Question 1

Does this include a usb power cable that goes from the interface to the computer?

Accepted Answer

yes it comes with a USB cable, it gets the 48v phantom power through your USB port, 48 volts is basically 3 AA Batteries, so it's not like you need DC power

Question 2

Can it write four tracks simultaneosly?

Accepted Answer

Keep in mind that this listing combines the UM2, UMC202HD, UMC204HD, UMC404HD, and UMC1820 onto a single page.  So it is easy to confuse which unit you're talking about.  The 404HDwill be able to send 4 discrete tracks to your DAW.  The UM2 and 202HD can only do 2 tracks at a time.  The 1820 can record up to 18 tracks when paired with an 8-channel ADAT preamp and a 2-channel S/PDIF preamp.

Question 3

will this power a microphone that requires phantom power? sorry if this is a dumb question, im new to XLR microphones

Accepted Answer

Phantom power is 48W to Condenser Microphones, i use MXL 990 Its nice and i enjoy work with my Berhinger UM2 and my Mic MXL

Question 4

It appears that phantom power gets switched on all 4 mic pres simultaneously. Can I use dynamic & condenser mics together without causing damage?

Accepted Answer

Lets correct a few things.  NO dynamic mics need Phantom power.  And yes the power will reach the dynamic mics and generally that is OK.  Also condensers that don't have batteries NEED phantom power.  B123 managed a post with some serious misinformation.  It is best not to send phantom to a dynamic because if the phantom is unbalanced a bit (broken cable, dirty pins etc.) you move the diaphragm of the capsule.  So I wouldn't worry about it because the chance of actually doing damage is very small.  The info on Ribbon mics is important to remember because Phantom will damage classic ribbon mics.  I believe some of the modern ones have built in protections, but I wouldn't take a chance unless a manufacturer actually says their mic is safe on phantom power.

ASIN	B01EXI8Y9S
Audio Input	XLR, 1/4-inch TRS
Brand	Behringer
Brand Name	Behringer
Compatible Devices	Personal Computer
Compatible devices	Personal Computer
Connectivity Technology	USB
Connectivity technology	USB
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 441 Reviews
Frequency Response	96000 Hz
Frequency response	96000 Hz
Global Trade Identification Number	04033653170918
Included Components	24 Bit,96 kHz USB Audio,MIDI Interface with MIDAS Mic Preamplifiers, Audiophile 18x20
Item Dimensions D x W x H	7.2D x 24.4W x 4H centimetres
Item Type Name	Portable PA Systems
Item Weight	1.8 kg
Manufacturer	MUSIC Group
Manufacturer Part Number	UMC1820
Maximum Sample Rate	96 KHz
Model Number	UMC1820
Number of Channels	18
Number of channels	18
Operating System	Linux, Windows, macOS
Product Warranty	Limited.
Supported Software	Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Cubase, Logic Pro
Supported software	Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Cubase, Logic Pro
UPC	632317255714 748252152145
Unit Count	1.0 count

Behringer Umc1820 Portable Pa Systems

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