M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C vs Universal Audio Volt 2
M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C vs Universal Audio Volt 2: Evenly matched. Nothing on the chart above separates them: on every axis the catalog can score, the two...
The Ruling
M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C or Universal Audio Volt 2? Evenly matched.
Nothing on the chart above separates them: on every axis the catalog can score, the two land close enough that calling a winner would be reading noise — and they cost the same. Go on brand preference, warranty, or whichever you can get first.
At a Glance
How closely these two line up
Every axis is scored out of 10 from the catalog specs below. The scores are relative to the products on this page, so a 10 means “best of these”, not “perfect”, and two identical columns mean the catalog genuinely cannot separate them. Axes the catalog holds no figure for on both sides are left off entirely rather than guessed at.
| Category | M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C | Universal Audio Volt 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Resolution | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Preamps | 9.6/10 | 10/10 |
| Mic Inputs | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Monitoring | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Creator Features | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Connectivity | 10/10 | 10/10 |
The Split
What each one wins
M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C
Desktop audio interface intended for creator workflows, microphone input, monitoring, and clean signal routing.
It gives up dynamic range to the Universal Audio Volt 2. The two are priced the same, so price does not decide it.
Leads on
- Nothing on the spec sheet goes this one’s way.
Universal Audio Volt 2
2-in/2-out USB audio interface with high-quality preamps and analog-inspired tone shaping.
On paper the Universal Audio Volt 2 takes dynamic range (112dB, +8dB). It concedes nothing measurable on the sheet. The two are priced the same, so price does not decide it.
Leads on
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Dynamic Range +8dB112dB104dB
Wider converter dynamic range means less noise between the quietest and loudest parts of a take.
Where they’re identical
These 13 specs are the same on both of them, so none of it is part of the decision.
- Connection Type usb-c, xlr, trs
- Sample Rate 192kHz
- Bit Depth 24-bit
- Preamp Gain 55dB
- Phantom Power Yes
- XLR Inputs 2
- Headphone Outputs 1
- Direct Monitoring Yes
- Loopback No
- ADAT Expansion No
- MIDI I/O In/Out
- Bus Powered Yes
- TRS Outputs 2
The Record
19 specs, grouped by area
A group is won by whoever takes more of its rows outright. Specs the catalog cannot rank are shown but never decide a group.
Bottom Line
Who each one is for
Neither product wins outright on the specs the catalog holds, so the choice comes down to which set of strengths matches your work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C and Universal Audio Volt 2?
The largest gap is dynamic range, where the Universal Audio Volt 2 leads — 112dB against 104dB. Across the catalog's specification sheet the two differ on 1 spec. They match on 13 specs, including connection type, sample rate and bit depth. Two audio interfaces from M-Audio and Universal Audio, each taking a different approach to audio quality and I/O flexibility.
Which is better for streaming, M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C or Universal Audio Volt 2?
Evenly matched. Nothing on the chart above separates them: on every axis the catalog can score, the two land close enough that calling a winner would be reading noise — and they cost the same. Go on brand preference, warranty, or whichever you can get first.
What do the M-Audio M-Track 2x2M-C and Universal Audio Volt 2 have in common?
Both share 13 specifications in the catalog, including connection type (usb-c, xlr, trs), sample rate (192kHz), bit depth (24-bit) and preamp gain (55dB), among others. None of those is a reason to pick one over the other.