Behringer U-Phoria UMC1820 USB Audio Interface

Whether you're recording a band  choir or a big group this is your tool.

The Behringer U-Phoria UMC1820 is an 18-in/20-out USB 2.0 audio and MIDI interface. It is highly regarded for its exceptional I/O capacity, featuring 8 world-class Midas-designed microphone preamps, pristine 24-bit/96 kHz audio resolution, and versatile ADAT digital expansion.

Key Specifications

 ConnectivityAnalog Inputs: 8x XLR/TRS combo inputs (2 on the front panel, 6 on the rear). Each channel includes individual Line/Instrument switches and -10dB pad buttons.

Analog Outputs: 10x 1/4" TRS outputs (including dedicated main L/R) for extensive routing capabilities

Digital I/O: ADAT optical (S/MUX) and S/PDIF (coaxial) for digital expansion up to 18 total inputs.Headphone Outputs: Dual 1/4" headphone jacks on the front, complete with independent volume controls and A/B source selection for DJ-style cueing.

MIDI: Standard 5-pin MIDI In/Out for external gear or control surfaces.

Core FeaturesMidas-Designed Preamps: Delivers incredible clarity, low distortion, and high headroom, with switchable +48V phantom power.

Direct Monitoring: Provides zero-latency monitoring so performers can hear their inputs without delay.

Build: Housed in a durable 1U metal rack-mountable chassis (detachable rack ears included).

Compatibility: Works flawlessly with popular DAWs across both Windows and macOS (CoreAudio).

USB Audio Interface

USB 2.0 audio interface, 18 x 20

Up to 24-bit / 96 kHz

18 Inputs and 20 outputs: 8x XLR / 6.3 mm jack combo microphone / instrument / line input, switchable

MIDAS designed preamp

2 ADAT / SPDIF optical inputs and outputs (S/MUX capable)

2 Coaxial SPDIF inputs and outputs

10x 6.3 mm jack line outputs (1 + 2 monitor output L/R)

+48 V phantom power can be enabled

Pad switch for each input

Gain control per input

Main output gain control with mute and DIM switch

Monitoring control with stereo / mono switch

2 Separate headphone outputs with control

MIDI input and output

External power supply

Compatible with Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 10 and Mac OSX

Design: 19" / 1U