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Universal Audio Volt 476 USB-C Audio Interface

4-in/4-out, 24-bit/192kHz AD/DA USB-C Audio Interface with 2 Preamps, FET Compressor, and MIDI I/O - macOS/Windows/iOS
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Universal Audio Volt 476 USB-C Audio Interface
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Universal Audio Volt 476 USB-C Audio Interface

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Cutting-edge Recording with Built-in Analog Compression

The Universal Audio Volt 476 leverages UA’s renowned analog expertise to deliver a USB-C audio interface worthy of a decades-long legacy. The Volt 476 boasts topflight analog circuitry and class-leading 24-bit/192kHz AD/DA conversion, enabling you to create professional-sounding music productions, livestreams, and podcasts. This audio interface boasts two microphone preamplifiers with switchable 610-style analog sound, two additional line inputs, and convenient input metering. This interface’s crown jewel, however, is its built-in 1176-derived FET compressor with three push-button application modes. Beyond that, six analog outputs and a headphones output make monitoring a snap, plus you get direct monitoring for zero-latency operation. You also get MIDI I/O for your synths and controllers. The Volt 476 vaunts a rugged, retro-inspired industrial design and comes with UA’s award-winning LUNA software and a generous cache of cutting-edge plug-ins and virtual instruments.

Armed with class-leading AD/DA conversion

The Universal Audio Volt 476 includes outstanding AD/DA conversion — a must-have feature for professional-sounding tracks. This optimized conversion circuitry delivers true 24-bit/192kHz performance, ensuring true-to-life detail and clarity with tons of dimensionality. The engineers here at Sweetwater have found that projects recorded via this USB-C audio interface are top shelf all the way. With the Volt 476, you’ll be able to produce rock-solid, album-worthy tracks.

Infuses your tracks with 610-style analog sound

UA is renowned for their classic analog designs, and the Volt 476 reflects their decades of experience. This audio interface includes two analog mic preamplifiers that sound startlingly similar to Universal Audio’s classic 610 tube pre. The Vintage Preamp Mode employs expertly designed op-amps and solid-state electronics to deliver tubelike dynamic saturation and clipping, arming you with powerful, intuitive tone shaping for your microphones and line-level signals. Best of all, Vintage Preamp Mode is selectable, which enables you to use the Volt 476 with external preamps and channel strips with zero added coloration.

Includes a real-deal 1176-derived FET compressor

The UREI 1176 is legendary — a bona fide pro studio workhorse that can be used to add punch and presence to everything from drums to guitars to vocals. The Volt 476 includes a built-in FET compressor based on the classic 1176. But this isn’t a digital emulation; rather, it’s a real-deal analog compressor. The compressor includes three easy-to-use push-button modes for Vocals, Guitars, and Fast sources (the latter is tailor-made for drums), ensuring optimal settings for any source.

Includes a premium software bundle

The Volt 476 comes with a value-laden collection of pro-grade software, enabling you to start recording right out of the box. For starters, you get UA’s award-winning LUNA DAW software, allowing you to record, edit, and mix using the sound and workflow of an analog studio. The Volt 476 USB Recording Studio also includes a suite of UAD plug-ins and instruments, comprising classic Teletronix LA‑2A compressors and Pultec EQs plus new favorites, such as the PolyMAX Synth, Century Tube Channel Strip, and Oxide Tape Recorder. Thanks to this generous software bundle, you can create music using the same plug-ins and instruments that top industry pros rely on in your home studio. Moreover, you’ll be able to level up your recording and mixing skills with tips and tutorials geared toward beginners and advanced engineers alike.

Universal Audio Volt 476 Features:

  • 2-in/2-out USB-C audio interface with 2 microphone preamps/input channels
  • Topflight analog circuitry and class-leading 24-bit/192kHz AD/DA conversion
  • Selectable Vintage Preamp Mode employs solid-state electronics for tubelike dynamic saturation and clipping
  • Convenient input metering makes setting levels a piece of cake
  • Built-in 1176-derived analog compressor with 3 expert presets
  • Stereo analog outputs and a headphones output make monitoring a snap
  • 22W headphone amp easily drives high-impedance headphones
  • Direct monitoring supplies zero-latency operation
  • MIDI I/O for your synths and controllers
  • Rugged, retro-inspired industrial design with wood side panels
  • Includes UA’s award-winning LUNA software and a generous cache of cutting-edge plug-ins and virtual instruments

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Tech Specs

  • Computer Connectivity: USB 2.0
  • Form Factor: Desktop
  • Simultaneous I/O: 4 x 4
  • Number of Preamps: 2
  • Phantom Power: Yes
  • A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192kHz
  • Analog Inputs: 2 x XLR-1/4" combo (mic/instrument), 2 x 1/4" (line)
  • Analog Outputs: 6 x 1/4" TRS
  • Headphones: 1 x 1/4"
  • MIDI I/O: In/Out
  • USB: 1 x USB-C
  • Software: LUNA DAW Software, PolyMAX Synth, Century Tube Channel Strip, Teletronix LA-2A Leveler, 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: No
  • Power Supply: 5V DC power supply required (included)
  • Height: 2.55"
  • Width: 8.46"
  • Depth: 5.11"
  • Weight: 2.06 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: VOLT476

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Reviews

I like it
I like the quality and sound quality and also apps and plugins coming with volt.
If you are a vocalist and also playing some instruments like guitars it's the best way to record or even go live with this. I am playing acoustic guitar and I am just using the Volt and laptop There are a lot of plugins that you can use like real devices. And the Volt has acceptable latency to go live let say with guitar.
Music background: Vocalist about 3 years also playing acoustic guitar.
You will never beat the quality at this price point
Where to start on this one.
The sound quality is unbeatable, I compared this with several other interfaces I own and it is a night and day difference in the sound quality. The quality of recordings cannot be touched even by interfaces twice the price. I have even noticed a difference in the quality of sound from monitoring while doing an A/B test with another interface.
The on board fet compressor is limited in what it can do, but works great for recording vocals, guitar, and bass.
The Volt 476 makes re-amping much easier than other interfaces I have worked with. There is even a mono button on it to send the signal to your re-amp device in mono.
It's ease of use and sound quality set it miles ahead of other interfaces in this price range, and a plus it looks very nice sitting on my desk.
I would recommend the Volt 76 series interfaces to anyone looking to get an interface.
Hands down best interface for the money I have come across.
And as always buying through Sweetwater is always a pleasure.
Music background: Home recording
Punches above it’s weight
I've used it for two years now and the first thing I noticed right away was how good the 1176 made my vocal sound. The guitar setting is great too with vintage enabled. The level meters on it give the best reference of clarity and accuracy. You can tell when a mix is pushed too much or when it's just right. If you know how to use your ears, then you get the sound and it sounds crisp. Compressor is top notch accurate.
Music background: Music Producer
Awesome
The 76 compressor and the vintage mode, sounds really good on vocals. I love the design as well
Music background: Drummer
Great sound and nifty audio tools in a small package. All lines balanced.
I have so far enjoyed this interface. It has a few included features that can really add some interesting character to your recordings. I have not found a good use for the vintage tube effect yet, but the compressor options are excellent at cleaning up your instrument's tone. There is nothing to configure, just 3 presets that have general uses but experimentation will yield interesting results.

I really should have spent the extra to get the upgraded 476 to have gain control and compression on all 4 input channels. I thought the back inputs would be unbalanced line inputs but they are balanced. This seems to heavily attenuate my Minilogue XD sound which only has unbalanced out. External gain control or some kind of boost will be necessary for the back 2 inputs when connecting with unbalanced line level gear, else it will be whisper quiet.

It's an excellent vintage style interface that can be used with nearly any device (or completely standalone). Takes some planning to fully utilize it's features, but it has no problem fitting in to your set up however you require.
Music background: Guitar/Piano since young, Synths and Audio Prod around 1 year.