Universal Audio Volt 2 Gen 2 2-in/4-out USB Audio Interface

About: Universal Audio Volt 2 Gen 2 2-in/4-out USB Audio Interface

The Universal Audio Volt 2 is a next-generation mobile USB audio interface with onboard Tone Shaping Preamps and a Smart Display, giving music creators the sound of a pro studio with easy, hands-on control.

• 2-in / 4-out USB audio interface with professional 32-bit / 192 kHz audio conversion
• Two Tone Shaping Preamps with 60 dB gain and three character modes — Warmth, Focus, and Shine — for the sound of classic analog mic preamps
• Two mic / line inputs with two front-panel Hi-Z instrument inputs for recording your vocals and instruments together, or in stereo
• Full-color Smart Display for bright, at-a-glance visual feedback of inputs, levels, and settings
• Auto-Gain and Clip Protection for perfect recording levels, every time
• Full integration with the UAD Console app and LUNA, including session recall and low-latency cue mixes
• Built-in loopback for podcasting, streaming and content creation
• Independent 48V phantom power per channel for condenser microphones
• USB bus-powered and class-compliant for easy setup with Mac, Windows, iPad, and iPhone*
• Stylish, rugged construction built to withstand years of use

Built by the same team behind legendary Apollo interfaces, Volt 2 makes recording effortless. Get up and running on Mac, Windows, iPad, or iPhone in minutes. Set vocal, guitar, and stereo instrument levels perfectly with Auto-Gain. And when it’s time to mix, you get an award-winning suite of UAD plug-ins and the LUNA Digital Audio Workstation.

Our second generation of Volt USB audio interfaces give your recordings incredible studio tone right out of the box. Volt starts with pristine 32-bit audio conversion, then opens up a world of colorful UA sound with Tone Shaping preamps, Max dynamics processing, and a Smart Display that always shows you the way.

With Volt, you'll sound like an absolute legend, literally at the push of a button.

• Tone Shaping Preamps: Get the rich character of a record, not a demo.
• Full 32-Bit Audio: Hear your performance in incredible detail with legendary UA quality.
• Dual Mic & Instrument Inputs: Capture your vocals and instruments at the same time.
• Smart Display: Select channels and set levels fast, with bright visual feedback.
• Auto-Gain & Clip Protection: Never worry about signal peaks ruining your take again.
• Mobile Ready: Record anywhere with USB bus power — no external power supply needed.*
  • *Requires an Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (except iPhone / iPads with USB-C).
  • *Windows systems use the ASIO driver, available in the UA Connect app.
• Easy to Use: Quickly connect and record using your favorite music apps.
• Premium UAD Software: Get the same EQs, compressors, synths, and guitar amps used by the pros, plus the award-winning LUNA DAW.

Studio Sound at the Push of a Button

Home recordings and phone demos can sound thin and lifeless. Volt gives your recordings incredible tone right from the start. With three mic preamp modes — Warmth, Focus, and Shine — you can quickly add Tube, Solid State, and British Class‑A tone to everything you record.

Hear Every Detail with 32-Bit Converters

When you capture that perfect take, Volt’s best-in-class 32-bit / 192 kHz converters preserve every detail, exactly as it happened. And with loud, clear speaker and headphone outputs, you'll get the perfect monitoring levels, from your first take to your final mix.

Record Your Voice and Instrument Like a Pro

Volt 2 gives you studio-grade Mic / Line and Hi-Z Instrument inputs, letting you record your vocals and instruments at the same time. Its clean 48V phantom-powered mic input lets you connect your favorite studio condenser mic for high-quality recording.

See the Big Picture with Smart Display

Volt 2’s full-color Smart Display shows your inputs, levels, and settings in detail. So you spend less time setting up and more time creating.

Turn Anywhere You Go into a Studio

Volt 2 is bus-powered. That means you don’t need a power outlet or external power supply to make music. Or even a studio space. Just plug Volt into your computer, tablet, or phone, pull up a session and get to work.*

Get the Perfect Levels with Auto-Gain

Nothing’s worse than a great take wrecked by digital distortion. Volt's Auto-Gain sets your recording levels in seconds, and Clip Protection catches unexpected peaks. So you can focus on the performance instead of the meters.

Start Making Music in Minutes

When you’re inspired, every second counts. Thankfully, Volt is ready, willing, and USB class-compliant on Mac, Windows, iPad, and iPhone. No downloads or drivers. Works with any DAW. So you can be up and recording in minutes.*

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.

Ideal for Podcasts and Livestreams

Volt 2 Gen 2’s Loopback feature allows you to blend live sources with computer audio. So you can mix podcasts and livestreams in realtime. Or just level up your video calls. It’s the same way pro broadcasters work, built into every Volt.

• *Requires an Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (except iPhone / iPads with USB-C). Windows systems use the ASIO driver, available in the UA Connect app. Requirements for bus-power vary by model and device.

Included Volt Software (Subject to Change)

• UAD Volt Studio Bundle
  • LUNA Free
  • 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
  • Vibe Analog Machines Essentials
  • PolyMAX Synth
  • Anthem Analog Synth
  • UAD Lion '68 Super Lead Amp
  • UAD Showtime ’64 Tube Amp
• Additional Software
  • Melodyne Essential by Celemony
  • Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Bundle by Plugin Alliance (Includes Ampeg SVT-VR Classic, bx_Tuner, bx_Masterdesk_Classic)
  • Virtual Drummer DEEP by UJAM
  • Virtual Bassist DANDY by UJAM
  • Splice INSTRUMENT
  • Prisma - Producer Lab by UVI
  • FL Studio Producer Edition (3 months free)
  • Access to exclusive Puremix audio education content

Specifications

• I/O
  • Simultaneous I/O: 2-in / 4-out
  • Microphone Preamp: Two, 60 dB available gain with Tone Shaping
  • Monitor Outputs: One stereo
  • Headphone Output: One stereo (shared monitor mix)
  • USB:
    • ​One USB 2.0 host port (bus-power capable)
    • One USB 5VDC power port
  • Digital / Optical: None
  • MIDI: None
• A/D – D/A Conversion
  • Supported Sample Rates (kHz): 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192
  • Bit Depth: 32
• Power
  • USB Bus-Powered: Yes
  • Power Consumption (@ 5VDC): 3.4W typical, 4.9W maximum
  • On / Off Switch: None
• Analog I/O
  • Instrument Input 1-2
    • Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.02 dB
    • Dynamic Range (A–weighted): 116 dB
    • THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS): -108 dB (0.0004%)
    • Maximum Input Level: 13 dBu
    • Input Impedance: 1 Megohm
    • Available Gain: 60 dB
    • Connector Type: 1/4" TS unbalanced
  • Microphone Input 1-2
    • Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.08 dB
    • Dynamic Range (A–weighted): 119 dB
    • THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS): -110 dB (0.0003%)
    • Maximum Input Level: 14 dBu
    • Input Impedance: 2 Kilohms
    • Available Gain: 60 dB
    • Phantom Power: +48V (switchable per channel)
    • Connector Type: XLR Combo Jack, pin 2 positive
  • Line Input 1-2
    • Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.05 dB
    • Dynamic Range (A–weighted): 119 dB
    • THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS): -108 dB (0.0004%)
    • Maximum Input Level: 22 dBu
    • Input Impedance: 10 Kilohms
    • Available Gain (Digitally-controlled): 60 dB
    • Connector Type: 1/4" Combo Jack TRS balanced or TS unbalanced
  • Monitor Outputs
    • Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.05 dB
    • Dynamic Range (A–weighted): 126 dB
    • THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS): -112 dB (0.0003%)
    • Maximum Output Level: 20.2 dBu
    • Output Impedance: 200 Ohms
    • Connector Type: 1/4" TRS balanced (DC coupled)
  • Headphone Output
    • Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.08 dB
    • Dynamic Range (A–weighted): 116 dB
    • THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS into 300Ω): -103 dB (0.0007%)
    • Maximum Output Power into 32Ω: 45 mW
    • Maximum Output Power into 300Ω: 24 mW
    • Connector Type: 1/4" TRS stereo unbalanced (DC coupled)
• System Requirements
  • macOS & Windows
    • Available USB 2.0 (or higher) port
    • USB cable (included)
    • Intel, AMD, or Apple silicon processor
    • Windows 10 64-bit edition or newer
    • macOS 12 Monterey or newer
    • Internet connection for software downloads
  • iPad & iPhone
    • iPadOS / iOS 16 or newer
• DAW Compatibility
  • All major DAWs, including Ableton Live, FL Studio, GarageBand, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, and more
• Mechanical
  • Dimensions (WxDxH): 7.4 x 4.9 x 2 in (18.7 x 12.5 x 5.1 cm)
  • Weight: 1.3 lbs (0.6 kg)

What's in the Box

• Volt 2 Gen 2 USB audio interface
• One-meter USB cable (Type-C to Type-C)
• Important safety instructions
• End-user license agreement