Description
Universal Audio Volt 176 Audio Interface (USB)
1-in / 2-out 24-bit / 192 kHz USB audio interface with onboard effects, included software and DAW for Mac, PC, iPad, and iPhone.
Get legendary analog sound at the push of a button. Start recording right out of the box with a high-quality 1-in / 2-out USB audio interface, plus a suite of UAD plug-ins and the LUNA Digital Audio Workstation. Built with timeless UA analog sound, Volt 176 gives you the sound of your favorite records.
Key Benefits
- Enjoy the rich, album-ready sound of classic UA 610 preamps with Vintage mode
- Add clarity and punch to vocals, instruments, and more with an analog compressor based on the renowned 1176
- Record and mix with the award-winning LUNA Digital Audio Workstation, giving you the sound and workflow of a real analog studio
- Create using the same UAD plug-ins and instruments trusted by top industry pros for the sound of your favorite records
- Level up your recording and mixing skills with tips and tutorials for beginners to advanced users
- Take Volt anywhere with support for MacOS, Windows, iPad, iPhone (iOS 14+) for laptops, desktop, and mobile recording*
Enjoy Studio-Quality Sound at Home. Powered by Universal Audio’s award-winning preamp and converter technology, Volt elevates any recording with pro studio sound, even for those just starting.
Get Analog Warmth with Vintage Mic Preamp Mode. Plug in your mic or instrument, press the Vintage button, and experience the rich, full sound of the renowned UA 610 tube preamp - one of the most recorded mic preamps of all time.
Control Volume Peaks with UA Compression. Get album-ready punch and presence with Volt 176's onboard 76 Compressor — an innovative analog circuit inspired by UA's renowned 1176 Limiting Amplifier. The 76 Compressor features presets to tame voice, guitars, synths, and drum machines. So you can just plug in, pick a setting, and play.
Shape Your Songs with UAD Plug-Ins and LUNA. Every Volt includes over 15 UAD plug-ins and instruments - the same software used to create and mix countless hit records for decades. Plus you get LUNA, UA’s award-winning DAW with authentic "big studio" sound and smart tools designed to make recording easy.
Level Up Your Production Skills. From beginner tutorials to advanced techniques, Volt 1 includes tons of helpful content to get you up and running fast, plus access to exclusive Puremix content to learn as you go.
Key Features
- Desktop 1-in / 2-out USB audio interface with 1 preamp and class-leading 24-bit / 192 kHz audio conversion
- Vintage Mic Preamp mode for recording your voice, guitar, or any instrument with the rich, full sound of an iconic UA tube preamp
- 76 Compressor adds clarity and punch to vocals, instruments, and other sources with analog circuit based on UA's renowned 1176
- Listen in realtime as you record with Direct Monitoring for latency-free recording
- Bus-powered and class-compliant for hassle-free set-up with Mac, PC, iPad, and iPhone using the included USB-C to USB-A cable*
- Studio-quality headphone amplifier for loud, clear monitoring
- 48V phantom power for condenser microphones
- Stylish, rugged construction built to withstand years of use
- Connect MIDI controllers, synths, and drum machines through the onboard 1-in / 1-out MIDI connection
*Requires external Volt power supply and an Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (except iPads with USB-C).
Included FREE UA Software. Get a collection of premium UAD plug-ins and instruments compatible with any DAW, as used on award-winning albums, plus LUNA, the world's only DAW with authentic analog sound and smart tools that make recording, mixing, and mastering easier.†
UAD Volt Studio Bundle
- LUNA Digital Audio Workstation
- Topline Vocal Tune
- UA 610 Tube Preamp & EQ Collection
- Century Tube Channel Strip
- Teletronix LA-2A Tube Compressor
- UA 1176 Classic FET Compressor
- Pure Plate Reverb
- Galaxy Tape Echo
- Oxide Tape Recorder
- Vibe Analog Machines
- PolyMAX Synth
- Anthem Analog Synth
- UAD Lion '68 Super Lead Amp
- UAD Showtime '64 Tube Amp
Additional Software
- Melodyne Essential by Celemony
- Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Bundle by Plugin Alliance
- Includes Ampeg SVT-VR Classic, bx_Tuner, bx_Masterdesk_Classic
- Virtual Drummer DEEP by UJAM
- Virtual Bassist DANDY by UJAM
- Splice INSTRUMENT
†Included UAD Volt Studio and third-party software bundles subject to change without notice.