Universal Audio Volt 2 USB Audio Interface

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Great for singer/songwriters and podcasters looking for upgraded audio quality, the Volt 2 interface includes a Vintage switch for added warmth and richness.

Overview

Built for singer/songwriters, keyboardists, and podcasters, the Universal Audio Volt 2 is a 2-in/2-out USB 2.0 recording interface for Mac/PC and iPad/iPhone that delivers 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion, a selectable Vintage mic preamp mode, and a suite of industry-leading software.

Best-In-Class Audio Quality: Create professional-sounding music productions, livestreams, and podcasts.

Built-In Vintage Mic Preamps & Tone Shaping: Easily add the rich, full sound of vintage UA mic preamps, plus analog compression in the '76 models.

Retro-Inspired Industrial Design: Build your desktop studio with a stylish interface built to withstand years of home and mobile recording.

Shape Your Songs with UAD Plug-Ins and LUNA

Every Volt includes over 15 UAD plug-ins and instruments — the same software used to create and mix countless hit records for decades. Plus you get LUNA, UA’s award-winning DAW with authentic “big studio” sound and smart tools designed to make recording easy.

Included UAD Volt Studio Bundle:
- LUNA Digital Audio Workstation
- Topline Vocal Tune
- UA 610 Tube Preamp & EQ Collection
- Century Tube Channel Strip
- Teletronix LA-2A Tube Compressor
- UA 1176 Classic FET Compressor
- Pure Plate Reverb
- Galaxy Tape Echo
- Oxide Tape Recorder
- Vibe Analog Machines
- PolyMAX Synth
- Anthem Analog Synth
- UAD Lion '68 Super Lead Amp
- UAD Showtime '64 Tube Amp

Included Additional Software:
- Melodyne Essential by Celemony
- Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Bundle by… read more Plugin Alliance (includes Ampeg SVT-VR Classic, bx_Tuner, bx_Masterdesk_Classic)
- Virtual Drummer DEEP by UJAM
- Virtual Bassist DANDY by UJAM
- Splice INSTRUMENT

Included UAD Volt Studio and third-party software bundles subject to change without notice.

Specs

- Interface Type: USB-C Audio Interface
- Connectivity: USB-C to USB-A cable (included), USB-C to USB-C cable compatible
- USB Standard: USB 2.0
- Bit Depth: 24-bit
- Sample Rate: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
- Analog Inputs: 2 x XLR/TRS combo inputs (mic/line/instrument)
- Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4" TRS monitor outputs, 1 x 1/4" TRS headphone output
- Microphone Preamps: 2 x Vintage Mic Preamp mode for rich, full sound of an iconic UA tube preamp
- Phantom Power: +48V switchable (shared between both inputs)
- Input Impedance: 3 kOhms (microphone inputs)
- Dynamic Range: 112 dB (A-weighted, microphone inputs), 111 dB (A-weighted, instrument inputs)
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.1 dB (microphone inputs), 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.05 dB (instrument inputs)
- THD+N: -103 dB (0.0007%) at 1 kHz @ -1 dBFS (microphone inputs), -84 dB (0.006%) at 1 kHz @ -1 dBFS (instrument inputs)
- EIN: -127 dBu (150 Ohms, A-weighted)
- Gain Range: 55 dB available gain
- MIDI I/O: 1 x MIDI In, 1 x MIDI Out (5-pin DIN)
- Power Source: USB bus powered or optional 5VDC external power
- Compatibility: macOS 10.14 Mojave or later, Windows 10 or later (64-bit), iOS/iPadOS 14+
- Latency: Direct monitoring for zero-latency recording