VOLT 2
Built for singer/songwriters, keyboardists, and podcasters, this 2-channel recording interface for Mac/PC and iPad/iPhone delivers 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion, a selectable Vintage mic preamp mode, and a suite of industry-leading software.
Product Highlights
- Desktop 2-in/2-out USB 2.0 audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion for Mac, PC, iPad, and iPhone
- Vintage Mic Preamp mode for recording voice or guitar with the rich, full sound of a classic UA tube preamp
- Included software bundle features titles from Ableton, Melodyne, Virtual Drummer, Marshall, Ampeg, and more
- Studio-quality headphone amplifier for loud, clear monitoring
- Mic, line, and instrument inputs
- 48V phantom power for condenser microphones
- Direct Monitoring for latency-free recording
- Stylish, rugged construction built to withstand years of use
- 1-in/1-out MIDI connections
- USB-C to USB-A cable included
- Overview
- Tech Specs
Collaborate with Best-in-Class Audio Quality
From the team that brought you the game‑changing Apollo interface, Volt 2 delivers superior studio sound quality, with more character and tone than any USB interface in its class.
Capture Classic Vocals with Vintage Mic Preamp Mode
Few sounds can compare to a vintage Universal Audio 610 tube preamp, as used to record everyone from Ray Charles to Van Halen. Volt 2 gives you the rich, full sound of this classic UA mic/line/instrument preamp, thanks to its built-in tube emulation circuitry, a UA exclusive.
Easy In, Easy Out
Volt 2 gives you simple 2-in/2-out audio connections. Just plug your mics or instruments into the front panel. Then connect your speakers or headphones to monitor your audio with no latency. With Volt, you’ll be creating like a pro, fast.
iPad & iPhone Ready
Traveling light? Plug Volt 2 into your iPad or iPhone, and you can easily create beats and samples, record your band’s rehearsals, and edit songs anywhere.
Capture Inspiration for Years to ComeFeaturing rugged all-metal construction and sleek, vintage-inspired industrial design, Volt 2 elevates your production space with impeccable style, built to last decades.
| Form Factor | Tabletop |
| Display | None |
| Channels of I/O | Analog 2 Inputs / 2 Outputs |
| Max Sample Rate/Resolution | 192 kHz / 24-Bit |
| Number of Mic Preamps | 2 |
| Input Level Adjustment | 2 x Knob |
| Expansion Slots | None |
| Signal Processing | |
| Pad | None |
| High-Pass Filter | None |
| Solo/Mute | None |
| Connectivity | |
| Analog Audio I/O | 2 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input (Front Panel) 2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Monitor Output 1 x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output (Front Panel) |
| Phantom Power | 48 V, Selectable On/Off |
| Digital Audio I/O | None |
| Host Connection / USB | 1 x USB Type-C (USB 2.0) |
| USB (Non-Host) | None |
| Sync I/O | None |
| Network I/O | None |
| MIDI I/O | 1 x DIN 5-Pin Input 1 x DIN 5-Pin Output |
| Wireless Connectivity | None |
| Digital Audio | |
| Sample Rates | Up to 192 kHz |
| Sample Rate Conversion | None |
| Bit Depths | 24-Bit |
| Latency | Zero-Latency Direct Monitoring |
| Sync Sources | Internal |
| Audio Storage & Playback | |
| Memory Card Slot | None |
| Compatibility | |
| OS Compatibility | macOS 10.14 or Later Windows 10 (64-Bit) iOS 14 or Later iPadOS 14 or Later |
| Included Software | Ableton Live Lite |
| Compatible Software (Not Included) | Any Core Audio (Mac) Compliant Software |
| Included Plug-Ins | Delay: Softube Tube Delay Dynamics: Softube Drawmer S73 Intelligent Master Processor Guitar & Bass: Softube Marshall Plexi Classic Amp Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Harmonic & Tape: Softube Saturation Knob Special Processing: Brainworx bx_masterdesk Classic Reverb & Room:Relab LX480 Essentials Softube TSAR-1R Reverb Tuning: Celemony Melodyne Essential Brainworx bx_tuner Virtual Instruments:UJAM Virtual Drummer DEEP UJAM Virtual Bassist DANDY Spitfire LABS |
| Processor Requirement | Mac: Intel Apple M1 PC: Intel AMD |
| Mobile Device Compatibility | iPad Pro iPad iPhone |
| Required Hardware | Available USB 2.0 Port USB Cable (Included) |
| Internet Connection | Required for Registration, Software/Driver Download |
| Power | |
| Power Requirements | AC/DC Power Adapter (Not Included) or USB Bus Power |
| AC/DC Power Adapter | 5 VDC (Not Included) |
| Physical | |
| Anti-Theft Features | Kensington Security Slot |
Included Software
Offering a powerful DAW, vintage guitar and bass amps, industry-leading virtual instruments, and much more, Volt gives you everything you need to start producing music, podcasts, and livestreams, right out of the box.
- Marshall Plexi Classic Amplifier
- Live 11 Lite
- Melodyne Essential
- Ampeg® SVT-VR Classic Bass Amp
- LX480 Essentials
- Virtual Drummer DEEP
- Virtual Bassist DANDY
- LABS
