# \#hardware

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## [UR824 voice chat choppy (MacOS 27 Golden Gate)](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/ur824-voice-chat-choppy-macos-27-golden-gate/1045850)

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**Author:** [@fakedirector](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/fakedirector)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 11, 2026, 1:22am UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/ur824-voice-chat-choppy-macos-27-golden-gate/1045850 "2026-11-11T01:22:19Z")

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I’m on the newest USB Driver version (V4.1.10) on MacOS 27 Golden Gate the interface works fine in my DAW but when I try to do voice calls with Whatsapp, Telegram, Discord etc my voice would become choppy on the other…

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## [UR22mkII – Audio distortion with Steinberg Driver 2.1.9 (Fixed by downgrading to 2.1.7)](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/ur22mkii-audio-distortion-with-steinberg-driver-2-1-9-fixed-by-downgrading-to-2-1-7/1045495)

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**Author:** [@void](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/void)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 11:27pm UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/ur22mkii-audio-distortion-with-steinberg-driver-2-1-9-fixed-by-downgrading-to-2-1-7/1045495 "2026-11-07T23:27:50Z")

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Hello, I recently ran into an audio issue with my UR22mkII on Windows 11 26H2 while using Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver 2.1.9. After some time, the audio would start crackling and become heavily distorted, affecting all …

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## [CMC-FD on Cubase 15](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/cmc-fd-on-cubase-15/1014754)

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**Author:** [@theRoyal1](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/theRoyal1)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 7:22am UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/cmc-fd-on-cubase-15/1014754 "2026-11-07T07:22:11Z")

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So far the only CMC I can’t use in C15 are the FD. They are detected but cannot be added in the Remote Devices (legacy). I’m on C15 demo and maybe it’s a sw glitch?

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## [Steinberg MIDEX 8 driver for macOS Sequoia / Tahoe – in development](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/steinberg-midex-8-driver-for-macos-sequoia-tahoe-in-development/1040189)

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**Author:** [@Tinsken](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/Tinsken)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [November 6, 2026, 7:42pm UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/steinberg-midex-8-driver-for-macos-sequoia-tahoe-in-development/1040189 "2026-11-06T19:42:51Z")

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Hi everyone, I’m currently working on a new solution to bring the Steinberg MIDEX 8 back to modern Macs, specifically Apple Silicon systems running macOS Sequoia and Tahoe. The project is already at a functional develo…

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## [Yamaha USB-MIDI Driver is blocked during installation on Windows 11](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/yamaha-usb-midi-driver-is-blocked-during-installation-on-windows-11/1037147)

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**Author:** [@Ed\_Doll](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/Ed_Doll)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 28, 2026, 8:53pm UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/yamaha-usb-midi-driver-is-blocked-during-installation-on-windows-11/1037147 "2026-10-28T20:53:20Z")

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The Yamaha USB-MIDI Driver (V3.1.4 or earlier) will be blocked during installation on Windows 11 with the April 2026 security update installed. Please download and install the Yamaha USB-MIDI Driver V3.1.5 to address th…

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## [CMC - Yamaha USB-MIDI Driver is blocked during installation on Windows 11](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/cmc-yamaha-usb-midi-driver-is-blocked-during-installation-on-windows-11/1037148)

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**Author:** [@Ed\_Doll](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/Ed_Doll)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [October 17, 2026, 5:25pm UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/cmc-yamaha-usb-midi-driver-is-blocked-during-installation-on-windows-11/1037148 "2026-10-17T17:25:57Z")

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The Yamaha USB-MIDI Driver (V3.1.4 or earlier) will be blocked during installation on Windows 11 with the April 2026 security update installed. Please download and install the Yamaha USB-MIDI Driver V3.1.5 to address th…

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## [Midex 3/8 on Windows 11 -- IT'S ALIVE!](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/midex-3-8-on-windows-11-its-alive/1030514)

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**Author:** [@MrSoundman](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/MrSoundman)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 7:13pm UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/midex-3-8-on-windows-11-its-alive/1030514 "2026-10-05T19:13:51Z")

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To my astonishment, I plugged in a Midex 3 and Windows 11 25H2 automatically downloaded and installed the driver. I did not manually install any driver for the Midex 3. I have tested it fully and will do the same wi…

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## [Public beta for Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver for macOS](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/public-beta-for-yamaha-steinberg-usb-driver-for-macos/844066)

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**Author:** [@Ed\_Doll](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/Ed_Doll)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [September 17, 2026, 6:51pm UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/public-beta-for-yamaha-steinberg-usb-driver-for-macos/844066 "2026-09-17T18:51:24Z")

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Hello everyone, Please find the download and the additional details in the announcement topic.

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## [TOOLS for AXR4T/U V3.1.0 released](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/tools-for-axr4t-u-v3-1-0-released/1037145)

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**Author:** [@Ed\_Doll](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/Ed_Doll)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 20, 2026, 11:51am UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/tools-for-axr4t-u-v3-1-0-released/1037145 "2026-08-20T11:51:57Z")

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Yamaha has released the TOOLS for AXR4T/U V3.1.0 for both Windows and macOS. With this release, the remaining compatibility tests for macOS 26 concluded, and compatibility has been verified for customers using Intel-bas…

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## [Cannot install current Yamaha TOOLS for UR-C / URX-C V4.0.0 for Windows 11/10 (64-bit)](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/cannot-install-current-yamaha-tools-for-ur-c-urx-c-v4-0-0-for-windows-11-10-64-bit/1028606)

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**Author:** [@davidbaumert](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/davidbaumert)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 9, 2026, 11:05am UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/cannot-install-current-yamaha-tools-for-ur-c-urx-c-v4-0-0-for-windows-11-10-64-bit/1028606 "2026-08-09T11:05:11Z")

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I am trying and failing to install drivers for my UR816C on a fresh and fully updated Windows 11 machine and would appreciate any advice. When I run the “Install\_TOOLS\_for\_UR-C.exe" application, I get to the “Select Com…

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## [Widows Driver policy with Steinberg CMC hardware](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/widows-driver-policy-with-steinberg-cmc-hardware/1033676)

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**Author:** [@Martyprod](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/Martyprod)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 17, 2026, 1:56pm UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/widows-driver-policy-with-steinberg-cmc-hardware/1033676 "2026-07-17T13:56:17Z")

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Hello, I’m using from time to time Steinberg CMC controllers (Ai, etc…). this morning, i plug it one and get a windows driver policy alert, forbidding to use the driver and so the unit… :frowning: what can/ must i do pl…

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## [TOOLS for UR-C/URX-C V4.1.0 released](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/tools-for-ur-c-urx-c-v4-1-0-released/1037146)

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**Author:** [@Ed\_Doll](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/Ed_Doll)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [July 17, 2026, 12:27pm UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/tools-for-ur-c-urx-c-v4-1-0-released/1037146 "2026-07-17T12:27:29Z")

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Yamaha has released the TOOLS for UR-C/URX-C V4.1.0 for both Windows and macOS. With this release, the remaining compatibility tests for macOS 26 concluded, and compatibility has been verified for customers using Intel-…

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## [Weird Fuzzy/distorted/crakling sound from UR22mkII](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/weird-fuzzy-distorted-crakling-sound-from-ur22mkii/1026909)

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**Author:** [@dimother2002](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/dimother2002)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 26, 2026, 3:32am UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/weird-fuzzy-distorted-crakling-sound-from-ur22mkii/1026909 "2026-05-26T03:32:24Z")

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Hello, I work as an audiovisual technician at a school. We recently purchased two Steinberg UR22mkII audio interfaces for project work and P.A. system calibration. Both units initially worked perfectly with any Windows …

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## [UR 22 Driver Update Needed for Sequoia 15.7.4 (Mac)?](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/ur-22-driver-update-needed-for-sequoia-15-7-4-mac/1030291)

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**Author:** [@kevinraymcintosh](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/kevinraymcintosh)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 25, 2026, 3:15pm UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/ur-22-driver-update-needed-for-sequoia-15-7-4-mac/1030291 "2026-04-25T15:15:51Z")

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Will Steinberg update the driver for the UR22 for Mac Sequoia 15.7.4 and later? It appears it has been a few years since latest driver update for this and I’m getting messages from the Mac OS that it will no longer be co…

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## [CC121 stopped working](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/cc121-stopped-working/1030097)

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**Author:** [@isdjan](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/isdjan)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 20, 2026, 4:00pm UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/cc121-stopped-working/1030097 "2026-04-20T16:00:40Z")

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Hi all, my PC installed KB5083769 and KB5082417 and after reboot, my CC121 stopped working. It marks with a yellow “!” in the device manager and it keeps connecting and disconnecting. I know the driver is close to anti…

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## [Updated from Sequoia 15.5 to 15.6 and now my UR 824 won't work](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/updated-from-sequoia-15-5-to-15-6-and-now-my-ur-824-wont-work/1002734)

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**Author:** [@FunkyMunky](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/FunkyMunky)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [February 20, 2026, 2:26am UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/updated-from-sequoia-15-5-to-15-6-and-now-my-ur-824-wont-work/1002734 "2026-02-20T02:26:06Z")

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As soon as the update completed, the UR 824 has disappeared. And everytime I try to re-install a fresh driver downloaded from the Steinberg site, I get a dialogue box that says “Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver V3.1.7.pkg” is…

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## [Cubase 14 Crash when Drag & Dropping Audio into Padshop 2](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/cubase-14-crash-when-drag-dropping-audio-into-padshop-2/1021849)

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**Author:** [@Ricardo\_Sobreira](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/Ricardo_Sobreira)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 26, 2026, 6:40pm UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/cubase-14-crash-when-drag-dropping-audio-into-padshop-2/1021849 "2026-01-26T18:40:38Z")

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Hi, everyone :waving\_hand: I am experiencing a consistent crash in Cubase Pro 14.0.41 when trying to import audio into Padshop 2 via drag and drop. What I do: I record a MIDI part and use “Render In Place” to create …

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## [Frequent audio output disconnection while using UR44C with Nuendo 14 running Mac OS Sequioa 15.7.3](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/frequent-audio-output-disconnection-while-using-ur44c-with-nuendo-14-running-mac-os-sequioa-15-7-3/1021468)

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**Author:** [@amal\_thesoundguy](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/amal_thesoundguy)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 21, 2026, 8:01am UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/frequent-audio-output-disconnection-while-using-ur44c-with-nuendo-14-running-mac-os-sequioa-15-7-3/1021468 "2026-01-21T08:01:47Z")

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Hi, I have been using Steinberg UR-44C audio interface for few years now. Recently, I upgraded my late 2014 iMac 5K with the new Mac Studio M4 Max running Nuendo 14. I came across an issue which is pretty annoying. The …

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## [Audio only recieved in left channel earphones at clients VST Connect Performer](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/audio-only-recieved-in-left-channel-earphones-at-clients-vst-connect-performer/908912)

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**Author:** [@musiktokig](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/musiktokig)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [December 9, 2025, 2:38pm UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/audio-only-recieved-in-left-channel-earphones-at-clients-vst-connect-performer/908912 "2025-12-09T14:38:20Z")

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Hi all creative people out there, I´ve tried to establish a solid connection to a client living in another country with the help of VST connect Pro 5.6 (full version) (and the client with VST connect Performer 5.6.) We …

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## [Ur22 mk3](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/ur22-mk3/1016622)

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**Author:** [@ho.chii2055](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/ho.chii2055)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [December 1, 2025, 8:37am UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/ur22-mk3/1016622 "2025-12-01T08:37:40Z")

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So I just bought the Yamaha UR22 MK3 (IXO22) and I’m having an issue with the dspmixfx UR-C tool app. Tried reinstalling firmware multiple times and the software does not recognize the interface. Got the latest drive an…

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## [How to route signals from different tracks (in softw) to different outputs on UR44C audio interface](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/how-to-route-signals-from-different-tracks-in-softw-to-different-outputs-on-ur44c-audio-interface/1013101)

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**Author:** [@oks.chepurnovaa](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/oks.chepurnovaa)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 2, 2025, 4:50pm UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/how-to-route-signals-from-different-tracks-in-softw-to-different-outputs-on-ur44c-audio-interface/1013101 "2025-11-02T16:50:51Z")

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I’m performing on stage with musicians: 2 guitarists, a bassist, a drummer, and vocal. Each musician needs to output their instrument to their own speaker or headphones. I’m looking for an app that allows me to output di…

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## [dspMixFx Remote Bridge not compatible with macOS 15](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/dspmixfx-remote-bridge-not-compatible-with-macos-15/977856)

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**Author:** [@Sonoramente](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/Sonoramente)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 24, 2025, 5:13pm UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/dspmixfx-remote-bridge-not-compatible-with-macos-15/977856 "2025-10-24T17:13:41Z")

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I believe that Steinberg is false advertising the UR-C Audio Interface line of products by irresponsibly NOT supporting the current macOS 15 Sequoia for use with iOS versions of DspMixFx (an integral software part of the…

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## [UR44C No signal on DAW input only for Mix 2 (FW 3.20)](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/ur44c-no-signal-on-daw-input-only-for-mix-2-fw-3-20/1011930)

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**Author:** [@lawatunnel](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/lawatunnel)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 20, 2025, 8:03pm UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/ur44c-no-signal-on-daw-input-only-for-mix-2-fw-3-20/1011930 "2025-10-20T20:03:17Z")

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Hello, I recently acquired a UR44C interface and now I’m facing a problem: When sending audio from Windows to the WASAPI “DAW input” (PC return 1) no signal is present in Mix 2 - and only this input only in Mix 2. Mix …

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## [Driver error when camera is visible in OBS scene Steinberg UR12](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/driver-error-when-camera-is-visible-in-obs-scene-steinberg-ur12/1008353)

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**Author:** [@Marahell](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/Marahell)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 13, 2025, 1:50am UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/driver-error-when-camera-is-visible-in-obs-scene-steinberg-ur12/1008353 "2025-09-13T01:50:31Z")

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Hello everyone. I’m having an issue with my Steinberg UR12 audio interface and Audio-Technica AT2020 microphone, and I’m hoping someone here might have some insight. In OBS Studio, the microphone signal only comes throug…

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## [How to use the switches on an UR22 mkII to switch between MIC, LINE, and HI-Z](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/how-to-use-the-switches-on-an-ur22-mkii-to-switch-between-mic-line-and-hi-z/1006846)

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**Author:** [@Daniel\_Page](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/Daniel_Page)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 3, 2025, 8:23am UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/how-to-use-the-switches-on-an-ur22-mkii-to-switch-between-mic-line-and-hi-z/1006846 "2025-09-03T08:23:06Z")

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Hello, and thank you for your help. The Grok AI tells me that to connect my Roland FA-08 keyboard and use Roland sounds on the UR22 mkII, I need to use TRS cables and that I need to move the mode selectors on the UR22 mk…

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## [Confirmation on Using Mix 2 for External Hardware Inserts in Cubase](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/confirmation-on-using-mix-2-for-external-hardware-inserts-in-cubase/1005044)

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**Author:** [@Ray\_Sr](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/Ray_Sr)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 16, 2025, 5:38am UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/confirmation-on-using-mix-2-for-external-hardware-inserts-in-cubase/1005044 "2025-08-16T05:38:03Z")

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I own 3 UR824 chained and I’m trying to confirm the correct way to use my outboard compressor as an insert effect for mixing in Cubase. My intended setup is: \* DAW output assigned to Out 3/4 on the UR824 \* Out 3/4 to …

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## [DAW Out 17–24 in dspMixFx and Cubase with UR824 Cascade Setup](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/daw-out-17-24-in-dspmixfx-and-cubase-with-ur824-cascade-setup/999926)

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**Author:** [@Ray\_Sr](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/Ray_Sr)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2025, 8:51am UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/daw-out-17-24-in-dspmixfx-and-cubase-with-ur824-cascade-setup/999926 "2025-07-13T08:51:22Z")

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Hello, I’m currently running a cascaded setup with three Steinberg UR824 interfaces, connected via ADAT, and using Cubase 14 on the latest version of the Yamaha Steinberg USB driver and dspMixFx. My hardware setup give…

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## [UR22mkii stopped working when I switched to a new mac with M2 chip (Sequoia OS)](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/ur22mkii-stopped-working-when-i-switched-to-a-new-mac-with-m2-chip-sequoia-os/998937)

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**Author:** [@cem\_ucan](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/cem_ucan)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [July 6, 2025, 10:06pm UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/ur22mkii-stopped-working-when-i-switched-to-a-new-mac-with-m2-chip-sequoia-os/998937 "2025-07-06T22:06:48Z")

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Hi all, I’m a long time UR22mkii user with a Mac. Recently, I switched to a new Mac and my UR22mkii stopped working. I’ve checked Yamaha’s Compatibility website and it says UR22mkii is supported for Seqouia. I couldn’…

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## [Product safety recall for PA-300C AC adaptor (Steinberg UR824)](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/product-safety-recall-for-pa-300c-ac-adaptor-steinberg-ur824/995680)

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**Author:** [@Ed\_Doll](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/Ed_Doll)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2025, 5:46am UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/product-safety-recall-for-pa-300c-ac-adaptor-steinberg-ur824/995680 "2025-06-24T05:46:53Z")

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YAMAHA Music Europe GmbH recalls the PA-300C AC adaptor, also used by the Steinberg UR824 audio interface. This recall is limited to PA-300C AC power adaptor manufactured from July 2010 through May 2012. Please visit th…

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## [Product safety recall for PA-300C AC adaptor (Steinberg UR824)](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/product-safety-recall-for-pa-300c-ac-adaptor-steinberg-ur824/995679)

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**Author:** [@Ed\_Doll](https://forums.steinberg.net/u/Ed_Doll)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 16, 2025, 1:40pm UTC](https://forums.steinberg.net/t/product-safety-recall-for-pa-300c-ac-adaptor-steinberg-ur824/995679 "2025-06-16T13:40:48Z")

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\[English\] YAMAHA Music Europe GmbH recalls the PA-300C AC adaptor, also used by the Steinberg UR824 audio interface. This recall is limited to PA-300C AC power adaptor manufactured from July 2010 through May 2012. Plea…

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