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 176 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.
Specifications
I/O
Simultaneous I/O: 1-in / 2-out
Microphone Preamp: One, 55 dB available gain
with Vintage Preamp mode
and 76 Compressor
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
Input Impedance: 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 stereo 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
Our ONE WITH EVERYTHING ZEN WARRANTY extends the standard manufacturer warranty by one year, see our ZEN WARRANTY page for details.
