Behringer UMC404HD Audiophile 4×4, 24-Bit/192 kHz USB Audio/MIDI Interface with Midas Mic Preamplifiers
UMC404HD
Audiophile 4×4, 24-Bit/192 kHz USB Audio/MIDI Interface with Midas Mic Preamplifiers
- 4×4 USB 2.0 Audio/MIDI Interface for recording microphones and instruments
- Audiophile 24-Bit/192 kHz resolution for professional audio quality
- 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. | 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. |
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“Zero-Latency†MonitoringThe UMC404HD mix control allows zero-latency direct monitoring, which means musicians can experience their performance clearly – with no delay or lag in the returning signal, resulting in a better performance and recording. A powerful phones output has its own level control and Monitor A/B source select for DJ-style cueing. To make it a done-deal, we provide free audio recording, editing and podcasting software, plus 150 instrument / effects plug-ins – just a download away at behringer.com. | 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. |
| Weight: | 1.2 kg |
| Dimensions: | 29.2 x 4.6 x 13 cm; 1.2 Kilograms |
| Model: | UMC 404HD |
| Colour: | Black |
| Colour: | Black |
| Origin: | China |
Di utilizzo immediato, ottima performance e misure, si percepisce facilmente la qualit del prodotto. Piuttosto leggera, quindi attenzione con i cavi a posizionarla adeguatamente. Mi arrivata inizialmente con un problema di contatto con l’alimentazione ma sostituita immediatamente da Amazon. Mi sento di poterla consigliare.
The unit arrived with a non functional USB cable. It was a bit of a headache setting up with the Mac, I assumed it was something to do with Apples silicon. Luckily we had a few usb cables laying around so I didn’t bother returning it. However, this makes me feel insecure about the longevity of the product.
Questo oggetto non proprio male, anzi! Non sono uno esperto di questi oggetti, per per quanto stato testato va bene! E’ possibile collegare 4 microfoni ad altrettante prese dedicate ed essere controllati indipendentemente uno ad uno… Per coloro invece che producono musica, registrazioni su PC ecc possono usufruire di connessione USB; suppongo ci voglia qualche tipo di programma. Due punti negativi e da sottolineare senza remore: 1)Non possibile spegnare questo congegno se non lo si stacca dall’alimentatore, 2)Le istruzioni d’uso in lingua italiana NON ci sono, per (bont loro!) c’ in portoghese!! Mi venuto l’impulso di restituirlo. Bisogna, e RIPETO bisogna boicottare queste multinazionali che, per volont o altro omettono di includere le istruzioni d’uso in lingua italiana. In questo caso si tratta della behringer!!!
I have been using a UMC202HD which is a two channel version and I needed a second audio interface for a PC in another room so I decided to get the 404HD this time around because I’m so impressed and happy with the product. The quality of sound is ridiculously good considering the price. The build is pretty good, but of course it’s not as solid as something costing far more. I can feel the slightest amount of play with the knobs and phones input so I can already tell without opening it that it’s directly mounted to the circuit board without any support. I don’t expect this to be a problem for me as since I don’t tweak the knobs as often as someone running a professional studio.
I don’t have a dedicated recording studio and my microphones are not in the thousand dollar range, so the benefits of a super expensive interface would have made no difference in my situation. I record at home so the acoustics aren’t optimized like a purpose built studio where the differences are perceptible.
I use Audacity a lot and because that software can’t do multiple interfaces at the same time, so the 404HD gives me more channels so that I can record from multiple microphones which allows me to choose and mix. It also allows me to not have to physically swap inputs and change input settings and levels along with that. I’d rather not wear out the panel connectors either. I don’t necessarily regret buying the 202HD, but after buying the 404HD, I think that for the extra money, it is worth having the extra channels if simply for the convenience and future proofing.
This is the second Interface for another studio I have purchased.
Read all the reviews from so called people who think they know or understand the true value of what they have at their fingertips.
Without all the jargon and complicated explanations for me this little baby does everything I need it to do.
By no means the only Behringer device in my studios in fact its the third or fourth product I have.
Drivers install painless…
Advice to anyone installing Drivers whether on this device or any other MAKE SURE YOUR COMPUTER IS COMPLETELY UPTO DATE.
I’m talking more Windows than MAC, the only thing I ever owned with Mac in the title was a raincoat.
So this review isn’t for the MAC but even so make sure the device your installing the drivers on is completely upto date.
Yes their will be some noise as with any interface but this is normal, and once you have set all volumes adequate for recording their is absolutely no trace of “Hiss” or “Noise”
If there is noise its usually a faulty or bad lead “Do not buy cheaply made leads” Your a pro arn’t you?
Use professional leads not half baked cheapy things you purchased from some market.
Make sure no other devices near by are interferring, Household electrical supplies can also have an affect on your sound usually bad earthing or no earthing at all.
There are all kinds of electronic devices out there that could if you have noisy electrical supplies.
No two countries will have the same electrical supplies and how they are adapted before entering your home or once they are at your Electric Consumer Unit.
I totally endorse Behringer products but I am nothing to do with the company, It’s just that I have used their products for the last twenty five years or so and would recommend them to anyone.
I will say this, on my device UMC404HD the main volume turns down or up in the oposite way to what I’m used to, I did think is mine a one off but nah I don’t think so.
Note to Behringer.
It would be of help that if the UMC404HD is not rackmounted so the user looking down on the unit, would have been better to also print white on top the unit the connections at the back.
Just a simple explanation of the connections so the user doesn’t have to keep picking up the unit to see where a connection needs to be made or on what side is the 48v switch, sometimes thinking its on the left side or what ever.
If their was an explanation of that on the top this would make things a whole lot easier, I am designing a transparant decal for mine.
I love the look of these units the front display and all the buttons, and controls are clear easy to see and read when dialing in or out.
I like the black finish but also another tip for Behringer please make allowance for these units or future units to easily mounted under a shelf, just drill one or two holes at the sides so a bracket can be fitted.
I have already done this with one of my interfaces video of which will be shared here at some point.
I am not advising anyone to drill into your interface and mount it.
If you do just make sure you look inside first to make sure no electronic parts are close to the walls.
Anyway excellent unit.
This unit is well built, solid with metal case. it can be powered by USB or supplied adapter. It is versatile, good quality, compact and cheaper than others. very pleased.
I had a problem with random stuck notes on any department, any note, and at random times. I was using a ESI U86XT had good volume out but was causing this issue bought the Behringer at the recommendation of a friend, and has been faultless. The only slightly negative review is in comparison to the ESI unit the output volume is lower.
War erst ser zgerlich mir dieses Audio Interface zu kaufen, da Behringer ja eigentlich ein generelles Brummproblem hat, was aber bei dem Gert absolut nicht zutrifft. Eine super Verabeitung und keinerlei Strgerusche. Kann dieses Interface nur emofehlen. Benutze es zusammen mit einem Auna Mic zum Streamen auf Twitch.
Great device at a price that makes it possible for those on a budget. People turn their nose up at Behringer products (snobs) but I have always had a good experience.
This has enabled me to use the DAW on my laptop as a multitrack recorder and record 4 tracks at once. Sold my Zoom multitracker. Pre amps for vocals and acoustic guitars are very good. Easy to set-up, just download the drivers from the website and works immediately, but did need to experiment with the input settings on my DAW. Recommended, glad I bought it, does just what need with minimal fuss.
Abbinata al software Samllitude della Magix
Ottimo, decisamente ottimo
Ho un disturbo ogni tot millisicendi di un suono di connesione che non mi piace che solo con magix in registrazione accade
Da capire come sistemarlo
Qualit audio TOP
Purchased to experiment with a bit of home recording.
So far everything I have recorded is clear and works well.
I have used it with direct input with guitar, phantom powered microphones and passive microphones. I record directly into a macbook into garage band.
No complaints.
I have not yet used it with monitor speakers – just headphones, so can’t comment on it’s functionality there.
After having it a while it’s a no brainer as a budget option or even vs some of the premium choices as I’m not really sure what else you would want from an interface!
L’ho scelta, oltre che per la qualit del suono, perch perfettamente compatibile con Linux (io uso Ubuntu). E il rapporto qualit-prezzo eccellente.
Ero prevenuto a causa della cattiva nomea del marchio che si fece in passato la Behringer ma la UMC404HD mi da la possibilit di registrare tutti i miei pezzi in fingerpicking con un ottima qualit . Bassa latenza . Rapporto Qualit/Prezzo incredibile .
Ottima scheda audio entry leve. La uso pi che altro per eliminare la latenza, cosa che fa egregiamente.
Produit recommand rpondant au descriptif, pas de souffle, bonne sonorit et reconnu par Ableton et Protools.
Easy to set up and to use, light and compact, high quality, perfect!
Chegou super rpido, apenas 4 dias desde que fiz o pedido!! Boa qualidade, podia estar melhor embalada devido a sua fragilidade, mas chegou inteira e a funcionar, j testei.
Super fast and came in with a gift from cosmos music! Super swee
Questa scheda stato un buon acquisto. La uso per registrare, ma anche per l’utilizzo live delle sequenze per il mio gruppo. Le 4 uscite permettono di dividere il segnale verso le diverse destinazioni (PA, click batterista)
Per il prezzo comunque un prodotto di buona fattura, compatto per portarlo in giro agevolmente.
We are completely confused by this plug. Can someone please enlighten us?
I use this literally every day, and I have no complaints. Multiple inputs and outputs come in handy, it gives you the phantom power you need, and it has a number of volume controls to manage – if you’re after a simple piece of studio tech that does everything it says it does, this is it.
Aunque es mi primera interfaz de audio, estuve recabando bastante informacin antes de comprar. Por el precio que tiene no hay ninguna otra que se le acerque. Los drivers para windows10 se descargan de la pagina de Beringher y la reconoce perfectamente
The box is great and the sound is fine. The audio driver for windows however is limited and becomes problematic when changing uses. For the price it is amazing and a shame that the audio driver cant is more robust. Please sort this out. When I have to plug and re-plug it wears out the whole interface
Good for a low entry audio interface. I had to replace my Delta 1010 Lt soundcard as I have upgraded my P.C. Believe me, if I could somehow use my PCI soundcard on my new MoBo, I would, it’s been a brilliant card for many years. The Behringer UMC404HD has it’s limitations, but hey, I’ll get use to it. I have to re-train my lug holes (ears) lol. Good budget USB sound interface.
I really like this high quality piece of kit, an amazing audio interface, with super low noise and ease of use.
cant give full review as havent used it much, been too busy being ill. but works fine in use
So I had the UMC202 before which gave me two input channels – one XLR and one 1/4″ jack but outgrew that as I added more instruments I wanted to record.
This unit comes with 4x XLR ports (which allow normal 1/4″ jack inputs too), switches to dedicate that port to instrument or mic, individual gain control, external monitor, clip monitor, and much more. On the rear it has multiple output options for transfer sound direct to mixing tables, stereo equipment or computer.
For my setup, I use two ports for dedicate microphone and the other two dedicate for instruments (keyboard and electro-accoustic ukulele), and can record all 4 simultaneously. It connects from the included USB lead and has built in 48v phantom power. This can also be powered using their supplied power cable so you don’t need USB to run it either.
On my setup, I use an amp as an external monitor run off the headphone jack on the right hand side for playback and this unit outputs in full stereo. It was instantly recognisable in GarageBand on a MacMini without any drivers needed.
Pros:
– is a high definition sound for sure.
– has plenty of outputs
– has lots of inputs
– loads of controls with proper dials to set
– easy to use out of the box
– works standalone as well as using dedicated pc setup
– size is great and fits lovely on my desk
– never overheats
– solid construction with metal hard-shell and plastic front, all very strong, with sturdy dials
Cons:
– being ultra picky they don’t have any dial markers on the body eg 1-10, but you do have a white marker for the dial itself so you can see where you are at…
– not a lot else really! I’m scraping the barrel here because it really is well made.
I highly recommend this as it performs even better than the UMD202 which is also a really nice purchase. Considering the price point, it easily punches above it’s weight and for what you get I think this would suit anyone from a weekend jammer all the way to a dedicated YouTuber needing multiple microphones and audio output. So versatile. Great value for money.
Behringer UMC404HD U-Phoria USB Audio und”MIDI” Interface super Inteface.
Ich hatte keine Probleme das Interface unter Windows zu installieren.
Unter Linux brauchtman keinen Treibe
Very useful audio interface. 4 decent quality mic/line inputs.
Important note – despite two sets of stereo TRS outputs and XLR outputs, there are only two actual stereo (or 4 mono) routable outputs.
This is a very good audio interface with bright sound and punchy bass.
I recommend this device 100%.
I liked the Behringer,but it lacks volume in my thoughts.Very versatile and worth the money,especially if you are look for something cheap ,but with quality.
Easy to set up / use – just followed the instructions. Im currently using this in online lessons (zoom) for keyboard and voice input to get a good balance and quality. Very pleased with this bit of kit and a good price.
Add on this which make easier to control the speaker sound. Lot cable and mic and connect to one centre point.
I am so impressed with this mixer – so simple to set-up and use.
Works perfectly with Garage Band for making PodCasts
I have always liked Behringer products as they are good value. I use this when converting audio from my ancient teac real to reel tape deck to my pc. So far no problems, clean sound with no nasty noises.
Good value audio tool
I bought this Audio Interface to set up a home studio (read ‘spare bedroom’!) as it had good reviews, I have used Behringer products before and have found them to be very functional and excellent VFM. I was originally going for the UMC402HD as I wasn’t sure that I needed 4 x Inputs/outputs but for the extra cost, I thought it was worth paying. I hooked it up to my DAW (Cakewalk), plugged in my guitar and was up and running in 10 mins., okay, add another 10 mins for downloading and installing the drivers and within a couple of minutes after of twiddling knobs, I had a rudimentary track created.
First impressions are very positive, everything seemed to work as I’d hoped and any limitations were mine. However, one shortfall, is the manual, in this case read ‘couple of pages’. Yes you can get by but the coverage of the ‘output’ section on the rear facing panel is quite frankly pathetic and gives the impression that it was rushed out to meet a deadline. It really is apalling and lets a very good product down and left me just plugging leads into every socket until I got a sound. If you are an experienced music Producer or Engineer, you may not have the same problem but surfing the ‘net, there are a lot of questions on this subject and quite frankly, not much in the way of answers. It really does let down a very good product.
In conclusion, a very good piece of recording equipment and there are numerous testimonies to this on Youtube but just a shame about the manual. By the way, it does come with a UK plug.
What the hell does sheerness mean? Anyway super, flexible, reliable and acoustically neutral baby brother to the 1820. Great buy at a great price.
The Behringer UMC-404HD was great in most aspects. 4 in, 4 out, with Out 1 and 2 fed out through a number of possible connection types. I use old and newer versions of Mac OSX (Snow Leopard and Mojave) and Windows 10. It uses built-in Core Audio on the Macs so does not require drivers. For Win 10, the drivers downloaded from the website work well. No issues with the onboard MIDI interface either. Latency is very low too, provided your processor allows you to set the buffer to a small value. I was able to set to 128 samples on the old Mac Mini with a Core 2 Duo processor and 4GB of RAM.
My only slight gripe is that you can only monitor one pair of outputs at a time through the built-in headphone socket, switchable between Outputs 1/2 or 3/4 via a button on the front panel. This doesn’t matter so much if you are using music software (DAW) and Outputs 1 and 2 as the main, stereo mix.
This aside, overall, it’s a great quality, very versatile, 4 input audio/MIDI interface and really inexpensive for what you get.
Tellement meilleure que mon ancienne interface audio! Pour une fraction du prix, c’est presque ridicule. J’aurai du faire cet achat bien avant.
Le son est beaucoup plus tendu, la base est sublime carrment compar ma vieille m-audio qui ma fait grincer des dents pendant des annes.
I bought the Behringer UMC404HD as a replacement for the Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 that simply crashed a couple of months into using it. The Behringer installed quickly and no fuss on my Macbook. Has DC power as well which is a big bonus. highly recommend!
Trs bon produit, fonctionne trs bien mais si vous l’utilis avec un Mac le cordon USB fourni ne fonctionne qu’avec Windows il faut utilis un cordon sans Self
I am using this audio interface with a free DAW (CakeWalk by BandLab), on an old laptop (connected with a USB Type 3, blue port), running Windows 10. Set-up of the DAW was not straightforward, but that’s between the DAW and me, no issues with the audio interface itself. Once I got the audio and midi connections sorted and routed it works absolutely fine. So far i’ve just used it for 1 and 2 input recording, so I can’t comment of 4 in multitrack recording yet. But for 1 or 2-in it works fine, with no latency issues. To my ears the sound quality is great. I’m really happy with this kit and def recommend it for home music recording.
Great device; plug and play with Mac; I am impressed with the sound quality ; can see German imprint here; very low latency; i play Roland e-drums with Superior Drummer; it is what you get from a 400 audio interface but for just 120.
Highly recommended!
Many more connectivity options than other audio interfaces in its price range. You wouldn’t expect that from a brand name like Behringer, but it has basically the same connections as a Focusrite Scarlett 8i6, for $100 less. Having only 1 headphone jack instead of two…I’ll keep that C-note in my wallet, thank you!
I have bought many of Behring products and love them, including mixing decks and the FCA1616 audio interfaces, which I use in my Home Studio. The UMC404HD audio interface is really well made and sound amazing, love and recommend it!
The quality of materials and components seems superior to the focusrite scarlet 2i2 I replaced. Preamps and volume pots are great. Audio quality is great for what I’m doing (similar to Scarlet)
I wanted multiple channels to work with when it came to audio. Also I needed MIDI to transfer sounds from the DEXED DX-7 editor to my Korg volca FM. Both tasks were handled very well with the Behringer UMC404HD. The sound quality is superb.I cannot fault this interface and the build quality is top notch. I did experience a slight buzz but this was solved by sending the output from my laptop into a Stagg direct injection box. I do not think that the interface was the problem. I can only think the some device like my Sony HIFI or other devices were the culprit. All in All for the money 102 british pounds it cannot be beat.
I already had the UMC204HD (two-channel version) but got this one for the extra channels. Love both of them.
I like this unit overall. It’s easy to use, doesn’t seem to have any major flaws, and it fits perfectly into my workflow.
The only negative that I can find is that the pre-maps are a bit finicky. Then tend to overload easily. It’s not a major problem, you just have to make sure that you have your system gain structure set correctly.
Other than that one issue, it’s fine little interface!
I’ve been using this for a couple of years and it’s amazing. I’ve used it for a podcast and now it’s a permanent fixture in my computer setup. I use this as my headphone amp and when I game I love the monitoring capabilities.
An amazing audio interface, the detail is stunning and way superior to my Focusrite Scarlet. This is the real deal with 4 hd inputs, loads of outs and beautifully constructed. Surpassed my expectations and looking forward to using it on my next album. Phantom power, zero latency but it’s all about the sound. Spectacular and can’t recommend it highly enough.
Only rated this down because it took nearly 3 months to show up. Notwithstanding, this is a superb unit for the price. Drivers seem solid. Compatible with my DAW and many others (driver is ASIO compatible). Effectively no documentation other than a quick start guide, but there are reviews and demos on youtube if you get stuck.
I use this for recording my drum covers on youtube through recording it on Logic Pro – so far I have had no problems. It was very easy to set up (trust me I have no experience in music production ) and Logic Pro recognised it very easily.
BZZZZZZ!!!! *unplug*….*plug* BZZZZZ!
and then all the lights just stayed red from there on… I had friend my audio interface like an idiot.
I wanted to buy another one but when I bought it originally it was 150$ and now It has almost doubled in price. So I’m a little sad that I won’t be purchasing another. The main selling point for me was its price and how good it was.
It works, straight out of the box. That ought not to be a rarity, but it is.
Very good interface for the iPad but really I only paid 85. look how much they’ve gone up to now I wouldn’t say they were so good at that price. But very good for 85. They have gone up by nearly 50
Don’t plug this unit into USB 3.0 ports. It causes the audio playback to freeze every second or just not play at all. If you change the sample rate under windows it will not change the sample rate in the UMC control panel. Plug the unit into USB 2.0 ports and it will work perfectly.
I have the 204hd which I use for my laptop. This version(404HD) was purchased for use with my desktop & it does not disappoint. Updated drivers are a must(in windows) for best functionality. Audio quality is superb. I sometimes use it for internet radio broadcasting and have recommended it to other DJs. With phantom power, A great condenser microphone can be used for that extra special warm sound that you expect from radio broadcasts. you get seperate 1&2, 3&4 outputs and a 1&3(left) 2&4(right) mixed master output. Can use send & return to send the inputs to a mixer then return from the mixer back to the audio interface(if needs be). I highly rate this product.
I use this for home recording and production. 4 mics on kit, 2 on guitar and bass amps, etc. No problems at all and the preamps are clear and work well. Just as good as my ur22MkII, which is comparable in price, with half the inputs.
Also it’s sturdy, I dropped it the other day onto hardwood floor and it still works.
Buy it, you won’t regret it.
Thumbs up in all categories. One Thing: If you are having trouble configuring the driver your computer, cycle the power on the UMC404HD. It seems to get stuck in non-functional states sometimes. Once you get it going, it will remember that state and all will be well forever.
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