Universal Audio Volt 2 Gen 2vsUniversal Audio Volt 2 Max
Summary
Universal Audio Volt 2 Gen 2 and Universal Audio Volt 2 Max: 2 Universal Audio audio interfaces compared side by side. They differ on 4 of 13 compared specifications.
| 2 items | Universal Audio Volt 2 Gen 2 | Universal Audio Volt 2 Max |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Universal Audio | Universal Audio |
| Status | Current | Current |
| Released | 2026 | 2026 |
| Inputs & outputs | ||
| Mic preamps | 2 | 2 |
| Analogue inputs | 2 | 2 |
| Analogue outputs | 2 | 2 |
| Channels (in / out) | 2 in / 4 out | 10 in / 4 out |
| Headphone outputs | 1 | 2 (shared mix) |
| Digital I/O | — | ADAT/S/PDIF optical in |
| Connection & power | ||
| MIDI | None | 3.5 mm TRS |
| Connection | USB-C (USB 2.0) | USB-C (USB 2.0) |
| Resolution | 32-bit / 192 kHz | 32-bit / 192 kHz |
| Bus-powered | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Loopback | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Tone Shaping preamps (Warmth, Focus, Shine), 60 dB gain, Smart Display, Auto-Gain, Clip protection | Tone Shaping preamps (Warmth, Focus, Shine), 60 dB gain, Max compression (1176, LA-2A and VCA styles), Talkback mic, Smart Display, Auto-Gain, Clip protection, USB hub port |
| Bundled software | LUNA, UA 610, LA-2A, 1176, Pure Plate, Galaxy Tape Echo, Oxide, PolyMAX and Anthem synths, Melodyne Essential, UJAM, 3 months of FL Studio Producer and more | LUNA, UA 610, LA-2A, 1176, Pure Plate, Galaxy Tape Echo, Oxide, PolyMAX and Anthem synths, Melodyne Essential, UJAM, 3 months of FL Studio Producer and more |
Key differences
- MIDI: Volt 2 Gen 2 – None Volt 2 Max – 3.5 mm TRS
- Channels (in / out): Volt 2 Gen 2 – 2 in / 4 out Volt 2 Max – 10 in / 4 out
- Headphone outputs: Volt 2 Gen 2 – 1 Volt 2 Max – 2 (shared mix)
Both are the same on mic preamps (2), analogue inputs (2) and bus-powered (Yes).