Steinberg UR22C
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Steinberg
UR22C
Product Info
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The UR22C is a fantastic entry point for singer-songwriters, podcasters, and home recordists. Its compact size, solid build, and surprisingly good preamps make it a reliable workhorse, especially when paired with an iPad for on-the-go recording. It's a well-rounded package for anyone needing a clean, functional interface without breaking the bank.
Product Description
- Steinberg UR22C
- 2-Channel USB 3.0 Audio Interface with iPad Connectivity
- 32-bit integer / 192 kHz
- 2 Class-A D-PRE mic preamps with +48 V phantom power
- Latency-free DSP-supported monitoring with REV-X reverb
- channel strip and guitar amp classics (also included as VST 3
- AAX and AU plug-ins)
- Monitor mix control
- Mono switch
- 2 Microphone / Line Combo inputs: XLR / 6.3 mm jack - Hi-Z switch on input 2 for electric guitar
- 2 Line outputs: 6.3 mm jack
- MIDI input and output
- Stereo headphone output: 6.3 mm jack
- USB 3.0 power supply (optional power supply for USB 2.0 required)
- Sturdy metal housing
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 159 x 47 x 159 mm
- Weight: 1 kg
- Includes Cubase AI
- Cubasis LE DAW app for iPad (download versions) and Steinberg Plus
PROS
- • Solid metal chassis feels robust and roadworthy for portable tracking.
- • D-PRE preamps deliver clean gain with a surprisingly musical character.
- • Integrated REV-X reverb is genuinely usable for quick monitoring and tracking.
- • iPad connectivity simplifies mobile recording workflows significantly.
CONS
- • USB 3.0 requirement limits compatibility with older computers.
- • Limited I/O compared to more expensive interfaces restricts larger setups.
- • Headphone output lacks the power for driving high-impedance headphones.
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Key Features
Inputs
2 XLR/TRS Combo, 1 Hi-Z
Outputs
2 TRS, 1 Stereo Headphone
Max Sample Rate
192 kHz
Bit Depth
32-bit Integer
Preamps
2 D-PRE
Weight
1 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The D-PREs offer a cleaner, more transparent sound than many competitors at this level, avoiding the harshness sometimes found in budget preamps; they handle dynamic range well.
Cubase AI is a functional, limited version – great for learning and basic projects, but serious users will likely want to upgrade to a full DAW for advanced features.
While technically possible, reliable operation from USB 2.0 is not guaranteed; a powered USB hub is strongly recommended to avoid dropouts and stability issues.
