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Universal Audio

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The Universal Audio Volt 2 recording studio audio interface brings professional-quality results to your home setup. Designed for musicians looking to capture studio-quality recordings, this 2-in/2-out USB audio interface comes equipped with high-quality preamps and AD/DA converters to capture every nuance of your performance. Its vintage-style preamps and tone shaping tools provide the rich, full sound of classic analog gear so you can achieve the warmth and character of your favorite records.

Experience Classic Preamp Sound

The Volt 2 gives you simple 2-in/2-out audio connections to plug in your mics, guitars, synths and more. Press the Vintage button to engage the vintage preamp mode and experience the renowned sound of Universal Audio's 610 tube preamp, used to record legends like Ray Charles and Van Halen. With up to 55dB of available gain, you'll have no trouble capturing a variety of sound sources with clarity and detail. The Volt 2 provides 48V phantom power for condenser mics as well as an instrument input for direct recording of basses, guitars and more.

High-Resolution Audio Conversion

At the heart of the Volt 2 are professional-grade AD/DA converters to capture your performance with up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution. From the subtle resonance of an acoustic guitar to the thunderous low end of a bass amp, the Volt 2 delivers studio-quality sound so you can hear every nuance of your recordings. A high-powered headphone amp provides zero-latency monitoring while recording so you can listen to your takes in real time.

Included Production Software

The Volt 2 comes with a curated bundle of music production tools to compose, record, edit and mix your songs. It includes the LUNA recording system, UAD plug-ins like the Pultec Passive EQ and LA-2A compressor as well as virtual instruments like PolyMAX synth and Century Tube Channel strip. Third-party offerings include Ableton Live Lite, Melodyne Essential pitch correction and virtual amps and instruments from Softube, UJAM and Plugin Alliance. With this comprehensive suite of pro-level audio tools, you'll have everything you need to create like the pros.

Rugged and Portable

Featuring an all-metal chassis and retro-inspired design, the Volt 2 is built to withstand the rigors of studio and stage use for years to come. It's compact, bus-powered and class compliant so you can take it anywhere without needing an external power supply. Use the included USB-C to USB-A cable to connect to your Mac, PC, iPad or iPhone and start recording wherever inspiration strikes. For home and portable recording with professional sound, the Universal Audio Volt 2 is a versatile, powerful solution.

Universal Audio Volt 2 USB Recording Studio Audio Interface
Universal Audio Volt 2 USB Recording Studio Audio Interface
Universal Audio Volt 2 USB Recording Studio Audio Interface

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Features
  • Desktop 2-in/2-out USB audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192kHz audio conversion for Mac, PC, iPad and iPhone
  • Vintage Mic Preamp mode lets you record voice or guitar with the rich, full sound of a classic UA tube preamp
  • Essential suite of audio and music software, including Ableton, Melodyne, UJAM’s Virtual Drummer, Marshall, Ampeg and more
  • Studio-quality headphone amplifier for loud, clear monitoring
  • USB bus powered to reduce cable clutter
  • 48V phantom power for condenser microphones
  • Direct Monitoring for latency-free recording
  • Stylish, rugged construction built to withstand years of use
  • 1-in/1-out MIDI connections
  • USB-C to USB-A cable included
Included Software
  • Ableton Live Lite
  • Softube Marshall Plexi Classic Amp
  • Softube Time & Tone Bundle
  • Celemony Melodyne Essential
  • Relab LX480 Essentials
  • Plugin Alliance Ampeg SVT-VR Classic
  • Brainworx bx_tuner
  • Brainworx bx_masterdesk Classic
  • UJAM Virtual Drummer DEEP
  • UJAM Virtual Bassist DANDY
  • Spitfire Audio LABS

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Audio Quality
  • Max bit depth: 24-bit
  • Max sampling rate: 192kHz
Inputs
  • Total inputs: 2
  • Mic preamps: 2
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
  • Rack-mountable: 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
Included UA Software
  • LUNA Digital Audio Workstation
  • PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth
  • Century Tube Channel Strip
  • Pultec Passive EQ Collection
  • Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler Collection
  • Galaxy Tape Echo
  • Pure Plate Reverb
  • Oxide Tape Recorder
  • Verve Analog Machines Essentials
Included 3rd-Party Software
  • Marshall Plexi Classic Amp Bundle by Softube
  • Ableton Live Lite
  • Melodyne Essential by Celemony
  • Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Bundle by Plugin Alliance
  • LX480 Essentials by Relab Development
  • Virtual Drummer DEEP by UJAM
  • Virtual Bassist DANDY by UJAM
  • LABS by Spitfire Audio

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

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