Hamamatsu, Japan – Yamaha announced that on October 9, 2025, it will rebrand the long-established UR series—previously offered under the Steinberg brand— under the Yamaha name and launch the “UR-MK3” series (UR12MK3, UR22MK3) and “URX-C” series (URX22C, URX44C). The UR-MK3 and URX-C inherit the proven features and reliability of the UR line, now delivered under the Yamaha brand to provide creators with trusted solutions for both music production and streaming.

The UR-MK3 serves as a compact, basic yet complete audio and software package—an ideal first step for first-timers and beginners. It comes bundled with Cubase AI music production software for easy multi-track recording and editing, Steinberg Plus for sound expansion and effects, and MixKey to simplify streaming applications. The interface features a high-quality UR mic preamp that supports 24-bit/192 kHz high-resolution recording. Designed with beginners in mind, it boasts a compact design for easy portability and simple, intuitive level adjustment controls, as well as front-panel monitor and mute options for user convenience. The UR-MK3 supports every step of the creative process such as capturing vocals and instruments, creating and enhancing tracks with the bundled Steinberg software, and broadcasting music performances in real time.

The URX-C offers a complete, intuitive solution for beginner-level musicians and music makers who require a high-quality recording and live streaming experience. It provides users a seamless workflow with comprehensive mixing capabilities powered by Yamaha's custom DSP. With easy effect and volume control via dspMixFx, even users with minimal audio engineering experience can produce high-quality recordings and streams from their first sessions. The interface is capable of delivering professional quality sound, capable of 32-bit/192 kHz high-resolution audio combined with Yamaha’s legendary D-PRE mic preamps for superior signal fidelity. Additionally, the URX-C’s intuitive virtual operation is coupled with a simplified physical architecture with independent headphones and master volume controls, dual headphone outputs for monitoring separate mixes, and integrated control with Elgato’s Stream Deck controller. Its seamless expansion of audio and mixing functions enables users to switch effortlessly between capturing, producing, and sharing their content, making it an ideal choice for both novice and intermediate users for a variety of production and streaming use cases.

“Yamaha has long aimed to support music creators at every stage, from those just starting their journey to professionals pursuing their craft.”, said Takatsuna Maeda, Senior General Manager of Creator & Consumer Audio Division. “The UR-MK3 and URX-C embody our commitment to delivering high sound quality and reliability, grounded in our expertise in audio signal processing, DSP technology, and user-focused design.

With these products, we want to give creators the confidence to capture, produce, and share their music seamlessly, so that their ideas can be transformed into works that truly reflect their individuality.”