Universal Audio Volt 2 Gen 2 is a professional 2-in / 4-out USB-C audio interface designed for musicians, producers, podcasters, livestreamers and content creators. It combines 32-bit / 192 kHz audio conversion with two digitally controlled Tone Shaping preamps offering Warmth, Focus and Shine character modes. A full-colour Smart Display, Auto-Gain, Clip Protection, independent phantom power and integration with UAD Console and LUNA provide a fast, dependable workflow for recording vocals, instruments, interviews and stereo sources in the studio or on the move.

Key features

• 2-in / 4-out USB-C audio interface
• Professional 32-bit / 192 kHz audio conversion
• Two XLR/TRS microphone and line inputs
• Two front-panel Hi-Z instrument inputs
• Two digitally controlled microphone preamps
• 60 dB of available gain per channel
• Three Tone Shaping modes on each preamp
• Warmth mode inspired by classic UA tube preamplification
• Focus mode for a punchy American solid-state character
• Shine mode inspired by open British Class-A preamps
• Full-colour Smart Display
• Auto-Gain for automatic recording-level setup
• Clip Protection guards against unexpected signal peaks
• Independently switchable +48 V phantom power per channel
• Stereo linking for matched two-channel operation
• Built-in loopback for streaming and podcasting
• Balanced studio-monitor outputs
• Dedicated 6.35 mm headphone output
• Integration with UAD Console and LUNA
• Low-latency cue mixing and session recall
• USB bus powered
• Compatible with Mac, Windows, iPad and iPhone
• Includes LUNA and a comprehensive UAD software collection

Overview

Included Content

• Universal Audio Volt 2 Gen 2
• USB connection cable
• LUNA Digital Audio Workstation
• UAD Volt Studio Bundle
• Additional software and educational content from Universal Audio partners

Included Software

• LUNA Free
• 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 and Vibe Analog Machines Essentials
• 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
• Virtual Drummer DEEP and Virtual Bassist DANDY by UJAM
• Splice INSTRUMENT
• Prisma – Producer Lab by UVI
• Three-month FL Studio Producer Edition access
• Exclusive Puremix educational content

Creative Tools

• Record two vocalists, two instruments or a vocalist and instrumentalist simultaneously, with each source captured on an independent track.
• Record acoustic instruments, pianos, ensembles and other sources in stereo using a matched pair of microphones and the interface’s stereo-link function.
• Use Auto-Gain to set suitable input levels automatically, allowing performers to begin recording without repeatedly adjusting gain controls.
• Enable Clip Protection to catch unexpected peaks before they produce digital distortion during energetic performances.
• View input selection, levels and operating settings clearly through the full-colour Smart Display.
• Select Warmth mode to add body and tube-inspired character to vocals, acoustic instruments and other sources.
• Use Focus mode for a tighter, more controlled solid-state character suited to rap vocals, guitars, basses and percussion.
• Choose Shine mode to add an open, airy British Class-A-inspired character to vocals and acoustic recordings.
• Assign a different Tone Shaping mode to each input, allowing a vocal and instrument to receive individually selected sonic characters during the same performance.
• Power condenser microphones independently on either input, allowing condenser and dynamic or ribbon microphones to be combined safely.
• Connect guitars and basses directly through the two 1 MΩ Hi-Z inputs without external DI boxes.
• Blend live inputs with music, game sound, remote guests or other computer audio using loopback for podcasts, livestreams and video calls.
• Create a low-latency headphone cue mix and recall interface settings through UAD Console and integrated LUNA sessions.
• Power the interface from a compatible computer for mobile recording, or use the separate USB-C power input when a phone or tablet cannot provide sufficient power.
• Produce and mix complete projects using the included LUNA workstation, UAD processors, instruments and guitar amplifier plug-ins.

Ideal For

• Singer-songwriters
• Vocal and instrumental duets
• Stereo microphone recording
• Guitarists and bassists
• Music producers
• Podcasts with two hosts
• Livestreamers
• Content creators
• Home and mobile studios
• Recording with laptops, iPads and iPhones
• Users seeking automatic gain setup, clip protection and multiple preamp characters