Steinberg UR-RT4 USB Audio Interface with Rupert Neve Designs Transformers

The UR-RT series features switchable Rupert Neve Designs (RND) transformers on the front inputs, adding exceptional musicality, expressiveness and rich harmonics for the most professional sound. The name Rupert Neve is inextricably linked with outstanding quality and the inclusion of RND transformers delivers legendary, high-end studio sound from real hardware, a landmark development for mobile audio interfaces.

The premium converters used in the UR-RT-series deliver great audio quality, thanks to a maximum sampling rate of 192 kHz with 24-bit resolution. High-quality conversion is a crucial first step for any audio production and, with the UR-RT interfaces, Steinberg’s designers researched the best combination of components for optimized analog to digital conversion.

UR-RT interfaces feature high speed USB 2.0, which provides fast, reliable and seamless connectivity to Mac and PC computers, iPads and iPhones. Together with the enhanced low latency of our SSP2 chip and the latest drivers, the UR-RT series gives you peace of mind wherever you are recording.

The robust metal casing and exceptional build quality of UR-RT interfaces make them rugged enough to withstand all the rigors of the road. Whether you are location recording or just moving your gear from one place to another, you don't need to worry about the risk of damage to your interface.

The built-in DSP of UR-RT interfaces provide zero-latency monitoring with effects for every DAW, including straightforward control of all routings and settings. Powered by Yamaha’s custom-designed SSP2 DSP chip, our dspMixFx technology brings many benefits, including latency-free monitoring, the highly acclaimed REV-X reverb, the Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip and Guitar Amp Classics for users of any DAW.

The UR-RT series features Yamaha’s highly acclaimed D-PRE preamps, offering recording quality unmatched in this price class. D-PRE preamps deliver beautifully transparent and detailed sound, with remarkably detailed high end, rich low frequencies and exceptional dynamic response. Praised by industry professionals and media alike, D-PRE is a very special, class-leading preamp.

Our UR-RT interfaces are compatible with all major audio software that supports the ASIO, Core Audio or WDM standard, providing a fully-integrated, DSP-based monitoring setup wherever you are and with whichever DAW you use. Integrating seamlessly with Cubase and almost any other DAW, UR-RT interfaces deliver latency-free monitoring with DSP-powered FX, via the onboard SSP2 DSP chip and latest dspMixFx technology.

All UR-RT audio interfaces are equipped with a MIDI I/O port to connect any MIDI device, making them extremely flexible for studio recording. With many studios and musicians still using MIDI input devices, classic sound modules, samplers and more, the MIDI I/O on the UR-RT series means you can combine high-quality audio interface technology with any MIDI device to make your sound just as you want it.

The Loopback function of the UR-RT interfaces offers an easy way to stream performances live to the Internet. Often used by hosts of live online broadcasts, when the function is active, incoming audio signals to the UR-RT (such as microphone, guitar or line source) are merged with the signal coming from audio playback software like Cubase or another DAW inside the computer.

You can combine UR-RT units with an audio application like Steinberg’s Cubasis for iPhone and iPad, giving you a fully mobile audio recording solution. All UR-RT interfaces automatically switch to Class Compliant (CC) mode when connected to an iOS device, providing an effortlessly intuitive, ultra-portable production experience.

Based on Steinberg’s award-winning advanced music production system Cubase Pro, Cubase AI is a powerful, one-stop music software solution for studio-quality recording. Combining audio and MIDI recording, editing, mixing and scoring in a single, integrated software package, Cubase AI is the perfect entry into the world of computer-based music production.

The UR-RT seamless integration with iPhone and iPad is enhanced by the inclusion of Cubasis LE, for creating professional audio productions in the most portable, convenient way possible. Featuring the same look and feel of its bigger brother Cubasis, Cubasis LE is especially designed for quick and easy operation, making recording, editing and mixing a breeze, and opening up a new world of possibilities for your creativity.

Thanks to the built-in DSP chip and inclusion of dspMixFx technology, the UR-RT interfaces provide zero-latency monitoring with effects for every DAW, with straightforward control of all routings and settings. Powered by Yamaha’s custom-designed SSP2 DSP chip, dspMixFx offers latency-free monitoring, together with the highly acclaimed REV-X reverb, the Sweet Spot Morphing Channel Strip and Guitar Amp Classics for users of any DAW.

Optimized for clean tones, this amp effectively simulates the tight brilliance of transistor amplifiers. Also featuring built-in chorus and vibrato, the tonal character of this model provides an ideal sonic foundation for recording with multi-effects.

This is the amp type to use when you want lightly overdriven crunch tones. It simulates the type of vintage tube amplifiers that are favored for classic blues, rock, soul, R’n’B and similar styles.

The DRIVE amp type provides a selection of distortion sounds that simulate the tonal character of high-gain tube amplifiers. From mildly overdriven crunch to heavy distortion suitable for hard rock, heavy metal, or hardcore styles, this model offers a wide range of sonic opportunities.

This amp type simulates a high gain tube amp that is rich in overtones. Ideally suited to playing lead guitar lines that will fit well within an ensemble mix, it can also be set up for crisp accompaniment tones, making it a very versatile emulation.