Behringer U-PHORIA UMC22 vs Universal Audio Volt 2
Behringer U-PHORIA UMC22 vs Universal Audio Volt 2 compared — specs, features, and which one to buy for your setup. See the full breakdown on CreatorConfig.
The Ruling
Behringer U-PHORIA UMC22 or Universal Audio Volt 2? Get the Universal Audio Volt 2.
The Universal Audio Volt 2 wins Audio Resolution and Mic Inputs. It is the pricier of the two at $189, so the Behringer U-PHORIA UMC22 stays the pick if $129.01 matters more than those specs.
At a Glance
Where each one actually leads
Every axis is scored out of 10 from the catalog specs below. The scores are relative to the products on this page, so a 10 means “best of these”, not “perfect”, and two identical columns mean the catalog genuinely cannot separate them. Axes the catalog holds no figure for on both sides are left off entirely rather than guessed at.
| Category | Behringer U-PHORIA UMC22 | Universal Audio Volt 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Resolution | 6.3/10 | 10/10 |
| Mic Inputs | 5/10 | 10/10 |
| Monitoring | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Creator Features | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Connectivity | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Power | 10/10 | 10/10 |
The Split
What each one wins
Behringer U-PHORIA UMC22
Budget 2x2 USB audio interface with MIDAS mic preamp for beginner recording and streaming setups.
It gives up sample rate and XLR inputs to the Universal Audio Volt 2. It is the cheaper of the two, by $129.01.
Leads on
- Nothing on the spec sheet goes this one’s way.
Universal Audio Volt 2
2-in/2-out USB audio interface with high-quality preamps and analog-inspired tone shaping.
On paper the Universal Audio Volt 2 takes sample rate (192kHz, +144kHz) and XLR inputs (2, +1). It concedes nothing measurable on the sheet. That costs $129.01 more than the Behringer U-PHORIA UMC22.
Leads on
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Sample Rate +144kHz192kHz48kHz
Higher sample rates capture more audio detail — important for professional recording and mixing.
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XLR Inputs +121
More XLR inputs let you record multiple microphones simultaneously.
Where they’re identical
These 8 specs are the same on both of them, so none of it is part of the decision.
- Bit Depth 24-bit
- Phantom Power Yes
- Headphone Outputs 1
- Direct Monitoring Yes
- Loopback No
- ADAT Expansion No
- Bus Powered Yes
- TRS Outputs 2
The Record
19 specs, grouped by area
A group is won by whoever takes more of its rows outright. Specs the catalog cannot rank are shown but never decide a group.
Bottom Line
Who each one is for
The Universal Audio Volt 2 is the pick on the specs the catalog holds, but “better on paper” and “right for you” are different questions. Each case below names what the product is actually good at and who that suits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between Behringer U-PHORIA UMC22 and Universal Audio Volt 2?
The largest gap is sample rate, where the Universal Audio Volt 2 leads — 192kHz against 48kHz. Across the catalog's specification sheet the two differ on 2 specs. They match on 8 specs, including bit depth, phantom power and headphone outputs. Two audio interfaces from Behringer and Universal Audio, each taking a different approach to audio quality and I/O flexibility.
Which is better for streaming, Behringer U-PHORIA UMC22 or Universal Audio Volt 2?
Get the Universal Audio Volt 2. The Universal Audio Volt 2 wins Audio Resolution and Mic Inputs. It is the pricier of the two at $189, so the Behringer U-PHORIA UMC22 stays the pick if $129.01 matters more than those specs.
What do the Behringer U-PHORIA UMC22 and Universal Audio Volt 2 have in common?
Both share 8 specifications in the catalog, including bit depth (24-bit), phantom power (Yes), headphone outputs (1) and direct monitoring (Yes), among others. None of those is a reason to pick one over the other.
Is the Universal Audio Volt 2 worth the extra $129 over the Behringer U-PHORIA UMC22?
The Universal Audio Volt 2 costs $189.00 against $59.99, a difference of $129. The premium buys sample rate (192kHz) and XLR inputs (2). Whether that is worth it depends on which of those you would actually use.