Desktop 4-in/4-out USB 2.0 audio interface with built-in Vintage Mic Preamp.
The Universal Audio Volt 4 USB recording studio audio interface delivers professional studio sound and includes powerful recording software to inspire your creativity. Built with award-winning Universal Audio preamps and converters, the Volt 4 captures every nuance of your performance with stunning detail and musicality. It comes with the LUNA Recording System, giving you an intuitive analog-style workflow to record endlessly without limits. You also get a suite of UAD plug-ins to mix like the pros, including vintage compressors, EQs, tape machines and more.
Iconic Preamp Tone With Vintage Mic Preamp Mode
Experience the rich, full tone of Universal Audio's renowned 610 tube preamp by engaging the Volt 4's Vintage Mic Preamp mode. Used on countless hit records, the 610's harmonically complex sound will make all of your recordings shine. With up to 55dB of gain and switchable 48V phantom power, the Volt 4 preamps easily handle condenser and dynamic mics as well as instruments for complete flexibility.
Record and Mix in a Modern DAW With Classic Analog Sound
LUNA transforms your Mac or PC into a classic analog studio. An intuitive, track-based interface and unlimited track count let you capture all of your ideas without restraint. Modeled on large-format consoles from API, Neve and SSL, LUNA provides the hands-on sound and feel of analog recording. Mix like the legends with UAD plug-ins from Ampex, Lexicon, Manley, Fairchild, Pultec and more.
Premium UAD Plug-Ins for Iconic Tone
The Volt 4 includes UAD plug-ins and virtual instruments used by top engineers and producers. Dial in authentic vintage compression with the Teletronix LA-2A and 1176, sculpt EQ with Pultec Pro, add shimmering plate reverb with Pure Plate Reverb and get creative with the PolyMAX synth. From recreating classic sounds to forging your own, UAD plug-ins give you a universe of possibilities.
Professional I/O and Conversion for Stunning Detail
With premium A/D and D/A conversion up to 24-bit/192kHz, the Volt 4 captures all the nuances of your performance with pristine clarity and depth. Two analog inputs, four analog outputs and independent headphone and monitor controls provide flexible I/O routing for any setup. The rugged yet compact design is built to handle years of recording and mixing, delivering professional results and inspiring creativity every time you plug in.
Specifications
- Monitor Outputs: Two (one stereo pair)
- Headphone Output: One stereo
- USB: One USB 2.0 port (USB Type-C connector)
- MIDI: In, Out (two 5-pin DIN connectors)
- A/D – D/A Conversion
- Supported Sample Rates (kHz): 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192
- Bit Depth: 24-bit
- Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz, ±0.1dB
- Dynamic Range (A-weighted): 112dB
- THD + Noise (1kHz @ -1dBFS): -103dB (0.0007%)
- Equivalent Input Noise (150 Ohms, A-weighted): -127dBu
- Maximum Input Level: 9dBu
- Input Impedance: 3 Kilohms
- Available Gain: 55dB
- Phantom Power: +48V (switchable)
- Connector Type: XLR Female, pin 2 positive
- Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz, ±0.05dB
- Dynamic Range (A-weighted): 111dB
- THD + Noise (1kHz @ -1dBFS): -84dB (0.006%)
- Maximum Input Level: 12.5dBu
- Input Impedance: 1 Megohm
- Available Gain: 55dB
- Connector Type: 1/4" TS unbalanced
- Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz, ±0.05dB
- Dynamic Range (A-weighted): 111dB
- THD + Noise (1kHz @ -1dBFS): -102dB (0.0008%)
- Maximum Input Level: 22dBu
- Input Impedance: 15 kohms
- Available Gain: 55dB
- Connector Type: 1/4" TRS balanced or TS unbalanced
- Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz, ±0.05dB
- Dynamic Range (A-weighted): 113dB
- THD + Noise (1kHz @ -1dBFS): -105dB (0.0008%)
- Maximum Input Level: 22dBu
- Input Impedance: 15 kohms
- Available Gain: 55dB
- Connector Type: 1/4" TRS balanced or TS unbalanced
- Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz, ±0.1dB
- Dynamic Range (A-weighted): 110dB
- THD + Noise (1kHz @ -1dBFS): -102.5dB (0.00075%)
- Maximum Output Level: 15dBu
- Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
- Connector Type: 1/4" TRS balanced or TS unbalanced
- Frequency Response: 20Hz–20kHz, ±0.1dB
- Dynamic Range (A-weighted): 110dB
- THD + Noise (1kHz @ -1dBFS): -102.5dB (0.00075%)
- Maximum Output Level: 15dBu
- Output Impedance: 100 ohms
- Connector Type: 1/4" TRS balanced or TS unbalanced
- macOS & Windows:
- Available USB 2.0 (or higher) port
- USB cable (included)
- Intel, AMD, or Apple silicon processor
- Windows 10 or Windows 11 (64-bit editions)
- macOS Catalina 10.15 or newer operating system
- Internet connection for software downloads
- iPad & iPhone: iPadOS/iOS 14 or newer
- LUNA Digital Audio Workstation
- PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth
- Century Tube Channel Strip
- Pultec Passive EQ Collection
- Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler Collection
- Galaxy Tape Echo
- Pure Plate Reverb
- Oxide Tape Recorder
- Verve Analog Machines Essentials
- Marshall Plexi Classic Amp Bundle by Softube
- Ableton Live Lite
- Melodyne Essential by Celemony
- Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Bundle by Plugin Alliance
- LX480 Essentials by Relab Development
- Virtual Drummer DEEP by UJAM
- Virtual Bassist DANDY by UJAM
- LABS by Spitfire Audio
Features
- Ableton – Ableton Live Lite
- Softube – Marshall Plexi Classic Amp, Time & Tone Bundle
- Celemony – Melodyne Essential
- Relab – LX480 Essentials
- Plugin Alliance – Ampeg SVT-VR Classic, Brainworx bx_tuner, Brainworx bx_masterdesk Classic
- UJAM – Virtual Drummer DEEP, Virtual Bassist DANDY
- Spitfire – LABS