Vibe-rich tube-emulation circuitry, a built-in analog 1176-style compressor, pristine pro-grade conversion, and an impressive bundle of music production software make the Universal Audio Volt 176 portable 1x2 audio interface a top-notch yet affordable win for quality-conscious vocalists, musicians, and even content creators such as podcasters and livestreamers. Attractive, sturdy, and compact, this bus-powered USB Type-C interface is equally capable in a computer-based home studio or on the go with your iPad or iPhone.
Plug a mic, guitar, or synth into the Volt 176`s mic preamp and press the Vintage switch to impart the pleasing character of an emulated UA vintage 610 tube preamp to your voice or instrument. Keep peaks under control while adding punch with three selectable presets of 1176-like analog compression. Direct monitoring lets you hear yourself with no distracting latency, and there are separate volume controls for the speaker and headphone outputs. Got a beat machine or keyboard controller? Connect them to the MIDI 5-pin ports on the rear panel to easily integrate them with your setup. Knowing the value of good tools, Universal Audio bundled the Volt 176 with versatile and creativity-inspiring software tailored for music makers. From the popular Ableton Live Lite DAW and UJAM virtual instruments, to guitar/bass amp simulations, Melodyne pitch correction, and high-end processors for mixing and mastering, there`s a bit of everything to help you transform ideas into polished productions.
Best-In-Class Sound for Yourself
From the team that brought you the game-changing Apollo interface, Volt 176 delivers superior studio sound quality with character and tone far beyond its class.
Classic Vocal Tone
Few sounds can compare to a vintage Universal Audio 610 tube preamp, as used to record everyone from Ray Charles to Van Halen. Volt 176 gives you the rich, full sound of this classic UA mic/line/instrument preamp, thanks to its built-in tube emulation circuitry, a UA exclusive.
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 classic 1176 Limiting Amplifier. The 76 Compressor features three perfectly tailored presets to tame voice, guitars, synths, and drum machines. Just plug in, pick a setting, and play.
Inspiring Software
Some audio interfaces give you a smattering of random audio apps. Not Volt. Instead, UA put together a bundle of serious music production tools, virtual instruments, and plug-ins including Ableton, Melodyne, UJAMs Virtual Drummer, Marshall, Ampeg, and more.
- Ableton Ableton Live Lite (music production DAW)
- Softube Marshall Plexi Classic Amp (guitar amp sim)
- Softube Time & Tone Bundle (mixing effects processors)
- Celemony Melodyne Essential (pitch correction)
- Relab LX480 Essentials (classic studio reverb)
- Plugin Alliance Ampeg SVT-VR Classic (bass amp sim)
- Brainworx bx_tuner (guitar/bass tuner)
- Brainworx bx_masterdesk Classic (mastering processor)
- UJAM Virtual Drummer DEEP (virtual drum instrument)
- Virtual Bassist DANDY (virtual bass instrument)
- Spitfire LABS (virtual instrument)
Access to UAD Spark Plug-Ins on Mac
Also included with the interface is a 30-day trial of UAD Spark, a subscription-based collection of plug-ins and virtual instruments that run natively on your Mac computer`s CPU no UA hardware required. Get exclusive instruments and tools with an ever-expanding library, and give your recordings the analog tones heard on hit albums.
Easy In, Easy Out
Volt 176 gives you simple 1-in / 2-out audio connections. Just plug a mic or instrument into the XLR-1/4" combo jack on the front panel. Then, connect your speakers or headphones via 1/4" sockets to monitor your audio with no latency. With Volt, you`ll be creating like a pro, fast.
iPad and iPhone Ready
Traveling light? Plug Volt 176 into your iPad or iPhone, and you can easily create beats and samples, record your band`s rehearsals, and edit songs anywhere. An external Volt power supply and an Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter are required (available separately) for iOS mobile devices other than iPad Pros with USB Type-C.
Made to Last
Featuring rugged all-metal construction, retro wood sides, and sleek industrial design, Volt 176 elevates your production space with impeccable style, built to last for decades.
Additional Features
- Class-leading 24-bit / 192 kHz audio conversion
- Studio-quality headphone amplifier for loud, clear monitoring
- Separate volume controls for headphone and monitor outputs
- USB bus powered to reduce cable clutter
- 48V phantom power for condenser microphones
- Direct Monitoring for latency-free recording
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Universal Audio VOLT 176 Specs
| Form Factor | Desktop |
| Display | 3 x Multi-Segment LED Meter |
| Channels of I/O | Analog: 1 Input / 2 Outputs |
| Maximum Sampling Rate | 192 kHz / 24-Bit |
| Number of Microphone Preamps | 1 Preamp |
| Input Level Adjustment | 1 x Knob |
| Expansion Slots | None |
Signal Processing
| Pad | None |
| High-Pass Filter | None |
| Solo/Mute | None |
Connectivity
| Analog Audio I/O | 1 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z Input (Front Panel) 2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Monitor Output 1 x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output (Front Panel) |
| Phantom Power | 48 V, Selectable On/Off |
| Digital Audio I/O | None |
| Host Connection / USB | 1 x USB-C |
| Host Connection Protocol | USB 2.0 |
| USB (Non-Host) | None |
| Sync I/O | None |
| Network I/O | None |
| MIDI I/O | 1 x DIN 5-Pin Input 1 x DIN 5-Pin Output |
| Wireless Connectivity | None |
Digital Audio
| Sample Rates | Up to 192 kHz |
| Sample Rate Conversion | None |
| Bit Depths | 24-Bit |
| Latency | Zero-Latency Direct Monitoring |
| Sync Sources | Internal |
Audio Storage & Playback
| Memory Card Slot | None |
Compatibility
| OS Compatibility | macOS 10.14 or Later Windows 10 (64-Bit Only) iOS 14 or Later iPadOS 14 or Later *As of November, 2021: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
| Included Software | Ableton Live Lite |
| Compatible Software (Not Included) | Any Core Audio (Mac) Compliant Software |
| Included Plug-Ins | Delay: Softube Tube Delay Dynamics: Softube Drawmer S73 Intelligent Master Processor Guitar & Bass: Softube Marshall Plexi Classic Amp Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Harmonic & Tape: Softube Saturation Knob Special Processing: Brainworx bx_masterdesk Classic Reverb & Room: Relab LX480 Essentials Softube TSAR-1R Reverb Tuning: Celemony Melodyne Essential Brainworx bx_tuner Virtual Instruments: UJAM Virtual Drummer DEEP UJAM Virtual Bassist DANDY Spitfire LABS |
| Processor Requirement | Mac: Intel Apple M1 PC: Intel AMD |
| Mobile Device Compatibility | iPad Pro iPad iPhone |
| Required Hardware | Available USB 2.0 Port USB Cable (Included) |
| Internet Connection | Required for Registration, Software/Driver Download |
Power
| Power Requirements | AC/DC Power Adapter (Not Included) or USB Bus Power |
| AC/DC Power Adapter | 5 VDC (Not Included) |
Physical
| Anti-Theft Features | Kensington Security Slot |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 2.225 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.4 x 7.6 x 4.4" |
In the Box
- Universal Audio Volt 176 Portable 1x2 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface with Built-In Compressor
- USB Type-C to USB Type-A Cable
- 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
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