This video includes 8 tips for using the Behringer U Phoria UM2 USB Audio Interface. You can actually get great sounding results with this audio interface and it's extremely affordable! Let me know if you use the Behringer UM2 and if not, what audio interface do you use?
I'm using samplitude for recording audio, and I used berhinger um2, and it works even if I didn't downloaded the um2 driver.. But when I exported the recorded audio as mp3 I noticed that the midi track was louder that the mono track, even if it is mixed well.
@@JLyonsProductions you could try plugging a 1/4” mic into the instrument input. It likely won’t sound as great as the mic input as it doesn’t have a mic preamp on that side but you should be able to get a signal and it might sound alright. I’ve never tried it so i can’t comment on the quality.
Thanks a lot man! I was having trouble with the latency and thought I had to get a more expensive interface. The driver helped me to reduce latency and is much easier to use for beginners.
I have a UM2, and just to clarify for some people who may have not totally caught this, the signal from the Mic input is only output to the Left channel, and the signal from the Instrument input is only output to the Right channel. Normally complete separation (vocals only on one channel and your instrument only on the other) is not desirable, that's why it's best to make 2 separate mono tracks out of the 2 channels and mix them together for the desired level. And with each input having it's own level control, you can also mix live if you're streaming and using both inputs with your OBS set to mono. Using the Behringer driver will definitely give you better results and make things much more simple than the default driver. Prior to installing the Behringer driver, I had a whole long list of frequencies, both 1 channel and 2 channel. The one channel settings are useless if you have an instrument plugged in because you'll only get sound from the left channel or Mic input. After installing the driver, you have 2 choices in the advanced settings, 2 channel 16 bit 44100 Hz CD quality, and 2 channel 16 bit 48000 Hz DVD quality, the only 2 you really need. I also noticed improved signal to noise ratio with the proper driver installed. I had tried upgrading to a TC Helicon voice live play acoustic, which sells for around $300. Sure, it has a lot of cool effects and features, but I was not happy with the audio quality over USB and I struggled to get a loud enough sound out of it even with all the gains maxed. I record with Audacity and the Play Acoustic gave a very low signal level resulting in bad signal to noise ratio during playback. So I sent it back and just use a guitar effects peddle between the guitar and UM2, and use VST host for my gate, delay, reverb, etc and I get a much better sound with the cheap UM2 setup than with the $300 TC Helicon. I'd recommend the UM2 to anyone looking for a good quality, but very inexpensive interface.
Hi, i have the um2 and biasfx on windows 10. So my problem is that when i am minimizing the bias fx desktop app, and go let's say to youtube, or spotify, i hear only that and not my guitar and when going to the app i hear only my guitar and nothing else. So jamming with a song is imposible. I am using asio4all drivers. Do you know a solution to that, or do i have to buy a new interface with better drivers? Thank you
So glad I saw this! I was going crazy wondering why my audio is coming out my laptop speakers, even though everything is hooked up correctly! I downloaded the ASIO4all driver and my laptop recognizes the UM2 as USB CODEC. Haven't used your link yet because I'm on my phone. Will definitely respond with my results. Thank you again for this informative video!
So glad I discovered your channel. Spent 3 days trying to get the um2 to work. You sorted it thank you. Have subscribed. Using cakewalk and watched your one on that too @
Hello. To answer your question I am going to start using Ableton Live again for audio recording. I tried to get Pro Tools to work, but I would spend literally hours trouble shooting it. All kind of errors too, midi, audio, monitor ( you cannot use 4k resolution with pro tools). The most recent issue is that it wouldn't load my UAD interface properly and would distort it. I would have to open ableton live and then open pro tools for it to work. And it takes several minutes to load a project. Ableton Live just works after maybe 15 minutes of set up ( assigning vst folders, and selecting midi controller scripts). I look forward to actually making music again haha. Thanks for the video!
I hear ya. I used to use Pro Tools too. The professional version is probably a lot better but the consumer level versions can be a little fussy. When I watch your MPC Live videos the workflow of the MPC reminds me of Ableton Live so I can see why you would like that DAW. I’m looking forward to hearing your music when you start creating it again. I’m in a similar spot, getting back into making music for myself again. Thank you for checking out this video.
I love this Behringer U Phoria UM2 USB Audio Interface. It was my first one I purchased for doing voice-over. Also, I have been a long time lurker on your tips and suggestions. It's helped me out so many times!
Yeah I thought because I bought my processor off wish that I screwed myself and had to buy a new one but actually was just the way I was recording, simple things like moving the processor over and the mic on separate corners of my setup and I thought the sound foams were enough but I had to put up a big heavy blanket too, now I'm getting clear results, Stoked to keep pumping out music, thanks for this, and the volume on the computer also, never knew about that
Hello! Your video helped me a lot to set up and get my Behringer work properly. I got UMC22 last week and it was really nice when I tested it. I have encountered a problem a week after though, for some reason the track i'm trying to record is so low and has some sort of gain limiter and sounds distorted when it's beyond the "limit". The feedback from monitoring sounds fine though. I was hoping if you're still reading some comments, you might be able to help me. Thank you so much in advance!
I unplugged my studio quite a while as I,ve been very confused by all this ! Thanks for being so clear about it all, I'm ready to plug back in and try again ! This may even sort my band in a box issues to........####ing computers...... I love music but not all this you have to go thru just to plug a guitar in !!!!! 😂
Using the UM2 to output stage sound from a Yamaha CL5 in to zoom. Not having much success on windows 10. MacBook has been the best but still not great. Will download the driver and see if that helps. Thanks for the video.
yeah man, that last tip is really great. I have lexicon alpha, and was thinking about this interface, but then i realised that also my interface has 2 inputs which i need
Thanks for the info about the asio4all being the wrong driver. I had been banging my head against the wall trying to figure out why I was getting so much noise plus my vocals wouldn't sound loud enough no matter how high I turn gain. Downloading the right driver made a huge difference. It just blows my mind that the behringer website didn't have the proper driver.
I have a feeling it might be a licensing issue as the original driver (this one) is made by another company (Ploytec) and maybe there was an issue with the license or Payment between the two companies. But that is just a guess. It just seems odd that they don’t offer this option unless you ask for it. Thank you for watching. Keep creating! 👊👍
I'm using samsung note 20 ultra but when I connect in behringer um2 it's connect properly but no karaoke sound track listing in my haedphone so what can I do for fix my problem
Hi I have an issue, whenever I switch on phantom power it takes more than 15 mins to start ... Does this happen with every UM2 or mine is faulty one or the cable is bad or whatever.
If you haven’t installed the actual Asio driver for it then that is likely the reason. The default driver that installs (USB Codec) isn’t the greatest.
I’m not sure what the static or buzzing sound is. If you’re using a dynamic mic and have the gain cranked up try bringing it back a bit. That can reduce preamp noise that happens when the gain is cranked up. If it’s some sort of static interference, try moving the interface somewhere else, away from other electronics and anything that uses wifi or Bluetooth.
I am getting quite a lot of noise if using any TH3 effect with especialy distortions whether using electric or semi accoustic guitar... Can reduce the noise inside the app but the sound quality is bad and nost did not get the sound I want... Any tips? Is this because the um2 is too close either with my laptop/desktop or guitar? Or the guitar cable is bad quality? 🤔
I have that interface and every time I try to record vocals in Garageband, it starts doing a skip thing with my voice and I hear small clicking. It never did this before and then it automatically started and I've been looking for a solution for months and I can't find anything. I just bought a new mic because I thought that the issue was with my old mic but it didn't change!
Bought Behringer UM2 and a Mic Condenser, Installed ASIO4ALL and its away from CPU case, I still hear the hissing sound :/ I don't know wth is going on now. I thought UM2 will fix the noise/hissing sound
I just realized. The noise even pop up without any plugged port! I put my headphones without connecting my guitar to any port, and the noise is still there. So i guess the problem is from the interface. Does anyone have the same problem like me?
I face the same.. A white noise is always there. It is more obvious when the output volume is increased. The issue makes it impossible for this interface to be used for amp simulations for guitar recordings.
is the "trs" input really a trs input¿¿ i connected a pylePDMIC78 and it is almos silen.. i turn up the volume at max and stil I barely hear any sound.. Today i tried with an Audio Technica ATR2100 with a XLR to 1/4 balanced cable and the same happened
Hey SGT thanks for the video! I found it really helpful, I’m trying to setup my 3dio ASMR mic for streaming, trying to make it as simple as possible! Having trouble downloading the installation. Can you help?
GReat video. I just got my mic and plugged it into the behringer....what do i do next to get sound? I'm speaking into the mic and there's no output of sound.
Plug your headphones or speakers into the Behringer. Connect your mic, press the direct monitor button on and start increasing the gain on the mic channel until you get the level you’re looking for. If you can’t hear the mic with direct monitoring turned on then your mic might need phantom power turned on if it’s a condenser mic. Or there could be an issue with the mic itself or mic cable. Also make sure you are using a xlr male to xlr female cable to connect your mic. The direct monitoring feature bypasses the computer so you’re hearing exactly what you’re imputing into the interface before it hits the computer. This allows you to accurately set the levels and do troubleshooting to see if there are issues with your hardware.
Hey, great video thank you ! Do you know if it's normal that, while Ableton is running with the Behringer USB Audio interface, I can't use any other sound related software, like I can't watch youtube or play music with VLC, etc ?
Hi thanks for the tips ! I am trying to use my UM2 to in the following way: In line 1: input from my laptop (for backing track) , line 2: input from my guitar effects processor, and use the L and R outputs in the back to the cellphone (for recording audiovisual) and to guitar amp (for playback). But, I am not sure if this going to work, could you please help ? Also, if this works, what kind of RCA cables (mono/stereo) would I need ? Thanks .
Tip 9: Use FlexASIO instead of Behringer's driver or ASIO4ALL to enable shared mode (use the device for more than one program at the same time; for example DAW & UA-cam).
Tip 9A: go into windows settings and make sure that you don’t have your audio interface set to allow exclusive mode. Then you can use your audio interface with your daw, UA-cam, music playing, or whatever. And you don’t need to install a third party apps. Here’s a video on how to easily do that ua-cam.com/video/5Jqcm-fDN0I/v-deo.html
@@AudioTechTV From A4ALL website: WHY DO I GET AN ERROR ‘COULD NOT START ASIO’ OR SOME SUCH? (READ THIS ESPECIALLY IF YOU ARE HAVING PROBLEMS WITH LOGIC!) (Version 1.x) ASIO4ALL requires exclusive access to the audio device. More often than not, starting the driver fails because the audio device is already in use. There are obvious instances, like some other audio application still open, but there are also things to consider that are not so obvious. (Version 2.x) This error should not happen as often anymore. Instead, you simply get no audio, and, if you open the ASIO4ALL control panel, you will find that your audio outputs are flagged with an error symbol. The most likely reason and remedy for this hasn’t changed, however.
@@elzafir that’s not just an issue with ASIO4all that’s an issue with any audio driver. All you have to do is go into your sound settings and uncheck allow exclusive access to this device and it’s fixed. Watch the video that I linked to. It shows exactly how to do it. I’ve done that for years with numerous sound cards and audio interfaces. No need for a third party app. It’s built into windows.
I’ve been using reaper as my daw and it gets the job done. I have a question for everyone. My um2 seems to have a sort of hiss on the attack, not only with high gain. Its not the grounding, it also happens if the power cable of my laptop is unplugged. And grounding it by touching anything on the guitar doesnt change anythy at all. Gain is already at 1/4th
@@nhtheboy4363 yea you can get one if you can find someone selling it on tha low, i ended up just buying a 2nd hand comp. That already had it loaded, ended up being cheaper that way
Can we connect 2 devices at the same time for recording.. say a mic and a Digital Piano. In my case, only my line-1 works and I don't get input from line-2 when both are connected.
I'm hitting a brick wall here. I have the UM2 Reaper DAW and have downloaded Bias FX2 and the Behringer drivers which are loaded into Reaper. I have speakers hooked up to my PC. Two things: 1) When I am plugged into the UM2 arm a track to record, nothing records. 2) When I download an MP3, there is no sound output. I've looked at so many videos but I'm sure I'm missing something SO SIMPLE! Can you help???
When in Reaper make sure you set it to input 2 for the guitar (if you're plugging into the instrument input) or input 1 if you're using a DI into the mic/line input. when you're playing the MP3 is that just through windows media player or are you loading it into Reaper and trying to play? If you're using Windows Media player, can you hear the audio through your PCs built in soundcard instead of the UM2? If that's the case you will need to go into Windows Sound settings and set the UM2 as the default playback device. If it is already set as the default playback device and you can't hear any audio through it make sure the main volume on the UM2 is turned up. Make sure your headphones or speakers are plugged into the UM2 correctly and there's nothing wrong with the cables. If you're trying to play the mp3 in Reaper and there is no sound but there is sound when playing through Windows Media Player then there's an audio setting that needs to be fixed. Maybe go back into the settings and see what's up. Make sure it's set to ASIO and the Behringer USB Sound Device is selected. Another thing to check is go into Windows Sound settings and make sure that the UM2 isn't allowing exclusive access by going into the advanced settings for it.
Thanks for the video, I have a question, So, I want to use this for twitch streaming and I use the OBS. But regardless of that, I want to hear the game (my computer audio) and my own voice in the headphones. Now if I connect my headphones and turn on the direct monitor button, will I be able to hear both from the headphones?
Yes you should record in mono. The inputs on the UM2 are mono. If you record in stereo you might only get audio on one side. You can mix down to stereo after.
It can be a preference thing. If you prefer to record in stereo do it. Personally I prefer to record in mono as it is a mono source that I am recording from. If you record it in stereo you are getting the mono audio copied to the left and right. So you are doubling up on the audio for that recording. I also find it easier for mixing and editing in mono. But again it can be a preference thing. I work with guys that record to stereo tracks even though it’s a mono source. Whatever works best for you.
Help ! I'm not about to get it to work .. it's not working with my headphones.. I'm unable to hear anything from it just buzzing noises even when I play a track
@@AudioTechTV I've plugged them on my interface and I've downloaded the drivers from your other video and did the exact same things and I'm using windows 10
@@AudioTechTV thank you so much dude for replying it came out I've downloaded the other driver from your video .. I just crossed checked it and installed it and now it's working .. But can you help me out? The audio is coming only from the right side of the headphones 😭
Hey, thanks for video. i play guitar. Sometimes i open backing track from youtube. But when i use asioall no sound from youtube. If i use behringer can i get sound?
there's an easy fix for that. You need to make sure that your audio interface or soundcard doesn't give exclusive access to programs. I have a video on how to easily change that here ua-cam.com/video/5Jqcm-fDN0I/v-deo.html
Each input is a mono input. You could record in stereo by plugging the left output of your device into input 1 on the interface and the right output into input 2. You would need to adjust the levels because the input levels will be different because 1 is a mic/line input and the other is an instrument input.
Hey bro. Thanks for the great tips! Just wanna check with you. I'm still new in this. Can this Behringer UM2 be use with FL Studio 20? Can you do a video on it too? I'm sure there's a lot of beginners like me would loved to see it. Thanks in advance! Cheers!👍✌
I was using Audacity with my Samson Q2U with the USP input and recently got a Behringer U-phoria and for some reason it doesn't work with Audacity, I get an error. I tried some different LIne-In settings and it's really quiet.
Hello im using now um2 behringer... but i cant do podcasting using um2 mic and my vdj at the same time... why?? .. its either i talk or i put music... but at the same time is,not possible for my viewers and listeners
Without seeing how any of this is set up. I’m guessing it is likely a driver setup issue with one of the programs. Also you might have it set so the Behringer gives exclusive access to one program at a time. You can change that in your windows sound settings. I’m not sure what driver you’re using for the UM2 but if you’re using the plug and play driver you may want to download Asio4all and set it up in your streaming program and VDJ.
i use this interface and using mixcraft 9. i hear my vocals only in one side of my headphones (hpm 1000). Is my interface has any fault or what should i do to hear my audio monitering in both sides of headphones ? please guide.
If I configure my UM2 for Mono like shown in the video, can I listen to what I play with headphones while I Record what I play in the Pc with Audacity?
I'm facing a problem with the um2. Its my default device for recording music using Audacity software. However all of a sudden im facing an issue. The computer is detecting the device and I can hear my instruments through the monitors however when I try to record it detects nothing. no signal. How to resolve this?
Thanks alot bro. I'm gonna do all this stuff with my new UM2. I'm using the Cakewalk program I just downloaded. Great, helpful vid. I spent two frustrating evenings trying to get those original drivers. No dice. Guess I'll try and live with it as is.
Hey installing this... Its awesome... But one problem here, its record in sterio track... I wanna record in mono... Howbto do that... Anybody help me pls...
Im using ableton 10 as you can get it free for 90 days, but i am absolutely lost atm Also the behringer drivers makes a huge difference, i installed them earlier today and the hissing background stopped
Thank you for watching and for taking the time to comment. I have an Ableton Live Lite tutorial for beginners that might help you. ua-cam.com/video/FtBoPI769ks/v-deo.html The Lite version is the same as the full version except it has an 8 track limit so all of the basics in this tutorial should work for you. Keep creating! 👊👍
Hi, I am actually trying to use the Behringer U Phoria UM2 USB Audio Interface trying to record my video. I am using OBS to record it. However, I notice that only the sound of my mic has been recorded. The guitar sound isn‘t recorded. How can I fix it?
When i installed the Behringer driver on my computer today it made my headset make popping and crackling sounds. And the asio4all driver Behringer recommends made my mic quality sound like shit. Best solution i found was not using any of those drivers. Instead i let windows install it's own driver automatically. when just plugging in the USB.
Is the second instrument input on the um2 also a mono input or it can record stereo as well? (P.S. i want to record my keyboard...nd some tones are stereo there...) thanks in advance 😊
The instrument input is also mono. You could try and output your keyboard with two 1/4 inch plugs. The left can go into the line input and the right would go into the inst. input. See how that works. It might be a little too hot for the instrument input though so start with the gain on that channel turned all the way down. Ideally you should get an interface with two line inputs if you want to get a great stereo sound.
i have behringer um2 and the daw am using is protool hd,i can not hear myself on the headphone.i did or the the setting on the setup/playback/change it to behringer audio um2 but still can not hear my self..i went to the io but still couldn't hear my self.can you help.
I got the um2 with an at2020 about a week ago and it’ll sound fine for about thirty minutes, but after a while it starts making me sound like a robot and stuff. Was wondering if there’s anything I can do or if I should just buy a different interface.
Dynamic mic or condenser mic will go in the mic input. Make sure you use a xlr male to xlr female cable not a xlr to 1/4” cable. The 1/4” style cable will bypass the mic preamp (or engage the attenuation) and the level won’t be as great as it should be plus there might be some noise introduced by doing this.
my 2nd slot for guitar is not producing sound however signal is green when i play guitar also when i connect guitar on mic port 1 in that case recording is not good also it makes noise and latency issue. but when i use mic it is fine. plz tell whats the issue
What software are you using? Also if you plug your headphones into the interface and have your guitar connected to the 2nd input and push in the direct monitor button can you hear it? If yes then the issue is in the software you’re using. You may need to change the input to input 2 in your software. When you plug into input 1 that’s a line input which is not ideal for guitar.
Turn the gain down on the mic input. When you do a level check before recording or going live with it. Talk or sing the loudest that you'll be doing during the recording or streaming and set the levels around that. You don't want to clip as it sounds terrible and it can't really be edited.
@@AudioTechTV yes it is, i am using behringer um2 with ipad air4 and the noise is verry evident im thinking to move to zoom um22 if that solves the issue ........
This video includes 8 tips for using the Behringer U Phoria UM2 USB Audio Interface. You can actually get great sounding results with this audio interface and it's extremely affordable! Let me know if you use the Behringer UM2 and if not, what audio interface do you use?
Will this work with Propellorhead Reason 11? I want to use it to hook up studio monitors. Thanks.
Hello.It's good interface for me but direct monitor slightly.How to set it please.Thank you.Sorry about my english.
I'm using samplitude for recording audio, and I used berhinger um2, and it works even if I didn't downloaded the um2 driver.. But when I exported the recorded audio as mp3 I noticed that the midi track was louder that the mono track, even if it is mixed well.
Hey! With this audio interface, can you plug and extra mic in... say in the instrument plug?
@@JLyonsProductions you could try plugging a 1/4” mic into the instrument input. It likely won’t sound as great as the mic input as it doesn’t have a mic preamp on that side but you should be able to get a signal and it might sound alright. I’ve never tried it so i can’t comment on the quality.
I legit installed umc202 drivers on the um2 and it sounds way better
Damnn, how, could u explain how u did that?
Can we have an explanation on how you did it please?
explanation?
does it get rid of the hiss? I’ve seen a lot of people saying it does but i wanna be sure before i buy it
@@jayserrano4104 does your interface have the hiss before installing any software (or reads as USB Codec basically)
Thanks a lot man! I was having trouble with the latency and thought I had to get a more expensive interface. The driver helped me to reduce latency and is much easier to use for beginners.
This was TREMENDOUSLY helpful! Thank you SO MUCH!!!! Was confused about some things and this cleared all of that up! Perfect!
Glad you enjoyed the video and it was able to help. Thank you so much for watching. Keep creating! 👊👍
This is simply the best video on the Behringer UM2 interface. I've learned quite a lot in six minutes.
I am one of the first starter to run a studio! Big help so far definitely looking forward for more learning.
Thanks for the tips. This helped me get started in Ableton Live 10.
I have a UM2, and just to clarify for some people who may have not totally caught this, the signal from the Mic input is only output to the Left channel, and the signal from the Instrument input is only output to the Right channel. Normally complete separation (vocals only on one channel and your instrument only on the other) is not desirable, that's why it's best to make 2 separate mono tracks out of the 2 channels and mix them together for the desired level. And with each input having it's own level control, you can also mix live if you're streaming and using both inputs with your OBS set to mono. Using the Behringer driver will definitely give you better results and make things much more simple than the default driver. Prior to installing the Behringer driver, I had a whole long list of frequencies, both 1 channel and 2 channel. The one channel settings are useless if you have an instrument plugged in because you'll only get sound from the left channel or Mic input. After installing the driver, you have 2 choices in the advanced settings, 2 channel 16 bit 44100 Hz CD quality, and 2 channel 16 bit 48000 Hz DVD quality, the only 2 you really need. I also noticed improved signal to noise ratio with the proper driver installed. I had tried upgrading to a TC Helicon voice live play acoustic, which sells for around $300. Sure, it has a lot of cool effects and features, but I was not happy with the audio quality over USB and I struggled to get a loud enough sound out of it even with all the gains maxed. I record with Audacity and the Play Acoustic gave a very low signal level resulting in bad signal to noise ratio during playback. So I sent it back and just use a guitar effects peddle between the guitar and UM2, and use VST host for my gate, delay, reverb, etc and I get a much better sound with the cheap UM2 setup than with the $300 TC Helicon. I'd recommend the UM2 to anyone looking for a good quality, but very inexpensive interface.
Thank you for watching the video and for the comment. Hopefully it will help others to understand. 👍
Hi, i have the um2 and biasfx on windows 10. So my problem is that when i am minimizing the bias fx desktop app, and go let's say to youtube, or spotify, i hear only that and not my guitar and when going to the app i hear only my guitar and nothing else. So jamming with a song is imposible. I am using asio4all drivers. Do you know a solution to that, or do i have to buy a new interface with better drivers? Thank you
So glad I saw this! I was going crazy wondering why my audio is coming out my laptop speakers, even though everything is hooked up correctly! I downloaded the ASIO4all driver and my laptop recognizes the UM2 as USB CODEC. Haven't used your link yet because I'm on my phone. Will definitely respond with my results. Thank you again for this informative video!
Hey, so how did It work?
It's been 3 years man. How are you doing?
So glad I discovered your channel. Spent 3 days trying to get the um2 to work. You sorted it thank you. Have subscribed. Using cakewalk and watched your one on that too @
Glad the video helped. Thank you for watching and for subscribing. Keep creating! 👊👍
Hello. To answer your question I am going to start using Ableton Live again for audio recording. I tried to get Pro Tools to work, but I would spend literally hours trouble shooting it. All kind of errors too, midi, audio, monitor ( you cannot use 4k resolution with pro tools). The most recent issue is that it wouldn't load my UAD interface properly and would distort it. I would have to open ableton live and then open pro tools for it to work. And it takes several minutes to load a project. Ableton Live just works after maybe 15 minutes of set up ( assigning vst folders, and selecting midi controller scripts). I look forward to actually making music again haha. Thanks for the video!
I hear ya. I used to use Pro Tools too. The professional version is probably a lot better but the consumer level versions can be a little fussy. When I watch your MPC Live videos the workflow of the MPC reminds me of Ableton Live so I can see why you would like that DAW. I’m looking forward to hearing your music when you start creating it again. I’m in a similar spot, getting back into making music for myself again. Thank you for checking out this video.
thanks for the tips, i use Cakewalk by Bandlab and also Ableton Live
Both are great DAWs. Glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for watching. Keep creating! 👊👍
are you using it for recording only? or TH3?
sorry, i'm assuming you use it with a guitar
I love this Behringer U Phoria UM2 USB Audio Interface. It was my first one I purchased for doing voice-over. Also, I have been a long time lurker on your tips and suggestions. It's helped me out so many times!
What the program pro tools or
Im using it now but my voice is the same...
My Berhinger U-Phoria UM2 will be arrive on next week.😁 This video is very helpful!! I'm gonna watch the next video how to switch mono into stereo.
im seraching for best cheap audio interface and this is really useful video for mt, thanks!
Yeah I thought because I bought my processor off wish that I screwed myself and had to buy a new one but actually was just the way I was recording, simple things like moving the processor over and the mic on separate corners of my setup and I thought the sound foams were enough but I had to put up a big heavy blanket too, now I'm getting clear results, Stoked to keep pumping out music, thanks for this, and the volume on the computer also, never knew about that
Thanks man this saved this little baby a RMA, now everything seems to work fine!
Hello! Your video helped me a lot to set up and get my Behringer work properly. I got UMC22 last week and it was really nice when I tested it. I have encountered a problem a week after though, for some reason the track i'm trying to record is so low and has some sort of gain limiter and sounds distorted when it's beyond the "limit". The feedback from monitoring sounds fine though. I was hoping if you're still reading some comments, you might be able to help me. Thank you so much in advance!
I'm using Protools First in a school class and trying it using Behringer UM2
I unplugged my studio quite a while as I,ve been very confused by all this ! Thanks for being so clear about it all, I'm ready to plug back in and try again ! This may even sort my band in a box issues to........####ing computers...... I love music but not all this you have to go thru just to plug a guitar in !!!!! 😂
bro you are an interface God - keep it up
Thank you! Keep creating! 👊👍
what about LATENCY? at what latency msec you do not hear delayed sound? cuz i would like to get one for recording vocals and instruments. GREAT VID 😊
Just downloaded driver and all is well! Thank you again!
Good to hear. Thank you for watching. Keep creating! 👊👍
Using the UM2 to output stage sound from a Yamaha CL5 in to zoom. Not having much success on windows 10. MacBook has been the best but still not great. Will download the driver and see if that helps. Thanks for the video.
yeah man, that last tip is really great. I have lexicon alpha, and was thinking about this interface, but then i realised that also my interface has 2 inputs which i need
Thanks for the info about the asio4all being the wrong driver. I had been banging my head against the wall trying to figure out why I was getting so much noise plus my vocals wouldn't sound loud enough no matter how high I turn gain. Downloading the right driver made a huge difference. It just blows my mind that the behringer website didn't have the proper driver.
I have a feeling it might be a licensing issue as the original driver (this one) is made by another company (Ploytec) and maybe there was an issue with the license or Payment between the two companies. But that is just a guess. It just seems odd that they don’t offer this option unless you ask for it. Thank you for watching. Keep creating! 👊👍
I use cakewalk... And thanks it was sum info I needed!
Right on! What style of music do you create?
I use good old Garageband with this Interface!
It doesn’t work on window 11 tho is there any way to fix it?
We use Studio One 4 for making music and it sees to work pretty well! Nice content my dude
I use audacity & FL Studio... & thanks for the feedback tip...
Solid tips!! I appreciate it and will now get to work on mastering this cheap bad boy.
I'm using samsung note 20 ultra but when I connect in behringer um2 it's connect properly but no karaoke sound track listing in my haedphone so what can I do for fix my problem
Hi I have an issue, whenever I switch on phantom power it takes more than 15 mins to start ... Does this happen with every UM2 or mine is faulty one or the cable is bad or whatever.
so i have a um2 and im using it with fl studio, the main input works but the instrument input doesnt work at all, do you know how to fix this?
If you haven’t installed the actual Asio driver for it then that is likely the reason. The default driver that installs (USB Codec) isn’t the greatest.
@@AudioTechTV ive got the asio4all driver but in fl studio it says "Fl studio asio" and nothing else works
Nice review sir.. I have my own um2 interface.. Just want to ask sir what us the best for get rid of static sound or buzzing sound?
I’m not sure what the static or buzzing sound is. If you’re using a dynamic mic and have the gain cranked up try bringing it back a bit. That can reduce preamp noise that happens when the gain is cranked up. If it’s some sort of static interference, try moving the interface somewhere else, away from other electronics and anything that uses wifi or Bluetooth.
I am getting quite a lot of noise if using any TH3 effect with especialy distortions whether using electric or semi accoustic guitar... Can reduce the noise inside the app but the sound quality is bad and nost did not get the sound I want... Any tips? Is this because the um2 is too close either with my laptop/desktop or guitar? Or the guitar cable is bad quality? 🤔
Great job man! You hit it right on the head with each step. Hell yeah fuck yeah! /,,/
Thank you for watching and for the comment. Keep creating! 👊👍
I use mixpad software to record but my voice ain't always clear with my beringer and I hear weird noise too
I have that interface and every time I try to record vocals in Garageband, it starts doing a skip thing with my voice and I hear small clicking. It never did this before and then it automatically started and I've been looking for a solution for months and I can't find anything. I just bought a new mic because I thought that the issue was with my old mic but it didn't change!
I’m having the same problem.
Bought Behringer UM2 and a Mic Condenser, Installed ASIO4ALL and its away from CPU case, I still hear the hissing sound :/ I don't know wth is going on now. I thought UM2 will fix the noise/hissing sound
I have a Behringer UM2 with a AT2020 that I'm using for my Voice Acting
I just realized. The noise even pop up without any plugged port! I put my headphones without connecting my guitar to any port, and the noise is still there. So i guess the problem is from the interface. Does anyone have the same problem like me?
I face the same.. A white noise is always there. It is more obvious when the output volume is increased.
The issue makes it impossible for this interface to be used for amp simulations for guitar recordings.
is the "trs" input really a trs input¿¿ i connected a pylePDMIC78 and it is almos silen.. i turn up the volume at max and stil I barely hear any sound..
Today i tried with an Audio Technica ATR2100 with a XLR to 1/4 balanced cable and the same happened
Hey SGT thanks for the video! I found it really helpful, I’m trying to setup my 3dio ASMR mic for streaming, trying to make it as simple as possible! Having trouble downloading the installation. Can you help?
Thank you for watching. I answered your comment on the other video.
Hi there. Great video. Having issues to get any sound into magix musicmaker. Very low level, like there is no microphone. Any tips? Ty
GReat video. I just got my mic and plugged it into the behringer....what do i do next to get sound? I'm speaking into the mic and there's no output of sound.
Plug your headphones or speakers into the Behringer. Connect your mic, press the direct monitor button on and start increasing the gain on the mic channel until you get the level you’re looking for. If you can’t hear the mic with direct monitoring turned on then your mic might need phantom power turned on if it’s a condenser mic. Or there could be an issue with the mic itself or mic cable. Also make sure you are using a xlr male to xlr female cable to connect your mic.
The direct monitoring feature bypasses the computer so you’re hearing exactly what you’re imputing into the interface before it hits the computer. This allows you to accurately set the levels and do troubleshooting to see if there are issues with your hardware.
This help me a lot.thanks mr.
Hey, great video thank you ! Do you know if it's normal that, while Ableton is running with the Behringer USB Audio interface, I can't use any other sound related software, like I can't watch youtube or play music with VLC, etc ?
Hi thanks for the tips ! I am trying to use my UM2 to in the following way: In line 1: input from my laptop (for backing track) , line 2: input from my guitar effects processor, and use the L and R outputs in the back to the cellphone (for recording audiovisual) and to guitar amp (for playback). But, I am not sure if this going to work, could you please help ? Also, if this works, what kind of RCA cables (mono/stereo) would I need ? Thanks .
Great video! One question, sorry for my ingnorance, what happen if I connect a dinamic microphone in the instrument input?
hey, i tried putting Dynamic Mic to INST2 input via 1/4 cable, it isn't working. know why?
Hello..thanks for the review, I like to play along guitar with mp3 track and record, can I use this ?
can u please tell me how to connect to Reaper... Ive tried everything,,,,
genial! acabo de comprar una y m vienen vien estos consejos! tnks! bro
Cakewalk FTW! Great video, thank you.
Tip 9: Use FlexASIO instead of Behringer's driver or ASIO4ALL to enable shared mode (use the device for more than one program at the same time; for example DAW & UA-cam).
Tip 9A: go into windows settings and make sure that you don’t have your audio interface set to allow exclusive mode. Then you can use your audio interface with your daw, UA-cam, music playing, or whatever. And you don’t need to install a third party apps. Here’s a video on how to easily do that ua-cam.com/video/5Jqcm-fDN0I/v-deo.html
@@AudioTechTV Exclusive mode is a limitation of ASIO4ALL, AFAIK.
@@elzafir nope exclusive mode is built into windows. It can be turned on or off with any sound card or audio interface no matter what driver you use.
@@AudioTechTV From A4ALL website: WHY DO I GET AN ERROR ‘COULD NOT START ASIO’ OR SOME SUCH? (READ THIS ESPECIALLY IF YOU ARE HAVING PROBLEMS WITH LOGIC!)
(Version 1.x) ASIO4ALL requires exclusive access to the audio device. More often than not, starting the driver fails because the audio device is already in use. There are obvious instances, like some other audio application still open, but there are also things to consider that are not so obvious.
(Version 2.x) This error should not happen as often anymore. Instead, you simply get no audio, and, if you open the ASIO4ALL control panel, you will find that your audio outputs are flagged with an error symbol. The most likely reason and remedy for this hasn’t changed, however.
@@elzafir that’s not just an issue with ASIO4all that’s an issue with any audio driver. All you have to do is go into your sound settings and uncheck allow exclusive access to this device and it’s fixed. Watch the video that I linked to. It shows exactly how to do it. I’ve done that for years with numerous sound cards and audio interfaces. No need for a third party app. It’s built into windows.
I’ve been using reaper as my daw and it gets the job done. I have a question for everyone. My um2 seems to have a sort of hiss on the attack, not only with high gain. Its not the grounding, it also happens if the power cable of my laptop is unplugged. And grounding it by touching anything on the guitar doesnt change anythy at all. Gain is already at 1/4th
I use logic pro X, and sometimes just good old Garage band
There a cracked version of logic
@@nhtheboy4363 yea you can get one if you can find someone selling it on tha low, i ended up just buying a 2nd hand comp. That already had it loaded, ended up being cheaper that way
Can you help me? I record clips with GeForce Experience, but all the videos are recorded in mono track. Idk how to change :c
Can we connect 2 devices at the same time for recording.. say a mic and a Digital Piano.
In my case, only my line-1 works and I don't get input from line-2 when both are connected.
I'm hitting a brick wall here. I have the UM2 Reaper DAW and have downloaded Bias FX2 and the Behringer drivers which are loaded into Reaper. I have speakers hooked up to my PC. Two things: 1) When I am plugged into the UM2 arm a track to record, nothing records. 2) When I download an MP3, there is no sound output. I've looked at so many videos but I'm sure I'm missing something SO SIMPLE! Can you help???
When in Reaper make sure you set it to input 2 for the guitar (if you're plugging into the instrument input) or input 1 if you're using a DI into the mic/line input.
when you're playing the MP3 is that just through windows media player or are you loading it into Reaper and trying to play? If you're using Windows Media player, can you hear the audio through your PCs built in soundcard instead of the UM2? If that's the case you will need to go into Windows Sound settings and set the UM2 as the default playback device.
If it is already set as the default playback device and you can't hear any audio through it make sure the main volume on the UM2 is turned up. Make sure your headphones or speakers are plugged into the UM2 correctly and there's nothing wrong with the cables.
If you're trying to play the mp3 in Reaper and there is no sound but there is sound when playing through Windows Media Player then there's an audio setting that needs to be fixed. Maybe go back into the settings and see what's up. Make sure it's set to ASIO and the Behringer USB Sound Device is selected.
Another thing to check is go into Windows Sound settings and make sure that the UM2 isn't allowing exclusive access by going into the advanced settings for it.
Thanks
Thank you for watching. Keep creating! 👊👍
Thanks for the video,
I have a question,
So, I want to use this for twitch streaming and I use the OBS. But regardless of that, I want to hear the game (my computer audio) and my own voice in the headphones. Now if I connect my headphones and turn on the direct monitor button, will I be able to hear both from the headphones?
so how to record stereo? (both channels left and right) in OBS Studio
Can you record both line 1 and 2 at the same time?
I am using pro tools artist.
Yes you can record both inputs at the same time.
thnx for the video..Should we record in mono than stereo with this interface for better quality？
Yes you should record in mono. The inputs on the UM2 are mono. If you record in stereo you might only get audio on one side. You can mix down to stereo after.
but m getting sounds on two sides...will in mono it gives better quality？
It can be a preference thing. If you prefer to record in stereo do it. Personally I prefer to record in mono as it is a mono source that I am recording from. If you record it in stereo you are getting the mono audio copied to the left and right. So you are doubling up on the audio for that recording. I also find it easier for mixing and editing in mono. But again it can be a preference thing. I work with guys that record to stereo tracks even though it’s a mono source. Whatever works best for you.
Help ! I'm not about to get it to work .. it's not working with my headphones.. I'm unable to hear anything from it just buzzing noises even when I play a track
Do you have your headphones plugged into the interface or into your computer? Also what driver are you using?
@@AudioTechTV I've plugged them on my interface and I've downloaded the drivers from your other video and did the exact same things and I'm using windows 10
@@AudioTechTV thank you so much dude for replying it came out I've downloaded the other driver from your video .. I just crossed checked it and installed it and now it's working .. But can you help me out? The audio is coming only from the right side of the headphones 😭
@@tusharchhetri1090 what software are you using it with? You want to record or stream to a mono track not a stereo track
@@AudioTechTV I'm using it with waveform OEM which I redeemed from um2.
Hey, thanks for video. i play guitar. Sometimes i open backing track from youtube. But when i use asioall no sound from youtube. If i use behringer can i get sound?
there's an easy fix for that. You need to make sure that your audio interface or soundcard doesn't give exclusive access to programs. I have a video on how to easily change that here ua-cam.com/video/5Jqcm-fDN0I/v-deo.html
@@AudioTechTV thank you for answering 👍🤘
Very helpful. Thank you
Hey!! is it possible to record in stereo in mic/line 1 alone, using rca to trs cable
Each input is a mono input. You could record in stereo by plugging the left output of your device into input 1 on the interface and the right output into input 2. You would need to adjust the levels because the input levels will be different because 1 is a mic/line input and the other is an instrument input.
Hey bro. Thanks for the great tips! Just wanna check with you. I'm still new in this. Can this Behringer UM2 be use with FL Studio 20? Can you do a video on it too? I'm sure there's a lot of beginners like me would loved to see it. Thanks in advance! Cheers!👍✌
Amazing last tip man, ty very much
Glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. Keep creating! 👊👍
I was using Audacity with my Samson Q2U with the USP input and recently got a Behringer U-phoria and for some reason it doesn't work with Audacity, I get an error. I tried some different LIne-In settings and it's really quiet.
Hi. Can I get power to Behringer connecting the USB to a wall outlet?
You likely can. I’ve done that with other interfaces and it worked.
Hello im using now um2 behringer... but i cant do podcasting using um2 mic and my vdj at the same time... why?? .. its either i talk or i put music... but at the same time is,not possible for my viewers and listeners
Please help me,some advices.. thanl you so much
Without seeing how any of this is set up. I’m guessing it is likely a driver setup issue with one of the programs. Also you might have it set so the Behringer gives exclusive access to one program at a time. You can change that in your windows sound settings. I’m not sure what driver you’re using for the UM2 but if you’re using the plug and play driver you may want to download Asio4all and set it up in your streaming program and VDJ.
i use this interface and using mixcraft 9. i hear my vocals only in one side of my headphones (hpm 1000). Is my interface has any fault or what should i do to hear my audio monitering in both sides of headphones ? please guide.
Record to a mono track and you’ll be able to hear it from both sides. This is a stereo interface so input one is left and input 2 is right.
Hi
Is it compatible with Logic Pro X ?
If I configure my UM2 for Mono like shown in the video, can I listen to what I play with headphones while I Record what I play in the Pc with Audacity?
I'm facing a problem with the um2. Its my default device for recording music using Audacity software. However all of a sudden im facing an issue. The computer is detecting the device and I can hear my instruments through the monitors however when I try to record it detects nothing. no signal. How to resolve this?
Did you change the input device in Audacity? Is the volume for that device turned down?
Thanks alot bro. I'm gonna do all this stuff with my new UM2. I'm using the Cakewalk program I just downloaded. Great, helpful vid.
I spent two frustrating evenings trying to get those original drivers. No dice. Guess I'll try and live with it as is.
ime using magix 2016 but cant find a setup tutorial
Hey installing this... Its awesome... But one problem here, its record in sterio track... I wanna record in mono... Howbto do that... Anybody help me pls...
Im using ableton 10 as you can get it free for 90 days, but i am absolutely lost atm
Also the behringer drivers makes a huge difference, i installed them earlier today and the hissing background stopped
Thank you for watching and for taking the time to comment. I have an Ableton Live Lite tutorial for beginners that might help you. ua-cam.com/video/FtBoPI769ks/v-deo.html The Lite version is the same as the full version except it has an 8 track limit so all of the basics in this tutorial should work for you. Keep creating! 👊👍
Hi, I am actually trying to use the Behringer U Phoria UM2 USB Audio Interface trying to record my video. I am using OBS to record it. However, I notice that only the sound of my mic has been recorded. The guitar sound isn‘t recorded. How can I fix it?
Why o why after i cant produce any audio output after a month not using it.
Could you wrap the UM2 in aluminium foil to reduce interference? Sounds pretty over the top but I am curious if that would work.
can i use the um2 to play both speakers and headphones together at the same time??
Yes you can.
When i installed the Behringer driver on my computer today it made my headset make popping and crackling sounds.
And the asio4all driver Behringer recommends made my mic quality sound like shit.
Best solution i found was not using any of those drivers. Instead i let windows install it's own driver automatically. when just plugging in the USB.
Bonus tip! Yesss!!!!!
Is the second instrument input on the um2 also a mono input or it can record stereo as well? (P.S. i want to record my keyboard...nd some tones are stereo there...)
thanks in advance 😊
The instrument input is also mono. You could try and output your keyboard with two 1/4 inch plugs. The left can go into the line input and the right would go into the inst. input. See how that works. It might be a little too hot for the instrument input though so start with the gain on that channel turned all the way down. Ideally you should get an interface with two line inputs if you want to get a great stereo sound.
thanks..helping so much
i have behringer um2 and the daw am using is protool hd,i can not hear myself on the headphone.i did or the the setting on the setup/playback/change it to behringer audio um2 but still can not hear my self..i went to the io but still couldn't hear my self.can you help.
I got the um2 with an at2020 about a week ago and it’ll sound fine for about thirty minutes, but after a while it starts making me sound like a robot and stuff. Was wondering if there’s anything I can do or if I should just buy a different interface.
if we want to use dynamic Mic, which input to go?
Dynamic mic or condenser mic will go in the mic input. Make sure you use a xlr male to xlr female cable not a xlr to 1/4” cable. The 1/4” style cable will bypass the mic preamp (or engage the attenuation) and the level won’t be as great as it should be plus there might be some noise introduced by doing this.
How to correct latency with this interface in FL studio pleasee show if possible
In this video I show how to do that in FL Studio using the UM2 but it’s the exact same driver for the UMC22. ua-cam.com/video/S3QHbhtknH8/v-deo.html
hi ...ur contentt is very informative
i just want toa ask if
um2 and umc22 had the same application of the 8 tips you had shared ?
Yes the same tips would apply to both interfaces as they are very similar. Thank you for watching. Keep creating! 👊👍
@@AudioTechTV thank you
Im from Philippines
my 2nd slot for guitar is not producing sound however signal is green when i play guitar also when i connect guitar on mic port 1 in that case recording is not good also it makes noise and latency issue. but when i use mic it is fine. plz tell whats the issue
What software are you using? Also if you plug your headphones into the interface and have your guitar connected to the 2nd input and push in the direct monitor button can you hear it? If yes then the issue is in the software you’re using. You may need to change the input to input 2 in your software. When you plug into input 1 that’s a line input which is not ideal for guitar.
@@AudioTechTV i am using audacity
@@AudioTechTV i dont have jack converter so i am not using monitoring option
When I speak a little too loud, I find that the sound iw bad. How can I fixe this problem?
Turn the gain down on the mic input. When you do a level check before recording or going live with it. Talk or sing the loudest that you'll be doing during the recording or streaming and set the levels around that. You don't want to clip as it sounds terrible and it can't really be edited.
How do I use microphone and keyboards together
Im using this with ipad air 4 and it gives grounding noise can u suggest something for its removal
Is it a grounding noise when recording just guitar or recording anything?
@@AudioTechTV yes it is, i am using behringer um2 with ipad air4 and the noise is verry evident im thinking to move to zoom um22 if that solves the issue ........