Experts recommend Behringer UMC204HD more than Behringer UMC22
As of 10 Jan 2025, experts prefer Behringer UMC204HD over Behringer UMC22, but both Audio Interfaces have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Behringer UMC204HD received 2 recommendations: from hollyland.com (5 Jul 2024) and soundref.com (1 Jan 2024). By contrast, Behringer UMC22 received only 1 recommendation from Music Radar (24 Oct 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | Audio Interface | hollyland.com  | bandpioneer.com  | Wirecutter  | Musician on a Mission  | Sweetwater  | Your Guitar Brain  | EDM Sauce  | Music Radar  | soundref.com  | producelikeapro.com  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | - | $109 |  Behringer UMC204HD
The Behringer UMC204HD audio interface is a versatile and reliable device that offers high-quality sound, low latency, and a range of input and output options, making it a practical choice for musicians, podcasters, and content creators. | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3 | - |
| 27 | N/A | $53 |  Behringer UMC22 The Behringer UMC22 audio interface is a versatile and affordable device suitable for home recording, podcasting, and other similar applications, offering a range of input and output options, low latency playback, and Midas-designed preamps. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3 | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 5 Jul 2024 hollyland.com ranked Behringer UMC204HD as #5
Rank Audio Interface ... ... #5 out of 5 Behringer UMC204HD Source: www.hollyland.com - On 1 Jan 2024 soundref.com ranked Behringer UMC204HD as #3
Rank Audio Interface Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 7 Behringer UMC204HD The best budget interface for new music makers... ... ... Source: soundref.com - On 24 Oct 2024 Music Radar ranked Behringer UMC22 as #3
Rank Audio Interface Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 8 Behringer UMC22 The best budget audio interface lets you record for under $100/£100... ... ... Source: www.musicradar.com
After counting and adding up the 83 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Behringer UMC204HD outranks Behringer UMC22. This is not to say that Behringer UMC22 is a bad option. Like Behringer UMC204HD, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Behringer UMC204HD is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Behringer UMC22 is not.
| Rank | Change | Price | Audio Interface | hollyland.com | bandpioneer.com | Wirecutter | Musician on a Mission | Sweetwater | Your Guitar Brain | EDM Sauce | Music Radar | soundref.com | producelikeapro.com |
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| 1 | - | Check price |  Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 audio interface is a versatile and reliable device with low latency levels, upgraded preamp design, and a new Air mode that enhances high-end detail, making it a great choice for solo artists and mobile recording. | 1 | - | 1 | 2 | - | 1 | - | - | - | - |
| 2 | - | $200 |  Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
| 3 | - | $100 |  PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 The PreSonus AudioBox USB 96 is a versatile and reliable audio interface with low latency, high-quality mic preamps, and compatibility with almost all recording software, making it an excellent choice for musicians, podcasters, and other audio professionals. | 3 | 3 | - | 1 | 15 | - | 4 | -
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| 4 | - | $199 |  UA Volt 2 The UA Volt 2 audio interface is a versatile and high-quality device with low latency, two preamps based on the classic Universal Audio 610 tube preamp, and essential audio software, making it a reliable option for recording musicians, podcasters, and streamers. | - | 2 | 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3 |
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Expert reviews [6]
Total expert reviews: 6
- with a score: 1
- without a score: 5
| Highest score by streamershaven.blog | 86 |
| Average score based on 6 reviews | 86 |
| Lowest score by streamershaven.blog | 86 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [6]
Total expert reviews: 6
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 6
From Seller:
- High-quality 2x4 USB Audio/MIDI Interface with MIDAS-designed mic preamps for professional audio recording
- Offers 24-Bit/192 kHz resolution for superior sound quality and precision in music and video post-production
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From Seller:
- 2-channel USB Audio Interface with 1 MIDAS Preamp
- Instrument Input
- Phantom Power
- 48kHz
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