the go.

Reasonable Price: Behringer is known for its affordable products, and the U-Phoria UMC202HD continues that tradition. It is a budget-friendly option if you are looking for a sound card with professional sound quality.

Best equipment with an affordable price

Installation was easy. Sound quality along with Behringer C-1 was excellent. No any humming noise observed. Satisfied with the product

Great solution for a budget

Works fine, only had an issue with the drivers that hasn't been yet solved by behringer, I had to improvise a solution myself that I've also posted on their subreddit.

Other than this driver issue that doesn't let me use the 2 channels separately on a DAW, it has worked nicely, but by rolling back the drivers my at2020 sounds quieter, but it isn't that big of an issue.

Good bit of kit

Really happy with it does exactly what I bought it for (home studio recording on my iPad) solid bit of metal works very well. Great generally not just for the price

Best low price interface.

There is no need for a more expensive interface with same features as this one. It works perfectly for me, it's compact, light and does the job. The only reason i've got this one and not the next 204HD it's because of price. If you have condition to pay more, i recommend the other one for the feature of direct monitoring in mono/stereo. But anyway, you're good with this or the other one. Go for it!

Home studio for begginers that will do the trick for a certain period

I started recording guitar at home and I needed a relatively inexpensive audio interface with 2 channels that records in 24 bit. It is well built, with metallic housing and good and firm plastic parts. It is powered by USB cable when connected with computer. Both chanells (mic and instrument) have gain controls with clipping indicators. It also has real direct monitoring and phantom power for condenser mics. In all, it has everything you need to record guitar&bass or guitar&voice or any other combo except MIDI. I record my guitar with dinamic mic in front of the amp and it's almost studio quality. One drawback is that it doesn't have any software or even a driver ready - you have to dowload the driver from Behringer home page, and after driver installation you edit the settings in your DAW (I use Audacity and I started recording successfully only after I watched 2 videos on Youtube).

Great value!

Simple interface which is perfect for anybody requiring minimal inputs and on a budget. Will look to upgrade down the line but has allowed good quality home recording to this point!

Excelente custo benefício

Essa interface tem um excelente custo benefício, não é a melhor do mercado, mas pelo preço vale muito a pena. Behringer faz produto de qualidade e acessíveis ao público que quer começar a produzir mas não tem muita grana para investir.

I brought this interface for recording and live streaming music, the overall product is well constructed and works but I had issues upon use. One problem is the two inputs are split (input 1 left only, input 2 right only) so unless the program you are running through has mono audio (like discord) the audio will be R, L only. Another issue I had was it is not compatible with my version of Cubebase which I use to record, it could be fine with other softwares but not mine.

It's pretty good

The only problem is it outputs a mono output.

U-Phoria UMC202HD in mac mini m1 and behringer usb50!!!!

home studio been upgraded!

ticks most boxes.

As someone who is just getting into recording this is a great interface for the price. As capable as others for half the price-

-software not included but there is lots of good free options like reaper for example.

The best cheap 2i2 interface

I needed it to record bass, guitars and singing.

Pros:

It does the job very well. Solid built, unique sound and for the bass I prefer this from the other budget 2i2s interfaces. Overall this interface is a very good buy and I recommend it without a doubt.

Cons:

1) As other users have stated, when you use direct monitoring you hear the instrument only in the side of the input. For example when I record from the first input I listen from only the left side of headphones/ speakers and that can be annoying

2) I use ableton as a daw and when I close the sound card driver to listen something else from my pc (outside of the daw), the drivers get stuck and I have to unplug and connect again the interface. This is a driver problem however so it may be fixed someday

Voice over use

works fine quality its good , can't say anything bad about it

Great Value, if you don't want to monitor your inputs

I bought this to interface between my new sm57 and my PC and well, it's great. It delivers excellent sound quality, it's cheap, has midas preamps and has 2 inputs! What else could you want? Well, the reason this gets 4 stars and 2 stars for features is because when monitoring is enabled as it's a mono input it outputs only out of the left channel on your headphones which is so annoying I can't even say. This is why I'm returning and, like another review I've seen, buying the umc204hd which has a downmix to stereo option as well as many more extra features. I'd recommend if you just want a budget audio interface for your new mic and you don't want to do any recording and/or you don't plan on using the monitoring ever because it is really horrible

Definitely suits the use case of a streamer or gamer or anyone that could benefit from a good quality mic but aren't going to record.

The king of budget interface

This is an amazing little fella for the price. Bought this while waiting for my Focusrite Sapphire Pro 40 to get serviced. The preamps are OK, this is a great unit for beginners that need 2 mono tracks or 1 stereo track. On both Mac and Windows it was plug n play, no driver installation needed. Not much features (I'm thinking lack of SPDIF and direct listening).

Possibly the best budget interface.

I have had this interface for around 4 years now and it has been amazing. It powers my MXL 770 perfectly without any noise in the gain at all. for the price the midas preamps are amazing value and should be suitable for most condenser microphones. For mics like the SM7B you will still need something like a cloud lifter though. Quality is just okay, plastic build with cheap knobs on the front that do the job. One of the best parts of the interface is the balanced outputs on the back of the device, for speakers these outputs perform FAR beyond my expectations!

A definite recommendation from me.

Wonderful preamp

Wonderful preamp for the money, which I'd recommend easily.

I use it for a medium priced microphone, the audio is clear.

Pros good interface, many adjustment options, great audio.

Cons, can't really think of any, after about 4 years of use.

If I had the opportunity I'd buy it again.

Good budget interface for the People

I use this in my writing studio (I'm a media composer) to drive some Fostex monitors and everything sounds fine.

I have been running my business on a shoestring budget (up until recently) and had to buy budget equipment. This little workhorse fulfills its function without complaint or malfunction.

I rarely record but occasionally use a dynamic mic connected to the interface to record vocals and small percussion with good results.

It is ideal for someone who needs an inexpensive interface.