The Arrow excels in its digital-to-analog conversion as compared to other interfaces in its price range. Fortunately, the company didn’t downgrade the audio quality that their products are famous for. There has apparently been a functional downsize of some sort, considering the nearly $200 drop from the $699 Apollo Twin Solo. And to be honest, it doesn’t suit them at all.

The color scheme applied to the screen is not irritating or toxic, something that more recent Pioneer and AKAI products have been experimenting with. The interface of the interface (pun intended) looks very clean and intuitive. It’s encased in a pleasantly-textured chassis made of aluminum. Speaking of design, I find this particular product very visually appealing. This compact body offers two channels of analog-to-digital conversion via two mic/line inputs and an instrument input, along with two monitor outputs and a headphone output. The Arrow is a very space-conscious desktop device that is designed to be as portable as a wallet. Setting this price could have been the company’s strategic move to penetrate the under $500 market. The Arrow now costs $499, thus becoming the most affordable Universal Audio interface ever made.

Most certainly, this device completes that line of notable devices. Universal Audio has been working hard over the years to ensure a steady flow of excellent products. Universal Audio Arrow 2×4 Audio Interface

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