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Behringer U-Phoria UM2 vs Focusrite Scarlett 2i2

Behringer U-Phoria UM2 Sound Card
Behringer U-Phoria UM2
9.61 in
4.09 in
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Sound Card
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2
Editiorial reviews
4
4 editorial reviews
Everything you need for a high-end XLR recording, streaming, or podcasting setup.Read more
The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is a simple stereo input box that's ideal for recording and mixing both music and podcasts.Read more
Focusrite has a well-earned reputation for building high-quality audio interfaces and mic preamps at price-points to cater to users of all requirements and at a wide range of budget points. With its SRead more
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User rating
67
3.7 out of 5
67 user ratings
5 stars
32 %
4 stars
26 %
3 stars
28 %
2 stars
5 %
1 stars
5 %
233
3.3 out of 5
233 user ratings
5 stars
18 %
4 stars
18 %
3 stars
39 %
2 stars
17 %
1 stars
5 %

Full Comparison

General

Behringer U-Phoria UM2Behringer U-Phoria UM2
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2Focusrite Scarlett 2i2
Sound TypeStereoStereo

Connectivity

Behringer U-Phoria UM2Behringer U-Phoria UM2
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2Focusrite Scarlett 2i2
Analog 3.5mm output00
Analogue RCA outputs10
Headphone outputyesyes
Headphone output (3.5 mm)00
Headphone output (6.3 mm / 1/4)21
Jack Plug input02
Jack Plug output (6,3 mm / 1/4)02
Microphone inputyesyes
Microphone Jack Plug (3.5mm)00
XLR12
USByesyes

Design

Behringer U-Phoria UM2Behringer U-Phoria UM2
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2Focusrite Scarlett 2i2
Placement TypeExternalExternal

Audio properties

Behringer U-Phoria UM2Behringer U-Phoria UM2
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2Focusrite Scarlett 2i2
D/A audio24 bit / 48 kHz24 bit / 96 kHz

Power

Behringer U-Phoria UM2Behringer U-Phoria UM2
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2Focusrite Scarlett 2i2
Power sourceUSBUSB

Pros & Cons

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          Behringer U-Phoria UM2 vs Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 - User Opinions

          • armida.bradtke
            over 1 year ago
            Differences. The Behringer U-Phoria UMC204HD has MIDI I/O as well as the Mono/Stereo switch which the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 doesn't provide. However, when it comes to the overall recording quality, the Scarlett 2i2 has the UMC204HD beat.
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