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Universal Audio Volt 2 Gen 2 is a 2-in / 4-out USB audio interface with 32-bit / 192 kHz conversion, two Tone Shaping Preamps with 60 dB of gain each, two front-panel Hi-Z instrument inputs, a full colour Smart Display, and Assistive Auto-Gain with Clip Protection. It is USB bus powered and class compliant for Mac, Windows, iPad and iPhone, and it integrates fully with UAD Console and the LUNA digital audio workstation.
Two studio preamps and a display that shows you exactly what you are recording.
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.
Built by the same team behind the 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 is time to mix, you get an award winning suite of UAD plug-ins and the LUNA digital audio workstation.
Nothing is worse than a great take wrecked by digital distortion. Auto-Gain sets your recording levels in seconds and Clip Protection catches unexpected peaks, so you can watch the performance instead of the meters.
Volt 2 at a Glance
| Format | Desktop USB audio interface, bus powered |
| Simultaneous I/O | 2-in / 4-out |
| Mic preamps | Two, 60 dB available gain, digitally controlled, with Tone Shaping |
| Tone Shaping modes | Warmth, Focus, Shine |
| Conversion | 32-bit, up to 192 kHz |
| Instrument inputs | Two front-panel Hi-Z |
| Display | Full colour Smart Display |
| Level assistance | Assistive Auto-Gain with Clip Protection |
| Phantom power | Switchable +48V per channel |
| Headphone outputs | One stereo, one cue mix |
| Digital and MIDI I/O | None |
| Connection | USB Type-C, USB 2.0 class compliant |
| Software included | UAD Volt Studio Bundle and LUNA |
Who Is Volt 2 For?
Volt 2 is the sweet spot of the Gen 2 range. It suits singer songwriters and bedroom producers who record two sources at once, a vocal and a guitar, a stereo pedalboard, or two people talking. The Smart Display and Auto-Gain remove most of the setup work. Step up to Volt 4 Gen 2 if you need MIDI, ADAT or extra line I/O.
What Do the Tone Shaping Preamps Sound Like?
Every Volt preamp has a TONE button. Off is a clean preamp with 60 dB of transparent gain. Three further voicings colour the signal on the way in, drawn from the tube, solid state and British Class-A preamps in Universal Audio's own catalog, so the character lands on the recording rather than waiting for a plug-in.
US tube voicing. Thick, dark and warm.
US solid-state voicing. Mid-focused and tight.
British Class-A voicing. Balanced, with sparkle.
How Do Auto-Gain and Clip Protection Work?
Two assistive features handle the part of recording nobody enjoys. Auto-Gain listens to the source and sets the preamp for you. Clip Protection sits underneath and catches peaks you did not plan for. The Smart Display shows what is happening while you play, rather than after.
Listens to the source and sets preamp gain for you.
Catches unexpected peaks so a loud moment does not ruin the take.
Input and output metering, channel linking and settings at a glance.
What I/O Does Volt 2 Have?
| Instrument inputs 1-2 | 1/4 inch TS unbalanced, 1 Megohm, 60 dB available gain |
| Microphone inputs 1-2 | XLR combo jack, pin 2 positive, 2 Kilohms, +48V switchable per channel |
| Line inputs 1-2 | 1/4 inch combo jack, TRS balanced or TS unbalanced, 10 Kilohms |
| Monitor outputs | One stereo pair, 1/4 inch TRS balanced, DC coupled |
| Headphone output | One stereo, 1/4 inch TRS, DC coupled, one cue mix |
| USB | One USB 2.0 host port, one USB external power input, USB Type-C connectors |
| Digital / optical | None |
| MIDI | None |
What Software Comes with Volt 2?
Every Volt includes a curated set of UAD plug-ins and instruments, the same software used to make and mix records for decades, plus LUNA, Universal Audio's digital audio workstation with analog emulation and tools that shorten the setup work. Bundle contents are subject to change without notice.
| UAD Volt Studio Bundle | 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 |
| Additional software | Melodyne Essential by Celemony, Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Bundle by Plugin Alliance (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 for three months |
What Are the Full Volt 2 Specifications?
| Supported sample rates | 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192 kHz |
| Bit depth | 32 |
| Instrument input frequency response | 20 Hz to 20 kHz, plus or minus 0.02 dB |
| Instrument input dynamic range | 116 dB, A-weighted |
| Instrument input maximum level | 13 dBu |
| Microphone input dynamic range | 119 dB, A-weighted |
| Microphone input THD plus noise | -110 dB, 0.0003 percent at 1 kHz |
| Microphone input maximum level | 14 dBu |
| Line input maximum level | 22 dBu |
| Monitor output dynamic range | 126 dB, A-weighted |
| Monitor output maximum level | 20.2 dBu |
| Monitor output impedance | 200 Ohms |
| Headphone output dynamic range | 116 dB, A-weighted |
| Headphone output power | 45 mW into 32 Ohms, 24 mW into 300 Ohms |
| USB bus powered | Yes |
| Power consumption at 5VDC | 3.4W typical, 4.9W maximum |
| On / off switch | None |
What Do I Need to Run Volt 2?
| Mac | macOS 12 Monterey or newer, Intel or Apple silicon, available USB 2.0 or higher port |
| Windows | Windows 10 64-bit or newer, Intel or AMD processor, ASIO driver from the UA Connect app |
| iPad and iPhone | iPadOS or iOS 16 or newer |
| DAW compatibility | All major DAWs, including Ableton Live, FL Studio, GarageBand, Logic Pro and Pro Tools |
Lightning equipped iPhone and iPad models need an Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter. Devices with USB-C connect directly. Windows systems use the ASIO driver available in the UA Connect app. Bus power requirements vary by model and device.
Which Volt Is Right for You?
Six models share the same converters, the same 60 dB preamps and the same software. They differ in how many sources you record at once, whether the preamps also compress, and what you can plug into the back.
Why Universal Audio
Universal Audio has been building recording equipment since 1958, when Bill Putnam Sr. designed the 610 console and the 1176 limiter that are still the reference for the sound of a record. The modern company builds the Apollo interfaces, UAD plug-ins and the LUNA digital audio workstation. Volt takes the preamp voicings and dynamics algorithms from that catalog and puts them in a bus powered box that fits beside a laptop.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Auto-Gain do on Volt 2 Gen 2?
Assistive Auto-Gain listens to your source and sets the preamp gain for you in seconds, and Clip Protection catches unexpected peaks so a loud moment does not ruin the take. Both are controlled from the front panel, UAD Console or LUNA.
Does Volt 2 Gen 2 need a power supply?
No. Volt 2 is USB bus powered from your computer or device. There is a separate USB-C external power input if you need it, which requires 5VDC at 1A minimum. Bus power requirements vary by device.
Can I record two microphones at the same time?
Yes. Volt 2 has two mic / line inputs with independent switchable 48V phantom power, plus two front-panel Hi-Z instrument inputs, so you can track two mics, two instruments or one of each.
What software comes with Volt 2 Gen 2?
The UAD Volt Studio Bundle, including the LUNA digital audio workstation, Teletronix LA-2A, UA 1176, UA 610 preamp and EQ collection, Century Tube Channel Strip, Pure Plate Reverb, Galaxy Tape Echo, Oxide, Vibe Analog Machines, PolyMAX and Anthem synths, plus Lion '68 and Showtime '64 amps. Additional third party software is also included. Bundle contents are subject to change.
Is this a genuine Universal Audio product?
Yes. Victory is a veteran owned dealer in Miami and units ship new in original packaging.
Is Volt 2 covered by a warranty?
Yes. The unit carries the full Universal Audio manufacturer warranty. Register it with Universal Audio after purchase and keep your receipt.
Why Victory Musical Instruments
Victory Musical Instruments is a Miami pro audio and musical instrument dealer. We are an authorized retailer for Universal Audio, we hold manufacturer pricing on every line we carry, and we answer the phone. Call 844-687-4208 for system advice or a quote.