Universal Audio Volt 2 2-in/2-out USB 2.0 Audio Interface

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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 1 USB Audio Interface Recording, Podcasting, And Streaming

£120.00 £104.48

Easily create music productions, livestreams, and podcasts on Mac, PC, iPad, and iPhone Record vocals and instruments with rich, full sound using Vintage Mic Preamp mode Produce with industry-leading software including Ableton, Melodyne, UJAM's Virtu… read more

Solid State Logic SSL 2 USB Audio Interface – 24 bit/192 kHz, 2-in 2-out, with SSL Legacy 4K Analogue Enhancement and included SSL Software Production Pack

£179.99 £139.00

2X Class-Leading Mic Preamps (130.5dB EIN / 62dB of Gain) Pro-Studio Quality Neutrik Connectors and Alps pots High Current Headphone Amp 24-bit / 192 kHz AKM Converters Legacy 4K Analogue Enhancement – Inspired by SSL4000 series console SSL Productio… read more

Behringer UMC204HD Audiophile 2×4, 24-Bit/192 kHz USB Audio/MIDI Interface with Midas Mic Preamplifiers,Black

£99.96 £87.00

2×4 USB 2.0 Audio/MIDI Interface for recording microphones and instruments. Streams 2 inputs / 4 outputs plus 1x MIDI I/O with ultra-low latency to your computer. Compatible with Windows XP, Vista, 7-10, as well as Mac OSX Compatible with popular rec… read more

PreSonus AudioBox 96 – USB, Audio interface, For Recording, Streaming, Podcasting with Music Production Software Bundle including Studio One Pro, Ableton Live Lite DAW

£88.00 £68.90

This 25th Anniversary Edition bundle of the PreSonus AudioBox 96 with USB Audio Interface, includes essential software like Studio One Artist and Ableton Live Lite Featuring 2 high-quality Class-A mic preamps, 2 high-headroom instrument inputs, MIDI … read more

Aklot Audio Interface, 2 In 2 Out USB Audio Interfaces

£56.63

[2 In 2 Out]This audio interface has 2 high-headroom instrument inputs and 2 out USB-C audio interfaces with a high-headroom, Class A DYNA microphone preamplifier, giving your vocal recordings a brighter and more open sound. Instrument/Line input swi… 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.