Behringer U-Phoria UMC1820 USB Audio Interface

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If you need lots of I/O for your home studio, the Behringer U-PHORIA UMC1820 USB 2.0 audio interface is worth a look. With 18 inputs and 10 outputs, the U-PHORIA UMC1820 gives you plenty of options for connecting your synths and outboard gear. Add eight Midas-designed mic pres and high-resolution 24-bit/96kHz converters to the mix, and you have yourself a complete studio in a box. Not enough I/O? Connect a Behringer ADA8200 to the U-PHORIA UMC1820’s ADAT input and expand to a total of 16 preamps. 

Ample I/O provides extensive connectivity
The U-PHORIA UMC1820 provides 18 inputs and 20 outputs, as well as MIDI I/O, enough to connect and sync all of your favorite synths, modules, compressors, external mic pres, and whatever else you have lying around. The U-PHORIA UMC1820’s TRS, RCA, and XLR outputs ensure that you have your analog playback options covered. With support for S/PDIF, ADAT, and S/MUX digital formats, the U-PHORIA UMC1820 lets you use all three signals simultaneously, allowing for plenty of expansion.

Midas-designed mic preamps deliver high-quality audio reproduction
Incorporating Midas-designed mic pres, the U-PHORIA UMC1820 allows you to record vocals or acoustic instruments directly into your DAW with surprising clarity. The U-PHORIA UMC1820 includes +48-volt phantom power for your condenser microphones and sufficient gain for your dynamic mics. On top of that, high-resolution 24-bit/96kHz converters ensure that what goes into your U-PHORIA UMC1820 is captured with accuracy.

Direct monitoring for zero-latency cue mixes
It’s no secret that when artists can hear their performance with no delay or lag, they perform better. The U-PHORIA UMC1820’s zero-latency direct monitoring ensures that technology will never get in the way of a great performance. Additionally, the U-PHORIA UMC1820 features dual headphone outputs with separate level controls and monitor A/B source select for DJ-style cueing.

Features:

• Midas-designed mic preamps deliver high-quality audio reproduction
• 24-bit/96kHz resolution for professional audio quality
• Ample I/O provides extensive connectivity
• Simultaneous use of all signals allows for plenty of expansion
• Direct monitoring for zero-latency cue mixes
• Dual headphone outputs with individual level controls and monitor A/B source select for DJ-
• style cueing
• High-quality components and rugged construction ensure long life

Tech Specs

• Computer Connectivity: USB 2.0
• Form Factor: Rackmount
• Simultaneous I/O: 18 x 20
• Number of Preamps: 8
• Phantom Power: Yes
• A/D Resolution: 24-bit/96kHz
• Analog Inputs: 8 x XLR-1/4″ combo
• Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4″ TRS (main out), 8 x 1/4″ TRS (line out)
• Digital Inputs: 1 x Coax (S/PDIF), 1 x Toslink (ADAT)
• Digital Outputs: 1 x Coax (S/PDIF), 1 x Toslink (ADAT)
• Headphones: 2 x 1/4″
• MIDI I/O: In/Out/USB
• USB: 1 x Type B
• Rack Spaces: 1U
• Power Supply: 12V DC power supply (included)
• Manufacturer Part Number: 000-B2J02-00010