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Volt 176 USB Audio Interface

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Enjoy the rich, album-ready sound of classic UA 610 preamps with Vintage Mic Preamp Mode
Add clarity and punch to vocals, instruments, and more with an analog compressor based on our 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*

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Details

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

What’s Included

Included Software for Mac & PC

LUNA Digital Audio Workstation
UAD Topline Vocal Tune
UA 610 Tube Preamp & EQ Collection
Century Tube Channel Strip
Pure Plate Reverb
Galaxy Tape Echo
UAD Lion '68 Super Lead Amp
UAD Showtime ’64 Tube Amp
Anthem Analog Synth
PolyMAX Synth
Teletronix LA-2A Tube Compressor
UA 1176 Classic FET Compressor
Oxide Tape Recorder
Vibe Analog Machines

Included 3rd Party Software (subject to change):

Melodyne Essential by Celemony
Ampeg® SVT-VR Classic Bass Bundle by Plugin Alliance
Virtual Drummer DEEP by UJAM
Virtual Bassist DANDY by UJAM
Splice INSTRUMENT
Access to exclusive Puremix audio education content

Shipping & Returns

Shipping: Enjoy free standard ground shipping on US hardware orders over $100. Expedited delivery is available for a fee. See full shipping details.

Returns: You can return eligible hardware within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. Return shipping costs are non-refundable. See full return details.

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Start Creating, Instantly

Volt helps you sound like a finished record. Its effortless plug-and-play setup means you’ll be laying down your first track in minutes. With simple front panel controls, built-in direct monitoring so you never have to worry about latency, and full compatibility with your favorite DAW, you’ll be ready to go in no time.

Get Analog Warmth with Vintage Mic Preamp Mode

Add timeless UA analog warmth using Vintage Mic Preamp Mode. Just plug in your mic or instrument, press the Vintage button, and experience the rich, full sound inspired by the UA 610 tube console — one of the most renowned 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.

Record and Mix with LUNA — Our Award-Winning DAW

LUNA is our award winning DAW that’s built for the future of music creation, giving you the incredible sound of an analog studio with smart tools that make recording easier. Unlock your creativity and sound like the records you love with features like unlimited track counts, Voice Control, Instrument Detection, and more.

Mix Like the Pros with Included UAD Plug-Ins

Create music you love with the same gear found in professional studios. Volt includes award-winning software emulations of our 1176 and LA-2A compressors, Anthem and PolyMAX Synths, UAD Lion ’68 Super Lead Amp, and more.

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.

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: 1/4" 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: 1/4" 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: 1/4" 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: 1/4" 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

Reviews

4.7

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars

Based on 38 reviews

97%would recommend this product

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KM
K. M.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
1 year ago
Great
Superb quality in homerecording
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c. d.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
1 year ago
My first Audio interface
This is my first audio interface to ever start my journey off with and I think I picked well, this interface does everything i need it, its slick, compact and sturdy, i use all the knobs and they dont feel flimsy or anything, In all honesty the compressor doesnt seem to do a TON but im still figuring it out I suppose, I used this with the SD-1 mic and it works perfect so no complaints except that I sometimes hear a crackling on certain buffer sizes in FL studio but thats it.
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M. V.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
1 year ago
Best gear
Best sound!! But i have problem in fl studio with 1024 & 2048 buffer size.. Please fix it
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M. A.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
1 year ago
Excellent product
One of the best budget interfaces I have used so far contrary to UAD x4 gen 2 with which I have had so many problems despite the huge difference in Price. I actually bought the x4 based on my great experience with Volt. I bought the ultimate bundle and still struggling with crackles and incompatibility both on Mac and Windows. I really regret buying it.
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K. C.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
1 year ago
Great for home recordists
The sound is natural and accurate. The vintage compressor is highly useful, and the vintage pre-amp sounds authentic.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Vintage preamp mode is an all-analog circuit designed exclusively for Volt interfaces, giving you the rich, full sound of UA tube preamps on your mic, line, and instrument inputs. To enable the feature, simply press the VINTAGE button.

The 76 Compressor lets you add clarity and punch to voice, guitars, and more, with an analog compressor inspired by UA's iconic 1176 FET Compressor. Press the 76 COMPRESSOR button repeatedly to cycle through the presets or disable the circuit (VOC, GTR, FAST, or OFF).

Yes! Volt is class-compliant USB so it can be used with a wide variety of devices. Your device may require an adapter and external power source to connect to Volt.

All Volt interfaces include software and plug-ins to start creating music right out of the box. For the entire list of included software, refer to the “What’s Included” tab above. Or visit our Volt Knowledge Base for more information.

Check our Knowledge Base for additional questions