Universal Audio Audio VOLT 1 Audio Interface

Unlock legendary studio sound for your home recordings with the Universal Audio Volt 1, the essential audio interface for singers, songwriters, guitarists, and podcasters. Designed by the creators of the iconic Apollo interfaces, the Volt 1 delivers superior audio quality with a timeless character, making it easier than ever to capture your creative moments with professional polish. Whether you´re recording on a Mac, PC, iPad, or iPhone, the Volt 1 provides the tools and tone you need to produce release-ready tracks.

The core of the Volt 1 is its ability to deliver classic analog tone. Engage the exclusive Vintage Mic Preamp mode to imbue your vocals and instruments with the rich, full character of a classic UA 610 tube preamp. This built-in, all-analog circuit adds a touch of warmth and presence that has defined the sound of legendary artists from Ray Charles to Van Halen. This feature alone sets your recordings apart, giving them a professional sonic signature that’s difficult to achieve with other interfaces in its class.

Beyond its signature sound, the Volt 1 is built for a seamless creative workflow. It offers class-leading 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion, ensuring every nuance of your performance is captured with stunning clarity and detail. The simple 1-in/2-out configuration provides a straightforward connection for your microphone or instrument, while the direct monitoring feature allows you to record yourself with zero latency, eliminating distracting delays. For clear and detailed headphone playback, a robust studio-quality headphone amplifier is built-in.

The Volt 1 is more than just hardware; it’s a complete production toolkit. It arrives with a carefully curated suite of professional audio software, giving you everything you need to record, mix, and master your music. This powerful bundle includes industry-standard tools from Ableton, Melodyne, UJAM, Softube, and more, providing a complete virtual studio right out of the box.

Housed in a rugged, retro-inspired industrial design with stylish wooden sides, the Volt 1 is built to last for years of home and mobile recording. Its heavy-duty metal construction ensures it can withstand the rigors of your creative process, all while looking great on your desktop.

Key Features:

* Desktop 1-in/2-out USB audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion.
* Vintage Mic Preamp mode for recording voice or guitar with the rich, full sound of a classic UA tube preamp.
* A powerful, curated suite of music software from leading brands for professional production.
* Studio-quality headphone amplifier for loud, clear monitoring.
* USB bus powered to reduce cable clutter.
* 48V phantom power for condenser microphones.
* Direct Monitoring for latency-free recording.
* Built-to-last with stylish, rugged construction.
* MIDI 1-in/1-out connections for keyboards and controllers.

Technical Specifications

Audio Performance:
Sound bit resolution:24-bit.


Sample rate:44.1 / 48 kHz / 88.2 kHz / 96 kHz / 176.4 kHz / 192 kHz.


Frequency range:20 Hz - 20 kHz.


Phantom power supply:Yes (48V).



General:
Product type:Audio interface.



Dimensions & Weight:
Width:145 mm.


Depth:130 mm.


Height:50 mm.


Weight:550 g.



System Compatibility:
Mac operating systems supported:Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave or higher.


Windows operating systems supported:Windows 10 x64 or higher.


iOS compatibility:14 or later.



Connectivity & Package Contents:
Symmetrical output 1/4″ (6.35 mm):2.


MIDI output (5-pin)