Steinberg UR22C Red
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Steinberg
UR22C Red
Product Info
Article Number:
576199
Brand:
Steinberg
Model:
UR22C Red
Category:
USB Audio Interfaces
Price:
$185.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The UR22C Red is a fantastic entry-level interface, especially for singer-songwriters and guitarists. The preamps are genuinely impressive for the price, and the included software is a nice bonus. It's a well-built, reliable option for getting professional-sounding recordings without a huge investment.
Product Description
- Steinberg UR22C Red
- 2-Channel USB 3.0 Audio Interface with iPad Connectivity
- 32-Bit integer / 192 kHz
- 2 Class-A D-PRE microphone 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
- Colour: Black/Red
- Includes Cubase AI
- Cubasis LE DAW app for iPad (download versions) and Steinberg Plus
PROS
- • Excellent D-PRE preamps deliver clean, transparent gain for vocals/instruments.
- • Solid metal chassis provides roadworthy durability and minimizes noise.
- • Integrated REV-X reverb is surprisingly usable for quick tracking needs.
- • iPad connectivity simplifies mobile recording workflows and expands creative options.
CONS
- • USB 3.0 requirement limits compatibility with older computers/systems.
- • Limited I/O for more complex recording setups – only two mic/line inputs.
- • The included Cubase AI is a trimmed-down version; full Cubase is desired by many.
Product Video
Key Features
Inputs
2 x XLR/6.3mm Combo
Outputs
2 x 6.3mm Line, 1 x 6.3mm Headphone
Max Sample Rate
192 kHz
Bit Depth
32-bit Integer
Preamps
2 x D-PRE Class-A
Weight
1 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
They hold their own remarkably well, offering a clean, low-noise performance that's surprisingly close to more expensive models, though lacking some of the top-tier interfaces' features.
Steinberg recommends a powered USB 3.0 hub or the optional power supply for USB 2.0 operation to ensure consistent performance and avoid potential dropouts.
It’s a decent starting point for basic ambience, but it's best considered a convenience rather than a replacement for higher-quality reverb plugins for critical mixing.
