Behringer UMC204HD Audiophile 2×4, 24-Bit/192 kHz USB Audio/MIDI Interface with Midas Mic Preamplifiers
UMC204HD
Audiophile 2×4, 24-Bit/192 kHz USB Audio/MIDI Interface with Midas Mic Preamplifiers
- 2×4 USB 2.0 Audio/MIDI Interface for recording microphones and instruments
- Audiophile 24-Bit/192 kHz resolution for professional audio quality
- Compatible with popular recording software including Avid Pro Tools*, Ableton Live*, Steinberg Cubase*, etc.
- 2 state-of-the-art, Midas designed Mic Preamplifiers with +48 V phantom power
- Analog Inserts for use of external effects such as compressors, etc.
- Zero-latency direct monitoring while recording
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U-PHORIA UMC204HDThe incredible U-PHORIA UMC204HD bridges the gap between your creativity and your fans. This blazingly fast USB 2.0 studio in a box will have you recording your next masterpiece in minutes with all the connectivity required for your microphones, guitars, keyboards and even MIDI devices. Record the perfect vocal right to your computer-based DAW thanks to the 4 astonishingly pure, world-class MIDAS-designed mic preamps, which include +48 Volt phantom power for condenser microphones, all going through studio-grade 24-Bit/192 kHz converters for the best possible sound quality. Whether you’re a singer-songwriter, producer on the go, or just need a rock-solid interface for running backing tracks at a gig, the ultra-dependable U-PHORIA UMC204HD will help you shine in the digital domain. | Studio in a Little Black BoxWhen it’s time to make recording history on your Mac or Windows computer, plug in microphones, instruments or line level sources to the UMC204HD’s 2 combination XLR/TRS inputs for the ultimate in studio flexibility! Connect and communicate with MIDI devices to add the benefit of control surfaces to your studio workflow. | 192 kHz PrecisionYou take your tracks seriously, and the UMC204HD respects that, providing up to 192 kHz resolution for even the most demanding applications in music as well as video post production. Work with confidence and accuracy in your favorite recording software for professional results every time. | Midas – The Legend in Sound QualityEver since its formation in the 1970s, Midas has had a long history of innovation and leadership in the world of audio mixing consoles. Employed by the most famous touring acts and installations world-wide, legendary Midas consoles such as the XL4 and Heritage H3000 quickly became industry standards. Midas has earned their impeccable reputation due to their no-compromise approach for audio and build quality and in particular for their Award-winning Mic Preamps which are considered by industry experts as the industry’s best sounding designs. Building on this legacy, the XL8 and PRO Series of Live Mixing Systems continue this great heritage of Award-winning audio quality. Behringer is proud to incorporate a Midas designed mic preamp for the ultimate in high-quality audio reproduction in both live and studio environments. Find out more about MIDAS’ amazing legacy by visiting their extensive website. |
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“Zero-Latency†MonitoringThe UMC204HD mix control allows zero-latency direct monitoring, which means musicians can experience their performance clearly – with no delay or lag in the returning signal, resulting in a better performance and recording. A powerful phones output has its own level control and Monitor A/B source select for DJ-style cueing. To make it a done-deal, we provide free audio recording, editing and podcasting software, plus 150 instrument / effects plug-ins – just a download away at behringer.com. | Getting ConnectedOn the rear panel of the UMC204HD, you’ll find the USB 2.0 port for simple and easy connection to your computer, along with plenty of analog playback options including ¼” TRS, RCA and XLR. The UMC204HD also features 2 analog Inserts for use with external effects such as compressors, gates and EQs, etc. Built-in MIDI I/O allows you to connect keyboards and all your favorite outboard MIDI hardware. | Everything You Need to Sound AmazingThe U-PHORIA UMC204HD is a powerful 2 input, 4 output USB recording interface featuring genuine MIDAS-designed mic preamps with exceptional 24-Bit/192 kHz high-resolution converters, designed to help your recordings and mixes sound their absolute best. Visit your local dealer or online reseller and find out what a great addition to any studio or mobile recording rig it can be. |
| Weight: | 620 g |
| Dimensions: | 18.49 x 13 x 5 cm; 620 Grams |
| Model: | UMC204HD |
| Colour: | Black |
| Colour: | Black |
| Origin: | China |
Pratica e semplice soluzione, anche economica, per produrre registrazioni vocali con istrumenti musicali vari.
Scheda audio dal prezzo abbordabilissimo, fa egregiamente il suo lavoro ed costruita molto bene. Case, manopole, attacchi tutto molto robusto. Per ora mi trovo molto bene con l utilizzo in studio per home recording
Bentige dieses Gert fr den professionellen Einsatz als Simultan-Dolmetscher fr Online-Konferenzen. Mein altes Audio Interface (Tascam US 122 MKII) lief nach dem letzten Windows-Update wegen falscher/veralteter/sonstwie nicht mehr nutzbarer Treiber nicht mehr. Einziger Kritikpunkt, deshalb nur 4 Sterne, ist, dass die Regler und Beschriftungen tatschlich recht klein sind.
Perfetta per home recording semplice, la uso per registrare principalmente voci e chitarra/basso in casa per video da pubblicare su Instagram. Struttura resistente, in metallo (quindi no plastica). Piccola e leggera, quindi facilmente trasportabile, anche in caso di viaggio se qualcuno ama portarsi la musica in vacanza.
Scheda audio esterna entry level ma di ottima qualit, fa il suo dovere in tutto. Compatibile al 100% con i miei dispositivi.
Nickel, rapport qualit prix pour le VST GrandOrgue. Mieux que Focusrite Gen1, pour moins cher et surtout des prises Midi pour viter des boitiers Midi ou cbles USB supplmentaires
Le driver est sur le site de la marque
pour l’installer il faut d’abord installer le driver ensuite brancher sur l’ordinateur sinon a fonctionne mal voir pas du tou
Ich habe mich vorher berlegt zwischen Behringer und Scarlett Focusrite zu kaufen, und wegen des Preises und gute Rezensionen von Behringer ich vorgesehen hatte hat mich gezwungen die UMC204HD zu kaufen.
Was ist berraschend ist alles stimmt wie die andere Leute gesagt haben, fr mich die Installation war ganz einfach as ich die Driver von Behringer’s Website herunterladen habe und auf mein Windows10 installiert ohne Problem.
Das Audiointerface is gut und ich empfehle die fr jeder der etwas gutes fr eine guten Preis kaufen will!
Original unit was a complete let down when it arrived. First, the driver just hit the doorbell and was driving away as I got to the door to collect the parcel – he didn’t even know if we were in!
Second, the box was damaged, the tape was coming off the box, which was to all intents open!
I have a 2 channel Behringer U-PHORIA UMC204HD already and it is an awesome audio and MIDI interface.
I wanted the 4 channel Behringer U-PHORIA UMC404HD as my humble musical exploits are starting to expand a little more now – AND – after searching for many years, I have been lucky enough to buy an old school 80’s Yamaha Synth again, that I had back then.
Returned as defective – BUT – now ordered a replacement which works exactly as expected. Compliments to the delivery driver too for taking care of my item. As he says, it is how they are trained, and to treat parcels as they would want theirs treated.
I’ve tested the new interface now – all 4 audio channels work exactly as expected. The MIDI IN and MIDI OUT channels work perfectly too.
C’ veramente poco da dire, per uso amatoriale penso sia il miglior compromesso. Il mio setup prevede una coppia di studio monitor ed una coppia di casse da hi-fi con sub per vedere l’effetto finale. Posso mixarle tranquillamente. Nessuna latenza n fruscii di fondo. Meglio di altre pi conosciute marche.
I bought this to replace a small USB to dual 3.5mm jack interface, which I’d found to be unreliable in use. The RCA connectors are a far more rugged solution and allow use of attenuators on the audio inputs to prevent overload from a ‘loud’ (high level) source, such as my need to connect between an audio mixer/amp and a PC running a hybrid Zoom meeting. It enables clear, dual direction audio between in hall and remote audiences.
It is also very useful that this device has the ability to use a pair of 3.5 mm jack headphones as a diagnostic aid within the signal chain. It gives a mix of both input and output signals, but is useful to confirm sources during set up. I have no need of the TOSLINK connection, so that is unproven, but I’m sure it will work.
Very good value for money, great construction, very solid, excellent sound quality. You can mix easily the guitar/bass level with the computer audio in your headphones.
Just the job. Easy to set up and use. Sounds great.
Funktioniert mit Cakewalk, Samplitude und Performer. WICHTIG! Treiber von Behringer unbeding herunterladen und installieren. Der Windowstreiber funktioniert nur bedingt.
Problem, MacBook Pro’s of a certain age (mine is early 2015) have a headphone socket but no line in. On earlier models the headphone socket doubled as a line in and it does not have an optical drive. So, how do I rip my CD collection so I can listen to them on other devices?
Enter this little box of connections. Very well priced and certainly cheaper than a decent external optical drive and less likely to become redundant or fail.
Connected it to my MacBook, plugged in my CD player, downloaded and installed Audacity and MusicBrainz Picard and off I went.
Depending on the software you use, Audacity is certainly easy, you can play an entire CD and then split it for processing, or do it track by track. You can plug headphones into the box to monitor tracks or just listen while they are copied onto the PC.
Of course, if vinyl is your audio medium of choice, you can connect a phono deck via an amp and have a digital collection of your collection.
Same goes if you have audio cassettes, just use a stereo audio jack to RCA adapter and off you go, whether hi-fi deck or Walkman.
Using this Behringer USB audio interface is easy, any complexity is in the software used to process the tracks on the computer.
I now have a rapidly increasing library of audio tracks that I can play on other devices for very little outlay and have the ability to digitise my vinyl and couple of remaining cassettes.
Purchased this to replace my Roland QuadCapture which had given up the ghost. I do a lot of voice over work, and also record and produce a weekly radio show, so I wanted something not too expensive, but with more inputs/outputs than the previous interface, so I didn’t have to keep unplugging equipment/changing settings.
The Behringer works like an absolute dream. They could charge twice the price and I’d still be recommending it. The signal is clean throughout, and I really like the ability to instantly switch listening back to the mix/monitor in mono/stereo, which is essential in many instances. Phantom power where necessary and handy “pad” feature on each input to help control incoming amplitude if needed. No drivers to install, it’s plug and play.
I haven’t had a single issue with it, since purchase. It sits happily on my desk, atop the DBX286s, and generally has made my workflow much more effective, since switching.
For the price, a definite 6 out of 5 stars – it’s great!
Behringer ormai vero leader nel commercializzare prodotti dal rapporto qualit/prezzo senza eguali. La UMC204HD non ha bisogno di presentazioni. Preamplificatori Midas silenziosi ed efficienti nel suono. Uscita cuffie ben amplificata, e tutto il corredo necessario per produzioni amatoriali da home studio. A mio avviso, niente da invidiare a schede audio pi blasonate.
Souhaitant laisser le HX Stomp sur mon pedalboard, j’ai dcid d’acheter une interface audio usb ddie pour alimenter mes moniteurs ou mon casque.
A noter je n’ai pas fait de test d’enregistrement jusque l, uniquement lecture de flux audio depuis Plex travers Chrome et mix de rpet depuis Reaper.
* Premier essai : M Audio 192/6 … le premier jour tout se passe bien puis le lendemain matin, l’interface n’est plus dtecte … 129 euros le bidule, je n’ai pas envie d’aller plus loin, je renvoi et je me dis que je vais passer sur la star du moment … 200 euros ! A ce prix a doit marcher tout de suite non ?
Deuxime essai : Motu M2 … installation selon les recommandations constructeur et tout de suite problme de cracks puis glitch … depuis Plex au bout de 2 morceaux l’interface “dcroche”. Je dcide d’aller plus loin, ma fois c’est du Motu tout de mme, je vais sur leur site et je suis la lettre leur troubleshooting pour l’usb audio sous windows … rien n’y fait toujours les mmes soucis. J’ai perdu mon temps, des heures ne pas jouer de musique.
Troisime essai : je dcide de tenter Behringer, aprs tout les tests sont plutt satisfaisants sur youtube, mais je remarque beaucoup de problmes relevs par les utilisateurs sur le forum de Behringer (Musictribe) avec win11 … aie aie aie … j’envoi un email leur dpartement pre-sale faisant part de mes rserves pour win11 … 1 heure aprs j’ai un lien avec les tout derniers drivers qui semblent sortir de beta test.
Je commande l’UMC 204 HD, je la reois le soir mme, installation, connexion, a marche sans problme … ce matin, a marche aussi … enfin !!!
Reste tester l’enregistrement. Mais j’ai confiance. Et is y’a un souci je viendrais modifier ce commentaire.
wasn’t sure it would work, but it’s great.
Powered via usb cord.
You will have to fiddle to get a stereo balance, as 2 separate pots control channels.
useful unit indeed.
Opened it and it looks great as expected … good solid piece … not yet tried the sound .. but have every faith in Behringer as have one of their Microphones excellentt and great value so expect the same for the Audio Interface
Unbelievable difference compared to using 3.5mm headphone jack. Can’t quite believe how cheap this is to start with, but I picked it up with a further 40% off o a daily deal. Not perfect to have another small box on your desk, but the difference in sound quality when fed to an external amp or powered monitor speakers is well worth the money. Takes USB from a laptop, also has a second input channel that you can use for 3.5mm from a second device. Standard RCA output plugs into a Hi-Fi amp orstraight into a set of Powered Monitors, and you get such a fabulous upgrade to all your sound. Can easily replace dedicated kit by using powered speakers, or use your trusty hifi kit to get full on sound from your gaming or music. Can’t rate it highly enough, tbh. Only (very slight) negative would be the volume knob, which is very small and 60% recessed, but once set you just use the amp volume and your computer audio settings to control output.
Had a mental block to audio interfaces. Previously I’d been using an old reel-to-reel for my musical doodles, and merely the language of the new music technology was deterring moving on. But this UMC204HD is a revelation. Superb sound and minimal hassle to set up. Refreshing to the point of Utopian is that the mic inputs will take either an XLR plug (which some microphones have) or quarter inch mono jack. Even getting and installing the drivers was free of the usual quagmire of website illogic and grappling with the tech-speak of You Tube tutorials.
This works on both my Windows 10 and Windows 7 PC’s, but needs different drivers for each, though this is laid out pretty clearly on the Beyringer.com website where you download from. However, legend has it that you should avoid driver version 4-59-00, which some people have reported buggish. For Win 7 I therefore opted for version 4-38-00. This works fine on Win 7, but only if you’ve got the Win 7 updates issued since Microsoft support supposedly ceased in Jan 2020 – in fact support hasn’t entirely ceased, and Microsoft, notwithstanding their imperialistic profiteering brains, are still issuing ‘crucial’ updates. For Windows 10 I used driver version 5.12.0, which works fine but for which you have to delve a bit on the Behringer.com site.
The other mental block to overcome concerns the need for a DAW – Digital Audio Workstation, which has to be installed on your computer. Often these cost a lot, but there are some good free versions – including Cakewalk which I opted for. The process of getting it is pretty fraught, and involves going through a recalcitrant site called Bandlab Assistant. But it works, and can do all sorts of stuff if you can get past the sheer terror of the Cakewalk work-screen. For instance, you can record a vocal/acoustic guitar track, then put on an electric guitar while the original track is coming through your headphones. Or you can add any number of other instruments. If you want to put the result on CD, you just do file/export/audio and save it as a standard wav file.
All this for 80. 170 including the two Marantz MPM1000 microphones I got from Amazon. (As far as I can see, you can’t do true stereo without two mics.)
Hope this is helpful to anyone else with mental blocks to this stuff.
Ero indeciso tra questa, la focusrite Scarlett 2i2 e la Steinberg ur 22. Ho scelto la behringer per il prezzo basso e viste le esperienze positive con altri apparecchi della stessa marca.
Che dire? I due esemplari in mio possesso vanno bene: sono robusti (uno mi cascato per terra senza danni(, suonano bene, hanno un sacco di ingressi ed uscite. In poche parole fanno il loro lavoro senza problemi. Anche l’uscita cuffie non male.
Unico piccolissimo difetto: i canali in ingresso non sono proprio bilanciatissimi, bisogna giocare un pochino coi livelli per pareggiarli perfettamente.
Un neo trascurabile vista l’eccellenza del prodotto sotto ogni altro aspetto.
Alta mente recomendable , solo un inciso no es lo mismo el 202hd que el 204hd que tiene en la parte trasera entradas y salidas midi de audio y otra especial para compresores etc. Aunque vale el doble vale la pena si tienes teclados midi por ejemplo . Gracias a un usuario que lo dijo compre el que necesitaba y no el mas barato
Grundstzlich seh zufriede, Preis Leistung Top…lediglich der Master Lautstrkenregler ist etwas fummelig, dieser knnte etwas grer und besser platziert sein, aber gut ist an sich schon vor dem Kauf ersichtlich…kann ich nur emphelen wrde ich wieder kaufen…
Buona la costruzione resistente e ben curata. Buoni i convertitori interni suono pulito e cristallino
Lo cierto es que es mi primera interfaz de audio, pero estoy contentsimo con ella. Completa, intuitiva y barata
Muy fcil de instalar, es reconocida por el sistema inmediatamente. La calidad y prestaciones son excepcionales para su precio. No se cuelga. La he usado en Cubase y Reaper (especialmente en Reaper el sistema es 100% estable y ultra rpido) Ya llevo unos meses con ella y solo puedo dar comentarios positivos.
He pasado de Presonus a Behringer y el cambio ha sido sin duda a mejor.
La uso principalmente para conectar teclados. Latencia ultrabaja. Probada en grabacin con resultado muy aceptable.
Como factor negativo nicamente dira que no trae ningn software ni plug-ins de regalo ni nada, slo la tarjeta a secas. Pero an as, merece la pena sin dudarlo.
It looks nicer than the pictures, it sounds pretty decent too
Great unit considering the cost. Although a small issue with crackling volume pot, otherwise faultless.
Works a treat plugged in downloaded drivers and omg the sound quality and clarity was great, I only use it to stream DJ sets and radio shows so don’t use multi imput but does give that edge when streaming and broadcasting. The only reason I marked sturdiness down was that the headphone volume control knob was so loose it just dropped off but I’ve sorted that myself
Prodotto molto valido, costruzione solida in metallo, con una pesantezza che gli da una certa stabilit. La pecca maggiore la documentazione praticamente inesistente, cosa difficile da perdonare anche se a questa cifra c’e’ veramente tanta ciccia.
Dopo una prima difficolt di configurazione (usb3 invece che usb2) tutto ok
Al momento non ho trovato alcun difetto su questo prodotto gi dal primo utilizzo, dall’installazione alla registrazione. In fondo mi sono sempre trovato bene con Behringer, soprattutto con i suoi mixer audio che gi utilizzavoottimo davvero rapporto qualit prezzo per questa Behringer, che non ha da invidiare con nessun’altra scheda concorrente del suo generedirei ottimi materiali di costruzione, manopole, tasti e scatola in metallo compattaconsiglio vivamente per tutto e per chi vuole realizzare registrazioni audio home Recording semi- professionale
Una scheda audio dal prezzo contenuto ma dalle caratteristiche professionali. I preamp MIDAS solo perfetti, connettori di qualit, costruzione chassis ben realizzata, compatibilit pressoch totale (la uso con Ubuntu Studio 21.04), latenza bassissima. Unica nota la particolare impedenza di uscita delle cuffie, comunque aggirabile tranquillamente tramite il potenziometro d’uscita, perfettamente pesato. La realizzazione ed il feeling complessivo sono da scheda audio di prezzo pi alto. Non viene dato nulla in dotazione, ma rendiamoci conto che attualmente DAW e plugin dalla resa professionale si trovano anche open source o freemium e che le offerte di plugins offerti gratuitamente dalle varie software house specializzate sono all’ordine del giorno.
This versatile interface offers good sound quality in a well-built, compact unit. With both Audio and Midi inputs, it’s ideal to use with DAW software like Ableton, at a price that won’t break the bank. Recommended.
Se ve muy robusto y de buena calidad. Conectas y listo, ningn problema. Lo utilizo con mi mac sistema OS Big Sur y todo perfecto
I’m sure there are much better pre-amps out there, but for this money – I don’t think so. I use it all the time for microphones and guitars. The limiter is a bit “limited” – all puns intended, but again – it works! Let’s be honest, set the mode, adjust the input gain and that’s it. Sounds fine, I’ve recorded loads with it, and it’s on a par with my other main interface.
Yes I’m sure there are “purists” out there, who will compare it to much more expensive units, and yes they probably are better…..BUT, this is cheap, it works, it’s well built – it does everything I need it to do, sounds fine – no positive or negative colouration to the source that I can hear, and works in a number of different applications.
No issue running it with Logic audio, especially in an aggregate. It just does the job, and it does it well. You don’t have to use the limiter, but it’s there as a failsafe – and I welcome that. A very useful tool, and something I use daily now. They’re good value for money, they work well, and are reliable – what more do you want?
Not much to say about it, does what it should, isn’t hard to setup, worked right out of the box. with the driver’s from the website, great value for the price
buena interfaz, pude conectar todo lo que quera, hasta usarlo como ampli de guitarras electricas y meterle efectos pro software. 100%r ecomendable, lo nico, un poco cara hehe
Suono pulito, nessuna latenza, registrazioni soddisfacenti, la utilizzo anche in live con vst e simulatori vari, ottima in tutto. Installata sia su windows 10 che sul 7, perfettamente compatibile grazie agli ottimi drivers. Daw Tracktion in dotazione scaricabile dopo aver registrato il prodotto. Vivamente consigliata.
Doppio ingresso combo (Jack e XLR bilanciato) , preamplificatori Midas con alimentazione a 48v, interfaccia midi standard, due ingressi insert da usare per aggiungere effetti ai due ingressi standard. Di ottima fattura, quasi interamente in metallo, sensazione di robustezza e professionalit. Regolazione della cuffia e bilanciamento tra input output in preascolto. A livello amatoriale e semiprofessionale, non mi risulta ci sia di meglio in circolazione, a questo prezzo. E non detto che spendendo di pi ci sia di meglio.
I chose the U-PHORIA UMC204HD specifically for the extra two audio outputs and the midi.
It has a logical, well layed out design, good sound quality and low latency on Windows with the downloadable ASIO driver. Was a close decision between this and the UMC404HD, but I decided I didn’t need to record more that two inputs at once.
Basically does what it says it will do with only one slight oddity. The headphone monitoring is controlled by a switch labelled on/off. However it seems to be always monitoring the output and when the switch is moved to the “on” position also monitors the input signal mixed with the output.
Its sampling is selectable to 32K, 44.1K and 48K @16bit although the instructions don’t explain how (MacOS; use Audio Midi Settings and Windows; Audio Settings-> advanced device settings)
It uses the TI chipset and noise and latency seemed commendably low. Obviously the I/O is only RCA unbalanced which limits things. But if you want anything better you will have to pay considerably more. However, if you use it with a mixer with RCA Tape In/Out, the levels should be high enough to avoid any issues and you can then use the computer as a digital tape deck. This is my use case when working with mixers that don’t have built in USB ports.
Sounds great, no latency.
I’m using it with Logic Pro X on MAC
“include la daw tracktion e 150 plug-in di strumenti/effetti scaricabili” Niente di tutto questo, come mai??? il resto tutto perfetto.
Acheter pour passer d’un micro casque un micro sur pied et la diffrence est la ! Le son de ma voix est beaucoup plus net malgr l’achat d’un micro 15 euros . Les rglages sont correct pour une utilisation classique type stream ( peut tre moins pour une utilisation musique ) . Rien dire de plus c’est propre
88.
A questo prezzo non troverete di meglio in giro.
Dimenticatevi le altre marche.
Per quello che offre questa scatolina, c’ poco da fare.
Preamplificatori Midas, nessuna latenza, cavi d’ingresso posteriori per poter collegare persino dei pedali, pi altri ingressi davvero utili, e tutti in questa piccola scatola.
Costruzione compatta e solida. Installazione veloce. La ricomprerei altre mille volte
There is nothing to add, the sound quality is very good, and the overall way cheaper than his red competitor Sca*
I recommend.
s bon matriel qui restitue bien les quelques effets produits pour le mome
It’s a basic Audio Interface with no bells or whistles.
It’s very basic in it’s use and there are drivers available for these units.
Very surprised how well this interface works, the acceptable latency and the quality of the preamps.
Es un poco complicada la instalacin y configuracin pero una ve superada esa etapa genial.
I’m using this on both Linux with my guitar/mic combo and on Win 10. What a lovely little interface!
Only thing is, if you’re using it on a Linux system then your going to need higher audio levels. I’m really pleased with this though.
Aprs essai dsastreux d’une autre marque mieux cote aux belles cartes rouges mtallises mais aux drivers alatoires dont je crois ne pas avoir le droit de citer le nom, je me suis rabattu aprs visionnage de vidos sur cette petite carte son behringer, qui fait trs bien le travail pour l’instant. Fiable, sans surprises, voir dans le temps.
Works great and sound output is very clean. Could use a proper level meter display, an ON/OFF switch, an L+R channel combine button, and separate +48V phantom power switches per xlr jack. Most of that could be added without too much added cost to BOM. One thing that could easily have been included would have been a 1/4″ to 3.5mm headphone jack adapter.
So I had the UMC202 before which gave me two input channels – one XLR and one 1/4″ jack but outgrew that as I added more instruments I wanted to record.
This unit comes with 4x XLR ports (which allow normal 1/4″ jack inputs too), switches to dedicate that port to instrument or mic, individual gain control, external monitor, clip monitor, and much more. On the rear it has multiple output options for transfer sound direct to mixing tables, stereo equipment or computer.
For my setup, I use two ports for dedicate microphone and the other two dedicate for instruments (keyboard and electro-accoustic ukulele), and can record all 4 simultaneously. It connects from the included USB lead and has built in 48v phantom power. This can also be powered using their supplied power cable so you don’t need USB to run it either.
On my setup, I use an amp as an external monitor run off the headphone jack on the right hand side for playback and this unit outputs in full stereo. It was instantly recognisable in GarageBand on a MacMini without any drivers needed.
Pros:
– is a high definition sound for sure.
– has plenty of outputs
– has lots of inputs
– loads of controls with proper dials to set
– easy to use out of the box
– works standalone as well as using dedicated pc setup
– size is great and fits lovely on my desk
– never overheats
– solid construction with metal hard-shell and plastic front, all very strong, with sturdy dials
Cons:
– being ultra picky they don’t have any dial markers on the body eg 1-10, but you do have a white marker for the dial itself so you can see where you are at…
– not a lot else really! I’m scraping the barrel here because it really is well made.
I highly recommend this as it performs even better than the UMD202 which is also a really nice purchase. Considering the price point, it easily punches above it’s weight and for what you get I think this would suit anyone from a weekend jammer all the way to a dedicated YouTuber needing multiple microphones and audio output. So versatile. Great value for money.
So I had the UMC202 before which gave me two input channels – one XLR and one 1/4″ jack but outgrew that as I added more instruments I wanted to record.
This unit comes with 4x XLR ports (which allow normal 1/4″ jack inputs too), switches to dedicate that port to instrument or mic, individual gain control, external monitor, clip monitor, and much more. On the rear it has multiple output options for transfer sound direct to mixing tables, stereo equipment or computer.
For my setup, I use two ports for dedicate microphone and the other two dedicate for instruments (keyboard and electro-accoustic ukulele), and can record all 4 simultaneously. It connects from the included USB lead and has built in 48v phantom power. This can also be powered using their supplied power cable so you don’t need USB to run it either.
On my setup, I use an amp as an external monitor run off the headphone jack on the right hand side for playback and this unit outputs in full stereo. It was instantly recognisable in GarageBand on a MacMini without any drivers needed.
Pros:
– is a high definition sound for sure.
– has plenty of outputs
– has lots of inputs
– loads of controls with proper dials to set
– easy to use out of the box
– works standalone as well as using dedicated pc setup
– size is great and fits lovely on my desk
– never overheats
– solid construction with metal hard-shell and plastic front, all very strong, with sturdy dials
Cons:
– being ultra picky they don’t have any dial markers on the body eg 1-10, but you do have a white marker for the dial itself so you can see where you are at…
– not a lot else really! I’m scraping the barrel here because it really is well made.
I highly recommend this as it performs even better than the UMD202 which is also a really nice purchase. Considering the price point, it easily punches above it’s weight and for what you get I think this would suit anyone from a weekend jammer all the way to a dedicated YouTuber needing multiple microphones and audio output. So versatile. Great value for money.
La calidad precio es muy buena, es una buena tarjeta, sencilla y fcil de usar. graba en muy buenas condiciones y se oye genial. Lo malo es que cada vez que la desconectas tienes que volver a ajustar los parmetros del programa de grabacin, pero por lo dems es fantstica.
he only shortcoming was not having line inputs on the rear panel. I use this interface with a mixer and didn’t want permanent cables from the consul plugged into the front of the Behringer. A workaround for this was inputting the mixer outputs via the inserts. This keeps my studio nice and neat and anything plugged into the mixer now routes through Behringer U-Phoria – no problem!
All in all a great unit, well made, great value!
– Latencia cero (para el que no sepa, latencia es el retardo entre la seal de entrada, sea tecla de un piano, voz de micro, guitarra… y la respuesta en la reproduccin)
– Sin ruido de fondo. las entradas, tanto de micrfono como de instrumento, suenan limpios, sin interferencias y sin ruidos extraos.
– Prestaciones. Nmero de entradas y salidas, conexin MIDI, toma de auriculares… Tiene todo lo que yo, particularmente, necesito, para grabar voz y guitarra (o dos voces, dos guitarras, o combinaciones de otros instrumentos)
– Construccin. Me parece robusta, y estticamente (aunque esto sea muy subjetivo), muy conseguida y elegante.
– Calidad general. Sonido, terminacin, versatilidad…. Todo.
La calificara de 9 sobre 10, sobre todo, teniendo en cuenta su precio. No la califico ms alto porque no soy un experto, como ya he comentado, y me parecera un tanto osado, y porque le encuentro un “contra”, y es que la salida de audio tiene algo menos de potencia de lo que estaba acostumbrado con mis anteriores tarjetas. He usado algunas de M-Audio, de Roland/Edirol , Tascam y probado de algunas otras marcas, y por comparacin con la ltima que estaba usando, el volumen es algo ms bajo, nada que no se pueda solucionar, simplemente, subiendo un poco ms la salida de audio. No quiere decir que suene floja, ni mucho menos: suena ms floja que mi anterior tarjeta, o quizs es que la que usaba sonaba ms fuerte de lo normal.
En definitiva, una tarjeta muy recomendable, desde mi punto de vista. No s si para un usuario “profesional” se le podra quedar algo corta, pero a nivel amateur, e incluso “amateur avanzado” creo que es ms que suficiente. Y en relacin calidad/precio, resulta imbatible. En funcin del nmero de entradas que se necesiten puede quedarse corta, claro, pero esto no es un problema de calidad, o de esta tarjeta en concreto. La inmensa mayora de las marcas tienen tarjetas de este formato y mismo nmero de entradas, pero por el doble de precio, cuando no ms. En cualquier caso, siempre se puede optar por su hermana mayor, la UMC404HD, que tiene el doble de entradas (tambin es el doble de grande, claro, y a veces, el espacio es un condicionante).
Una ltima cosa: yo la estoy usando con Windows 7, 64 bits, y programas como Audacity, Cubase, Reaper… a parte de los reproductores clsicos, como el propio de Windows. Los drivers los baj de la pgina de Behringer y todos los programas me la han reconocido inmediatamente y sin ningn tipo de problema. No la he probado en Windows 10, por lo que no puedo opina
Eccezionale per il prezzo..veloce da installare e subito riconosciuta,suono limpido senza rumori di fondo..peccato lo switch per la fantom sul retro..consiglio
Probably the cheapest audio interface with this many features. I have connected it to my laptop through a usb cable, to my headphones, to two of these speakers: https://www.amazon.de/-/en/M-Audio-BX8-D3-Professional-built/dp/B01J66ZEE0
and also to my piano (kawai ES-110 B) through the midi ports and the IN ports. Works as expected, I have no complaints whatsoever.
There’s a bit of confusion around Behringer audio interfaces. I can confirm this UMC204HD is a proper ASIO device (not ASIO4ALL) and has dedicated drivers for Windows and Mac. I am running Windows 10, and have had this recording stereo from my keyboard (SH-01) into Cakewalk by Bandlab via the ASIO no problems. Just remember to disable your laptop’s soundcard ASIO (RealtekHD in my case) in the DAW. Also make sure that the sample rate in the DAW matches the setting in the ASIO control panel. If you have any problems I’d recommend the Sweetwater website, full of useful techy stuff and tutorials, including for this device. I was going to get the Focusrite 2i2 or the SSL2, but for the money I saved I popped a QX1204USB mixer in the shopping basket as well!
Lo compr para un cliente ya que tena buenas opiniones en Youtube y es el modelo moderno de uno que tengo hace ya muchos aos. Lo prob con el cliente y considerando el precio que tiene la calidad es excelente para cosas como Podcast, Youtubers o estudios de msica pequeos.