Universal Audio Volt 176 Recording Studio Audio Interface w/ Software Suite
The Universal Audio Volt 176 Recording Studio puts UAās Vintage mic mode and an analog 76 Compressor into a compact 1-in/2-out desktop unit that makes first takes sound intentional, not provisional. It is built for creators who want a touch of analog behavior at the source, clean conversion, and a front panel that never asks for a manual mid-session.
Up front is a single XLR combo preamp for mic, line, or Hi-Z instrument, with 48 V phantom power ready for condensers and active DIs. Engage Vintage to apply a 610-style preamp contour that adds gentle harmonic lift and smoother transients on voice, DI bass, or acoustic instruments. When you need dynamics control without a plug-in, flip on the analog 76 Compressor and choose a preset voicing to level vocals, add guitar punch, or just catch fast peaks before they hit the converters.
The monitoring section is deliberately simple and quiet. A large Monitor control and a dedicated Phones level make gain staging obvious at a glance, and hardware direct monitoring blends live input with DAW return for near-zero-latency cue mixes that keep performers comfortable. Per-channel metering stays clear in low light, so you set trim once and get on with the take.
Rear-panel I/O covers the essentials without clutter. Balanced line outputs feed powered monitors or an outboard chain. MIDI In/Out integrates keyboards and drum machines without an extra interface or driver drama. USB-C provides bus power for mobile rigs, while optional external power can be added when peripherals demand more current. The metal chassis with wood side cheeks survives backpacks, tight desks, and the occasional remote session.
Leave Vintage and 76 off for a transparent path that loves plug-ins, or enable either when the source needs a nudge forward. Universal Audio Volt 176 Recording Studio is the pragmatic way to capture vocals, guitars, narration, and one-mic stereo tricks with repeatable results and just enough analog character to skip a few plug-ins later.
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- Windows, Mac, iPhone, and iPad compatible
- Included software from Ableton, Melodyne, Marshall, Ampeg and more
- Analog compression function
- Vintage Mic Preamp mode
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The Universal Audio Volt 176 Recording Studio puts UAās Vintage mic mode and an analog 76 Compressor into a compact 1-in/2-out desktop unit that makes first takes sound intentional, not provisional. It is built for creators who want a touch of analog behavior at the source, clean conversion, and a front panel that never asks for a manual mid-session.
Up front is a single XLR combo preamp for mic, line, or Hi-Z instrument, with 48 V phantom power ready for condensers and active DIs. Engage Vintage to apply a 610-style preamp contour that adds gentle harmonic lift and smoother transients on voice, DI bass, or acoustic instruments. When you need dynamics control without a plug-in, flip on the analog 76 Compressor and choose a preset voicing to level vocals, add guitar punch, or just catch fast peaks before they hit the converters.
The monitoring section is deliberately simple and quiet. A large Monitor control and a dedicated Phones level make gain staging obvious at a glance, and hardware direct monitoring blends live input with DAW return for near-zero-latency cue mixes that keep performers comfortable. Per-channel metering stays clear in low light, so you set trim once and get on with the take.
Rear-panel I/O covers the essentials without clutter. Balanced line outputs feed powered monitors or an outboard chain. MIDI In/Out integrates keyboards and drum machines without an extra interface or driver drama. USB-C provides bus power for mobile rigs, while optional external power can be added when peripherals demand more current. The metal chassis with wood side cheeks survives backpacks, tight desks, and the occasional remote session.
Leave Vintage and 76 off for a transparent path that loves plug-ins, or enable either when the source needs a nudge forward. Universal Audio Volt 176 Recording Studio is the pragmatic way to capture vocals, guitars, narration, and one-mic stereo tricks with repeatable results and just enough analog character to skip a few plug-ins later.
Shop All Universal Audio Effects and Devices
Shop All Pro Audio and Interfaces
Shop All New Arrivals
- Windows, Mac, iPhone, and iPad compatible
- Included software from Ableton, Melodyne, Marshall, Ampeg and more
- Analog compression function
- Vintage Mic Preamp mode
