Universal Audio Volt 1 USB Audio Interface
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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-04-20. Price and availability subject to change.
Bottom line: The Universal Audio Volt 1 USB Audio Interface is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the audio & midi category, priced around $139.00. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
Product DescriptionStart recording right out of the box with a high-quality 1-in / 2-out USB audio interface, award-winning DAW, and suite of UAD plug-ins and instruments including classic Teletronix LA‑2A and UA 1176 compressors, Pultec EQs, PolyMAX Synth, Century Tube Channel Strip, and Oxide Tape Recorder. Built with timeless UA analog sound, Volt 1 gives you the sound of your favorite records.From the ManufacturerRecord a Classic, Anywhere. Universal Audio created Volt 1 for singers, songwriters, guitarists, livestreamers, and podcasters. This portable 1-in/2-out USB recording interface…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Universal Audio Volt 1 USB Audio Interface using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the audio & midi category. Compare with similarly-priced alternatives in the audio & midi category before committing. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for audio & midi of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Get the rich, full album-ready sound of UA’s classic 610 preamps with Vintage mode
- ✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified
Key Features
- Get the rich, full album-ready sound of UA’s classic 610 preamps with Vintage mode
- Capture every detail and nuance of your performance with up to 24-bit / 192 kHz quality and crystal clear converters
- Record and mix with the award-winning LUNA Digital Audio Workstation, giving you the sound and workflow of a real analog studio
- Create using the same UAD plug-ins and instruments trusted by top industry pros for the sound of your favorite records
- Level up your recording and mixing skills with tips and tutorials for beginners to advanced users
- Take Volt anywhere with support for MacOS, Windows, iPad, iPhone (iOS 14+) for laptops, desktop, and mobile recording. Requires external Volt power supply and an Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (except iPads with USB-C).
Full Specifications
| Brand | Universal Audio |
|---|---|
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Audio Input | USB |
| Connectivity | USB-C |
| Model Number | VOLT1 |
| Compatibility | iOS, Mac |
| Item Type Name | USB Audio Interface |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer, Mac, iPad, iPhone, Microphone, Electric Guitar, MIDI Devices |
| Frequency Response | 192000 Hz |
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Supported Software | Ableton, Melodyne, Virtual Drummer, Marshall, Ampeg |
| Maximum Sample Rate | 192 KHz |
| Warranty Description | 1 year manufacturer. |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Manufacturer Part Number | VOLT1 |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 5.12"D x 5.71"W x 1.97"H |
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Universal Audio Volt 1 USB Audio Interface is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-04-20. Price and availability subject to change.
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