Description
Audiophile 2x2 USB Audio Interface with XENYX Mic Preamplifier
U-PHORIA UM2
When it’s time to make recording history, you need the best audio interface you can get – and you need one you can count on.
That’s why Behringer is kicking it up a notch with the amazing UM2, an ultra-compact 2 x 2, 48 kHz USB interface with a studio-grade XENYX Mic Preamp, combination XLR/TRS input for your vocal and direct instrument input (no DI required), and an additional ¼ " Instrument Input.
The rich feature-set, which also boasts a powerful Phones Output for the Direct Monitoring of your session, plus 2 Outputs and USB-supplied power – makes the UM2 the best, and most-portable recording interface in its class!
- 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, +48 V-powered XENYX Mic Preamp comparable to stand-alone boutique preamps
- Powerful Phones output with Level control and Direct Monitor select
- Status, Signal, and Clip indications for a perfect overview
- USB port for connection and power
- Free audio recording, editing, and podcasting software plus 150 instrument/effect plug-ins downloadable at behringer.com
- Designed and engineered in Germany
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This soundcard is compatible with both Microsoft Windows and Apple OSX operating systems.
For Microsoft Windows, please download the required driver from https://www.fastrak.co.za/products/asio4all and follow the installation instructions.
For Apple OSX no additional driver is required and the soundcard is plug and play. Once you have completed installing the ASIO4ALL driver, simply connect the soundcard to your computer using the provided USB Cable.
This soundcard is compatible with all DAW software that recognises ASIO4ALL and Core Audio Drivers
48 kHz Precision
You take your tracks seriously, and the UM2 respects them too, providing 48 kHz resolution, for the amazingly-detailed and pristine recording quality your music deserves.
Studio in a Little Black Box
When those creative juices start flowing, you need a fast and easy way to get those musical ideas into your Mac or Windows computer – that’s where the UM2 comes in.
Just plug in a microphone, instrument or line level sources to the combination XLR/TRS input and additional ¼ " input for the ultimate in studio flexibility.
The easy-to-use UM2 is ready whenever you are, ensuring an ultra-clean pathway to your computer’s hard drive for stunningly-professional results – the perfect solution for the solo musician wanting to capture that next big hit!
Seamless Integration with Popular DAWs
The ultra-compact UM2 is totally compatible with virtually all popular recording software including Avid Pro Tools*, Ableton Live*, Steinberg Cubase*, etc., so you can record tracks directly into you favorite computer-based DAW – and mix and master to your heart’s content.
Sonically Superior Mic Preamps
The studio-grade XENYX Mic Preamp used in the UM2, has been praised by audio engineers all over the world for its hug-headroom, low-noise operation.
These state-of-the-art mic pres represent a major step in the evolution of audio technology – and they can easily hold their own, even when compared to the most expensive stand-alone mic preamps. XENYX preamps offer a staggering 130 dB of dynamic range, with a bandwidth that extends from below 10 Hz to well above 200 kHz.
Armed with these outstanding mic preamps, the UM2 provides such transparent, crystal-clear performance you just might think someone upgraded your mics while you weren’t looking.
Convenient Monitoring
The UM2 Mix control allows direct monitor select, which means musicians can experience their performance clearly – resulting in a better performance and recording.
With its powerful Phones Output, Direct Monitor Level control, Status and Signal Clip LEDs, plus USB-supplied power – the UM2 is ready to go wherever you go.
Getting Connected
The UM2 Mix control allows direct monitor select, which means musicians can experience their performance clearly – resulting in a better performance and recording.
With its powerful Phones Output, Direct Monitor Level control, Status and Signal Clip LEDs, plus USB-supplied power – the UM2 is ready to go wherever you go.
Free Would Be Nice!
Because you’ll want to take full advantage of the UM2’s recording and podcasting potential, we’ve included a download for all the software you’ll need for audio recording, editing and even podcasting – all free of charge and downloadable from behringer.com.
You’ll be ready to go live on your PC or Mac right out of the box! We’ve also provided a free download of more than 150 virtual instruments and FX plug-ins – turning your computer into a powerful home-based or mobile recording studio from input to output.
Recording the Next Big Hit
The amazing UM2 ultra-compact 2 x 2, 48 kHz USB audio interface allows you to record the perfect vocal or instrument tracks directly to your computer, thanks to the XENYX Mic Preamp with +48 Volt phantom power for condenser microphones – and studio-grade 48 kHz converter for superb sound quality.
Whether you’re a singer-songwriter, producer on the go, or just need a rock-solid interface for running backing tracks at the gig, the ultra-dependable U-PHORIA UM2 will help you shine in the digital domain.