Audio Interfaces

Universal Audio Volt 4 USB Recording Studio, USB 2.0 audio interface (on USB-C connector) with 4 inputs / outputs, compatible with Mac, PC, iPad and iPhone, in Desktop format. Self-powered, it will allow you to make professional quality recordings anywhere, in particular thanks to its converters and its preamp with a vintage mode.

ARTICLE N° 84459
  • Universal Audio Volt 4 USB Recording Studio
  • 4-in/4-out desktop USB audio interface with 2 mic preamps and high-end 24-bit/192 kHz digital audio converters
  • Vintage mode to record vocals, guitars or any instrument through the mic preamps while enjoying the rich sound of a legendary UA tube preamp
  • Listen to what you record in real time with the direct monitoring function without latency
  • USB power and native operation: connect the interface directly to your Mac, PC, iPad or iPhone using the included USB-C to USB-A cable
  • Professional-quality headphone amplifier for detailed monitoring, with a good volume level
  • 48 V phantom power for electrostatic (condenser) microphones
  • Robust and elegant construction for years of use
  • UA software suite included:
  • 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
  • Third-party software bundled:
  • Softube Marshall Plexi Classic Amp Bundle
  • Ableton Live Lite
  • Celemony Melodyne Essential
  • Plugin Alliance Ampeg® SVT-VR Classic Bass Bundle
  • Relab Development LX480 Essentials
  • UJAM Virtual Drummer DEEP
  • UJAM Virtual Bassist DANDY
  • Spitfire Audio LABS
  • System requirements:
  • Mac & PC
  • An available USB 2.0 (or higher) port
  • USB cable (included)
  • Intel, AMD, or Apple Silicon processor
  • (PC) Windows 10 edition 64-bit
  • (macOS) 10.15 Mojave or later
  • An internet connection to download software
  • iPad & iPhone:
  • iPadOS / iOS 14 or later
  • Technical specifications:
  • Inputs/outputs:
  • Speaker outputs: 2 (one stereo pair)
  • Headphone output: 1 (stereo)
  • USB: 1x USB 2.0 port (USB Type-C connector)
  • MIDI: 1x input and 1x output (two 5-pin DIN connectors)
  • A/D and D/A converters:
  • Supported sampling rates (kHz): 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192
  • Digital audio resolution: 24-bit
  • Analog inputs/outputs:
  • Microphone input(s) :
  • Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, ± 0.1 dB
  • Dynamic range (A-weighted): 112 dB
  • THD + noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS): -103 dB (0.0007 %)
  • Equivalent noise level (150 ohms, A-weighted): -127 dBu
  • Maximum input level: 9 dBu
  • Input impedance: 3 k ohms
  • Available gain: 55 dB
  • Phantom power: +48 V (switchable)
  • Connector type: Female XLR, pin 2 positive
  • Instrument input(s):
  • Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, ± 0.05 dB
  • Dynamic range (A-weighted): 111 dB
  • THD + noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS): -84 dB (0.006%)
  • Maximum input level: 12.5 dBu
  • Input impedance: 1 M ohms
  • Available gain: 55 dB
  • Connector type: 6.35 mm unbalanced TS
  • Line input(s):
  • Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, ± 0.05 dB
  • Dynamic range (A-weighted): 111 dB
  • THD + noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS): -102 dB (0.0008%)
  • Maximum input level: 22 dBu
  • Input impedance: 15 k ohms
  • Available gain: 55 dB
  • Connector type: 6.35 mm balanced TRS or unbalanced TS
  • Line input(s) 3 and 4:
  • Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, ± 0.05 dB
  • Dynamic range (A-weighted): 113 dB
  • THD + noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS): -105 dB (0.0008 %)
  • Maximum input level: 22 dBu
  • Input impedance: 15 k ohms
  • Available gain: 55 dB
  • Connector type: 1/4" balanced TRS or unbalanced TS
  • Line and speaker output(s):
  • Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, ± 0.1 dB
  • Dynamic range (A-weighted): 110 dB
  • THD + noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS): -102.5 dB (0.00075 %)
  • Maximum output level: 15 dBu
  • Output Impedance: 100 ohms
  • Connector Type: 6.35 mm TRS Balanced or TS Unbalanced
  • Headphone Output(s):
  • Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, ± 0.1 dB
  • Dynamic Range (A-Weighted): 110 dB
  • THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS): -102.5 dB (0.00075%)
  • Maximum Output Level: 15 dBu
  • Output Impedance: 100 ohms
  • Connector Type: 6.35 mm TRS Balanced or TS Unbalanced
Universal Audio, the designer of the famous Apollo, completes its new Volt range with the Volt 4 USB Recording Studio.
The Volt series is the best solution for customers who have a tight budget but want to taste the pro UA quality, recording with character.

The Vintage Mic Preamp mode allows you to make recordings with a legendary sound, that of the Universal Audio 610 preamp, without equivalent on the market. The greatest have been recorded with this preamp (from Ray Charles to Van Halen). This feat is obtained thanks to its integrated tube circuit emulation (exclusive).

Plug in the Volt 4, record. Very simple. Plug your microphones and/or guitars into the front preamps, and use the line-level inputs for your synths and drum machines. Then connect your speakers or headphones, monitor the audio without latency: you will work like the pros.

The Volt 4 comes with a generous software offering, tools for all producers with virtual instruments and effects, Ableton Live (you can upgrade to Live Standard or Live Suite at a great price from this Lite version), Melodyne Essential (also upgradable to more complete versions), Virtual Drummer from UJAM, Marshall and Ampeg amps, etc.

To conclude, the Volt 4 USB Recording Studio is an investment to last thanks to its super robust design. You won't regret it!
Computer connection
 USB C
Desktop
 Yes
Maximum resolution
 24 bit
Max sampling frequency
 192
Compatibility
 MacOS, Windows, Apple iOS
Micro input
 2
Phantom power
 Yes
Instrument input
 Yes
Line input
 2
Line output
 6
Headphone output
 2
MIDI port
 Yes
Number of connectable speaker pairs
 1
Software incl.
 Ableton Live Lite
Power supply
 Via USB bus
Record at home like you’re in a pro studio
With Universal Audio’s award-winning preamps and converters, Volt lets you record like you’re in a pro studio, even if you’re a beginner.

All the warmth of analog with Vintage Mode
Plug in your mic or instrument, hit the Vintage button, and enjoy the rich, full sound of UA’s iconic 610 tube preamp, one of the most iconic in recording history.

The same sound you hear on your favorite albums
We developed LUNA to bring the sound of historic analog tape machines and mixing consoles into a modern, intuitive DAW that lets you record your wildest ideas on unlimited tracks.

Record and mix with the best UAD plug-ins
Mix like the pros with a suite of UAD instruments and effects including the renowned Teletronix LA-2A compressors and Pultec EQs, plus more recent but already widely acclaimed creations such as PolyMAX Synth, Century Tube Channel Strip, Galaxy Tape Echo, Pure Plate Reverb, Oxide Tape Recorder, and Verve Analog Machines Essentials.

Spotlight on

For over 50 years, Universal Audio has been an industry leader in DSP audio modeling and vintage analog technology. The American manufacturer has released groundbreaking products such as the LA-2A compressor and the 610 tube mic preamp which have been used to record artists as diverse as the Beach Boys and Van Halen. 
Since the 2000s, Universal Audio has been faithfully reproducing classic analog recording equipment and designing new digital recording tools in keeping with the sound and spirit of vintage analog technology. Best-sellers include the Apollo interface, UAD-2 Satellite, UAD plug-ins, UADFX pedals and the OX Amp Top Box.