Universal Audio announces new Volt and Volt Max audio interfaces. Six new bus-powered USB audio interfaces combine legendary UA sound, smart recording features, and seamless hardware/software integration - starting at $149 MAP. SCOTTS VALLEY, CA - October 1, 2026 - Universal Audio Inc. (UA), a worldwide leader in audio production tools, is proud to introduce Volt Gen 2 and Volt Max, a new generation of USB audio interfaces built for musicians, producers, and podcasters. The six new models combine 32-bit audio conversion with Tone Shaping Preamps, Max dynamics processing, smart recording features, and integration with LUNA and today's leading DAWs. "Every artist has a sound they're chasing," says Bill Putnam Jr., CEO of Universal Audio. "We want Volt Gen 2 to give people the confidence to explore that sound, experiment, and keep creating - whether they're recording their first song or working on their tenth album." Built by the team behind industry-standard Apollo interfaces, Volt Gen 2 brings UA analog sound and workflows to an easy-to-use format. The new lineup features Tone Shaping Preamps with three switchable character modes - Warmth (Tube), Focus (Solid State), and Shine (British Class-A) - putting record-ready tones at the input stage with the push of a button. All models except the Volt 1 feature a full-color Smart Display for at-a-glance monitoring of inputs, gain, tone shaping, and more. These models also add Auto-Gain with Clip Protection, automatically setting the optimal input level, and can automatically detect mic, line, and instrument sources, making setup faster and easier for creators of all stripes. Volt Max models feature Max Processing, with six one-touch dynamics presets derived from UA's classic 1176, LA-2A, and VCA compressor emulations. Processing happens in realtime with no added latency, and Volt's Tone Shaping Preamps can be combined with Max compression presets like "Rap Vocal" or "Jangly Acoustic" - giving creators more than 18 sonic combinations per channel. Volt Gen 2 and Volt Max both come with the UAD Volt Studio Bundle, a collection of 15 plug-ins including the LA-2A and 1176 compressors, Topline Vocal Tune, Showtime '64 and Lion '68 guitar amps, Anthem and PolyMAX synthesizers, and LUNA - UA's fully featured DAW with smart recording tools. All models also come with Celemony's Melodyne Essential and three months of access to FL Studio Producer Edition, plus additional plug-ins and instruments from UJAM, Splice, and more. Volt works with all major DAWs, including Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Ableton Live, GarageBand, and FL Studio. Volt is also deeply integrated with UA's own LUNA DAW, letting users control their interface directly from the software. New to LUNA 3.0 is LUNA Play - a streamlined new interface for simple, musician-friendly songwriting and recording. Key features. * Six new USB audio interfaces with professional 32-bit / 192 kHz A/D and D/A conversion * Tone Shaping Preamps with Warmth (Tube), Focus (Solid State), and Shine (British Class-A) modes * Max Processing for onboard realtime compression with six presets modeled on UA's 1176, LA-2A, and VCA compressor styles* * Auto-Gain and Clip Protection for perfect recording levels, every time** * Full-color Smart Display for bright, at-a-glance visual feedback, including gain-reduction metering (all models except Volt 1 Gen 2) * Includes LUNA Digital Audio Workstation, UAD plug-ins, Melodyne Essential, a three-month trial of FL Studio, and more * Compatible with all major DAWs, including Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, FL Studio, and GarageBand * USB bus-powered and class-compliant for easy setup with Mac, Windows, iPad, and iPhone * ADAT optical input for up to 8 channels of digital expansion on Volt 4 Gen 2 and all Max models * MIDI In/Out, built-in Talkback mic, and speaker switching on select models * Stylish, rugged construction built to last * Available to purchase from retailers worldwide starting October 1, 2026 Pricing & models. MAP pricing (US). Specifications and included software subject to change without notice. *Max Processing only available with Volt Max models - Volt 2 Max, Volt 4 Max, and Volt 4P Max. **Auto-Gain with Clip Protection and Smart Display not available on Volt 1 Gen 2. Requires an Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (except iPhone / iPads with USB-C). Windows systems use the ASIO driver, available in the UA Connect app. Requirements for bus-power vary by model and device. About Universal Audio Inc. Universal Audio (UA) is a pioneer in audio and music production tools, with a rich 60-year history of craftsmanship and innovation. UA today enables millions of audio and music creators worldwide, with industry-standard Apollo and Volt recording interfaces, UAD plug-ins, UAFX pedals, advanced audio machine learning, LUNA recording suite, and UA Custom Shop hardware. UA is headquartered in Scotts Valley, California, with passionate employees worldwide - united by its goal of "Inspiring Sound for Generations." (C) 2026 Universal Audio, Inc. All rights reserved. Product features, specifications, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice. The "Universal Audio" name, UA "diamond" logo, "Apollo," "Apollo Twin," "UAD," "Powered Plug-Ins," and "LUNA Recording System" are trademarks or registered trademarks of Universal Audio Inc.

UA and Moises bring powerful Lyric Transcription and Chord Extraction features to LUNA. Moises integration helps musicians transcribe vocals and map chords directly in their LUNA sessions. SCOTTS VALLEY, CA - September 22, 2026 - Universal Audio Inc. (UA), a worldwide leader in audio production tools, today announced a new integration with Moises, bringing Lyric Transcription and Chord Extraction directly into LUNA, UA's award-winning DAW. The integration makes it easier to follow lyrics, understand chord progressions, and build new parts from existing performances - all without leaving a session. Released in 2020, LUNA was the first DAW to offer authentic analog channel strips, summing, and tape extensions from API, Studer, and Ampex. With today's announcement, LUNA continues to evolve as a musician-focused DAW, combining professional recording tools with smart features designed to remove the barriers between inspiration and a finished record. Available in UA's fully equipped LUNA Studio, the new Moises-powered tools let musicians transcribe vocals and identify chords directly in their projects. Lyric Transcription automatically creates a time-aligned lyric browser, while Chord Extraction detects chords from audio and maps them to LUNA's Chord Track, allowing users to add new parts with ARA plug-ins like Celemony Tonalic. Together, the tools make it faster to learn a song, build new arrangements, or follow along during a session. "Great songs start with ideas, and the best tools help musicians bring those ideas to life." said Bill Putnam Jr., CEO of Universal Audio. "In this new era for LUNA, we're making it easier than ever to capture those ideas and follow them wherever they take you... and Moises' chord and lyric tools are a natural fit for that." "Learning a song, mapping its chords, and building on it should happen in one place," said Geraldo Ramos, CEO and Co-Founder of Moises. "With Universal Audio, we're bringing our Lyric Transcription and Chord Extraction tools directly into LUNA, so musicians can move from a reference track to creating new parts without interrupting their session." Moises-powered Lyric Transcription and Chord Extraction are available with LUNA Studio, priced at $199 USD. LUNA Studio is also included with UAD Spark Studio, available for $19.99/month or $149.99/year. About Moises Moises is the creative suite used by 80 million musicians worldwide, giving everyone from hobbyists to world-class artists studio-level tools to practice, perform, create, and collaborate across mobile, desktop, and web. Powered by more than 50 proprietary AI models, the platform processes nearly six years' worth of audio every day. Built by a global team with experience at Spotify, Pandora, and TikTok, Moises was named Apple's 2024 iPad App of the Year and is available worldwide in 33 languages. About Universal Audio Inc. Universal Audio (UA) is a pioneer in audio and music production tools, with a rich 60-year history of craftsmanship and innovation. UA today enables millions of audio and music creators worldwide, with industry-standard Apollo and Volt recording interfaces, UAD plug-ins, UAFX pedals, advanced audio machine learning, LUNA recording suite, and UA Custom Shop hardware. UA is headquartered in Scotts Valley, California, with passionate employees worldwide - united by its goal of "Inspiring Sound for Generations." (C) 2026 Universal Audio, Inc. All rights reserved. Product features, specifications, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice. The "Universal Audio" name, UA "diamond" logo, "Apollo," "Apollo Twin," "UAD," "Powered Plug-Ins," and "LUNA Recording System" are trademarks or registered trademarks of Universal Audio Inc.

Celemony tonalic comes to Universal Audio Luna 3.0. Plugin putting studio performances by top players into a song and reshapes them now integrated directly through ARA into the just-released Luna 3.0 DAW. Celemony announced that the Tonalic plugin, which puts studio performances by top players into a song and reshapes them, is now integrated directly through ARA (Audio Random Access) interface extension into the just-released Luna 3.0 DAW from Universal Audio. The Tonalic engine, built on Celemony's DNA technology, follows the chords, tempo and groove of the song they're dropped into. In Luna, this means a producer with a chord progression and an idea can audition a guitar part against the song while it plays, drag it onto the timeline, extend it across a section, and change the chords three weeks later with the same performance still following along. The session stays open right up to the last minute, and what plays from the first bar is a real player, recorded in a real studio. Tonalic opens from the Warp menu of an Audio Track, alongside Melodyne, and provides access to more than 30 session musicians within the editor. Performances, called Tonalics, can be browsed and auditioned in place. Dragging a Tonalic onto a track, or below the existing tracks, creates a new track and opens Tonalic ARA. Transitions, fills and endings from the same session can also be added from the Set page. "Luna began as a place to record and mix, and more and more people now write their songs in it," says Leo Waidosch, director Content & Product at Celemony. "That is exactly where Tonalic belongs. You have a chord progression and a rough idea, and what you hear are world-class musicians going along with it, following your idea while the song is still taking shape. That is for anyone who likes to work quickly and fluently and wants the result to sound like a record, which is what Luna users are used to." Luna Studio owners receive Tonalic essential, which includes acoustic and electric guitar performances by Uwe Bossert, guitarist of pop-rock band Reamonn ("Supergirl"), as a perpetual license. The license is redeemed through UA Connect and activated through a free Tonalic account at tonalic.com. Tonalic essential provides an entry point to the platform, with upgrade options for users who want access to additional musicians, instruments and creative controls. Tonalic in Luna requires Luna 3.0 and Tonalic 1.0.4 or later. It also runs in other major DAWs as a VST3, AU or AAX plugin, with ARA integration available in Studio One Pro, Fender Studio Pro, Cubase, Nuendo and Waveform Pro.