General
The UR series by Steinberg has been expanded on with two audio interfaces, the UR-RT2 and the UR-RT4. The RT2 may be the smallest of the two, but its size doesn't mean it's only suitable for small-scale productions. On the contrary! The UR-RT2 is an impressive audio interface with all the connections a standard computer lacks for audio production such as MIDI, so you can connect old-school synthesizers for instance. It's also equipped with XLR/jack inputs with switchable phantom power and one with Hi-Z, extra jack inputs and a very good headphone socket.
Features of the Steinberg UR-RT2
What makes the Steinberg UR-RT2 so special? The secret lies in the high-end technology of Rupert Neve Designs, whose claim to fame are enormous (vintage) analogue mixing consoles that are only found in large-scale professional studios. The switchable Neve transformers on this UR-RT2's inputs are responsible for that unmistakable Neve effect, which is rich with musical harmonics. So you won't have to waste any time getting started, Steinberg have included a special entry-level version of Cubase with this audio interface. In short, you're getting a complete, compact product that offers nothing short of the very best!