Steinberg UR44C User Manual

Operation Manual

USB AUDIO INTERFACE

Main features

Main features ............................................2

Panel Controls and Terminals ................3

Front Panel ..........................................................3

Rear Panel ...........................................................5

Software ....................................................6

Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver ............................6

dspMixFx UR-C....................................................8

Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series .............13

Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip..................16

REV-X ................................................................18

Guitar Amp Classics ..........................................20

Using with a Computer ..........................23

Connection Example ..........................................23

Configuring Audio Driver Settings on the DAW

Software.............................................................24

Recording/Playback ...........................................25

Using with an iOS Device ......................27

Connection Example ..........................................27

Recording/Playback ...........................................28

Main features

6 x 4 USB 3.0 Audio Interface with 4 x D-PRE and 32-bit/192 kHz support

The UR44C is a 6-in and 4-out USB 3.0 audio interface, featuring four world-renowned D-PRE microphone preamps and supporting 192 kHz and 32-bit audio quality to capture all the subtleties and expressiveness of any audio source.

True 32-bit resolution

The UR44C and the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver support the 32-bit Integer format which can represent audio data in higher resolution compared to Float format. Together with a DAW (such as Cubase) which can fully utilize the 32-bit Integer data, they enable unprecedented audio resolution in your music production.

USB 3.0 & USB Type-C

The UR44C is equipped with a USB Type-C port and features USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) SuperSpeed mode while providing full compatibility with the USB 2.0 High-Speed mode. The USB Type-C connection provides enough bus power to operate the UR44C.

Troubleshooting.....................................30

Appendix.................................................33

Limitations on the use of effects ........................33

Computer connector types .................................33

Signal Flows.......................................................34

Block Diagrams ..................................................35

Technical Specifications ....................................37

General Specifications .......................................38

Uninstalling TOOLS for UR-C ............................39

dspMixFx

The dspMixFx technology is powered by the latest SSP3 DSP chip and offers latency-free monitoring with highly acclaimed DSP effects, including REV-X reverb, for users of any DAW software.

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Panel Controls and Terminals

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XLR-type (balanced)

Phone-type (balanced)

Phone-type (unbalanced)

Front Panel

Panel Controls and Terminals

1 [MIC/HI-Z 1/2] jacks

For connection to a microphone, electric guitar, or electric bass. This jack can be connected to both XLR-type and phone-type (unbalanced only) plugs. The XLR-type is MIC only and the phone type is HI-Z only.

NOTE

• The signal is not input when connecting balanced phone-type plugs.

• The phantom power will be supplied to the XLR jack connected to the [MIC/LINE 1/2] jacks.

2 [MIC/LINE 3/4] jacks

For connection to a microphone or digital instrument. This jack can be connected to both XLR-type and phonetype (balanced/unbalanced) plugs. The XLR type is MIC only and the phone type is LINE only.

Plug types

Proper use of the HI-Z or LINE inputs HI-Z

Guitar and bass with passive pickups (not battery powered)

LINE

• Effect device, preamp, direct box

• Guitar and bass with active pickups (battery

powered)

• Digital instruments, such as synthesizer

NOTE

The phantom power will be supplied to the XLR jack connected to the [MIC/LINE 3/4] jacks.

3 [PEAK] indicator

Lights up according to the input signal. Lights up when the input signal is 3 dB below the clipping level.

Setting optimum recording levels

Adjust the [INPUT GAIN] knobs so that the [PEAK] indicator flashes briefly at the loudest input volume.

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4 [+48V] indicator

Lights up when the [+48V] switch (phantom power) is turned on.

5 [USB] indicator

Lights up when the power is turned on and the unit is communicating with the computer or iOS device. The indicator flashes continuously when the computer or iOS device does not recognize the device.

6 [INPUT 1 to 4 GAIN] knob

Adjusts the input signal level of the [MIC/HI-Z 1/2] jacks and [MIC/LINE 3/4] jacks.

7 [+48V] switch

Turns the phantom power on and off. When you turn this switch on, phantom power will be supplied to the XLR jack connected to the [MIC/LINE 1/2] jacks. Turn this switch on when using a phantom powered condenser microphone.

8 [+48V] switch

Turns the phantom power on and off. When you turn this switch on, phantom power will be supplied to the XLR jack connected to the [MIC/LINE 3/4] jacks. Turn this switch on when using a phantom powered condenser microphone.

NOTICE

When using phantom power, observe the following to prevent noise and possible damage to UR44C or connected equipment.

• Do not connect or disconnect any devices while the phantom power switch is turned to ON.

• Set all output level controls to the minimum before turning the phantom power switch to ON or OFF.

• When connecting devices not requiring phantom power to the [MIC/HI-Z 1/2] and [MIC/LINE 3/4] jacks, make sure to turn the phantom power switch to OFF.

NOTE

When the phantom power switch is turned on and off, all inputs/ outputs will be muted for a few seconds.

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9 [PHONES] knob

Adjusts the output signal level of the [PHONES] jack.

) [PHONES 1/2 ] jacks

For connection to a set of stereo headphones. [PHONES 1] outputs the MIX 1 signals. [PHONES 2] outputs the MIX 1 or MIX 2 signals. To select the output signal of the [PHONES 2], refer to “Headphone Area” (page 11) in the section “dspMixFx UR-C” or the “Headphones Window” (page 14) in the section “Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series.”

What is MIX?

MIX refers to the stereo output signals which flow in the device. The input signals to the device flow to each MIX. Refer to the section “Signal Flow” (page 34).

! [OUTPUT] knob

Adjusts the output signal level of the [MAIN OUTPUT] jacks.

@ POWER indicator

Lights up when the power is turned on. The indicator flashes continuously If the power supply is not insufficient. In this case, use the included AC adaptor.

Panel Controls and Terminals

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Rear Panel

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Panel Controls and Terminals

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1 [POWER SOURCE] switch

For selecting the port for supplying power to the UR44C. To supply bus power via the [USB 3.0] port, set this switch to the [USB 3.0] side. To supply power via the [12V DC] port, set this switch to the [12V DC] side. Even if you set the power supply to [12V DC], the power to the UR44C will not come on unless it is connected to a computer or iOS devices by the [USB 3.0] port.

2 [USB 3.0] port

For connection to a computer or iOS device.

NOTICE

When connecting to a computer with a [USB 3.0] port, observe the following to prevent the computer from freezing or shutting down, as well as corruption or even loss of data.

• Before connecting/disconnecting the USB cable, be sure to observe the following points.

- Quit all open software applications on the computer.

- Set all output level controls to the minimum.

• Wait at least six seconds between connecting/ disconnecting the USB cable.

NOTE

Apple accessories may be required when connecting the UR44C with iOS devices. For details, refer to the UR44C Startup Guide.

7 [LINE OUTPUT 1L/1R/2L/2R] jacks

For connection to external devices with line level signals. These jacks can be connected to phone-type (balanced/ unbalanced) plugs. The [LINE OUTPUT1L/1R] jack outputs the MIX 1 signal and the [LINE OUTPUT 2L/2R] jack outputs the MIX 2 signal.

8 [LINE INPUT 5/6] jacks

For connection to digital instrument or a mixer. These jacks can be connected to phone-type (balanced/ unbalanced) plugs. You can select the input signal level of the [LINE INPUT 5/6] jacks between “+4 dBu” and “-10 dBV.” Select “+4 dBu” when connecting a professional audio device, and select “-10 dBV” when connecting a consumer device. The default initial setting is “-10 dBV.” To select the input signal level, use the “Setup Window” (page 12) in the section “dspMixFx URC” or the “Settings Window” (page 15) in the “Dedicated Windows for Cubase Series.”

3 DC IN [12V]

For connection to the AC power adaptor.

4 [MIDI OUT] jack

For connection to the MIDI IN jack of the MIDI device. Transmits MIDI signals from the computer.

5 [MIDI IN] jack

For connection to the MIDI OUT jack of the MIDI device. Receives and inputs MIDI signals to the computer.

NOTE

• Select [Steinberg UR44C-port1] for the MIDI port when using a MIDI jack with an iOS app. Please note that [Steinberg UR44Cport2] is not available.

• Do not activate dspMixFx when using a MIDI device. This may interfere with stable data transmission/reception.

6 [MAIN OUTPUT L/R] jacks

For connection to monitor speakers. These jacks can be connected to phone-type (balanced/unbalanced) plugs. This outputs the MIX 1 signals. To adjust the output signal level, use the [OUTPUT] knob on the front panel.

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Software

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Software

This section explains software operations for using the UR44C with a computer.

Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver

Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver is a software program that allows communication between the UR44C and a computer. In Control Panel, you can configure the basic settings for the audio driver (Windows) or confirm the audio driver information (Mac).

How to Open the Window

Windows

• From the start menu, select [Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver]  [Control Panel].

• From the Cubase series menu, select [Studio]  [Studio Setup]  [Yamaha Steinberg USB ASIO]  [Control Panel].

Click the upper tabs to select the desired window.

Mac

• Select [Application]  [Yamaha Steinberg USB Control Panel].

• From the Cubase series menu, select [Studio]  [Studio Setup]  [Steinberg UR44C (High Precision)]  [Control Panel]  [Open Config App].

1 Sample Rate

Lets you select the sample rate of the device.

Settings: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz,

192 kHz

NOTE

The available sample rates may differ depending on the particular DAW you’re using.

2 USB Mode

Lets you select the USB mode. The default setting is SuperSpeed (USB 3.1 Gen 1) mode.

Settings: SuperSpeed (USB 3.1 Gen 1), High-Speed (USB 2.0)

NOTE

If High-Speed (USB 2.0) mode is used, the data bandwidth will become narrower, but this will not affect the functionality of the UR44C. Other performance values such as latency will not change.

ASIO Window (Windows only)

For selecting the ASIO driver settings.

Steinberg UR44C Windows

These windows are for selecting the sample rate and the USB mode.

Windows

Mac

1 Device

Lets you select the device for use with the ASIO driver. This function is available when connecting two or more devices that are compatible with the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver to the computer.

2 Mode

Lets you select the latency mode.

Settings: Low Latency, Standard, Stable

Sample Rate Descriptions

Low Latency Low latency mode. High-performance

computer is required.

Standard Standard latency mode.

Stable High latency mode. This prioritizes

stability for low-performance computer and high-load projects.

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3 Buffer Size

Lets you select the buffer size for the ASIO driver. The range varies depending on the specified sample rate. The lower the value of the ASIO buffer size, the lower the value of audio latency.

Sample Rate Range

44.1 kHz / 48 kHz 32 Samples - 2048 Samples

88.2 kHz / 96 kHz 64 Samples - 4096 Samples

176.4 kHz / 192 kHz 128 Samples - 8192 Samples

4 Input Latency/Output Latency

Indicates the latency (delay time) for the audio input and output in millisecond units.

About Window

Indicates the version and copyright information of the audio driver.

How to Select the Buffer Size (Mac)

You can select the buffer size in the settings window for each application (DAW software, etc.).

From the Cubase series menu, select [Studio]  [Studio Setup], then click [Control Panel] in [Steinberg UR44C] or [Steinberg UR44C (High Precision)] in the menu on the left side of the window.

The method for opening the settings window is different for each application.

Using with 32-bit Integer processing (Mac)

[Steinberg UR44C] or [Steinberg UR44C (High Precision)] is shown in the [ASIO Driver] setting on the Cubase series program. Select [Steinberg UR44C (High Precision)] when processing at 32-bit integer resolutions between Cubase and the driver.

How to Select the Sample Rate (Mac)

You can select the sample rate in the [Audio MIDI Setup] window. Select the sample rate from the [Applications]  [Utilities]  [Audio MIDI Setup]  [Format] menu.

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Software

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dspMixFx UR-C

This software is for operating the convenient built-in DSP mixer and DSP effects. The DSP mixer allows you to mix up to six input channels down to one stereo output. A number of DSP effects for processing the input signals are also provided, and since the processing/mixing is hardware-based, there is no monitoring latency.

Screenshot

How to Open the Window

Windows

[All Programs] or [All apps]  [Steinberg UR44C]  [dspMixFx UR-C]

Mac

[Application]  [dspMixFx UR-C]

Tool Area

This is the area for configuring the overall common settings of dspMixFx UR-C.

1 Quit

Quits dspMixFx UR-C.

2 Minimize

Minimizes the dspMixFx UR-C window.

3 File

Provides four different menus for various settings.

Menu Descriptions

Open Opens the settings file of dspMixFx

UR-C.

Save Saves the settings file of dspMixFx UR-

C to a computer.

Import Scene Imports a scene from the settings file of

dspMixFx UR-C. Select the desired settings file of dspMixFx UR-C and import the desired scene on the left side of the [IMPORT SCENE] window. The window appears after the file is selected in the file selection dialog. Select the destination for importing on the right side of the window. Click [OK] to import it.

Initialize All Scenes Initialize all the saved scenes.

4 Scene

Indicates the scene name. You can change the scene name by clicking on it. Clicking the button on the right opens the window for calling up other scenes. Call up the desired scene by clicking it. To cancel calling up the scene, click outside of the window.

5 Store

Opens the Scene Store window. Enter the desired scene name into the STORE NAME field. Select the destination for storing the scene in the No. NAME field. Click [OK] to store the scene.

6 Selecting windows

Selects the desired dspMixFx UR-C window. The selected window icon lights in red.

Menu Description

Main window

Setup window

Information window

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Channel Area (page 9) MIX Area (page 11)

DAW Area (page 10)

Master Area (page 11)

REV-X Area (page 10)

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Main Window

This window is for configuring the entire signal flow.

3 +48V

Indicates the on/off status of the phantom power function of the device.

4 High Pass Filter

Turns on (lit) and off (unlit) the high pass filter (not available on [LINE INPUT 5/6]). To select the cutoff frequency of the high pass filter, use the “Setup Window” (page 12) in the section “dspMixFx UR-C.”

5 Phase

Turns on (lit) and off (unlit) the phase inversion of the signal.

6 FX REC

Turn the FX REC (effect recording) on and off.

Settings Description

On (lit) Applies an effect to both the monitor

signal (sent to the device) and the recording signal (sent to the DAW software).

Off (unlit) Applies an effect to only the monitor

signal (sent to the device).

Channel Area

This is the area for configuring the input channel settings.

7 Effect On/Off

Turns the Effect on (lit) and off (unlit).

8 Effect Edit

Opens (lit) and closes (unlit) the selected effect setup window.

9 Effect Type

Selects the effect type

Options: NoEffect, Ch.Strip, Clean, Crunch, Lead, Drive

NOTE

The maximum number of Channel Strip and Guitar Amp Classics iterations which can be used simultaneously is limited. Refer to the “Limitations on the use of effects” (page 33).

) REV-X Send

Adjusts the signal level which is sent to REV-X.

Range: -∞ dB − +6.00 dB

! REV-X Send Value

Displays and adjusts the REV-X send value. Enable editing of the value by double clicking the number.

@ Pan

Adjusts the pan.

Range: L16 − C − R16

1 Channel Link

Turns on (lit) and off (unlit) the channel link function of two adjacent channels. When this is on, two mono channels will become one stereo channel.

2 Level Meter

Indicates the signal level.

# Pan Value

Displays and adjusts the Pan value. Enable editing of the value by double clicking the number.

$ Mute

Turns the mute function on (lit) and off (unlit).

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% Solo

Turns the solo function on (lit) and off (unlit).

^ Fader

Adjusts the signal level.

Range: -∞ dB − +6.00 dB

& Fader Value

Displays and adjusts the Fader value. Enable editing of the value by double clicking the number.

DAW Area

This is the area for configuring the DAW channel settings.

REV-X Area

This is the area for configuring the REV-X channel settings.

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1 Level Meter

Indicates the signal level.

2 Balance

Adjusts the volume balance of the left and right channels.

Range: L16 − C − R16

3 Balance Value

Displays and adjusts the Balance value. Enable editing of the value by double clicking the number.

4 Mute

Turns the mute function on (lit) and off (unlit).

5 Solo

Turns the solo function on (lit) and off (unlit).

6 Fader

Adjusts the signal level.

Range: -∞ dB − +6.00 dB

7 Fader Value

Displays and adjusts the Fader value. Enable editing of the value by double clicking the number.

1 Level Meter

Indicates the signal level.

2 REV-X Edit

Opens (lit) and closes (unlit) the “REV-X” ( window.

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3 REV-X Type

Selects the REV-X type.

Options: Hall, Room, Plate

4 REV-X Time

Adjusts the reverb time of REV-X. This parameter links to Room Size. The adjustable range varies depending on REV-X type.

REV-X Type Range

Hall 0.103 sec − 31.0 sec

Room 0.152 sec − 45.3 sec

Plate 0.176 sec − 52.0 sec

5 REV-X Time Value

Displays and adjusts the REV-X Time value. Enable editing of the value by double clicking the number.

6 REV-X Send

Indicates that REV-X Send is on (lit) and off (unlit). Either of MIX 1 or MIX 2 can be set to on.

7 REV-X Return Fader

Adjusts the return level of REV-X.

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Software

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UR44C

BGM

Deliver

8 REV-X Return Value

Displays and adjusts the REV-X Return value. Enable editing of the value by double clicking the number.

MASTER Area

This is the area for configuring the master channel settings.

3 Balance

Adjusts the volume balance of the left and right channels.

Range: L16 − C − R16

4 Balance Value

Displays and adjusts the Balance value. Enable editing of the value by double clicking the number.

5 Mute

Turn the mute function on (lit)/ off (unlit).

6 Master Fader

Adjusts the signal level.

Range: -∞ dB − +6.00 dB

7 Master Fader Value

Displays and adjusts the Master Fader value. Enable editing of the value by double clicking the number.

8 Headphones

Turns the two headphones output on (lit) or off (unlit). You can output the MIX selected in the MIX area to the PHONES by turning this on.

NOTE

With [PHONES 2], either MIX 1 or MIX 2 can be selected. [PHONES 1] is fixed to MIX 1 and cannot be changed.

1 Level Meter

Indicates the signal level.

2 Loop Back

Turns the Loopback function on (lit) and off (unlit). This can only be used with MIX1.

What is Loopback?

Loopback is a convenient function for broadcasting over the Internet. It mixes the input audio signals (such as microphone and guitar) with the audio signals playing back in the software in the computer into two channels in the UR44C, and sends them back to the computer. Refer to the section “Signal Flow” (page 34).

If the Loopback function is on while you are monitoring input signals from the UR44C via DAW software, it will cause loud noise. This is because an infinite loop of the audio signal is generated between the UR44C and the DAW software. When using the loopback function, turn off the monitor functions on your DAW software.

MIX Area

This is the area for selecting the MIX you want to configure.

You can copy the Main window settings of the MIX by dragging and dropping.

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Meter Window

This window is for showing the meter at the top of the Main window.

1 Level Meter

Indicates the signal level. Peak hold is normally set to on.

Display color Description

Green Up to -18dB

Yellow Up to 0dB

Red CLIP

Setup Window

This window is for configuring the common settings of the device.

3 HPF Setting

Selects the cutoff frequency of the high pass filter (not available on [LINE INPUT 5/6]).

Options: 120 Hz, 100 Hz, 80 Hz, 60 Hz, 40 Hz

4 Line Input Level

Selects the input signal level of [LINE INPUT 5/6].

Options: +4 dBu, -10 dBV

5 Zoom

Changes the window size.

Options: 100%, 150%, 200%, 250%, 300%

6 Knob Mode

Selects the method of operating the knobs on dspMixFx UR-C.

Settings Description

Circular Drag in a circular motion to increase and

decrease the parameter. Drag on a dial clockwise to increase, and counterclockwise to decrease. If you click any point on the knob, the parameter will jump there instantly.

Linear Drag in a linear motion to increase and

decrease the parameter. Drag upward or rightward to increase, and downward or leftward to decrease. Even if you click any point on the knob, the parameter will not jump there.

7 Slider Mode

Selects the method of operating the sliders and faders on dspMixFx UR-C.

Settings Description

Jump Click any point on the slider and fader to

increase and decrease the parameter. If you click any point on the slider and fader, the parameter will jump there instantly.

Touch Drag the handle of the slider and fader to

increase and decrease the parameter. Even if you click any point on the slider and fader, the parameter will not jump there.

1 Device

Selects the device when simultaneously connecting one or more devices that are capable with dspMixFx.

2 Device Settings

Opens the Control Panel.

8 About

Indicates the version of the firmware and software.

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Main features

Contents

Panel Controls and Terminals

Front Panel

Rear Panel

Software

Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver

dspMixFx UR-C