Essential Information About the Behringer STUDIO XL USB Audio Interface
- Two Midas microphone preamps with +48V phantom power, ultra-low noise, and high gain for cleaner vocal and instrument recordings.
- 24-bit conversion up to 192 kHz for detailed reproduction, featuring a USB design advertised as very quiet.
- VCA monitoring control for precise volume adjustment, better stereo tracking, and more stable phase coherence over time.
- All-in-one studio tool: 2x4 interface, dual headphone amplifiers, talkback, mono, mute, and dim functions, plus multiple monitor outputs.
Between Audio Interface and Monitor Controller: The STUDIO XL Finds Its Place
The Behringer STUDIO XL fits into a "control center" logic: rather than multiplying devices, it combines a USB audio interface and a monitor controller. The integration of Midas microphone preamps, a recognized reference in professional environments, strengthens its positioning for demanding home studios as well as more comprehensive production setups, where routing speed and reliable monitoring control make a real difference.
A Tool Designed for Recording, Mixing, and Managing a Project Control Room
This interface targets musicians, beatmakers, podcasters, and sound engineers who want to record with studio quality while maintaining control over monitoring. Convenient for vocal takes (thanks to the preamps and direct monitoring), but also for mixing and mastering, where fine level adjustment, mono switching, dim, and mute are essential. The presence of a talkback (built-in microphone and external mic input) also facilitates remote sessions or booth recording.
Key Features: Preamps, Conversion, and VCA Monitoring
Midas Preamps and Direct Monitoring
The two combo mic/line inputs allow connection of XLR microphones or line sources via jack, with +48V phantom power. The Zero-Latency Direct Monitoring helps record without latency sensation, a crucial point for vocal and dynamic instrument takes.
High-Resolution Conversion and Optimized USB
With 24-bit conversion from 44.1 to 192 kHz, the STUDIO XL aims for precise capture and more transparent listening. Behringer also highlights a low-noise USB I/O and lower output impedance, useful for maintaining a comfortable output level to monitors.
VCA Volume Control and Advanced Monitoring Management
The VCA volume control is more than a classic potentiometer: it drives a high-precision amplification circuit to offer smoother adjustment, better left/right balance, and improved stability over time. Add to this the mono, mute, and dim functions, a dual LED display, as well as two headphone amplifiers with independent volume controls and source selection: you get a true monitoring station to work quickly and confidently.
Technical Specifications
Audio Interface and Conversion
- 2x4 USB 2.0 audio interface with MIDAS microphone preamps
- A/D and D/A Conversion: 24-bit / 44.1 - 192 kHz
- USB Class Compliant
- Zero-Latency Direct Monitoring
Preamps, Monitoring, and Control
- Two Midas microphone preamps with +48V phantom power
- Studio monitor controller with stereo VCA tracking
- VCA control for level adjustment and stereo tracking
- Master volume control, source selector, and monitoring switch
- Mono, mute, and dim functions
- Dual LED display
- Two headphone amplifiers with separate volume controls and source selector
- Three independent monitor outputs for connecting two additional pairs of monitors
- Aux input for connecting external sources
- Talkback function with built-in microphone as well as external microphone input with footswitch and level control
Audio Performance
- Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
- SNR: <-90dBu RMS
- THD+N: <0.01% @ 1 kHz
Connectivity
- 2x combo mic/line inputs (XLR/jack)
- 4x balanced or unbalanced line inputs (6.3 mm jack)
- 1x stereo input (3.5 mm mini-jack)
- 1x talkback input (XLR)
- 1x footswitch input (6.3 mm jack)
- 5x balanced or unbalanced stereo monitor outputs (6.3 mm jack)
- 2x headphone outputs (6.3 mm jack)
Compatibility and Power Supply
- Powered via included power adapter: 12V DC 2000 mA
- Compatible with Windows 10 and Mac OSX 10.14 or higher
Dimensions and Weight
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 80 x 328 x 163 mm
- Weight: 1.8 kg
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