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Harbinger VARI 500 Series Studio Monitors | Demo and Overview with Patrick O'Connor

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The Volt 1 desktop audio interface delivers superior studio sound quality to fuel your creative passion. Built by the team behind the game-changing Apollo interface, Volt 1 provides more character and tone than any USB interface in its class. Bundled with Harbinger VARI Studio monitors, specially equipped to make sure your mix translates across different systems, and you have a production setup ready to bring your musical ideas to life.

Capture a Classic Vocal Sound With Vintage Mic Preamp Model

The rich, full sound of vintage Universal Audio 610 tube preamps made analog recording history, used on countless classic albums. Volt 1 gives you this highly sought-after warmth, thanks to built-in tube emulation circuitry that recreates the vintage magic. When you want to capture an inspired vocal take or dial in the perfect guitar tone, Volt 1 preamps add that analog sound missing from so many sterile recordings today.

Craft Mixes That Translate With DSP Monitor Voicings

To make sure your mixes translate perfectly across different listening setups, the included Harbinger VARI nearfield monitors feature a Perfect Mix DSP engine with switchable voicings that enable you to check for compatibility with every size of system. You can choose between the SM505 that features a 5" driver or the SM508 that features an 8" driver either of which make a great choice for your studio, or anywhere you need to produce great audio. With Bluetooth connectivity allowing wireless mix referencing from your phone or tablet, these compact monitors provide both accuracy and versatility.

Built Like a Tank for Years of Production

The Volt 1 has an industrial design that enhances your creative space with timeless analog style. This bundle includes everything you need to start recording in one durable package: rugged Livewire interconnect cables and sturdy Proline monitor stand, plus software tools for music production, virtual instruments and effects processing.

For home recordists, Volt 1 and VARI Studio monitors provide a straightforward desktop production setup with exceptional audio quality. Just add your favorite mic and instrument and you'll be ready to make your best sounding recordings ever.

Universal Audio Volt 1 With Harbinger Studio Monitor Pair, Stands & Cables SM508
Universal Audio Volt 1 With Harbinger Studio Monitor Pair, Stands & Cables SM508
Universal Audio Volt 1 With Harbinger Studio Monitor Pair, Stands & Cables SM508

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  • Volt 1 USB audio interface
  • Bundled with Harbinger VARI studio monitors
  • Includes cables and monitor stands
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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Antimony oxide (Antimony trioxide), Cadmium and Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, and Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), Cadmium and Lead, which are known to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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Volt 1 USB Audio Interface Audio Quality
  • Max bit depth: 24-bit
  • Max sampling rate: 192kHz
Inputs
  • Total inputs: 1
  • Mic preamps: 1
Outputs
  • Total outputs: 2
  • Other Connectivity
  • Connections: USB 2.0
  • MIDI I/O: Yes
  • Headphone output(s): 1
Onboard Features
  • Computer platform: Mac, PC, iOS
  • Phantom power: Yes
  • Direct monitoring: Yes
  • Monitor control: Yes
  • Headphone control: Yes
Audio
  • Analog or digital: Analog/digital
  • Connectivity: USB, 1/4", XLR
Included accessories
  • Power supply: Yes
  • Cable: USB-C to USB-A cable included
  • Stand: No
Other
  • Rackmountable: No
  • Included software: Yes
  • Minimum System Requirements
  • Mac requirements: OS X 10.14 Mojave or later
  • Windows requirements: Windows 10 64-bit edition or later
  • 64-bit compatible: Yes
SM508 8" Monitors
  • Speaker type: 2-way bi-amp powered studio monitor
  • Frequency range: 36Hz–20kHz
  • Low-Frequency Adjust: -2dB/0dB/+2dB @ 150Hz
  • High-Frequency Adjust: -2dB/0dB/+2dB @ 3.1KHz
  • Low-Frequency Driver: 5" cone (4 ohm)
  • High-Frequency Driver: 1" dome (4 ohm)
  • Crossover Frequency: 2.2kHz
  • Output power: 166W RMS (66W LF + 100W HF)
  • Volume knob: Stepped Attenuator
  • I/O connectors: XLR/1/4” TRS Combination (+4dBu balanced), 1/4” TS (-10dBV unbalanced), RCA (-10dBV unbalanced)
  • Shape: Front-ported bass-reflex type enclosure
  • Cabinet material: MDF
  • Dimensions (WxHxD): 10.32” x 15.75” x 11.42”, 262 mm x 400 mm x 290 mm
  • Weight: 8.4kg (18.5 lb.)

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One year parts and labor warranty on all U.A. products and Kind of Loud products.

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