Behringer UMC22 USB Audio Interface
- 2x2 USB interface, 48 kHz per the description
- Midas-designed mic preamp on the XLR/TRS combo jack
- 1/4 inch TRS instrument input, no DI box needed
- +48V phantom power switch on the rear panel
- 2 x 1/4 inch TRS outputs for studio monitors
- Headphone output with Direct Monitor switch
- USB bus powered, 16 ounces
- Mac and Windows, works with Pro Tools, Live, Cubase
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact USB interface for a solo musician recording one mic or one guitar at a time into a DAW. Only one input takes XLR and bit depth is not stated, so it suits simple home sessions.
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ASIN: B00FFIGZF6Category: Audio Interfaces
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Overview
Behringer built this pocket interface around a Midas-designed mic preamp that feeds a Mac or Windows computer over USB. A combo jack takes a microphone or line source, a separate jack takes a guitar, and the same cable powers the unit.
Direct guitar input, phantom power and a monitor switch cover the basics of recording a voice or instrument with no extra boxes. Recording two microphones at once is not possible, since the second input is an instrument jack only.
Who it's for
Podcasters, singer songwriters and guitarists starting a home studio get a bus powered box that plugs straight into a laptop. Bands tracking drums or several mics at once need more preamps.
Pros and cons
- Midas-designed mic preamp
- Phantom power for condenser mics
- Direct monitor switch for hearing yourself
- Powered over USB, no adapter
- Only one XLR mic input
- Bit depth not listed
- Sample rate figures conflict in the listing
Performance notes
Recording quality depends on preamp gain staging, so the clip LED is the guide to setting levels without distortion. Direct monitoring routes the input straight to the headphones, so the performer hears no computer delay while tracking.
Specifications
| Brand | Behringer |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 1 pound |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Audio output | 2 x 1/4 inch TRS, headphones |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Phantom power | +48V switch |
| Power source | Rechargeable battery |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Compatible Devices | Laptop, Personal Computer |
| Other details | |
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Audio Input | XLR/TRS Combo, 1/4 Inch TRS Instrument |
| Operating System | Mac, Windows |
| Monitoring | Direct Monitor select switch |
| Maximum Sample Rate | 48 KHz (description), 96 KHz (spec Sheet) |
| Indicators | Status And Signal Clip LEDs |
| Mic preamp | Midas-Designed |
Frequently asked questions
Can the Behringer UMC22 record two microphones at once?
No. Only the front combo jack takes an XLR mic. The second input is a 1/4 inch TRS instrument input.
Can I plug a guitar straight into the Behringer UMC22?
Yes. The extra 1/4 inch instrument input takes a guitar directly, with no DI box required.