Commercial Sound Cards

Universal Audio Volt 1

Key features:

  • PC Connection: USB
  • Card Type: External
  • Phantom Power Function
  • Loopback Function
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Description

Description

Universal Audio created the Volt 1 for singers, songwriters, guitarists, livestreamers, and podcasters. This portable 1-in/2-out USB audio recording interface for Mac, PC, iPad, and iPhone offers you superior sound quality, a Vintage Mic Preamp mode derived from UA's 610 tube preamp, as well as a suite of top-tier music software, ensuring your next recording sounds classic.

Record yourself with the best sound quality in the category

From the team that brought you the game-changing Apollo card, the Volt 1 offers superior studio sound quality, with more character and tone than any other USB card in its class.

Record Vocals with Vintage Mic Preamp Mode

Few sounds can compare to a vintage Tube preamp Universal Audio 610, as used for recording, from Ray Charles to Van Halen. The Volt 1 offers you the rich, full sound of this iconic UA preamp, thanks to the built-in emulation circuit.

Easy In, Easy Out

H Volt 1 provides you with simple 1-in/2-out audio connections. Just plug in a microphone or an instrument. Then, connect your speakers or headphones to monitor your sound without delay. With Volt, you'll be creating like a pro, fast.

Ready for iPad and iPhone

Connect the Volt 1 to your iPad or iPhone and you can easily create beats and samples, record your band's rehearsals, and edit songs anywhere.

Features

  • USB audio interface 1-in/2-out
  • Top-notch 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion for Mac, PC, iPad, and iPhone
  • Vintage Mic Preamp mode for recording vocals or guitar with the rich, full sound of a classic UA tube preamp
  • Essential audio and music software suite, including Ableton, Melodyne, UJAM’s Virtual Drummer, Marshall, Ampeg, and more
  • Studio-quality headphone amplifier for loud, clear listening
  • USB powered
  • 48V phantom power for condenser microphones
  • Direct Monitoring for latency-free recording
  • Sleek, robust construction to withstand years of use
  • 1-in/1-out MIDI
  • Includes USB-C to USB-A cable
  • Software included
  • Ableton: Ableton Live Lite
  • Softube: Marshall Plexi Classic Amp, Softube Time & Tone Bundle
  • Celemony: Melodyne Essential
  • Relab: LX480 Essentials
  • Plugin Alliance: Ampeg SVT-VR Classic, Brainworx bx_tuner, Brainworx bx_masterdesk Classic
  • UJAM: Virtual Drummer DEEP, Virtual Bassist DANDY
  • Spitfire: LABS

System Requirements

  • Mac & PC
  • Available USB 2.0 (or higher) port
  • USB cable (included)
  • Intel, AMD, or Apple Silicon processor
  • (PC) Windows 10 64-bit version, (macOS) 10.14 Mojave or later
  • Internet connection for software download
  • iPad & iPhone
  • iPadOS / iOS 14 or later

Manufacturer

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Specifications

Specifications

Connectivity

PC Connectivity
USB

Dimensions

Card Type
External
Phantom Power
Yes
MIDI
Yes
Loopback
Yes
Auto Gain
-
Clip Safe
-
Colour
Grey

Audio Ports

XLR Input
1
Headphones
Yes
6.3mm Input
1
6.3mm Output
2
3.5mm
No
RCA
No

Compatibility

Compatible Software
Windows, macOS, iOS

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

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Reviews (9)

Reviews

  1. 8
  2. 4 stars
    0
  3. 1
  4. 2 stars
    0
  5. 1 star
    0
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  • Audio delay
  • Number of functions
  • Installation
  • Software support
  • Value for money
  • Construction quality
  • Number of ports
  • ququnari

    Verified purchase

    The monitor output audio indicator should have an option to be disabled.
    Also, you should be able to install the drivers without having to register for Universal Audio's ridiculous spam service.

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  • aggelos20153
    5
    2 out of 2 members found this review helpful

    250ohm buyer dynamic 990 pro headphones play very loud and clear, they have usb type c and everything is easy, also the company gives you keys for programs to make your music. As for the device, it is metallic and of quality and generally everything on it is of quality and nice for now. I have had it for 2 years and I am writing a review now, it withstands moves, nothing happens to it. UPDATE 6/5/2026 it has driven me out of bounds because from the left headphone it gives more volume in every headphone I tried and I will gladly throw it away when I get a new one from another brand obviously

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    • Audio delay
    • Number of ports
    • Number of functions
    • Installation
    • Software support
    • Value for money
    • Construction quality
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    • Audio delay
    • Number of ports
    • Number of functions
    • Installation
    • Software support
    • Value for money
    • Construction quality
  • Verified purchase

    • Audio delay
    • Number of ports
    • Number of functions
    • Installation
    • Software support
    • Value for money
    • Construction quality
  • Verified purchase

    • Audio delay
    • Number of functions
    • Installation
    • Software support
    • Number of ports
  • The monitor output audio indicator should have an option to be disabled.
    Also, you should be able to install the drivers without having to register for Universal Audio's ridiculous spam service.

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • 250ohm buyer dynamic 990 pro headphones play very loud and clear, they have usb type c and everything is easy, also the company gives you keys for programs to make your music. As for the device, it is metallic and of quality and generally everything on it is of quality and nice for now. I have had it for 2 years and I am writing a review now, it withstands moves, nothing happens to it. UPDATE 6/5/2026 it has driven me out of bounds because from the left headphone it gives more volume in every headphone I tried and I will gladly throw it away when I get a new one from another brand obviously

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Description & Specifications

Universal Audio created the Volt 1 for singers, songwriters, guitarists, livestreamers, and podcasters. This portable 1-in/2-out USB audio recording interface for Mac, PC, iPad, and iPhone offers you superior sound quality, a Vintage Mic Preamp mode derived from UA's 610 tube preamp, as well as a suite of top-tier music software, ensuring your next recording sounds classic.

Record yourself with the best sound quality in the category

From the team that brought you the game-changing Apollo card, the Volt 1 offers superior studio sound quality, with more character and tone than any other USB card in its class.

Record Vocals with Vintage Mic Preamp Mode

Few sounds can compare to a vintage Tube preamp Universal Audio 610, as used for recording, from Ray Charles to Van Halen. The Volt 1 offers you the rich, full sound of this iconic UA preamp, thanks to the built-in emulation circuit.

Easy In, Easy Out

H Volt 1 provides you with simple 1-in/2-out audio connections. Just plug in a microphone or an instrument. Then, connect your speakers or headphones to monitor your sound without delay. With Volt, you'll be creating like a pro, fast.

Ready for iPad and iPhone

Connect the Volt 1 to your iPad or iPhone and you can easily create beats and samples, record your band's rehearsals, and edit songs anywhere.

Features

  • USB audio interface 1-in/2-out
  • Top-notch 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion for Mac, PC, iPad, and iPhone
  • Vintage Mic Preamp mode for recording vocals or guitar with the rich, full sound of a classic UA tube preamp
  • Essential audio and music software suite, including Ableton, Melodyne, UJAM’s Virtual Drummer, Marshall, Ampeg, and more
  • Studio-quality headphone amplifier for loud, clear listening
  • USB powered
  • 48V phantom power for condenser microphones
  • Direct Monitoring for latency-free recording
  • Sleek, robust construction to withstand years of use
  • 1-in/1-out MIDI
  • Includes USB-C to USB-A cable
  • Software included
  • Ableton: Ableton Live Lite
  • Softube: Marshall Plexi Classic Amp, Softube Time & Tone Bundle
  • Celemony: Melodyne Essential
  • Relab: LX480 Essentials
  • Plugin Alliance: Ampeg SVT-VR Classic, Brainworx bx_tuner, Brainworx bx_masterdesk Classic
  • UJAM: Virtual Drummer DEEP, Virtual Bassist DANDY
  • Spitfire: LABS

System Requirements

  • Mac & PC
  • Available USB 2.0 (or higher) port
  • USB cable (included)
  • Intel, AMD, or Apple Silicon processor
  • (PC) Windows 10 64-bit version, (macOS) 10.14 Mojave or later
  • Internet connection for software download
  • iPad & iPhone
  • iPadOS / iOS 14 or later

Manufacturer

Connectivity

PC Connectivity
USB

Dimensions

Card Type
External
Phantom Power
Yes
MIDI
Yes
Loopback
Yes
Auto Gain
-
Clip Safe
-
Colour
Grey

Audio Ports

XLR Input
1
Headphones
Yes
6.3mm Input
1
6.3mm Output
2
3.5mm
No
RCA
No

Compatibility

Compatible Software
Windows, macOS, iOS

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

Reviews (9)

  1. 8
  2. 4 stars
    0
  3. 1
  4. 2 stars
    0
  5. 1 star
    0
Review this product
  • Audio delay
  • Number of functions
  • Installation
  • Software support
  • Value for money
  • Construction quality
  • Number of ports
  • ququnari

    Verified purchase

    The monitor output audio indicator should have an option to be disabled.
    Also, you should be able to install the drivers without having to register for Universal Audio's ridiculous spam service.

    Translated from Greek ·
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • aggelos20153
    5
    2 out of 2 members found this review helpful

    250ohm buyer dynamic 990 pro headphones play very loud and clear, they have usb type c and everything is easy, also the company gives you keys for programs to make your music. As for the device, it is metallic and of quality and generally everything on it is of quality and nice for now. I have had it for 2 years and I am writing a review now, it withstands moves, nothing happens to it. UPDATE 6/5/2026 it has driven me out of bounds because from the left headphone it gives more volume in every headphone I tried and I will gladly throw it away when I get a new one from another brand obviously

    Translated from Greek ·
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Verified purchase

  • Verified purchase

    • Audio delay
    • Number of ports
    • Number of functions
    • Installation
    • Software support
    • Value for money
    • Construction quality
  • Verified purchase

    • Audio delay
    • Number of ports
    • Number of functions
    • Installation
    • Software support
    • Value for money
    • Construction quality
  • Verified purchase

    • Audio delay
    • Number of ports
    • Number of functions
    • Installation
    • Software support
    • Value for money
    • Construction quality
  • Verified purchase

    • Audio delay
    • Number of functions
    • Installation
    • Software support
    • Number of ports
  • The monitor output audio indicator should have an option to be disabled.
    Also, you should be able to install the drivers without having to register for Universal Audio's ridiculous spam service.

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • 250ohm buyer dynamic 990 pro headphones play very loud and clear, they have usb type c and everything is easy, also the company gives you keys for programs to make your music. As for the device, it is metallic and of quality and generally everything on it is of quality and nice for now. I have had it for 2 years and I am writing a review now, it withstands moves, nothing happens to it. UPDATE 6/5/2026 it has driven me out of bounds because from the left headphone it gives more volume in every headphone I tried and I will gladly throw it away when I get a new one from another brand obviously

    Translated from Greek ·
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