Universal Audio Volt 476 USB Audio Interface

Start recording right out of the box with a high-quality 4-in / 4-out USB audio interface, award-winning DAW, and suite of UAD plug-ins and instruments including classic Teletronix LA‑2A and UA 1176 compressors, PolyMAX Synth, Century Tube Channel Strip, Pure Plate Reverb, and more. Built with timeless UA analog sound, Volt 476 gives you the sound of your favorite records.

Key Benefits

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

Enjoy Studio-Quality Sound at Home
Powered by Universal Audio’s award-winning preamp and converter technology, Volt elevates any recording with pro studio sound, even for those just starting.

Get Analog Warmth with Vintage Mic Preamp Mode
Plug in your mic or instrument, press the Vintage button, and experience the rich, full sound of the renowned UA 610 tube preamp — one of the most recorded mic preamps of all time.

Control Volume Peaks with UA Compression
Get album-ready punch and presence with Volt 476\'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
LUNA is Universal Audio’s award-winning DAW that’s built for the future of music creation, giving you the incredible sound of an analog studio with tools that make recording easier. Unlock your creativity and sound like the records you love with features like unlimited track counts, AI-powered Voice Control, Instrument Detection, and more.

Mix Like the Pros with Included UAD Plug-Ins
Volt includes all the software you need to create music that sounds like a record. With the UAD Explore FREE bundle, you get plug-ins like the 1176 Classic FET Compressor, Teletronix LA-2A Tube Compressor, UAD Showtime ’64 Tube Amp, and more.

Level Up Your Production Skills
From beginner tutorials to advanced techniques, Volt 476 includes tons of helpful content to get you up and running fast, plus a 3-month trial of PureMix Pro.

*Requires external Volt power supply and an Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (except iPads with USB-C).

Features

Desktop 4-in / 4-out USB audio interface with 2 preamps 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

Included UA Software:
LUNA Digital Audio Workstation
UA 610 Tube Preamp & EQ Collection
Teletronix LA-2A Tube Compressor
UA 1176 Classic FET Compressor 
Century Tube Channel Strip
Vibe Analog Machines Essentials
Pure Plate Reverb
PolyMAX Synth
Showtime ‘64 Tube Guitar Amp

Included 3rd Party Software:
Ableton Live Lite
Melodyne Essential by Celemony
Ampeg® SVT-VR Classic Bass Bundle by Plugin Alliance
Marshall® Plexi Classic Amp Bundle by Softube
Virtual Drummer DEEP by UJAM
Virtual Bassist DANDY by UJAM
LABS by Spitfire Audio

I/O
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: ¼” 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: ¼” TRS balanced or TS unbalanced

Line Inputs 3 & 4 (476 & 476P only)
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.05 dB
Dynamic Range (A–weighted): 113 dB
THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS): -105 dB (0.0008 %)
Maximum Input Level: 22 dBu
Input Impedance: 15 Kilohms
Available Gain: 55 dB
Connector Type: ¼” 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: ¼” 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: ¼” 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

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You are most welcome to pick your order up yourself from our Retrosonic Pro Audio showroom, studio and warehouse in Tallinn, Estonia.

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