Universal Audio, a privately owned company headquartered in the US, was founded in 1958 and operates with an estimated 350 employees. Specializing in music production tools, the company develops analog hardware, including the LA-2A and 1176, and Apollo audio interfaces. It also provides digital emulations of analog gear through its UAD Plug-In platform.
Universal Audio announced six new Volt Gen 2 audio interfaces on October 2, 2026, refreshing its entry-level recording lineup with enhanced tone-shaping options, smarter monitoring features, and a redesigned aesthetic. The range includes models from the compact Volt 1 Gen 2, priced at $149, up to the Volt 4P Max, at $499. Developed by the team responsible for the Apollo interfaces, the Gen 2 lineup integrates Tone Shaping Preamps offering three switchable character modes—Warmth (Tube), Focus (Solid State), and Shine (British Class-A)—aimed at delivering record-ready tones directly at the input stage. This launch followed an October 1, 2026, overview comparing the Gen 2 interfaces to their predecessors, detailing how the new models support recording needs from solo artists to multiple musicians and emphasizing the preamps' ability to enrich recording character. Earlier, on September 30, 2026, the company highlighted how its Volt Max audio interfaces facilitate the use of classic compression, drawing on renowned studio legends such as the 1176 and LA-2A.
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