Much of the Volt 276 is exactly the same as the Volt 2: Two inputs, two outputs, headphone output, direct monitoring, two preamps with Vintage Mode, MIDI in/out. The basic sound is also identical. But the higher price of the 276 gets you more than just fancy side panels. Desktop 2-in/2-out USB audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion for Mac, PC, iPad, and iPhone Most players looking for a quality, low-cost, portable USB interface for their home studio – or for recording on the go – have traditionally leaned toward Focusrite and their Scarlett range of desktop interfaces. This isn’t to say that this interface misses the mark with features; far from it. The UA Volt is a full-featured audio interface with a delightfully small footprint and a simplistic control set. a broadband speed boost to the next available level (up to a max of 1Gbps) in your household with up to three WiFi Pods if needed

The monitoring section on the right hand side offers a large volume knob for the rear monitor outputs and a headphone output with separate volume. The Direct button sends the input signals directly to the monitor outputs and headphones for latency-free monitoring. As there’s no full-fledged monitor mixer, UA has come up with a simple, yet practical solution for handling mono and stereo signals: By pressing the button once or twice, you can select whether the two input channels should be panned to the left and right or summed in the center. With Volt, you can easily add the rich, full sound of iconic UA mic preamps. Each Volt Series USB Interface uses class-leading 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion for Mac, PC, iPad, and iPhone. Why are soundcards designed for left handed people? Headphones should be on the left and inputs should be on the right. Having those cables criss-crossed is annoying. Left handed people rejoyce!The bottom line is that most of these devices are pretty comparable. The Volt 2 certainly deserves a spot on the list of top interfaces in this price range, but the differences between the options are minor enough that you should probably just stop deliberating and go with something already. Final thoughts on the Volt 2 Plus, get a broadband speed boost to the next available level (up to a max of 1Gbps) and supercharged connectivity at home and on the move. I’m a Virgin Media broadband customer with Volt benefits (as a result of living with an O2 Pay Monthly plan customer)

You can use the Volt anytime, anywhere and be assured that each interface won’t let you down as it promises the robust build quality that Universal Audio have become known for.Tip: You can power Volt by connecting the included USB-A to barrel connector power cable to a USB power adapter, then connecting the barrel plug to this power inlet on Volt. Volt’s best-in-class audio quality serves as its foundation, but this is just the beginning. Volt is also the perfect "on-the-go" audio interface and features an exclusive analog Vintage Mic Preamp circuit, inspired by our legendary UA 610 mic preamp. Plus, some Volt models feature the analog 76 Compressor inspired by our iconic 1176 limiter heard on thousands of classic records. Volt also includes MIDI for connection to a wide range of devices, and direct monitoring capability for latency-free recording. This has become a common theme with many interface manufacturers, and it’s great to see Universal Audio doing the same. Features (8.5/10) I/O

Jeff Dodds, Chief Operating Officer at Virgin Media O2 said, “With Volt, we’re combining the speed and reliability of Virgin Media’s broadband and O2’s mobile networks alongside a variety of incredible perks to give our customers more. The small footprint is ideal for mobile recording or tight desktop studio setups. Plus, the chassis is made from metal, so you have the confidence it can withstand years of rigorous use.

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Use TRS (balanced) audio cables for the best results with balanced audio sources. Balanced equipment uses three conductor wiring (via TRS or XLR connectors) to reduce interference and electrical noise, and to provide better audio quality over longer cable runs. Use TS (unbalanced) cables for instruments that are not balanced, such as an electric guitar or bass, or an unbalanced synth or sound module. TS connections may also be suitable for shorter input cables, where electrical interference noise may not be an issue. Say hello to Volt ⚡ @O2 and @VirginMedia have joined forces to supercharge the UK. Our first joint product offers customers: With a dynamic range of around 110 dB, the Volt 2 has some of the better-quality mic inputs among entry-level interfaces.

A higher dynamic range gives additional headroom while recording. This way, you can record hotter signals and worry less about clipping. The UA Volt 2 is USB bus-powered from the connection to the computer. A 5V connection is also available for any computers that may struggle with power requirements/be under a heavy load. supercharged speeds, data and WiFi, meaning double the mobile data on every eligible O2 Pay Monthly plan in your householdOne of the more unique features we were particularly excited to try out was the Vintage Preamp mode. It’s a cool idea, but I’ll be honest: I think this feature is a little over-hyped. I played around with it and didn’t feel like the setting made too much of a difference, and I ended up just using the standard, non-vintage option. If you’re evaluating a few different audio interfaces, I wouldn’t let this feature be the deciding factor. With these preamps you’ll get a nice 55 dB gain range and an equivalent input noise (EIN) of around -129 dB.