At one time Behringer products were the ban of the industry, cheaply made/reversed engineered/and slave labor were the typical comments you'd hear about them...I have owned several products that were frankly unusable (cheap compressor and a horrific ADA8000)...since purchasing Midas and a few other companies and being re-branded as Global Music I have to say things have really turned around...
First lets talk about the drivers, if you are running a Mac OS the drivers are already installed, plug it in go to your midi/audio device settings and choose it, you're done...in Windows (depending on OS version) you are going to need to download and install the appropriate drivers...depending on your computer this can be painless or a nuisance but thats hardly a Behringer problem...my install went quickly and thank god the old days of having to restart your computer every time you installed something is over...
Once installed the drivers are pretty seamless...depending on the application it seems that bit depth is adjusted on the fly, which is also a wonderful new thing, not sure if its just ASIO 2 or what but I like it.
As far as the U-phoria UMC404HD...for $99.00 you are not going to beat the quality or functionality of this device...
I own a plethora of state of the art converters, from Apogee and Prism to the high end Lynx stuff and even some developmental TI and AKM boards...I also have a handful of the smaller Roland/Edirol devices as well as a Duet from Apogee...so my
"A/B" comparison pool is above average (yes I might be a hoarder I never sell or get rid of any audio gear)...
Frankly the converters in this UMC-404HD are as good as anything in my arsenal (also considering that at anything over 96kHz you are already outside the realm of tangible human hearing when it comes to noise floor anyway)...I have a tendency to NOT like any AKM converter and I pretty much could tell these were NOT that typical wet blanket smearing that a badly implemented "signal chain/psu/chip-choice" usually gives you...these converters are smooth, no clipping, no computer noise (switching power supplies in an DAC power system are a terrible idea but the technology is apparently coming round)...I haven't tried them at 192kHz because its really just a preference and eats up hard drive space (google NWaudioguy and read his stuff on this), but at 96khz everything is smooth as butter crisp and detailed just the way you want it.
The Midas pre's are wonderfully quiet, I would compare them to my API stuff with less gain, and overall this device seems to be on the quieter end of converter boxes/pre's, everything is sorta preset at a lower input level, which is fine if you ask me, no reason to drive your digital hot anyway...there is a hint of color but no smearing and no real clouding of the audio signal, its pretty much "what you hear is what you get", I cannot say this about any of my other devices with built in preamps...I NEVER use a devices pre's because I have a rack full of vintage stuff that is better, but this device is now my exception, it sounds as good as the rack stuff, just not as loud...speaking of which (built in preamps) you CAN bypass the pre's by simply using a TRS on the insert jack on the back, so if you don't like the pre's just bypass them and use your own outboard, you still get quality DA/AD conversion and you can real-time monitor with the mix knob on the front...but like I said this product seems to be on the low end of output level so that rule applies across the board to your headphone out...you are not going to be driving some high end/high impedance headphone to bleeding ears level with this thing, not a lot of volume range on the headphone mix but so what? Typically you should be sending out a separate headphone mix to a band anyway and you've only got 4 inputs so lets not pretend this is for tracking an orchestra, it is what it is and its quite good at that.
As far as functionality, having an A/B monitor switch on the front of this device is brilliant thinking on Behringers part...no other device in this price range is that versatile...
The ONLY drawback/complaint I have is really just a minor one and that is the phantom power switch powers ALL of the channels at once, (not that phantom will harm a non-phantom mic) and I get why they did it (cost probably and for what? A few guys like me complaining?) but it seems to me there should be a way to change this in software if you want (my Apogee Duet lets me do this).
I'm not going to go into all of the functions, others (and the Behringer sales video) will do a better job there...all I have to say is if you have heard in the past how crappy Behringer products are and avoid them like the plague I can assure you that something has changed in this company for the better...now the one caveat to that is I have not had to deal with their customer service, for all I know it could be non-existent, but I highly doubt it, they seem to be forward thinking here and listening to the customer base much better than the others...at one time if you had Behringer products in your studio people mocked you, that has changed...if you DON'T have their stuff now I would say you haven't tried them...this is now my favorite converter because, well...the price and the build quality makes my pocket book smile and the ease of use and functionality makes my workflow smile...the fact that its easily portable and I can switch it between DAW systems super fast makes it a bonus all the way around.
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UMC404HD
Audiophile 4x4, 24-Bit/192 kHz USB Audio/MIDI Interface with Midas Mic Preamplifiers
- 4x4 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.
- 4 state-of-the-art, Midas designed Mic Preamplifiers with +48 V phantom power
- Analog Inserts for use of external effects such as compressors, etc.
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U-PHORIA UMC404HDThe incredible U-PHORIA UMC404HD 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 UMC404HD 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 UMC404HD’s 4 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 UMC404HD 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. |
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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. |
Getting ConnectedOn the rear panel of the UMC404HD, 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 UMC404HD also features 4 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 UMC404HD is a powerful 4 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. |
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| number of channels | 4 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| hardware interface | usb | usb2.0 | usb | usb | usb | usb2.0 |
| connectivity tech | USB | USB | USB | USB | USB | USB |
| model year | — | 2022 | 2021 | — | — | 2014 |
| style | Audio Interface | 2 Pre, 2 Line/4-out | Interface only | — | — | Audio Interface |
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The Behringer U-Phoria UM2 USB Audio Interface is an absolute game-changer for anyone looking to elevate their audio recording setup. I recently paired it with my Rode PodMic, and the results have been outstanding.This audio interface delivers crystal-clear sound quality, allowing the Rode PodMic to shine and capture every nuance of my voice. Whether I'm recording podcasts, voiceovers, or music, the UM2 ensures that my audio comes through with pristine clarity and accuracy.I also appreciate the ease of use and versatility of the UM2. With its plug-and-play functionality, I was up and running in no time, and the intuitive controls make it easy to adjust levels and settings to suit my needs.Overall, I'm extremely impressed with the Behringer U-Phoria UM2 USB Audio Interface. It's the perfect companion for the Rode PodMic, delivering professional-grade sound quality and performance at an affordable price point. If you're looking to take your audio recording to the next level, I highly recommend giving the UM2 a try.
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Como contras lo que tiene es que para configurar el sonido lo tienes que hacer desde tu PC debe estar entrada de audio interfaz codec usb y en salida la misma ademas de estar en sonido monoaural, tuve que ver varios tutoriales pero hay muchos por lo que veo que todo tiene solución, una vez que configuras el sonido en tu computadora todo esta super bien, conecto una guitarra eléctrica en la linea 2 que dice inst y la interfaz ya trae como un pre ampli que incluso hace que se oiga un reverb muy útil si no tienes pedales de fectos, distorciones o preamplificador, en la linea 1 también puedes conectarlo pero se oye muy mal ya que este esta destinado para un micrófono, tambien algo que no me agrado es que forzosamente tienes monitorearlo desde la interfaz ya que desde la PC hay bastante delay, y la salida para auriculares es de 6.35 o 1/4 ha sido un dolor de muelas encontrar unos audifonos con ese plug ya que todos tienen 3.5 mm o 1/8 y los adaptadores que compre aquí mismo en amazon no embonan bien en la entrada de 3.5 he tenido que comprar unos con esa salida exclusivamente, salvo esos detalles creo que si vale la pena no me arrepiento y puedo grabar todo desde la PC en mi caso con Audacity y OBS
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Oskar
Great value
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Ottima scheda audio budget
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