Universal Audio Volt 876 USB Recording Studio

Meet legendary analog sound for the whole band.

Volt 876 gives serious music producers a next-generation 32-bit / 192 kHz audio interface with eight onboard Vintage preamps and classic 1176-style compressors right on its front panel, providing big analog studio sound to every mic and instrument you connect.

Built by the same team behind the legendary Apollo interfaces, Volt 876 delivers a beautifully integrated recording experience, including full recall of interface settings, mobile iPhone or iPad recording, an award-winning suite of UAD plug-ins and instruments, and UA's breakthrough LUNA Digital Audio Workstation with AI-powered smart recording tools.

Key Benefits

* Get rich analog tone with eight onboard Vintage preamps and classic compressors inspired by UAs iconic 610 tube console and 1176 limiter

* Hear every detail with professional-quality 32-bit / 192 kHz conversion on Mac, PC, iPad, and iPhone

* Use the UAD Console app for Assistive Auto-Gain, full session recall of front-panel settings, and two low-latency cue mixes with talkback

* Record with LUNA for analog studio sound, unlimited tracks, and smart AI-powered tools like Voice Control, Instrument Detection, and Tempo Listen

* Produce with a suite of premium UAD plug-ins and instruments including Teletronix LA 2A and UA 1176 compressors, PolyMAX Synth, Showtime 64 Guitar Amp, and more

* Expand your system by combining up to three Volt 876 interfaces or integrating with Apollo and ADAT-equipped gear

Record your Music with Best-in-Class 32-bit Audio

From the team that brought you the game-changing Apollo interface, Volt 876 delivers next-gen 32-bit / 192 kHz sound quality with eight preamps and compressors perfect for recording larger groups with more character and tone than any USB interface in its class.

Capture Legendary Sounds with Eight Vintage Mic Preamps

Theres a reason UAs 610 tube mic preamp has been heard on records from Ray Charles to Van Halen to Adele its warmth and presence are unmatched. Volt 876 gives you the same iconic preamp sound using selectable Vintage mode UAs exclusive tube emulation circuitry that gives your sessions the sound of a studio classic.

Get 1176-Style Compression Tuned for Voice, Guitars, and More

Add album-ready punch and presence with Volt 876's eight onboard 76 Compressors an innovative analog circuit inspired by UA's famous 1176 Limiting Amplifier. The 76 Compressor features presets to tame voice, guitars, synths, and drums (fast mode). So you can just plug in, pick a setting, and sound great.

All the Connectivity Youll Ever Need with 24 x 28 I/O

Volt 876 gives you 8 x 8 analog connections for mics, instruments, and studio gear, plus two front-panel mic / line inputs with switchable Hi-Z for easy D.I. recording. Need more?

ADAT I/O connections let you link up to three Volt 876s to create a 24-channel recording system, or expand Apollo and other ADAT-equipped studios.

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.

Use with LUNA for Analog Studio Sound and Smart AI-powered Tools

Volt 876 works with all major DAWs. But when you pair it with UA's LUNA DAW you get the incredible sound of an analog studio with powerful hardware-software integration, unlimited tracks, smart AI-powered tools including "Hey Luna" Voice Control, Instrument Detection, and Tempo Listen that make recording easier.

Save and Recall All Your Interface Settings

Using the UAD Console app or LUNA, Volt 876 gives you a host of time-saving features, including Assistive Auto-Gain that automatically sets your recording levels, and two low-latency cue mixes with talkback. Plus, you can save your 876's front-panel settings and cue mixes for instant session recall.

iPad & iPhone Mobile-Recording Ready

Recording a big remote session? Plug Volt 876 into your iPad or iPhone, and you can easily create beats and samples, record your bands rehearsals, and edit songs anywhere.*

*Requires iPad USB-C connection or Apple Lightning-to-USB camera kit adapter and power connection to Volt 876.

Key Features

* 24-in / 28-out USB audio interface with eight preamps and cutting-edge 32-bit / 192 kHz audio conversion

* Vintage Mic Preamp mode on every channel for recording your voice, guitar, synths, or band with the rich, full sound of an iconic UA 610 tube preamp

* UA 76 Compressors on every channel to add clarity and punch to vocals, drums, instruments, and other sources with analog circuit based on UA's renowned 1176

* Digitally-controlled mic preamps with Assistive Auto-Gain and full session recall with UAD Console app and LUNA Digital Audio Workstation

* 16-in / 16-out ADAT connectivity for digital expansion and linking of up to three Volt 876 interfaces to form the ultimate 24 x 28 recording system

* Standalone ADAT mode to connect Volt 876 to third-party interfaces or Apollo over ADAT as an 8 x 8 I/O preamp expander

* Onboard talkback microphone for effortless studio communication

* Realtime direct monitoring with dedicated front panel controls, plus two stereo low-latency cue mixes when used with UAD Console or LUNA DAW

* Class-compliant for hassle-free set-up with Mac, iPad, and iPhone

(Windows systems require the WDM driver, available within the UA Connect app)

* Two studio-quality headphone amplifiers for loud, clear monitoring and effortless collaboration

* 48V phantom power for condenser microphones (selectable per channel)

* Stylish, rugged construction built to withstand years of use, with included rack ears and rubber feet for desktop or 1U rack mounting options

Included UA Software:

* LUNA Digital Audio Workstation

(Featuring Volt 876 remote-control integration and AI-powered tools)

* 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

Specifications

I/O

Monitor Outputs: Two stereo (Main and Alt. Monitors)

Main (Line Out 1-2), Alt (Line Out 3-4)

Headphone Output: Two stereo

USB: One USB 2.0 port (USB Type-C connector)

MIDI: In, Out (two 5-pin DIN connectors)

Digital / Optical:Two in, Two out

ADAT (S/MUX capable)

16 channels @ 44.1 to 48 kHz (fs1)

8 channels @ 88.2 to 96 kHz (fs2)

4 channels @ 176.4 to 192 kHz (fs3)

S/PDIF (Toslink)

Stereo at all sample rates

A/D D/A Conversion

Supported Sample Rates (kHz): 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192

Bit Depth: 32

ANALOG I/O

Microphone Input(s) - Channels 1-8

Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.1 dB

Dynamic Range (Aweighted): 116 dB

THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS): -110 dB (0.0003%)

Maximum Input Level: 14 dBu

Input Impedance: 2 Kilohms

Available Gain (Digitally-controlled):60 dB

Phantom Power: +48V (switchable)

Connector Type: XLR Female, pin 2 positive

Instrument Input(s) - Channels 1-2

Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.04 dB

Dynamic Range (Aweighted): 116 dB

THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS): -87 dB (0.004%)

Maximum Input Level: 12.5 dBu

Input Impedance: 1 Megohms

Available Gain (Digitally-controlled):60 dB

Connector Type: TS unbalanced

Line Input(s) - Channels 1-8

Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.05 dB

Dynamic Range (Aweighted): 116 dB

THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS): -108 dB (0.0004%)

Maximum Input Level: 22 dBu

Input Impedance: 10 Kilohms

Available Gain (Digitally-controlled):60 dB

Connector Type: TRS balanced or TS unbalanced

Line Output(s) - Channels 1-8

Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.1 dB

Dynamic Range (Aweighted): 119 dB

THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS): -111 dB (0.0003%)

Maximum Output Level: 20.2 dBu

Output Impedance: 100 Ohms

Connector Type: TRS balanced or TS

unbalanced

Headphone Output(s) 1-2

Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.2 dB

Dynamic Range (Aweighted): 116 dB

THD + Noise (1 kHz @ -1 dBFS into >32Ω):-108 dB (0.0004%)

Maximum Output Power into 32Ω:225 mW

Maximum Output Power in 600Ω:35 mW

Connector Type: 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 64-bit edition or newer

macOS Big Sur 11 or newer

Internet connection for software downloads

iPad & iPhone

iPadOS / iOS 16 or newer