Behringer U-Phoria UM2 Review / Test

[@lizzygoldentail]

I just want to say thank you for these videos. Someone like me, who loves making music and has no money really appreciates these videos and all the hard work and HONEST reviews.

[@ragalm6006]

This was perfect. You covered literally everything I wanted to know and in a simple straight forward way. Thanks!

[@MrNobodee]

You were a BIG help. I watch these KZbin reviews and they skip some details assuming we're all semi-pros and know what comes next. I thank you for explaining the XLR inputs as well as what actually needs to go to the computer USB wise and their corresponding adapters. For my current purposes this set up with the BM800 mic will get me where I need to go for now reducing latency issues along with the back ground noise I was experiencing with my SAMSON C01U usb mic, thanks. Also, the investment won't break me so I can take care of this immediately.

[@marvelousking4983]

Are you using the same interface?

[@kikoorange8401]

wow that was nice playing on that guitar

[@Podcastage]

+Kiko S Thank you very much!

[@ymmijl]

@Thirsty Work but that first bit sounds just like You Really Got Me - Van Halen

[@QrchackOfficial]

Just a quick addition - definitely plug your guitar to the instrument input, not the combo input - that one is prepared for mic and line signals. Guitars output very quiet signal and putting them through a line input causes an impedance mismatch. Basically, the interface is trying to "pull current" from the guitar - that'd be fine for a big synthesiser which has a powerful output, but not so good for a guitar which has passive pickups and therefore can only output so much. Long story short, with the combo input through a TRS jack you'll lose some of the highs. Using the instrument input solves the issue.

[@Podcastage]

Thank you VERY much!!!

[@LeeLee-wv9fb]

Podcastage when i plug my guitar in inst 2 the sig lights up but no sound going thru audacity how to solve that?

[@bjcrosserke]

Looks good! You know whats great about this! It doesn't need a Power adapter for the Phantom... Just one USB connection is enough!

[@Podcastage]

+bjcrosserke Exactly. That's why I had to check the voltage. It makes no sense to me. A USB port only provides 5v of power, but somehow, this thing turns that into 46v!? IT'S MAGIC!

[@wildernessreviews8087]

@@Podcastage It's funny, because the Focusrite/Digidesign/Now Avid OG Mbox 1 from 2001 did the same thing, with TWO XLR inputs, and all the reviews said the same thing lol.

[@Bart_Fuzz]

02:51 That's what I wanted to hear, probably goin with this one. Recording guitar with a cheap mic is frustrating as hell.

[@brokenskies7831]

You have absolutely no clue how many times I have watched this video. This was insanely helpful in helping me make a decision investing in an audio interface for my home studio. Your channel has been nothing but help to me for the last year. -Your earthling

[@MetralletaLuis]

Did you buy this one? Are you happy with it?

[@brokenskies7831]

Luis Miguel Martínez I did and it is great

[@spuwuky4661]

No latency when recording vocals?

[@yinonriklis1166]

hey would you recommend this for a starting broke producer who wants to record music with his friends?

[@dr.derplols8312]

You probably want to hear this from him, but I’ve seen a lot of reviews and I can say that it’s solid for people starting out. It does everything you need for when ur starting, and the price is hella good if ur on a budget

[@Sanguivore]

@@dr.derplols8312 Thanks for the feedback! I had the same question.

[@erllrma]

I literally just bought this for $42 today. I had a $30 gift card so it was only $12 from me. Im pretty excited about it.

[@thevixenxiii]

@@erllrmahow’d you like it ?

[@samedayeditfilmsandtciphot1275]

Normally I have to click around through several videos to get a run-through of every feature, plus some knowledgeable opinion about how it compares to similar items. But you covered it all, really quickly, and in an easy-to-understand way. Thanks!!!

[@tr762]

La mejor review de esta interface, pros, contras, defectos, calidad de audio, video y la informacion precisa. Excelente trabajo!!

[@Evolution02_]

This is great this video has helped me confirm the purchase with this item I’m a starting out artist build a at home studio to record and I had a concern for the phantom power, because the akg p120 mic I bought has just that and now I can start calmly I’m starting with garage band for awhile til I learn the ropes of it after that sometime down the line I’ll get Logic Pro but I know some artist who only use garage band to record everything so I really appreciate this review and I can tell you were honest ! Big thing bout some of these reviews fr !

[@dejaimeneto6093]

6:04, that's what you came here for.

[@joaocaetano164]

Certeza! Será que a latência é baixa? Não achei muitos reviews de guitar pra testar a latência...

[@privatevoidnoname]

com o direct monitor a latencia é nula, pelo que entendi

[@wbogan2009]

Dejaime Neto thanks

[@lucasmartinez4859]

No, I came for the whole video, and I´ve learned a lot :o

[@ankitkumarroy5183]

D

[@thesundials]

Recently upgraded from UM2 to UMC204HD.....while the UMC204 is a more sophisticated build I still like the UMC2 and it's bottle-top buttons.....I'm keeping it in mothballs in case the Borg attack. Would recommend the UM2 for anyone looking for a first AI.

[@sward999]

Thumbs up for good editing and being (mostly) concise.

[@grugi6347]

werent u supposed to plug your guitar cable to inst 2

[@danmagoo]

Another great video. THANKS especially for the tip about how to fix the issue of the output going to left speaker only -- I found the same fix works on my Scarlett Solo. That was driving me crazy. Thanks again!!

[@Podcastage]

Absolutely. =)

[@croshiroth7579]

At 6:04 can you do a cover of that song or just tell me what's the name of the song?

[@finalfantasy7820]

I've decided to buy this for home studio. Thank you!

[@SmokeDaJitt]

How’d it go?

[@Vysair]

Home studio? Music?

[@Louis-qs9ss]

Mate hi from UK. Your videos are so informative and they have been ridiculously helpful I’m setting up my whole home studio based on your content and I think you’re brilliant at your job. Well done and thanks 👍

[@lukasbergel6845]

0:43 DE is German (as in DEutschland) :)

[@rafmaxxhoi]

dutch

[@xHadesStamps]

Ja (I don't actually speak German)

[@alexanderhammer688]

@@xHadesStamps Kein Problem.

[@uditchaliha2958]

Ja es ist richtig. Ich lerne deutsch.😄

[@Allpcgeek]

Please make a tutorial on how can we set behringer umc22 with behringer C1 for professional vocal like how you record. Thank you so much.

[@vanessajones6431]

I found the driver information and here is what it says in the EULA for the UM2 "ASIO4ALL USB Audio Driver - Combined 32/64-bit 3rd party driver for Windows - Supports Windows XP to 7 (32/64-bit) - For OS X no drivers required" My OS is X.

[@rproductions1865]

So you don't need a driver for a mac?

[@mschrage618]

Great video! Beginner musician here , college kid on a tight budget, Squire Bullet Strat, Line6 Spider, etc. using Reaper for free lol. Didn’t want to shell out $75 for a Focusrite, because I suck and can’t justify the expense, saw these on a flash sale at AMS for $25 shipped, thought I’d give it a try. Should be here in a few days, can’t wait!

[@Cheguebuddha]

I use it with guitar, bass and it sounds awesome. Great value for money! 24 bit, Hi-Z instrument input, phantom power when needed. Yes the knobs are wobbly but on my desk there are no issues. Works great

[@Cheguebuddha]

Yes, its a 24bit and sounds awesome. Im no pro but you can hear my recordings on my you tube channel, so judge for your self (make sure to listen with good headphones)

[@fxbt49]

+Che Guebuddha Hi man ! Your comment interested me, because I tried to used it with my bass and it doesn't work :( So what is your setup for that ? You plug directly your bass output on the UM2 line 1 ? Or you need a preamp ? thanks for your time :)

[@Cheguebuddha]

Thoby F-X I run my Jazz Bass direct into the Inst 2 (line 2) which is Hi-Z better sounding for direct instruments. Then I go into a plugin called Helian Amps which sounds great for bass. Make sure the interface is not clipping (red light). I use Reaper DAW.

[@fxbt49]

Thx for the answer dude ! It's kinda strange, because my mic works well on Line 1, and my bass doesn't work on Inst2 and line 1. But i'm sure the problem doesn't come from the instrument himself, cause i can play with my classic amp. Any idea ? :x

[@Cheguebuddha]

Thoby F-X without hearing your recording I cant say much

[@infini667]

what will happen if I turn on phantom power with a dynamic microphone?

[@Araitik]

I got the Behringer UMC22, it just a few dollars more expensive but the build quality seems much better : full metal body, sturdy front knobs, and non-wobbly XLR and Jack connectors. I can't compare preamp quality (UMC22 comes with a Midas preamp and not a Xenyx like the UM2) but after testing it has low noise if you don't go over the top with microphone gain. Important thing to note : UMC22 output is 2x 6.35mm Jack and NOT RCA. I definitely recommend the UMC22 over the UM2 :)

[@Podcastage]

+Araitik Excellent review & information.

[@Araitik]

+Podcastage My pleasure :) Congratulations for your videos, keep up the awesome work !

[@alexkhouri]

+Podcastage I have a problem... There is a very unpleasant noise that I can't get rid off... When I connect the UM2 on the computer with the USB. How can I solve this?

[@Podcastage]

+Alex Khouri I did not run into this problem so I am uncertain what would be causing it. You should contact Behringer to get troubleshooting help. Sorry I can't be more help.

[@alexkhouri]

Podcastage No problems. I notice that when i connect my headphones directly in the UM2, it's perfect, however when i connect them in the computer I hear the sound. Even when I turn down all the volume on the MIC gain, there is still the noise, so I guess it's from a bad or poor connection on the USB system.

[@vanessajones6431]

Your video was EXTREMELY helpful. Thank you for taking the time to share the info!!

[@sirnigelcogs]

Three thoughts: First, that's a decent step up from using the little USB sound card. Second, you really tear on the guitar! That was awesome. And third, the Xenyx preamps are decent for a budget system. Their Midas preamps in their UMC series are slightly more expensive and a step up from that. But for those that care, according to Behringer, their UMC series isn't class compliant.

[@hemanth2412]

@1:50 you mentioned that it is a signal indicator if the mic is connected or not. I have um-2 and mic (Shure sv200) when I connect it indicator doesn't work so does the mic. What could be the problem here ?

[@musa583]

3:22 what adapter for the headphones

[@mason_tong]

Ghost Boy idk have you found out?

[@xavierpanohaya2647]

@@mason_tong Super late response, but that´s a 1/4 inch to 1/8 inch adapter

[@firmcargo]

In mic line 1 also can use jack plug if you want to record with 2 instrument without mic condenser.

[@crigmartin]

6:17 thank you so much for this information!

[@hhrap120]

have the same mic j d the same interface but why does my mic noise when I set it to -6 db high

[@artvasch147]

Better than the line 6 shit out there. My god... I bought a toneport when they first came out and I was so mad at how noisy the mic gain was. i keep it down almost all the way and just turn up the vocals post recording so it's usable. The pre amp for the headphones or jack, whatever, stopped working right after I got it and they didn't give a shit back then about customer service so i got shafted on warranty (they said it was my fault lol, yeah, ok). Plastic housing similar to this with much less. Supposedly zero latency, but it crashes my pc all the time. Have to update, but I'm probably going to go with the UMC22 after seeing this reminds me of how crappy the build is for line 6. Thanks for the review. Also, for those getting line 6 gear, something to think about, if you ever upgrade to a better interface, you have to pay them extra money for an ilok or something to use their software without using the interface. They're cheap bastards.

[@tigersteffi]

Jojo siwa hair

[@CHARLYKAT]

Hello, I'm french and... I don't understand all wath you say... But I have a question : What XLR cable have you for conect the microphone and the *U-Phoria UM2* ? Is it a male - male, a female-male or a female-female ?

[@FrankMillerPsychMD]

very nice concise review--as usual!

[@Podcastage]

+Frank Miller Thank you very kindly Frank. I appreciate that very much. =)

[@carolinablackk3030]

I just recently purchased the behringer 1input/ and I must say man with the right drivers updated, A Decent "DAW" And Plugins/Mic/Mixing/.. Your Sound Should Be 👍....

[@themastercorpse]

can i put a mic on "inst gain 2 " using a 6,3 mm adapter? does that also take advantage of the phantom power?

[@Podcastage]

No. 6.3mm does not receive ANY voltage.

[@MysteryChannelCS]

@@Podcastage I wonder how you have got this level of knowledge on these! Thank you!

[@subhadeepdey911]

How do I listen to left and right channels separately using the headphone monitoring port? Because I getting mixed stereo from headphone monitoring port.

[@facutorres8698]

It allows you to record simultaneously a mic and a guitar? Thanks

[@GamePlaysCassi]

My computer doesn't have 1 channel option to select.. Does anyone knows how to fix it ?

[@Podcastage]

If you're streaming, the software should have a downmix to mono option. If you're recording into a DAW, then make a mono track and record channel 1.

[@Native722]

@@Podcastage Does this record in stereo? I'm confused about the 1 channel.

[@VorceGTChannel]

do i need phantom power?

[@Podcastage]

No you do not. This offers Phantom Power.

[@valkbug]

Bruh momento

[@osinankitmusic]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂Bruh lol

[@gerry9337]

It comes with phantom power xD

[@gerry9337]

If ur on dynamic mic dont turn that thing on unless its condenser

[@jozefturcer7872]

Can I hear full quality of DT770 pro with this ? I dont really need to know how is it with mic but with good headphones, u know what I mean.. 250ohm

[@easymac6202]

do you recomend this for singing and using guitar? Thank you. love your videos!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Has anyone used this with an iPad or iPhone via the Lightning to USB adapter? I would imagine it would need a USB hub to power, but not sure if it is class compliant and therefore compatible with iOS. I’ve had a lot of folks asking me this but can’t find any confirmation online.

[@mundacaa]

Hi! I know this is kinda late, but I have a question. Is the "Tonor USB Clear Digital Sound SF-922B Microphone" compatible with a PS4? You did a review on it so I thought you might know. Thanks! You earned your self a subscriber and a like!

[@Podcastage]

+LegoShrine Gaming Hey thanks for the kind words. I do not own a PS4, so I am unable to test it, but I have very strong doubts that it will be compatible with the PS.

[@mundacaa]

Ok. Thank you very much!

[@croshiroth7579]

What’s the name of song that you played at 6:04

[@EmmanuelHaque]

Perfect. This is what I'm looking for as an alternative for the freaking expensive Focusrite!

[@YawnBlue]

Slowly learning about audio stuff and right from the beginning I learned something new (the mic thing can screw off! :O)

[@thedave4369]

Thank you for this great video! Is it possible to listen to previous recorded tracks (playback) and the input over the headphones while you are recording? For example if you want to record a solo guitar over a rythm guitar in cubase?

[@Podcastage]

+The Dave Yes you should be able to accomplish this.

[@DanielSRosehill]

Great review but want to push back on the point about it not being travel friendly. Easy workaround: buy a EVA. hard shelled case. But even without that, I've brought this with me in checked luggage on transatlantic flights and it's working just fine.

[@catface101]

Two seconds in and the first thing I see is Elliott Smith's Figure 8

[@Podcastage]

I had to stop listening to that album on repeat. I was afraid I'd pull out a butter knife and start trying to cut. SOOOOO good though! Dare I say, near perfect?

[@echizen4ever]

what kind of jack is hooked in the side in 1:22? and where to plug the end of that jack?

[@hiiiiiiiiii777]

does the usb cable for your computer come with it or do you have to buy it separately

[@Podcastage]

Comes with it.

[@selw0nk]

Can I use this with a Shure Sm7b and cloudfilter together?

[@michaelbower85]

This channel is perfect for me. I am a beginner podcaster and this gives WAY better instruction on equipment function then the instruction manuel does

[@TheTruthS.B.]

I ordered this and it just came in today! I'm pretty impressed with it so far,the buttons aren't loose or anything. I just can't wait until my AT2035 comes in! It doesn't sound to bad on the bm800.

[@Podcastage]

+Shaquile Starks-Bryant That's awesome! I'm glad that you like it! =) It's a pretty impressive little thing.

[@TheTruthS.B.]

Yes it indeed!

[@siraeonjay]

That song was lit

[@lucasdornella1359]

Hi! I have a problem when I try to recorder guitar using this interface.. I got an delay in my PC while I play, and also, if i get the output sound to an returr, the audio is going with too much noise! I have de behringer driver, but looks like didn't solve my problem =( Does anyone can help me?

[@nuki3691]

nice for twitch

[@andre-cmyk]

This is really useful. I need an audio interface and this is the only one I found with a bang-for-your-buck price. Hapy to see that it'll solve some other problems that I didn't imagine it would. Now to save!

[@itskingdick8791]

3:30 hahaha

[@Magnulus76]

An advantage of the USB adapter is that the Behringer probably doesn't send out bias power for electret condensers.

[@echtvergoldet]

Wow they even copied the packaging from Steinberg :D

[@myoss]

I have a question. I want to record interviews on skype. But My Headset Mic is not working. I used droid camera (To connect the 3mm microphone) on my phone. But there is always a double sound from the interviewer on my OBS recordings. I wonder If using an usb audio behringer(interface) would correct the problem.

[@cyrusadkisson6864]

Isn't input 1 for mic/line and input 2 for instrument? Shouldn't the guitar be plugged into #2? (The manual says "Input type: 1 x XLR/TRS combo connector (Mic/Line), 1 x 1⁄4" TRS (Instrument)" and "Impedance: Mic in: 3 kΩ / Instrument in: 1 MΩ")

[@LilaMusicDigital]

2:40 Does it play with the vocal chain for example too? If I have loaded chain in my DAW, are they on there

[@Podcastage]

It won't play the processing with zero latency, but as long as your DAW offers monitoring you should be able to hear the processing through computer playback.

[@adarshas8486]

I am experiencing too much noise when hearing through headphone output of interface,but there is no noise on the recorded audio when heard through computer output, please help.

[@SwapnenduKar]

I have a couple of issues. When I am playing my guitar on Guitar Rig through the Line 1 input, it's completely fine. But when I am plugging my guitar into INST 2 input, I am not getting any output through Guitar Rig. Secondly, the gain of INST 2 is significantly lower than Line 1 input, when I am plugging my guitar.

[@youtubersampingan]

sir i have xm8500 and um2, but my xm8500 sound to small.. please make video about that and the setting... thanks sorry for my broken English

[@xHadesStamps]

Behringer interfaces are better for colorblind people than most Focusrite Scarletts, as the clip light is separate

[@BayYolal]

Can I put this device's USB out as an input to Samsung Note 5 via usb micro cable to hear the recordings on my phone?

[@Podcastage]

I'm not sure. Don't own an android phone to test that.

[@BayYolal]

Thank you :) But, I need such thing to try.

[@deadcityproductions2058]

I just ordered one of these. I stoked and this review is great. I am excited to use the product.

[@JonCampbell29]

Keep me posted how it goes

[@alexalmacin4215]

I got the interface yesterday. Something went wrong. Bass guitar doesn't pick up through the instrument port, but only through the mic port......weird.

[@hattergraphics]

also mine was all tight, nothing loose so perhaps some units go out without quality check

[@HymnsAndSpiritualSongs]

Great video, but my question is how to solve the left recording if you are recording it into an iPhone?

[@s60416]

curious how people carry equipments around,because they always say things with plastic cases break easily...I have a few effect pedels made with plastic and I take crowded trains and buses to rehersal for years, never had issues with them

[@ZMKitchen9794]

mine is weird .. why you can only hear your voice through the right speaker only ..?? idk if its the mic that got into problems or the audio interface

[@LJMadrigalMusic]

my laptop runs on WASAPI driver.. does this interface exclusively runs on ASIO? I tried installing ASIO in my laptop and I use Reaper, seems to be incompatible.

[@HEAVYpeople250499]

The problem I have with this interface is that music files, mp3 for example, sound really distorded and distant, even if I insert them in my DAW (reaper) I don't know if it's a matter of drivers, I just installed the generic ASIO driver, anyone with the same issue?

[@KaeriOfficial]

Same...mine had some hissing sounds to, which before I upgrade to my current set-up (with the AT2020 XLR mic), I had a Blue Snowball and it was perfectly fine.

[@arkamitra14]

05:45 - Why LINE port when you've a dedicated INST port for guitar?

[@galvanicbeef8431]

at 3:23 what is the name of the ac adapter

[@zaash_sa]

Great review

[@MarketEngineer]

I m using dynamic microphone for recording directly to computer, then amplify voice signals using voice editor sofware audacity Please advise me How to recording actually for makes some video .. Dynamic mic + preamp Or Condenser mic + preamp Or Condenser mic + usb interface um 2 Or mic + usb sound card Suggest best in chipper budget..

[@AudioTestsNReviews]

I'm looking to get a new budget interface, with phantom power built in, I have five options in mind: Tascam US-2X2, Tascam US122MKII, Focusrite Scarlett Solo, or the Behringer 204HD, which of these would you recommend, are they all nearly the same in terms of preamp noise?

[@lifeisacoustics]

Tough stuff. Mine was submerged in water while on when my house flooded but it still works perfectly after drying out

[@TheeCapN]

Yea ive had mine for around 3 or so months now. Really glad i got it. Ive been recording music like crazy now. even use it for power my condenser mic to use voice chat in games. really good for what you pay for

[@Podcastage]

+squidman6000 Awesome! It's a super nice device for the price!

[@Livefastdieyoung33]

Does it make a nice vocal, I just ordered one

[@rapdp9892]

I must to plug the inteface to an phamton 48V or just is pissible to push the botton behind?? Why light of 48 V is orange?

[@RedmeSha]

presonus or behringer which is good???plz reply

[@EightyPlanet]

i have a regular headhpone adapter what shoud i buy to connect it to this one?

[@vibe1884]

6.3 to 3.5 converter something like this www.amazon.com/6-35mm-Female-Adapter-Converter-Headphones/dp/B07SM4ZM33/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=6.3mm+male+to+3.5mm+female+stereo+adapter&qid=1593361517&s=audio-video-accessories&sr=1-4

[@shvllom]

why the sound is only on one ear

[@surebasket26700]

I cannot get any sound out of mine when I'm running my guitar through a DAW. 3mm headphone jacks obviously don't work. My monitor doesn't have internal speakers

[@globaltreats]

i'm stumped. i have plugged it in and downloaed all the free extensions but they are zip files and I don't know what to do with them. I thought I would get some software with it?

[@mangreat71]

Can you use a portable phone charger called a Pocket Juice phone charger to power this and hear the mic.In the back of the unit it has two rca, you can use a karaoke machine to hear the mic or one of these cables called gadgetville 3.5mm female to male rca stereo audio adapter.Or a 1 piece ,2-rca female to 3.5mm stereo female adapter cable.Plug the condenser mic in 1 of those two cables and tell me if you hear the mic ?

[@PedallingwithPaul]

Great video I just ordered one of these last week and so far have been quite happy with it.

[@SomeSteven]

it's weird but my concern is getting the 3.5mm to 1/4th adapter, any 3.5mm extender or adapter I've gotten is all in mono and since I do gameplay videos, when listening, I need to have the stereo audio, can any post an amazon link to a proper working stereo 3.5mm to 1/4th adapter?

[@The.Sky.Driver]

One thing worth addressing that a lot of these reviews (not just yours) don't cover is whether or not the USB signal provides In AND Out monitoring (i.e., streaming applications). Awesome review as always.

[@SssagaBenches4U]

Thanks! Buying this along with XM8500 mike for zoom meetings and gaming (Hell Let Loose). Already own HD 569 headset and i didn't want ordinary mic headset so this should not only be cheap but also sound good. So far i've been using nearly 20-y-o cheap sellotape-bandaged headset (amazing that it still works!) with mike and let me just say people were not happy with the audio quality. I was just lazy and never bothered to pick sth better.