Matt's Gearspace

Audio Interfaces

Universal Audio Volt 2 MaxvsUniversal Audio Volt 4 Max

Summary

Universal Audio Volt 2 Max and Universal Audio Volt 4 Max: 2 Universal Audio audio interfaces compared side by side. They differ on 4 of 14 compared specifications.

+ Add more audio interfaces
2 items

Universal Audio

Volt 2 Max

Universal Audio

Volt 4 Max
General
ManufacturerUniversal AudioUniversal Audio
StatusCurrentCurrent
Released20262026
Inputs & outputs
Mic preamps22
Analogue inputs24
Analogue outputs24
Channels (in / out)10 in / 4 out12 in / 6 out
Headphone outputs2 (shared mix)2 (shared mix)
Digital I/OADAT/S/PDIF optical inADAT/S/PDIF optical in
Connection & power
MIDI3.5 mm TRS3.5 mm TRS
ConnectionUSB-C (USB 2.0)USB-C (USB 2.0)
Resolution32-bit / 192 kHz32-bit / 192 kHz
Bus-poweredYesYes
Features
LoopbackYesYes
FeaturesTone 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 portTone Shaping preamps (Warmth, Focus, Shine), 60 dB gain, Max compression (1176, LA-2A and VCA styles), Talkback mic, Main/Alt speaker switching, Smart Display, Auto-Gain, Clip protection, USB hub port
Bundled softwareLUNA, 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 moreLUNA, 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

  • Analogue inputs: Volt 2 Max – 2 Volt 4 Max – 4
  • Analogue outputs: Volt 2 Max – 2 Volt 4 Max – 4
  • Channels (in / out): Volt 2 Max – 10 in / 4 out Volt 4 Max – 12 in / 6 out

Both are the same on mic preamps (2), MIDI (3.5 mm TRS) and bus-powered (Yes).