Universal Audio - Volt 876 USB Recording Studio

Legendary analogue sound and incomparable audio quality:
Designed by the team behind the legendary Apollo interfaces, the Volt 876 USB Recording Studio gives you the power to achieve exceptional sound quality. Its professional 32-bit/192kHz converters capture every detail of your tracks with breathtaking clarity, ensuring your recordings sound with studio fidelity on Mac, PC, iPad or iPhone.

Eight vintage mic preamps with unique sonic character:
Experience the incomparable presence and warmth of the UA 610 tube mic preamps, used on iconic albums from Ray Charles to Van Halen and Adele. The Volt 876 incorporates eight Vintage preamps which, in Vintage mode, faithfully reproduce this exclusive tube circuit, making your sessions sound like a classic studio. The 60dB gain is digitally controlled, and the Assistive Auto-Gain function automatically adjusts your recording levels for perfect takes.

1176-style 76 compressors for powerful, clean sound:
Each channel of the Volt 876 is equipped with a 76 compressor, an innovative analogue circuit inspired by UA's famous 1176 Limiting Amplifier processor. These compressors deliver unparalleled sonic presence and dynamics, bringing crispness and punch to your vocals, guitars, synths and drums. Dedicated presets (Fast mode) let you quickly achieve professional results: plug in your instrument or microphone, choose a setting, and that's it.

Ultra-comprehensive connectivity and exceptional scalability:
With a configuration of 24 inputs / 28 outputs, the Volt 876 is a recording powerhouse. It has 8x8 analogue connections for your microphones, instruments and studio equipment, complemented by two front-panel mic/line inputs with impedance switching (Hi-Z), ideal for direct miking.

The interface offers remarkable digital extension flexibility via ADAT (16 inputs / 16 outputs):
- Chain up to three Volt 876 interfaces to create a complete 24-channel recording system.
- Use the Volt 876 in independent ADAT mode as an additional 8 I/O preamp with third-party interfaces or Apollo. It also includes MIDI I/O (two 5-pin DIN connectors) and a USB 2.0 Type C port.

The Universal Audio Ecosystem: LUNA and UAD Producer Suite
The Volt 876 is a gateway to Universal Audio's powerful ecosystem:
- LUNA Digital Audio Workstation: Benefit from deep hardware/software integration, unlimited tracks and intelligent AI-powered tools like "Hey Luna" voice control, instrument detection and tempo tracking. LUNA offers the analogue sound of professional studios with childlike ease of use.
- UAD Producer Suite: Access a collection of high-end UAD plug-ins, including the legendary Teletronix LA-2A and UA 1176 compressors, Pultec EQs, PolyMAX Synth, Showtime '64 Guitar Amp, and more. Instantly get the sounds of iconic studio gear and inspiring instruments.
- Third Party Software Included: Expand your possibilities with Ableton Live Lite, Melodyne Essential by Celemony, Ampeg® SVT-VR Classic Bass bundle, Marshall® Plexi Classic Amp bundle, Virtual Drummer DEEP, Virtual Bassist DANDY by UJAM, and LABS by Spitfire Audio.

Intuitive workflow and practical features
Using the UAD Console or LUNA application, the Volt 876 optimises your workflow:
- All Settings Recall: instantly save and recall all the settings made on the front panel and your monitor mixes.
- Low Latency Monitor Mixes: Create two dedicated stereo monitor mixes with talkback for accurate monitoring and easy communication in the studio.
- Built-in Talkback Microphone: Facilitates communication with artists during sessions.
- Real-time direct monitoring with dedicated front-panel controls.

Mobile recording on iPad and iPhone:
Don't let your studio limit you! The Volt 876 is natively compatible with Mac, iPad and iPhone. Simply connect it to your iOS device (a USB-C or Apple Lightning to USB adapter and power supply for the Volt 876 may be required) to create beats, samples, record band rehearsals and work on songs anywhere.

Robust, professional design:
The Volt 876 boasts a rugged and stylish construction, ensuring years of reliable use. It comes with rack ears and feet, allowing you to install it either on a desk or in a 1U rack. Two professional-quality headphone amplifiers with excellent volume levels ensure detailed monitoring and facilitate collaboration.