Yamaha URX22C

The Essentials to Know About the URX-C Audio Interface

• Studio Quality: high-resolution conversion at 32-bit/192 kHz for clear, detailed recordings ready for mixing.


• Yamaha D-PRE Preamps: two class A microphone preamps with +48 V phantom power for rich and precise vocals and acoustic instruments.


• Yamaha DSP and Integrated Mixing: smooth workflow with simplified control via dspMixFx, ideal for recording and streaming without getting lost in technicalities.


• Designed for Creators: streamlined physical controls (main volume, headphone volume) and Stream Deck integration to speed up your broadcast environment control.

An Interface Rooted in Yamaha's DNA: Reliability, DSP, and a Creator-Friendly Approach

With the URX-C, Yamaha continues a clear philosophy: making professional-quality audio accessible, even for those just starting recording or streaming. The goal is not just to offer an interface that "sounds good," but a coherent solution where the audio chain (preamplification, conversion, monitoring, and processing) remains easy to handle. In the spirit of modern production-oriented interfaces, the URX-C highlights the efficiency of Yamaha's DSP and an ergonomics that prioritize action: capture, process, listen, adjust, then share your content without friction.

Who It's For and What It's For: Home Studio, Streaming, Daily Vocals and Instruments

The URX-C is especially aimed at musicians, podcasters, streamers, and content creators who want an immediately clean result without spending hours understanding complex routing. Thanks to its combo inputs and Hi-Z instrument input, it is suitable for recording a voice via microphone (dynamic or condenser), as well as a guitar or bass direct, or line sources (keyboard, groovebox, external preamp). In a home studio, it becomes a reliable base for recording, precise playback, and maintaining comfortable latency, while in streaming it facilitates a clear and stable monitoring mix to stay focused on performance.

DSP, Control, and Recording Quality: A Fast Workflow Without Sacrificing Sound

The heart of the URX-C experience is the combination of high-definition conversion and control tools designed for quick work. The 32-bit/192 kHz resolution offers appreciable headroom and detail, especially on vocals (transients, breaths, nuances) and acoustic instruments. The D-PRE preamps, known for their musicality and stability, allow clean gain staging and preserve a faithful signal, which then facilitates equalization and compression during mixing.

dspMixFx: Keeping Control Over the Mix and Effects Without Complexity

Thanks to dspMixFx, the URX-C offers an intuitive approach to input monitoring and mixing. The goal is simple: to let you quickly adjust levels, tailor listening comfort, and exploit Yamaha DSP processing possibilities without breaking your creativity. This is particularly useful for novice and intermediate users who want a "ready-to-broadcast" sound from the first sessions while maintaining a clean recording result.

Ergonomics and Monitoring: Direct Controls Designed for Creation

The physical architecture focuses on clarity: separate management of headphone volume and main volume to instantly adapt listening depending on the situation (vocal take, guitar overdub, reference listening). This "direct control" logic avoids constant menu navigation and helps you stay focused on performance. Integration with Stream Deck complements this approach by allowing extension of useful production and streaming commands for a smoother and better-organized setup.

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