Volt 176 USB Recording Studio
Volt 176 USB Recording Studio is Universal Audio’s 1 preamp, 1-in / 2-out complete USB recording solution with onboard compressor for Mac, PC, iPad, and iPhone
Product Highlights
- 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
- Overview
- Tech Specs
Supercharge your music with legendary sound.
Start recording right out of the box with a high-quality 1-in / 2-out USB audio interface, award-winning DAW, and suite of UAD plug-ins and instruments including classic Teletronix LA‑2A compressors and Pultec EQs, plus new favorites like PolyMAX Synth, Century Tube Channel Strip, and Oxide Tape Recorder.
Built with timeless UA analog sound, Volt 4 USB Recording Studio gives you the sound of your favorite records.
Highlights
- Get the sound of UA’s classic 610 preamps, 1176 compressor and professional-grade converters to capture every detail and nuance of your performance with up to 24-bit / 192 kHz quality
- 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 right in your home studio
- Level up your recording and mixing skills with tips and tutorials for beginners to advanced users
Record with 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.
Sound Like Your Favorite Records
We designed LUNA to bring the sound of classic tape machines and analog mixing consoles into a modern DAW, with intuitive workflows and unlimited track counts to capture your wildest ideas.
Record & Mix with Premium UAD Plug-Ins
Mix like the pros with a suite of UAD plug-ins and instruments including classic Teletronix LA‑2A compressors and Pultec EQs, plus new favorites like PolyMAX Synth, Century Tube Channel Strip, Galaxy Tape Echo, Pure Plate Reverb, Oxide Tape Recorder, and Verve Analog Machines Essentials.
I/O | |
Monitor Outputs | Two (one stereo pair) |
Headphone Output | One stereo |
USB | One USB 2.0 port (USB Type-C connector) |
MIDI | In, Out (two 5-pin DIN connectors) |
A/D – D/A Conversion | |
Supported Sample Rates (kHz) | 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 |
Bit Depth | 24 |
ANALOG I/O |
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Microphone Input(s) | |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.1 dB |
Dynamic Range (A–weighted) | 112 dB |
THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS) | -103 dB (0.0007 %) |
Equivalent Input Noise (150 Ohms, A-weighted) | -127 dBu |
Maximum Input Level | 9 dBu |
Digital Audio I/O | 3 Kilohms |
Available Gain | 55 dB |
Phantom Power | +48V (switchable) |
Connector Type | XLR Female, pin 2 positive |
Instrument Input(s) | |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.05 dB |
Dynamic Range (A–weighted) | 111 dB |
THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS) | -84 dB (0.006 %) |
Maximum Input Level | 12.5 dBu |
Input Impedance | 1 Megohms |
Available Gain | 55 dB |
Connector Type | ¼” TS unbalanced |
Line Input(s) | |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.05 dB |
Dynamic Range (A–weighted) | 111 dB |
THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS) | -102 dB (0.0008 %) |
Maximum Input Level | 22 dBu |
Input Impedance | 15 Kilohms |
Available Gain | 55 dB |
Connector Type | ¼” TRS balanced or TS unbalanced |
Monitor & Line Output(s) | |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.1 dB |
Dynamic Range (A–weighted) | 110 dB |
THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS) | -102.5 dB (0.00075%) |
Maximum Output Level | 15 dBu |
Output Impedance | 100 Ohms |
Connector Type | ¼” TRS balanced or TS unbalanced |
Headphone Output(s | |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.1 dB |
Dynamic Range (A–weighted) | 110 dB |
THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS) | -102.5 dB (0.00075%) |
Maximum Output Level | 15 dBu |
Output Impedance | 100 Ohms |
Connector Type | ¼” TRS balanced or TS unbalanced |
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS |
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macOS & Windows | Available USB 2.0 (or higher) port USB cable (included) Intel, AMD, or Apple silicon processor Windows 10 or Windows 11 (64-bit editions) macOS Catalina 10.15 or newer operating system Internet connection for software downloads |
iPad & iPhone | iPadOS / iOS 14 or newer |
Included UA Software
- LUNA Digital Audio Workstation
- PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth
- Century Tube Channel Strip
- Pultec Passive EQ Collection
- Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler Collection
- Galaxy Tape Echo
- Pure Plate Reverb
- Oxide Tape Recorder
- Verve Analog Machines Essentials
Included 3rd Party Software
- Marshall® Plexi Classic Amp Bundle by Softube
- Ableton Live Lite
- Melodyne Essential by Celemony
- Ampeg® SVT-VR Classic Bass Bundle by Plugin Alliance
- LX480 Essentials by Relab Development
- Virtual Drummer DEEP by UJAM
- Virtual Bassist DANDY by UJAM
- LABS by Spitfire Audio