Behringer U-Phoria UM2 USB Audio Interface with XLR Cable
- 2x2 USB interface
- 1 XENYX mic preamp, +48V phantom
- 1 XLR/TRS combo, 1 1/4" instrument input
- 48kHz sampling rate
- 2 RCA outputs, headphone out with level
- USB powered
- 6-foot XLR cable included
- Mac OS X, Windows XP or higher
Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A simple starter interface for one mic or one guitar with a cable to get going right away. It records at a modest sample rate and offers one preamp only.
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ASIN: B0913MKPJ3Model: UM2Category: Audio Interfaces
Overview
Plugging a mic or guitar into a computer is the whole job of this Behringer interface, with a single XENYX preamp and phantom power for condenser mics. It draws power over USB, and the bundled six foot XLR cable connects the mic.
Simplicity for a first recording setup is the point: one mic input, one instrument input and a headphone jack, powered from the computer. The sample rate is basic and only one mic can be recorded.
Who it's for
New home recordists and streamers starting with one microphone. Anyone needing two mic preamps or higher sample rates should look at a larger model.
Pros and cons
- Phantom power for condensers
- USB bus powered
- Headphone output with level control
- Direct monitor switch
- One mic preamp only
- Basic sample rate
Performance notes
Recording quality rests on the single XENYX preamp, which brings the mic to line level before conversion. Direct monitor sends the input to the headphones without computer delay, and the LEDs show signal and clipping.
Specifications
| Brand | Behringer |
|---|---|
| Model | UM2 |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Inputs outputs | 2 in / 2 out |
| Audio output | 2 RCA, headphone out with level control |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power source | USB |
| Warranty & support | |
| Supported Software | Avid Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Steinberg Cubase, Tracktion |
| Other details | |
| Audio Input | 1 XLR/TRS, 1 1/4" instrument |
| Operating System | Mac OS X, Windows XP or higher |
| Maximum Sample Rate | 48 KHz |
| Bundled content | Amazon Basics 6-foot XLR male to female cable |
| Indicators | Status, signal and clip LEDs |
| Mic preamp | 1 XENYX, +48V phantom power |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Behringer UM2 work with a Mac?
Yes. It supports Mac OS X and Windows XP or higher, and works with Pro Tools, Ableton Live and Cubase.
Can the Behringer UM2 power a condenser mic?
Yes. Its XENYX preamp provides +48V phantom power.
Does the UM2 need a power adapter?
No. It is powered through the computer USB port.
What cable is in the UM2 bundle?
An Amazon Basics 6-foot XLR male to female microphone cable.