Universal Audio Volt 2 Max
€359,00
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Universal Audio Volt 2 Max
By Universal Audio
€359,00
Price excluding VAT: €296,69
Universal Audio Volt 2 Max is an expandable 10-in / 4-out USB-C audio interface combining professional 32-bit / 192 kHz conversion with two Tone Shaping preamps and onboard Max dynamics processing. Its three preamp character modes and six real-time compressor presets provide more than 18 tonal combinations for recording vocals, guitars, basses and other instruments. A full-colour Smart Display, Auto-Gain, Clip Protection, optical expansion, MIDI, dual headphone outputs and a built-in talkback microphone make it a versatile desktop and mobile recording system.
Key features
- Expandable 10-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 Tone Shaping preamps
- 60 dB of available gain per channel
- Warmth, Focus and Shine preamp character modes
- Onboard Max real-time dynamics processing
- Six source-specific compressor presets
- Compression inspired by classic 1176, LA-2A and VCA designs
- More than 18 Tone Shaping and compression combinations
- Full-colour Smart Display with gain-reduction metering
- Auto-Gain for automatic recording-level setup
- Clip Protection guards against unexpected peaks
- Independently switchable +48 V phantom power per channel
- ADAT optical input for up to eight additional channels
- Optical SPDIF input mode
- MIDI input and output
- Integrated USB hub for compatible peripherals
- Built-in talkback microphone
- 6.35 mm and 3.5 mm headphone outputs
- Built-in loopback for streaming and podcasting
- Integration with UAD Console and LUNA
- USB bus powered with optional external USB power
- Compatible with Mac, Windows, iPad and iPhone
Overview
| Product Type | Expandable USB-C Audio Interface with Onboard Processing |
| Maximum Simultaneous I/O | 10 Inputs / 4 Outputs |
| Maximum Audio Resolution | 32-Bit / 192 kHz |
| Supported Sample Rates | 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192 kHz |
| Microphone/Line Inputs | 2 × XLR/TRS Combo Inputs |
| Instrument Inputs | 2 × 6.35 mm TS Hi-Z Inputs |
| Microphone Preamps | 2 × Digitally Controlled Tone Shaping Preamps |
| Available Gain | 60 dB per Channel |
| Preamp Character Modes | Warmth, Focus and Shine |
| Dynamics Processing | Max Processing with 6 Compressor Presets |
| Automatic Level Control | Auto-Gain and Clip Protection |
| Phantom Power | +48 V, Independently Switchable per Channel |
| Microphone Input Dynamic Range | 119 dB, A-Weighted |
| Instrument Input Dynamic Range | 116 dB, A-Weighted |
| Instrument Input Impedance | 1 MΩ |
| Optical Input | ADAT or SPDIF |
| ADAT Input Channels | 8 at 44.1/48 kHz, 4 at 88.2/96 kHz, 2 at 176.4/192 kHz |
| SPDIF Input Channels | 2 at All Supported Sample Rates |
| Monitor Outputs | 2 × Balanced 6.35 mm TRS |
| Monitor Output Dynamic Range | 126 dB, A-Weighted |
| Maximum Monitor Output Level | +20.2 dBu |
| Headphone Outputs | 1 × 6.35 mm TRS and 1 × 3.5 mm TRS |
| Headphone Cue Mixes | 1 Shared Stereo Cue Mix |
| Maximum Headphone Power | 45 mW per Channel into 32 Ohms |
| Talkback | Integrated Microphone |
| MIDI | 3.5 mm TRS Type A MIDI In and MIDI Out |
| USB Hub | 1 × USB-C, 5 V DC / 0.5 A Maximum |
| Loopback | Integrated |
| Display | Full-Colour Smart Display with Gain-Reduction Metering |
| Control Software | UAD Console |
| Computer Connection | USB 2.0 via USB-C |
| External Power Input | USB-C, 5 V DC / 1 A Minimum |
| Compatibility | Windows, macOS, iPadOS and iOS |
| Power | USB Bus Power or External USB Power |
| Power Switch | Rear Panel |
| Power Consumption | 4.1 W Typical, 5.7 W Maximum |
Included Content
- Universal Audio Volt 2 Max
- 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 microphones, instruments or performers simultaneously through independent preamps with up to 60 dB of digitally controlled gain.
- Combine Warmth, Focus or Shine preamp character with one of six Max compressor presets to create more than 18 recording tones directly at the input.
- Use Warmth for tube-inspired body, Focus for controlled solid-state punch or Shine for an open British Class-A-inspired top end.
- Apply Max Processing while recording to control dynamics and add the character of classic FET, optical and VCA compressors without opening a software plug-in.
- Select source-specific compression settings for vocals, acoustic instruments, electric guitar and bass using simple hardware controls.
- Use Auto-Gain to establish suitable recording levels, then enable Clip Protection to guard against unexpected peaks.
- Monitor input levels, settings and compressor gain reduction through the full-colour Smart Display.
- Expand the interface with an ADAT-equipped preamp or converter to record up to ten microphone or line sources at standard sample rates.
- Switch the optical input to SPDIF mode for compatible digital instruments, preamps, media players and converters.
- Connect two pairs of headphones simultaneously during collaborative recording, with both listeners receiving the same cue mix.
- Communicate with performers through the built-in talkback microphone without entering the recording space.
- Connect MIDI keyboards, synthesizers, drum machines and controllers through the TRS MIDI input and output.
- Connect and power a compatible USB MIDI controller through the integrated USB-C hub.
- Blend microphones and instruments with computer audio through loopback for podcasts, livestreams, gameplay and remote interviews.
- Create low-latency cue mixes and recall interface settings through UAD Console and integrated LUNA sessions.
- Power the interface from a compatible computer for mobile sessions, or use external USB power when the connected device cannot provide enough current.
Ideal For
- Vocalists and singer-songwriters
- Guitarists and bassists
- Music producers
- Collaborative recording sessions
- Recording with onboard compression
- Multichannel ADAT expansion
- Electronic musicians and MIDI setups
- Podcasters and livestreamers
- Content creators
- Home and mobile studios
- Users seeking dual headphone monitoring and built-in talkback
- Users seeking preamp character, automatic gain control and real-time dynamics processing