About Universal Audio

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Universal Audio (UA) is an American company renowned for its high-end audio interfaces, analogue hardware, and digital effects. Founded in 1958 by Bill Putnam Sr., a pioneering audio engineer, UA has a rich legacy in professional recording gear, including classic analogue compressors like the 1176 Limiting Amplifier and LA-2A Leveling Amplifier. Today, the company blends vintage audio expertise with cutting-edge technology, offering some of the most respected digital emulations of classic studio gear.

Their modern product line includes the Apollo series of Thunderbolt and USB audio interfaces, known for built-in DSP processing and low-latency Unison preamps, which accurately model vintage gear. UA also develops UAD plugins, which emulate legendary studio equipment, and the Volt series, an affordable range of interfaces designed for musicians and creators. With a reputation for exceptional sound quality and premium build, Universal Audio remains a top choice for professional studios and serious home producers.

UA Volt 476P USB Audio Interface for recording, podcasting, and streaming

£309.00

Create legendary-sounding music productions, livestreams, and podcasts on Mac, PC, iPad, and iPhone Record your voice or guitar with album-ready sound using Vintage Mic Preamp mode Add clarity and punch to vocals, instruments, and other sources with … read more

Behringer UCA202 U-Control Ultra low-latency 2 In/2 Out USB/Audio Interface

£24.36 £11.00

Ultra-flexible audio interface connects your instruments, mixer, etc. with your computer for recording and playback High-resolution 48 kHz converters for high-end audio quality Works with your PC or Mac* computer – no setup or drivers required Stereo… read more

Roland Rubix44 4-In/4-Out USB Audio Interface | High-Resolution Audio | Record with Mics, Guitars, Keys & More | Compact & Durable Build | Compatible with Mac, PC & iPad | Expanded I/O Features

£242.00 £193.00

4-in/4-out, high-resolution USB audio interface for Mac, PC and iPad. Rubix44 offers a perfect balance of high-fidelity sound, solid build quality, compact size, affordable price, and crucial features for today's musicians and producers. Universal US… read more

ESI MAYA44 USB+ | 4-in/4-out USB Audio Interface

£94.22

Item Package Quantity: 1 Model Number: MAYA44USB+ Country of origin:- Taiwan Package Dimensions : 19.0L x 3.5W x 14.0H (centimeters)

USB Audio Interface 4×4 Studio Recording Sound Card With Mic Preamp Built-in Preamplifier For Music Production Home Studio Recording Equipment

£92.64

PROFESSIONAL RECORDING STUDIO QUALITY 👨‍🎤: Capture studio-grade sound with this USB audio interface featuring 4×4 configuration, allowing musicians to record performances with exceptional claritys and accuracy – essential for creating impressive musi… read more

Audio Interface

An audio interface is a device that connects microphones, instruments, and other audio sources to a computer, allowing for high-quality recording and playback. It converts analogue audio signals into digital data that software can process, and vice versa, ensuring clear sound reproduction. Most interfaces connect via USB, Thunderbolt, or FireWire, including preamps, microphones and instrument inputs, and speakers or headphones outputs.

Beyond simple connectivity, an audio interface improves sound quality compared to a computer’s built-in sound card. It reduces latency (the delay between input and output), provides phantom power for condenser microphones, and often features MIDI connectivity for digital instruments. Essential for musicians, podcasters, and producers, an interface is the heart of any home or professional studio, ensuring clean, low-noise recordings with minimal distortion.

New

This product is brand new, unused, and in its original packaging. It has never been opened or used, ensuring you receive it in pristine, factory-sealed condition, just as originally manufactured.

It is ideal for those who want the assurance of a fresh start with their gear.

USB

Having a USB connection provides crucial benefits for modern musicians and producers, primarily related to connectivity and workflow. USB enables a direct link between the synthesizer and a computer, making it possible to transmit MIDI data seamlessly without relying on traditional 5-pin MIDI cables. This connection allows the synth to function as a MIDI controller, sending and receiving MIDI signals to and from a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation). As a result, musicians can easily sequence and record their synth performances, automate parameters, or even use the synth to control virtual instruments within the DAW. This streamlined setup saves time and reduces the amount of cabling and interfaces required, creating a more efficient studio or performance environment.

In addition to MIDI capabilities, USB ports on synthesizers often support data transfer and software updates. This means users can back up and restore patches, download new firmware updates to add features or improvements and manage their sounds with dedicated software. For some portable or compact synths, USB connections also offer a convenient power source, allowing the synth to draw power directly from a computer or USB battery pack. This combination of data management, connectivity, and power makes USB-equipped synthesizers a versatile and practical choice for musicians seeking flexibility and ease of use in their setups.