Sound like a record from the first take.
Features
- Tone Shaping Preamp. Get the rich character of a record, not a demo.
- Full 32-Bit Audio. Hear your performance in incredible detail with legendary UA quality.
- Mic & Instrument Inputs. Capture your vocals and instruments at the same time.
- Mobile Ready. Record anywhere with USB bus power — no external power supply required.*
- Easy to Use. Quickly connect and record using your favorite music apps.
- Premium UAD Software. Get the same EQs, compressors, synths, and guitar amps used by the pros, plus the award-winning LUNA DAW.
Details
- 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
ncluded Volt Software (Subject to Change)
UAD Volt Studio Bundle
- 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
- Vibe Analog Machines Essentials
- 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 (Includes Ampeg 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 (3 months free)
- Access to exclusive Puremix audio education content
2-in / 2-out
Tone-Shaping Preamp
Full 32-Bit Audio
Premium UAD Software
Mobile Ready
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 32-Bit Converters
When you capture that perfect take, Volt’s best-in-class 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.
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.*
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.*
Shape Your Songs with UAD Plug-Ins and LUNA
Ideal for Podcasts and Livestreams
*Requires an Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (except iPhone / iPads with USB-C). Windows systems use the ASIO driver, available in the UA Connect app. Requirements for bus-power vary by model and device.
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 Type-C connectors
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
1/4" 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
1/4" 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
1/4" 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
1/4" TRS stereo unbalanced (DC coupled)
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
iPad & iPhone
iPadOS / iOS 16 or newer
DAW Compatibility
All major DAWs, including Ableton Live, FL Studio, GarageBand, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, and more
The software package is broken down into the following categories:
Universal Audio DAW & Utilities
• LUNA Digital Audio Workstation: UA's full-featured, award-winning recording software designed for seamless integration and a "big studio" analog sound.
• UA Connect & UAD Console: Desktop applications used to manage your interface registration, update firmware, and manage routing / drivers.
Included UAD Plugins & Instruments (15+)
Every Volt Gen 2 includes a collection of UA's legendary native compressors, effects, and virtual instruments:
• Teletronix LA-2A Tube Compressor
• 1176 Classic FET Compressor
• Pure Plate Reverb
• Galaxy Tape Echo
• Showtime '64 Tube Amp
• UAD Lion '68 Super Lead Amp
• Century Tube Channel Strip
• PolyMAX Synth
Third-Party Software & Partner Bundles
Universal Audio partners with several major software developers to give you a complete out-of-the-box production kit:
• Celemony: Melodyne Essential (industry-standard pitch and timing correction).
• Plugin Alliance (Ampeg Bass Bundle): Includes the Ampeg SVT-VR Classic, bx_Tuner, and bx_Masterdesk_Classic.
• UJAM: Virtual Drummer DEEP and Virtual Bassist DANDY.
• UVI: Prisma - Producer Lab and Splice instrument integration.
• Image-Line: FL Studio Producer Edition (3-month free trial).
Note: To claim and download this software bundle, you must download the UA Connect App on your PC or Mac, connect your device, and register it to your UA account. Bundled software is only redeemable upon the initial registration of a brand-new unit and cannot be transferred if the device is resold used.
Are you planning to use the Volt 1 Gen 2 on a Mac, Windows PC, or iOS device? I can give you instructions on setting up your specific operating system or help you get started with LUNA.
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