Universal Audio Volt 2 Max
The Volt 2 Max is a next-generation desktop USB audio interface featuring two Tone Shaping Preamps, a Smart Display with vibrant visual feedback, and Max dynamics processing that delivers professional studio sound in the most compact format. Built by the same team at Universal Audio behind the legendary Apollo interfaces, the Volt 2 Max provides studio-grade preamp character and classic compression at the push of a button. When its time to commit, you have access to a perfectly curated UAD plugin suite and the LUNA Digital Audio Workstation.
Key Features:
Two Tone Shaping Preamps with three harmonic characters — Warmth, Focus and Shine — for the sound of classic analog preamps
Max Processing: built-in real-time compression with six musical presets for voice, guitars and bass, based on classic LA-2A and 1176
Over 18 tone character combinations, blending Tone and Max, completely noise-free
Full 32-bit / 192 kHz audio for studio detail on every take
Two microphone/line inputs with front-panel Hi-Z inputs
Built-in talkback microphone for easy studio communication
Color Smart Display with gain-reduction metering and visual feedback
Auto-Gain and Clip Protection for perfect recording levels, every time
Independent +48V phantom power per channel for studio condenser microphones
Built-in Loopback for podcasting, streaming and video calls
USB bus power operation with no external power supply required
Included Software:
LUNA Digital Audio Workstation
Over 15 UAD plugins and virtual instruments, including Teletronix LA-2A, UA 1176 Classic FET Compressor and UA 610 Tube Preamp & EQ Collection
Additional third-party software: Melodyne Essential (Celemony), Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Bundle (Plugin Alliance), Virtual Drummer DEEP & Virtual Bassist DANDY (UJAM), Splice INSTRUMENT, Prisma - Producer Lab (UVI) and FL Studio Producer Edition (3 months free)
Technical Specifications:
Simultaneous I/O: 10-in / 4-out
Preamps: Two with Tone Shaping, Harmonic Saturation and Max Compression, up to 60 dB gain
Converters: 32-bit / up to 192 kHz
Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz
Digital Input: ADAT or S/PDIF optical, up to 8 channels
MIDI: In, Out — 3.5 TRS Mini-Jack (Type A) connector
Phantom Power: +48V, independent per channel
Display: Color Smart Display with gain-reduction metering
Power: USB bus-powered (4.1W typical, 5.7W maximum)
Connection: USB-C with built-in USB hub
Compatibility: Mac (macOS 12+), Windows 10 64-bit+, iPad/iPhone (iOS/iPadOS 16+)
