Universal Audio Volt 4 Gen 2 USB-C Audio Interface

Universal Audio Volt 4 Gen 2 USB-C Audio Interface The Universal Audio Volt 4 Gen 2 is a flexible 12-in / 6-out USB-C audio interface designed for recording, music production, songwriting, podcasting, streaming, and expandable home or project studio setups. It combines professional 32-bit / 192 kHz conversion with Universal Audio Tone Shaping preamps, intelligent gain tools, MIDI connectivity, optical expansion, and integrated software control. The Volt 4 Gen 2 features two Tone Shaping microphone preamps with 60 dB of gain, two additional line inputs, front-panel Hi-Z instrument inputs, ADAT or S/PDIF optical input, MIDI In and Out, Auto-Gain, Clip Protection, full-color Smart Display, and built-in loopback. Its USB bus-powered design keeps the interface portable while still offering room to expand with synths, outboard gear, MIDI controllers, and additional digital inputs. Key Features 12-In / 6-Out Audio Interface: Provides four analog inputs plus up to eight digital channels over ADAT. 32-Bit / 192 kHz Conversion: Captures detailed, high-resolution audio for professional recording and playback. Two Tone Shaping Preamps: Each preamp provides up to 60 dB of digitally controlled gain. Three Preamp Character Modes: Warmth, Focus, and Shine modes add different analog-inspired tonal characteristics. Two Mic / Line Inputs: XLR/TRS combo inputs support microphones and line-level sources. Two Front Hi-Z Inputs: Connect electric guitars, basses, and other high-impedance instruments directly. Two Additional Line Inputs: Ideal for synths, drum machines, outboard gear, and stereo equipment. ADAT / S/PDIF Optical Input: Adds up to eight extra digital input channels for larger recording setups. MIDI In & Out: Connect keyboards, controllers, drum machines, and synthesizers. Auto-Gain: Automatically sets recording levels quickly and accurately. Clip Protection: Helps prevent unexpected peaks from ruining recordings. Full-Color Smart Display: Provides clear feedback for input levels, channel selection, and settings. Built-In Loopback: Useful for streaming, podcasting, video calls, and content creation. Independent 48V Phantom Power: Switchable per preamp channel for compatible condenser microphones. USB Hub Port: Connects and powers compatible USB peripherals and MIDI controllers. UAD Console & LUNA Integration: Supports session recall and low-latency cue mixing. USB Bus Powered: Can operate without a separate external power supply in compatible setups. Specifications Feature Details Product Name Universal Audio Volt 4 Gen 2 Model / SKU VOLT4G2 Product Type USB-C Audio Interface Simultaneous I/O 12-In / 6-Out Maximum Resolution 32-Bit / 192 kHz Supported Sample Rates 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 & 192 kHz Mic Preamps 2 × Tone Shaping Preamps Preamp Gain 60 dB Preamp Modes Warmth, Focus & Shine Mic / Line Inputs 2 × XLR / TRS Combo Inputs Instrument Inputs 2 × Front-Panel 1/4-Inch Hi-Z Inputs Additional Line Inputs 2 × 1/4-Inch Line Inputs Phantom Power +48V, Independently Switchable per Channel Auto-Gain Yes Clip Protection Yes Display Full-Color Smart Display Optical Input ADAT or S/PDIF ADAT Channels 8 @ 44.1/48 kHz, 4 @ 96 kHz, 2 @ 192 kHz S/PDIF Channels 2 at Supported Sample Rates MIDI MIDI In / Out, 1/8-Inch TRS Type A Monitor Outputs 1 × Stereo Pair Additional Line Outputs Line Outputs 3–4 Headphone Output 1 × 1/4-Inch Stereo / 1 Cue Mix Loopback Built-In USB Host USB 2.0 Type-C USB Hub 1 Port, 5V DC / 0.5A Maximum External Power Input USB-C, 5V DC / 1A Minimum When Required USB Bus Powered Yes Power Consumption 4.2 W Typical / 5.8 W Maximum Compatibility Mac, Windows, iPad & iPhone Included Software LUNA Digital Audio Workstation 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 Essentials PolyMAX Synth UAD Showtime '64 Tube Amp Melodyne Essential Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Bundle UJAM Virtual Drummer DEEP UJAM Virtual Bassist DANDY Additional production software and learning content Why Choose the Universal Audio Volt 4 Gen 2? The Volt 4 Gen 2 provides considerably more expansion capability than a basic two-channel interface. Its four analog inputs, additional outputs, ADAT/S/PDIF input, MIDI connectivity, USB hub, Tone Shaping preamps, Auto-Gain, Clip Protection, and loopback make it suitable for musicians who expect their studio setup to grow over time. Expandable USB-C Audio Interface for Recording and Music Production The Universal Audio Volt 4 Gen 2 combines 32-bit / 192 kHz audio conversion, analog-inspired preamp character, intelligent recording tools, MIDI, optical expansion, loopback, and flexible analog I/O in a portable bus-powered interface. It is suitable for singers, producers, keyboard players, guitarists, podcasters, streamers, home studios, and project studios. Universal Audio Volt 4 Gen 2, VOLT4G2, UA Volt 4 G2, 12 In 6 Out Audio Interface, 32 Bit Audio Interface, 192kHz Audio Interface, USB-C Audio Interface, ADAT Audio Interface, MIDI Audio Interface, Universal Audio Recording Interface