Capture your band's best performance with the Behringer UMC1820, an 18x20 USB audio interface for recording mic, line, and Hi-Z instruments into your favorite DAW. The UMC1820 features eight Midas-designed microphone preamps with +48 phantom power for powering professional condenser microphones. You can record keyboards via the line level inputs and Hi-Z for bass and guitar without a DI.

The high-quality 24-bit / 96 kHz converters capture your instruments and vocals with pristine quality, ensuring the best possible recordings. The interface features 8 inputs, two main output, and an additional eight outputs for outboard gear and headphone monitoring. Additionally, the UMC1820 includes a variety of digital I/O including SPDIF (RCA coaxial) and eight channels of ADAT, which is compatible with Behringer ADA8200 (sold separately) for expanding to a total of 16 Midas designed mic preamplifiers. There is also standard MIDI (5-pin DIN) for connecting to your favorite synths and drum machines. A 12 VDC power supply is included.

18 Input / 20 Output Audio Interface    24-Bit / 96 kHz Resolution    Midas-Designed Microphone Preamps    Optical I/O: S/PDIF, ADAT and S/MUX    Low Latency with Direct Monitoring    Two Independent Headphone Outputs    Main Output w/ Dim, Mute, Level Controls    Impact Resistant Chassis    Includes Power Adapter

• 18x20 USB2.0 Audio/MIDI Interface with ADAT I/O for recording microphones and instruments
• Audiophile 24-bit / 96 kHz resolution for professional audio quality
• Compatible with popular recording software including Avid Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Steinberg Cubase, etc.
• Streams 18 inputs and 20 outputs of ultra-low latency audio to your computer, supporting Mac OS X and Windows XP or higher
• 8 state-of-the-art, Midas-designed mic preamplifiers with +48V phantom power
• Optical I/Os supporting S/PDIF, ADAT and S/MUX formats up to 96 kHz
• Simultaneous use of all analog, coaxial S/PDIF, optical ADAT and MIDI signals
• Zero-latency direct monitoring of all analog inputs while recording
• ADAT input allows for combination with Behringer ADA8200 (not included) for expanding to a total of 16 Midas designed Mic Preamplifiers
• Input/Playback Mix control and Stereo/Mono switch for direct monitoring
• Powerful dual Phones outputs with individual Level controls and Monitor A/B source select for DJ-style cueing
• Main Outputs with Dim, Mute and dedicated Main level control
• 19", 1 RU cabinet with detachable rack mount brackets
• Built-like-a-tank, impact-resistant metal chassis

Plug in microphones, instruments or line-level sources to the UMC1820's 8 combination XLR/TRS inputs for the ultimate in studio flexibility. Connect and communicate with MIDI devices to add the benefit of control surfaces to your studio workflow. And since the UMC1820 is compatible with all popular recording software including Apple Logic Pro, Avid Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Steinberg Cubase, and others, it's ready for anything.

The UMC1820 provides up to 96 kHz resolution for even the most demanding applications in music as well as video postproduction. Work with confidence and accuracy in your favorite recording software for professional results every time.

The integrated Midas-designed mic preamp provides the ultimate in high-quality audio reproduction in both live and studio environments.

The UMC1820 mix control allows zero-latency direct monitoring, which means musicians can experience their performance clearly and with no delay or lag in the returning signal, resulting in better performance and recording. The two powerful headphone outputs have their own level control and Monitor A/B source select for DJ-style cueing.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. I can't get the m4 to turn itself off when the computer shuts down. Has anyone got this to work? Every other usb device does this.

A: The MOTU M4 has a physical on/ff switch, so if your computer is sleeping it will remain on. In order to have it shut down with your computer, you may have to adjust settings in your computer to stop power being sent to USB when shut down.

Q: 2. Does this work with the new Apple Silicon M1 chip?

A: NO. MOTU products are not yet qualified for use with the new M1-powered Macs. The M2 and M4 bus-powered USB audio interfaces are compatible with macOS Big Sur as USB audio class compliant devices, allowing plug-and-play operation with no driver installation needed. A driver will soon be available that provides lower latency performance, loopback channels and Core Audio volume control under macOS Big Sur.

Q: 3. Can you apply EQ and then listen live using loop back with no latency?

A: Yes, you can. Round trip latency is just 2.5 ms, so while it is not no latency, it is about as fast as it can get in this class of interface.

Q: 4. Does this transmit both MIDI and audio over the USB-C cable, or do you have to use the 5-pin DINs?

A: MIDI over 5 pin only. USB is audio interface only.

Q: 5. hi, is there a way to connect a digital piano with 1/4 out to midi i/o? so i can connect 3 instruments at same time: microphone, guitar and piano

A: MIDI and Audio are two different types of signals, hence are not compatible. What you could do is get a multi-channel mixer to plug into the audio inputs. The only downside is everything will be recorded to one stereo file, as opposed to individual tracks for every instrument or source.

Q: 6. Is it USB 3.0?

A: No, this would have a USB Type-C Computer Interface.

Q: 7. Can this handle a low gain sensitive mic like EV RE20..without cloud lifter ?

A: While it does have enough gain for a mic of this nature, some users have reported noise when turning up the gain, so you may want to consider a fethead or cloud lifter anyway, for the headroom.

Q: 8. Will this work with Adobe Audition on a Mac?

A: Yes, you can use the MOTU M2 USB Audio-MIDI Interface with Adobe Audition on a Mac computer.

Q: 9. is it possible to listen to a microphone plugged into the left channel through both left and right sides of my headphones, or send one mic into both channels?

A: It is possible to monitor channel one through both sides of your headphones with this interface. The Input Monitor Mix button will send a mono input to both channel outputs. As well, if monitoring from a DAW, a mono channel in the DAW will playback in both ears.

Q: 10. Is the M4 compatible with Apple's M1 Computers?

A: Not yet compatible with M1 chips.