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The Universal Audio Volt 176 USB Recording Studio is a professional-grade, bus-powered desktop audio interface that combines UA’s legendary analog design with modern USB-C connectivity. Featuring one microphone preamp with selectable 610-style Vintage Preamp Mode and a built-in 1176-derived FET compressor with three expert presets, the Volt 176 brings pro-quality tone and dynamic control to your recordings. Ideal for music production, livestreaming, and podcasting, this interface also offers stereo analog outputs, a headphones output, direct monitoring, and MIDI I/O, all in a rugged retro-inspired design with wood side panels.

With class-leading 24-bit/192kHz AD/DA conversion, the Volt 176 USB Recording Studio ensures true-to-life sound with clarity and dimensionality. Its analog circuitry preserves your instrument’s natural tone while delivering the warmth of tube-style preamps and the punch of a real analog FET compressor. Bus-powered and compact, it’s perfect for desktop setups and mobile production. Available from Sky Music Australia, it’s a complete solution for musicians and engineers seeking studio-quality sound in a small package.

Features

• 1-in/2-out USB-C audio interface with one microphone preamp/input channel
• Class-leading 24-bit/192 kHz AD/DA conversion
• Selectable 610-style Vintage Preamp Mode for tubelike dynamic saturation and clipping
• Built-in 1176-derived FET analog compressor with 3 preset modes (Vocals, Guitars, Fast)
• Convenient input metering for easy level adjustment
• Stereo analog outputs and 22 W headphone output for high-impedance headphones
• Direct monitoring for zero-latency recording
• MIDI I/O for synthesizers and controllers
• Rugged, retro-inspired industrial design with wood side panels
• Includes LUNA DAW software, PolyMAX Synth, Century Tube Channel Strip, Teletronix LA-2A, Pultec Passive EQ, and Ableton Live Lite
• Bus-powered operation (5 V DC power supply optional)

Specs

• Computer Connectivity: USB-C / USB 2.0
• Form Factor: Desktop
• Simultaneous I/O: 1 x 2
• Number of Preamps: 1
• Phantom Power: Yes (48 V)
• A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192 kHz
• Analog Inputs: 1 x XLR / 1/4" combo (mic/instrument)
• Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4" TRS
• Headphones: 1 x 1/4"
• MIDI I/O: In/Out
• USB: 1 x USB-C
• Software: LUNA DAW, PolyMAX Synth, Century Tube Channel Strip, Teletronix LA-2A, Pultec Passive EQ, Ableton Live Lite
• OS Requirements – Mac: macOS 10.15 or later, iOS 14 or later
• OS Requirements – PC: Windows 10 or later (64-bit)
• Bus Powered: Yes / 5 V DC power supply optional
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 2.55" x 5.90" x 5.11"
• Weight: 1.44 lbs