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product_id: 48051706
title: "Behringer U-PHORIA UMC1820 USB Audio Interface with MIDAS Preamps, 18x20 I/O, and ADAT Expansion"
brand: "behringer"
price: "A$443"
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reviews_count: 8
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# 24-bit/96kHz studio-grade sound 18x20 I/O with ADAT expansion 8 MIDAS mic preamps Behringer U-PHORIA UMC1820 USB Audio Interface with MIDAS Preamps, 18x20 I/O, and ADAT Expansion

**Brand:** behringer
**Price:** A$443
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your sound game—studio quality, zero hassle, endless possibilities!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Behringer U-PHORIA UMC1820 USB Audio Interface with MIDAS Preamps, 18x20 I/O, and ADAT Expansion by behringer
- **How much does it cost?** A$443 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- behringer enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted behringer brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Pro-Grade MIDAS Preamps:** Capture crystal-clear vocals and instruments with 8 legendary MIDAS-designed mic preamps featuring +48V phantom power.
- • **Expandable ADAT Interface:** Scale your setup effortlessly by adding up to 16 channels via ADAT—perfect for full band or multi-mic sessions.
- • **Versatile Connectivity Hub:** Plug into 18 inputs and 20 outputs including MIDI, ADAT, and S/PDIF for limitless recording possibilities.
- • **Zero-Latency Dual Monitoring:** Stay in the zone with dual headphone outputs and independent volume controls for real-time, lag-free monitoring.
- • **Studio-Quality Audio Resolution:** Experience ultra-precise 24-bit/96kHz converters that bring every detail of your sound to life.

## Overview

The Behringer U-PHORIA UMC1820 is a professional USB audio interface featuring 8 MIDAS-designed mic preamps, 24-bit/96kHz high-resolution converters, and comprehensive 18x20 I/O connectivity including MIDI and ADAT expansion. It offers zero-latency dual headphone monitoring and is compatible with Windows and macOS, making it an ideal centerpiece for home studios and mobile recording setups seeking premium sound quality and scalable inputs.

## Description

Capture studio-quality audio with this 18-in, 20-out USB interface featuring MIDAS-designed mic preamps, 24-bit/96kHz converters, and expandable ADAT connectivity.

Review: Excellent external sound card for laptops - I bought this to act as an external sound card/digital-to-analogue-converter (DAC) to improve the sound output from a laptop. I have found it to be absolutely excellent and remarkable value for money! Without this device sound output from laptops tends to be very flat with no dynamic range (e.g. an audible difference between quiet and loud sounds). Music lacks depth and feeling. However, as soon as you plug in this device the sound output from the computer is transformed: it goes from being 2D to 3D; from car stereo to hi-fi: the difference in quality is remarkable! The device is about the size of a cassette, and has both RCA outputs (to connect to a hi-fi) and a headphone output. You simply plug it into the USB port on you computer... plug some output cables into the device.... and it just works! There is no annoying software to install, and it works on PCs and Macs (I use both) Sometimes you may need to go into control panel/audio devices and select the 'USB Audio Codec' to activate it, but it really is straightforward. (The device also has audio inputs for recording instruments, but I haven't used it in that function so can't comment on performance.) For the price it's performance is fantastic. I even gave one to my boss as a present and he absolutely loves it too! Compared to more expensive devices I expect a 90/10 rule applies - this device gives you 90% of the performance for 10% of the price. If you listen to music through your laptop/computer through headphones or a hi-fi and value good sound quality, I highly recommend this device! Advantages: - Excellent performance for the price - Transforms sound quality from laptops - Small size - Easy to use - No annoying software - Works on Macs and PCs Disadvantages: - Low price won't impress hi-fi snob friends
Review: Plug in & go - Was given 50 vinyl records, but the deal was I had to convert them to digital mp3. Took a while, but very happy with results. Easy to set up & use. I downloaded the recommended Audacity app and away I went. Great little device & great price too.

## Features

- MIDAS-Designed Mic Preamps: 8 transparent mic preamps with +48V phantom power for professional-grade recordings.
- 24-Bit/96 kHz Audio Quality: High-resolution converters deliver studio-grade sound for precise audio capture.
- Comprehensive Connectivity: 18 inputs and 20 outputs, including MIDI, ADAT, and S/PDIF, for versatile recording setups.
- Zero-Latency Monitoring: Dual headphone outputs with independent level controls for real-time, lag-free monitoring.
- Expandable via ADAT: Connect additional preamps for up to 16 channels, ideal for multi-mic setups like full bands.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01ET9GCGS |
| Best Sellers Rank | 91 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 3 in Computer Audio Interfaces |
| Colour | multicoloured |
| Colour Screen | No |
| Compatible Devices | Devices with USB port, such as desktops, laptops and some digital audio devices |
| Connector | / |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (43,960) |
| Date First Available | 26 April 2016 |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Item Weight | 1.8 kg |
| Item model number | UMC1820 |
| Operating System | Windows, macOS |
| Product Dimensions | 48.31 x 13 x 4.6 cm; 1.8 kg |
| Scale Length | inches |
| Size | Einheitsgröße |
| Supported Software | Avid Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Steinberg Cubase |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Behringer
- **Compatible devices:** Devices with USB port, such as desktops, laptops and some digital audio devices
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Number of channels:** 38
- **Supported software:** Avid Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Steinberg Cubase

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Configuration, Pattern, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is it really 1 - 2 months dispatch? If so, why even bother? <_<**
A: I got mine in about a week.

**Q: How many channels/tracks will this record simultaneously in a DAW, please?**
A: You can record eight tracks simultaneously with this. You can buy another behringer pre-amp and connect via TOSLINK to boost it up to 16.

**Q: Can 1/4 inch jack leads fit into this product? Or is it not designed for recording electric guitars/basses?**
A: This Q&A is not for the UMC1820. For info, the UMC1820 has 8 combination XLR/TRS inputs.

**Q: Does this work on macos high sierra?**
A: Yes.  Any version of mac-os from 10.6 (snow leopard) is supported.  I have one of these, don't regret it for a minute.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent external sound card for laptops
*by J***G on 25 January 2012*

I bought this to act as an external sound card/digital-to-analogue-converter (DAC) to improve the sound output from a laptop. I have found it to be absolutely excellent and remarkable value for money! Without this device sound output from laptops tends to be very flat with no dynamic range (e.g. an audible difference between quiet and loud sounds). Music lacks depth and feeling. However, as soon as you plug in this device the sound output from the computer is transformed: it goes from being 2D to 3D; from car stereo to hi-fi: the difference in quality is remarkable! The device is about the size of a cassette, and has both RCA outputs (to connect to a hi-fi) and a headphone output. You simply plug it into the USB port on you computer... plug some output cables into the device.... and it just works! There is no annoying software to install, and it works on PCs and Macs (I use both) Sometimes you may need to go into control panel/audio devices and select the 'USB Audio Codec' to activate it, but it really is straightforward. (The device also has audio inputs for recording instruments, but I haven't used it in that function so can't comment on performance.) For the price it's performance is fantastic. I even gave one to my boss as a present and he absolutely loves it too! Compared to more expensive devices I expect a 90/10 rule applies - this device gives you 90% of the performance for 10% of the price. If you listen to music through your laptop/computer through headphones or a hi-fi and value good sound quality, I highly recommend this device! Advantages: - Excellent performance for the price - Transforms sound quality from laptops - Small size - Easy to use - No annoying software - Works on Macs and PCs Disadvantages: - Low price won't impress hi-fi snob friends

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Plug in & go
*by S***N on 4 January 2026*

Was given 50 vinyl records, but the deal was I had to convert them to digital mp3. Took a while, but very happy with results. Easy to set up & use. I downloaded the recommended Audacity app and away I went. Great little device & great price too.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good for the money but not quite perfect.
*by M***O on 30 October 2015*

I have come back to PC music production after a while away and realised that Realtek chipsets on most motherboards, although better than they used to be,can't quite cut it, particularly in the latency department. I was loathed to spend £50+ on a proper pro sound card while I was tentatively returning to this hobby so this Behringer UCA202 seemed perfect. It arrived on time and well packed and straight out of the box its smaller than I expected, about the size of a cigarette packet. I plugged mine in a proper USB port (not a hub) and immediately installed and worked (Windows 8.1 and 10), no issues. A little light on the top tells you its on and you get the glow from the optical out too. I fed my 10 channel WharfdalePro mixer into it and connected it to the line in on my Logitech Z speakers. Not exactly a pro setup but entry level music making kit. I tested it with Cakewalk and Ableton and there was a noticeable improvement in latency when feeding stuff in and through the PC i.e. guitar and mic effects etc. Not 0 latency, in fact on my set-up probably still 10-20ms, I used the ASIO4ALL drivers which have mixed success with most people but they reported something like 11ms via Cakewalk. Previously I could achieve similar latency with my Realtek card but it would become unstable and break up and need resetting every 20mins. This didn't happen with the Behringer, it works flawlessly for hours on end and basically it does what I bought it for. Furthermore there's a little switch for monitoring directly so if you just want to echo the in to the out with 0 latency, you can do that but clearly it won't be going though any effects etc on the PC. I also played music from Google Play though the unit and I the is a noticeable improvement in clarity, so much so that I can actually hear stuff in the songs that I hadn't heard before and that is usually the mark of an great audio equipment. I listened through my Logitech speakers and some mid range over ear Sony headphones and in both cases the music was balanced and defined. If you're buying this only for music playback and don't care about music production, as most people will, its worth it for that alone. OK, so why the four stars...Well, I used this on headphones and it was superb, when I connected the line out to the Z speakers there was a noticeable whine, digital interference whine that alters when you move the mouse pointer or change stuff on the screen. That is very far from pro audio or high quality, it doesn't happen on my built in Realtek where I would expect more interference. Now this COULD be the crap cable I used or the positioning, I haven't tested it on ANYTHING else yet. I plan to test it on my proper AV unit in the lounge so I will report back if I notice any difference.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-04*