The Volt 2 Max is a next-generation desktop USB audio interface featuring two tone-shaping preamps, a smart display with bright visual feedback, and Max dynamic processing. It delivers the rich, full sound of a professional studio in an ultra-compact format.
Designed by the same Universal Audio team behind the legendary Apollo interfaces, the Volt Max gives you access to studio-grade mic preamp tones and classic compression at the touch of a button. And when you're ready to take it to the next level, you get the award-winning suite of UAD plug-ins and the LUNA digital audio workstation.
Tone-shaping preamps: Get the rich character of a studio recording, not a demo.
Max processing: Record with classic compression presets optimized for vocals, guitar, and bass.
32-bit audio: Hear your performance with incredible precision and legendary UA quality.
Mics, instruments, and more: Record your voice and instruments simultaneously, connect instruments via MIDI, and add inputs via ADAT.
Smart display. Quickly select channels and adjust levels with clear visual feedback.
Auto-gain and clip protection. Never worry about signal peaks ruining your take again.
Mobile-compatible. Record anywhere with USB bus power: no external power supply needed.*
Premium UAD software. Enjoy the same EQs, compressors, synths, and guitar amps used by professionals, plus the award-winning LUNA DAW software.
10-in / 4-out desktop USB audio interface with professional 32-bit / 192 kHz audio conversion
Two tone-shaping preamps with 60 dB of gain and three harmonic character modes (Warm, Focused, and Bright) to recreate the sonic richness of classic analog mic preamps at the source
Max processing: onboard real-time compression with six musical presets for vocals, guitars, and bass, inspired by classic models like the LA-2A and 1176
Over 18 possible character combinations by blending Tone and Max modes, all with no noise artifacts
Two mic/line inputs and two front-panel high-impedance instrument inputs
Built-in talkback microphone for easy studio communication
ADAT or S/PDIF optical input for up to eight channels of digital expansion, plus MIDI I/O
Built-in USB hub for connecting peripherals and powering external MIDI controllers
Color smart display for clear, instant visual feedback, including gain reduction metering
Auto-clip protection for perfect recording levels every time.
Two studio-quality headphone outputs (with shared monitor mix) for monitoring and collaboration.
Full integration with the UAD Console app and LUNA, including session recall and low-latency monitor mixes.
Built-in loopback for podcasting, streaming, and content creation.
Independent 48V phantom power per channel for condenser microphones.
USB bus-powered and class-compliant for easy setup with Mac, Windows, iPad, and iPhone*.
Sleek, rugged design built to last for years.