Checked September 2026
Universal Audio
Universal Audio Volt 1 review
Audio interfaces
A 1-in, 2-out bus-powered USB interface with a Vintage Mic Preamp mode. Best for singers and podcasters recording one source. Price not published on the developer's site.
Key features
- Vintage Mic Preamp Mode
- 55 dB gain with 48V phantom power
- 24-bit/192 kHz
- Direct monitoring
- Studio-quality headphone amp
- Includes LUNA DAW and UAD plug-ins
Pros
- Vintage preamp mode
- Free UAD plug-ins and LUNA
- Bus-powered
Cons
- Only one input
Universal Audio Volt 1 alternatives
A 2-in, 2-out bus-powered USB interface with two Vintage Mic Preamp inputs.
VST3not supportedAUnot supportedAAXnot supportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXnot supported+ iOSA 1-in, 2-out USB interface with Vintage Mic Preamp mode and a 76 Compressor.
VST3not supportedAUnot supportedAAXnot supportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXnot supported+ iOSA 2-in, 2-out USB interface with Vintage Mic Preamp mode and a 76 Compressor.
VST3not supportedAUnot supportedAAXnot supportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXnot supported+ iOS
Sources: www.uaudio.com