Universal Audio Volt 176 USB Recording Studio
Universal Audio

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
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
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