Universal Audio Volt 2 Gen 2

The Universal Audio Volt 2 Gen 2 is a USB audio interface with two inputs, four outputs, 32-bit/192 kHz conversion, two Tone Shaping Preamps, dedicated Hi-Z instrument inputs, a full-colour Smart Display, Auto-Gain, Clip Protection and USB bus power for recording on Mac, Windows, iPad and iPhone.

Classic Volt Character with Expanded Recording Control

The Volt 2 Gen 2 combines Volt’s accessible recording workflow and analogue-inspired preamp character with three tone-shaping modes, detailed visual monitoring and automatic level management. Developed by the team behind Universal Audio’s Apollo interfaces, it supports vocal, instrument and stereo recording alongside podcasting, livestreaming and music production.

Two Tone Shaping Preamps 

Two microphone preamps provide up to 60 dB of digitally controlled gain. Warmth, Focus and Shine modes introduce tonal characteristics associated with tube, solid-state and British Class-A preamps, allowing engineers to shape a source during recording.

The two mic/line inputs accommodate microphones and line-level equipment, while dedicated front-panel Hi-Z inputs accept guitars and basses directly. Two simultaneous input channels support a vocal and instrument performance, a pair of microphones or a stereo source. Independent 48V phantom power allows each microphone channel to supply a condenser microphone separately.

32-bit/192 kHz Conversion and Flexible Monitoring

Volt 2 Gen 2 supports 32-bit conversion at sample rates from 44.1 to 192 kHz. The microphone and line inputs offer 119 dB A-weighted dynamic range, while the instrument inputs deliver 116 dB, supporting detailed capture across different source types.

A stereo pair of balanced ¼-inch TRS monitor outputs delivers 126 dB A-weighted dynamic range and a maximum output level of 20.2 dBu. A separate ¼-inch stereo headphone output provides one cue mix. These monitor and headphone paths account for the interface’s four output channels.

Full-colour Smart Display

The Smart Display presents input selection, signal levels and settings in full colour. Clear visual feedback helps engineers check recording levels and adjust the interface quickly during setup and tracking.

Auto-Gain and Clip Protection

Auto-Gain sets recording levels in seconds, reducing manual gain adjustment before a take. Clip Protection manages unexpected signal peaks to reduce the risk of clipping when a performance becomes louder. Together, these functions help maintain usable recording levels during sessions.

UAD Console and LUNA Integration

Integration with the UAD Console app and LUNA supports session recall and low-latency cue mixes. Session recall helps restore recording configurations, while cue mixes provide performers with practical monitoring during tracking.

The included LUNA Digital Audio Workstation supplies an environment for recording, editing, mixing and mastering, with tools that support an analogue-inspired production workflow.

Loopback for Podcasts and Livestreams

Built-in loopback combines live input signals with computer audio. This allows content creators to incorporate microphones, instruments and playback sources into podcasts, livestreams and video calls through the same interface.

USB Power and Mobile Recording

USB bus power supports recording without a separate power supply when the connected device provides sufficient power. A second USB-C port accepts external 5V DC power at a minimum of 1A when the setup requires it. Typical power consumption measures 3.4W, rising to a maximum of 4.9W.

Both USB connections use Type-C connectors, and the host connection operates over USB 2.0. Rugged construction supports regular transport between recording locations.

Included UAD Plug-ins and Production Software

The UAD Volt Studio Bundle combines LUNA with vocal processing, compression, equalisation, ambience, tape effects, instruments and guitar amplification. Topline Vocal Tune handles vocal tuning; the UA 610 Tube Preamp & EQ Collection and Century Tube Channel Strip provide preamp, EQ and channel processing; and the Teletronix LA-2A Tube Compressor and UA 1176 Classic FET Compressor offer complementary compression options.

Pure Plate Reverb and Galaxy Tape Echo add space and delay, while Oxide Tape Recorder and Vibe Analog Machines introduce analogue-inspired texture. PolyMAX Synth and Anthem Analog Synth expand the instrument selection, and the UAD Lion ’68 Super Lead Amp and UAD Showtime ’64 Tube Amp provide guitar amp tones.

Additional software includes Celemony Melodyne Essential, the Plugin Alliance Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Bundle with bx_Tuner and bx_Masterdesk_Classic, UJAM Virtual Drummer DEEP, UJAM Virtual Bassist DANDY, Splice INSTRUMENT and UVI Prisma – Producer Lab. The package also includes three months of FL Studio Producer Edition and access to exclusive Puremix audio education content. Software bundles may change without notice.

System Requirements and DAW Compatibility

Volt 2 Gen 2 supports Windows 10 64-bit or newer, macOS 12 Monterey or newer, and iOS or iPadOS 16 or newer. Computer systems require an available USB 2.0 or higher port and an Intel, AMD or Apple silicon processor. The package includes a USB cable, and software downloads require an internet connection.

Class-compliant operation supports straightforward connection on compatible Apple devices. Windows systems use the ASIO driver available through UA Connect. Lightning-equipped iPhones and iPads require an Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter, and bus-power requirements vary with the connected device.

DAW compatibility includes Ableton Live, FL Studio, GarageBand, Logic Pro, Pro Tools and other major recording applications. Volt 2 Gen 2 provides analogue connectivity and USB audio, with no MIDI or digital optical connections.

Why Choose the Universal Audio Volt 2 Gen 2?

• Capture vocals and instruments together through two simultaneous recording channels.

• Shape recording tone at the input with three analogue-inspired preamp modes.

• Spend less time adjusting levels with Auto-Gain and Clip Protection.

• Check levels and settings quickly on the full-colour Smart Display.

• Move between desktop and mobile recording setups with flexible USB power.

• Combine live sources and computer playback for podcasts and livestreams.

• Build complete productions with the included DAW, effects, instruments and educational content.

• Two-input, four-output USB 2.0 audio interface with USB-C connectivity
• 32-bit audio conversion at 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192 kHz.
• Two Tone Shaping Preamps with up to 60 dB of digitally controlled gain.
• Warmth, Focus and Shine modes with tube, solid-state and British Class-A tonal characterist
• Two mic/line combo inputs and two dedicated front-panel Hi-Z instrument inputs across two recording channels.
• Independent 48V phantom power for each microphone channel.
• Full-colour Smart Display for input selection, levels and settings.
• Auto-Gain for automatic recording-level setup.
• Clip Protection to manage unexpected signal peaks.
• Stereo balanced ¼-inch TRS monitor outputs.
• Separate ¼-inch stereo headphone output with one cue mix.
• 119 dB A-weighted dynamic range on microphone and line inputs.
• 116 dB A-weighted dynamic range on instrument inputs.
• 126 dB A-weighted dynamic range on monitor outputs.
• UAD Console and LUNA integration with session recall and low-latency cue mixes.
• Built-in loopback for combining live inputs with computer audio.
• USB bus power, subject to connected-device requirements.
• Separate USB-C external power input requiring at least 5V DC at 1A.
• Rugged construction for portable recording.
• Compatibility with Windows 10 64-bit or newer, macOS 12 or newer, and iOS/iPadOS 16 or newer.
• Windows ASIO driver available through UA Connect.
• Support for major DAWs, including Ableton Live, FL Studio, GarageBand, Logic Pro and Pro Tools.
• Included USB cable.
• Included LUNA DAW and UAD vocal processing, preamp, EQ, compressor, reverb, delay, tape, synth and guitar amp software.
• Additional software from Celemony, Plugin Alliance, UJAM, Splice and UVI.
• Three months of FL Studio Producer Edition and access to exclusive Puremix educational content.
• Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter requirement for Lightning-equipped iPhones and iPads.
• No MIDI or digital optical connections.

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