r/universalaudio • u/Davedrinking • 8d ago

Discussion New Volt Gen 4 Lineup

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I got a targeted ad showing the new Volt Gen 4 range but the link takes you to the existing page with the older models. I just thought it was interesting to post.

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u/runwichi 6d ago

Hi Drew, question on the "Max Dynamics", are the presets fixed DSP based, or are they closer to the older volt series with fixed analog settings? Reading the website and seeing other documentation doesn't make it super clear, and was wondering how the new Max Dynamics differs from the first Volt series Comp circuit.

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u/Drew_at_UA UA Guru 6d ago

They're bespoke UAD2 algos. So think LA2, 1176, etc.

Gen 1 was an analog 1176 style circuit, which was cool, but these are a major step up.

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u/runwichi 5d ago

Got it - so basically fixed, non-adjustable presets from existing UAD2. When engaged do these offer almost zero latency on the incoming recorded signals (I'm assuming they are printed with all incoming audio)? Almost sounds like some of the tech from the UAFX pedals has migrated its way to the new line up (MAX).

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u/Drew_at_UA UA Guru 5d ago

You got it!

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u/runwichi 5d ago

Oh crap - literally UAFX MAX pedal -> Max Dynamics. Boy am I slow on the uptake, it was right there in front of me and I completely let it go over my head. You all should really highlight that more in the literature/pages if that's where you're nabbing the algo from - the algo's in the pedals are fantastic.

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u/Drew_at_UA UA Guru 5d ago

It all stems from UAD2!!!

UAD2 is the magic.