Universal Audio Volt 1 Gen 2 USB 2-in / 2-out Audio Interface

Pro Audio Sound - The Universal Audio Volt 1 Gen 2 USB 2-in / 2-out Audio Interface

Volt 1 is a next-generation mobile USB audio interface with onboard Tone Shaping Preamp, giving singer-songwriters and content creators the sound of a pro studio from the moment they hit "record." Built by the same team behind legendary Apollo interfaces, Volt 1 makes recording effortless on Mac, Windows, iPad, or iPhone, with hands-on controls, an award-winning suite of UAD plug-ins, and the LUNA Digital Audio Workstation.

• 2-in / 2-out USB audio interface with professional 32-bit / 192 kHz audio conversion
• Tone Shaping Preamp with 60 dB gain and three character modes — Warmth, Focus, and Shine — for the sound of classic analog mic preamps
• Mic / line input and front-panel Hi-Z instrument input for recording your voice and guitar at the same time
• Studio-quality headphone output for clear, confident monitoring
• Works with the UAD Console app and LUNA Digital Audio Workstation
• Built-in loopback for podcasting, streaming, and content creation
• 48V phantom power 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

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 Best-in-Class 32-Bit Converters

When you capture that perfect take, Volt’s 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 1 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.

Turn Anywhere you Go into a Studio

Volt 1 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.

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 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.

SPECIFICATIONS

I/O

• Simultaneous I/O: 2-in / 2-out
• Microphone Preamp: One, 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; one USB External Power input port — requires 5VDC @ 1A minimum
• USB Connectors: USB Type-C
• 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): 2.4W typical, 3.6W maximum
• On / Off Switch: None

Analog I/O - Instrument Input 1

• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.03 dB
• Dynamic Range (A-Weighted): 116 dB
• THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS): -101 dB (0.0009%)
• Maximum Input Level: 12.5 dBu
• Input Impedance: 1 Megohm
• Available Gain: 60 dB
• Connector Type: ¼” TS unbalanced

Microphone Input 2

• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.1 dB
• Dynamic Range (A-Weighted): 119 dB
• THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS): -108 dB (0.0004%)
• Maximum Input Level: 14.5 dBu
• Input Impedance: 2 Kilohms
• Available Gain: 60 dB
• Phantom Power: +48V (switchable)
• Connector Type: XLR Combo Jack, pin 2 positive

Line Input 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: 60 dB
• Connector Type: ¼” Combo Jack TRS balanced or TS unbalanced

Monitor Outputs

• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.04 dB
• Dynamic Range (A-Weighted): 122 dB
• THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS): -111 dB (0.0003%)
• Maximum Output Level: 20.2 dBu
• Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
• Connector Type: ¼” TRS balanced (DC coupled)

Headphone Output

• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.1 dB
• Dynamic Range (A-Weighted): 121 dB
• THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS into 300Ω): -108 dB (0.0004%)
• Maximum Output Power Into 32Ω: 52 mW
• Maximum Output Power Into 300Ω: 27 mW
• Connector Type: ¼” TRS stereo unbalanced (DC coupled)

Included Free UAD Software

• 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
• Melodyne Essential by Celemony
• Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Bundle by Plugin Alliance, including Ampeg SVT-VR Classic, bx_Tuner, and 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

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

System Requirements - iPad & iPhone

• iPadOS / iOS 16 or newer

DAW Compatibility

• All major DAWs, including Ableton Live, FL Studio, GarageBand, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, and more

Manufacturer: Universal Audio
Model: VOLT1G2
SKU: I944645-N-10-WHXX

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