Steinberg UR22C 2 x 2 USB 3.0 Type C Audio Interface

No matter where you want to record, your projects should always sound great. The UR22C brings you amazing sound quality in a remarkably compact, tough and versatile package for composing and recording anywhere. Use it with a computer or an iOS device for superb results, wherever you are.

The UR22C is available in three versions; the classic grey/black finish as well as in the new 'fire' red/black and navy green/black combination. All other specifications are identical.

For producing songs
The UR22C is the perfect audio partner for composing and producing songs anywhere. With inputs for microphones and instruments (including onboard phantom power), MIDI inputs and outputs, latency-free monitoring with DSP effects and fast, reliable connectivity to computers or iOS devices, it is remarkably versatile. Not only that, but with two top class mic preamps, 32-bit/192 kHz recording quality and high-quality components throughout, the UR22C records your performance with stunning clarity and detail. Ideally sized to travel anywhere with you, its tough but lightweight construction and included Cubase AI recording software make it a great music-making companion.

For recording anywhere
Whether you are a producer, journalist, sound designer or a composer looking to capture great new sounds, the UR22C makes high quality mobile recording a breeze. Housed in a compact, rugged but lightweight enclosure, its 32-bit/192 kHz recording quality, D-PRE preamps and seamless connection with iOS devices via SuperSpeed USB 3.1 Gen 1 with USB-C delivers a superb, portable recording setup at studio grade sound level. And the included Cubasis LE iOS recording app means you can start making professional recordings on an iPad straight away while the dspMixFx application allows you to use the included DSP effects with any iOS audio software.

For enjoying music
If you are gaming, creating or just listening to live streamed content, the UR22C ensures that you always enjoy the best sound. Thanks to its 32-bit/192 kHz audio quality you can even enjoy professional hi-res audio recordings in their full beauty, with the industry-leading D-PRE preamps and high-quality components guaranteeing highest recording quality. The Loopback function allows you to seamlessly mix live and playback audio, with effects if required, for an enhanced experience, while the UR22C’s SuperSpeed USB 3.1 Gen 1 with USB-C ensures you always have a reliable, fast connection.

Included Software

Cubase AI
Based on the award-winning Cubase Pro, a powerful Mac/Windows software solution for studio-quality audio and MIDI recording, editing, mixing and scoring.

Cubasis LE
Designed for creating professional music productions on your iPad, Cubasis LE features quick and easy operation to make recording, editing and mixing a breeze.

dspMixFx application
dspMixFx offers latency-free monitoring, plus control of all routing, settings and the onboard DSP-based reverb, channel strip and guitar amp simulation plug-ins within the UR-C interface.

Bundled effect plug-ins
VST 3, AU and AAX versions of the REV-X reverb, the Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip and the Guitar Amp Classics suite of amp simulations are included.

Technical Specifications

Connection Type
USB Type-C
Design
Desktop (1/3 19“, 1HU)
Casing
Full-metal casing
Power supply
USB 3.0 bus-powered, USB Type-C bus-powered, External USB 5 V AC adaptor (not included)
AD/DA
32 bit
Maximum sample rate
192 kHz
Dynamic range input
102
Total number of inputs
2
Total number of individual outputs
2
Total number of Outputs
2
Microphone preamp
D-PRE
Microphone inputs
2
Inputs with line level
2
Inputs with HI-Z
1
Analog inputs TRS
0
Analog inputs Combo
2
Analog outputs TRS
2
Phantom power
2
Headphone
With dedicated volume control
Headphones outputs
1
Digital In ADAT
0
Digital Out ADAT
0
Digital In S/PDIF Optical
0
Digital In AES/EBU RS422
0
Digital Out S/PDIF Optical
0
Digital Out AES/EBU RS422
0
MIDI I/O
Yes
Monitoring
Latency free monitoring with FX
Onboard DSP
SSP 3
True Integrated Monitoring with FX in Cubase
Yes
High-Pass filter
Yes
REV-X Reverb
Yes
Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip
Yes
Weight
1000 g
Width
159 mm
Height
47 mm
Depth
159 mm
Operating systems (Mac)
macOS High Sierra, macOS Mojave, macOS Catalina, macOS Big Sur, macOS Monterey, macOS Ventura
Operating systems (Windows)
Windows 10 (64-bit), Windows 11 (64-bit)
Operating systems (iOS)
iOS 10, iOS 11, iOS 12, iOS 13, iOS 14, iOS 15, iOS 16
Port
USB Type-C, USB 3.0, USB 2.0
RAM minimum
4 GB
Hard disk free space
1200 MB