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Behringer U-Phoria UMC22: price, specs & release date

Behringer U-Phoria UMC22, released 2014. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.

Source: thomannmusic.com verified STALE · 2026-06-19 ✓ corroborated verify in ledger

BronzeDeskmark1/100#18 of 18 in class

The Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 is listed at $52.9 on thomannmusic.com as of 2026-06-27, the cheapest audio interfaces (median $199.95); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 1/100 pay-blind standing, #18 of 18 in class.

Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below

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Is the Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 a good buy?

At $53, the Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 is the cheapest of the 17 audio interfaces we track, where the median is $199.95. On the spec sheet, its inputs analog of 2 is the lowest of the 18, its outputs analog of 2 is the lowest of the 18, and its mic preamps of 1 is the lowest of the 18. By release date, it is the oldest of the 16 we date.

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No independent lab has measured this product yet. 1 outlet has it on record by mention only, with no hands-on measurements published to weigh its claims against — a gap in the evidence, not a verdict on the product.

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Review consensus · sourced & dated

What reviewers say about the Behringer U-Phoria UMC22

Only one whitelisted tester, SoundGuys, covers the exact UMC22 — and does so as a 'bang for your buck' pick in a USB-interface roundup, not a lab test. It praises the sub-$100 value plus the pairing of a mic and instrument input with phantom power, but flags limited inputs and a 48kHz ceiling. No measured benchmarks exist; the coverage is a brief roundup blurb rather than a hands-on lab review.

Based on 1 review · 2022-02-23

Tested by SoundGuys

Consistently praised

  • Excellent value for well under $100
  • Has both a mic and an instrument input plus phantom power

Commonly flagged

  • Limited inputs with no expandability
  • 48kHz recording ceiling
  • No standout features or extras

Where reviewers disagree Single-source only: SoundGuys is the sole whitelisted hands-on outlet, so there is no cross-source agreement or dispute to report, and its verdict is a short roundup blurb rather than a measured lab review.

The sources (1)

SoundGuys hands-on ·

At well under $100 USD, this is one of the better values you can find out there.
there aren't any cool bells and whistles here
If you want something basic that will just get the job done and won't break your bank in the process, the Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 should be on your short list.

Specifications

Price (US)$52.9 US street price, Sweetwater (Thomann lists lower, ~$35)
BrandBehringer
Released2014
Inputs analog2
Outputs analog2
Max resolution bit (kHz)16-bit / 48 kHz
Mic preamps1
Connectionusb_b
Midi ioNo
Bus poweredYes

Source: thomannmusic.com (read 2026-06-19) STALE · 2026-06-19 · corroborated by sweetwater.com (read 2026-06-19). 16-bit/48 kHz confirmed by Thomann spec page (despite some retailer marketing). USB Type-B (USB 2.0), 1 MIDAS-designed mic preamp, bus-powered, no MIDI confirmed. release_year corrected 2013->2014 (manual copyright 2014, NAMM 2014 launch). Price note: Thomann shows ~$35; ~$52.90 reflects US Sweetwater street.

Is the Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 worth it vs cheaper audio interfaces?

Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 against its closest cheaper and pricier audio interfaces on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 17 ranked

ProductPriceInputs analogOutputs analogMax resolution bit (kHz)Mic preampsConnection
Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 this$52.92216-bit / 48 kHz1usb_b
Native Instruments Komplete Audio 2$992224-bit / 192 kHz2usb_b

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What do reviewers say about the Behringer U-Phoria UMC22?

Only one whitelisted tester, SoundGuys, covers the exact UMC22 — and does so as a 'bang for your buck' pick in a USB-interface roundup, not a lab test. It praises the sub-$100 value plus the pairing of a mic and instrument input with phantom power, but flags limited inputs and a 48kHz ceiling. No measured benchmarks exist; the coverage is a brief roundup blurb rather than a hands-on lab review. Praised: Excellent value for well under $100; Has both a mic and an instrument input plus phantom power. Flagged: Limited inputs with no expandability; 48kHz recording ceiling; No standout features or extras. (From 1 tester review.)

How much does the Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 cost?

The Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 has a US price of $52.9 (US street price, Sweetwater (Thomann lists lower, ~$35)), as of 2026-06-19.

How does the Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 compare on price?

At $53, the Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 is the cheapest of the 17 audio interfaces we track, where the median is $199.95.

When was the Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 released?

The Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 was released 2014.

What are the Behringer U-Phoria UMC22's key specs?

Behringer U-Phoria UMC22 (Behringer): inputs analog 2, outputs analog 2, max resolution bit khz 16-bit / 48 kHz, mic preamps 1, connection usb_b. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.

Price of record: $52.9 at thomannmusic.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:

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