Universal Audio Volt 176 1-in/2-out USB 2.0 Audio Interface

Universal Audio Volt 176 - 1 x 2 USB 2.0 Audio Interface

The Universal Audio Volt 176 is the all new USB audio interface designed for singers, songwriters, musicians, livestreamers, and podcasters who want to easily record audio with big studio sound. The Volt176 is a compact, portable 1-in/2-out USB recording interface for Mac, PC, iPad, and iPhone that features a built-in Vintage Mic Preamp mode, enabling you to record with the sonic characteristics of the classic UA 610 tube preamp, plus a classic analogue compressor — ready to capture your inspiration with professional studio results.

The Volt 176 features an innovative compressor inspired by the classic 1176 limiting amplifier. It features three perfectly tailored presets to tame voice, guitars, synths and drum machines which provide album-ready punch and presence. Just plug in, pick a setting, and play.


Included Software

Offering a powerful DAW, vintage guitar and bass amps, industry-leading virtual instruments, and much more, Volt gives you everything you need to start producing music, podcasts, and livestreams, right out of the box.

• Ableton Live 11 Lite
• Marshall Plexi Classic Amp Bundle by Softube
• Melodyne Essential by Celemony
• LX480 Essentials by Relab Development
• Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Bundle by Plugin Alliance
• Virtual Drummer DEEP by UJAM
• Virtual Bassist DANDY by UJAM
• LABS by Spitfire Audio


Features:

• Desktop 1-in/2-out USB audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion for Mac, PC, iPad, and iPhone
• Vintage Mic Preamp mode lets you record voice or guitar with the rich, full sound of a classic UA tube preamp
• Built-in 76 Compressor adds instant clarity and punch to voice, instruments, and other sources with all-new analog circuit based on UA's iconic 1176
• Essential suite of audio and music software including Ableton, Melodyne, UJAM’s Virtual Drummer, Marshall, Ampeg, and more
• Studio-quality headphone amplifier for loud, clear monitoring
• USB bus powered for less cable clutter
• 48V phantom power for condenser microphones
• Direct Monitoring for latency-free recording
• Stylish, rugged construction built to withstand years of use
• 1-in/1-out MIDI connections


Volt System Requirements

Mac & PC

• Available USB 2.0 (or higher) port
• USB cable (included)
• Intel, AMD, or Apple Silicon processor
• (PC) Windows 10 64-bit edition
• (macOS) 10.14 Mojave or later
• Internet connection for software downloads


iPad & iPhone

• iPadOS / iOS 14 or later