The Universal Audio Volt 476P USB Recording Studio leverages UA’s renowned analog expertise to deliver a USB-C audio interface worthy of a decades-long legacy. The Volt 476P USB Recording Studio 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 features four microphone preamplifiers with switchable 610-style analog sound and convenient input metering. Its crown jewel is the built-in 1176-derived FET compressor with three push-button application modes. With six analog outputs, two headphone outputs, direct monitoring for zero-latency operation, and MIDI I/O, monitoring and connectivity are effortless. The rugged, retro-inspired interface also includes UA’s LUNA software and a suite of premium plug-ins and virtual instruments.
The Universal Audio Volt 476P USB Recording Studio includes outstanding AD/DA conversion — an essential component for professional-quality tracks. This optimized conversion circuitry delivers true 24-bit/192kHz performance, ensuring clarity, dimension, and realism. Music Experience engineers consistently find that projects recorded with this interface sound top-tier from start to finish. With the Volt 476P USB Recording Studio, you’ll be able to produce rock-solid, album-ready recordings.
UA is celebrated for its legendary analog designs, and the Volt 476P USB Recording Studio proudly continues that tradition. It features four analog mic preamps reminiscent of the classic 610 tube pre. Vintage Preamp Mode uses expertly engineered op-amps and solid-state components to deliver warm, tube-like dynamics and harmonic saturation, giving you flexible and intuitive tone shaping for mics and line-level sources. Since Vintage Preamp Mode is selectable, you can pair the Volt 476P with external preamps or channel strips without adding unwanted coloration.
The iconic UREI 1176 is revered for adding punch, presence, and energy to vocals, drums, guitars, and nearly any source. The Volt 476P USB Recording Studio incorporates a genuine analog FET compressor inspired by this classic design — not a digital model. Its three push-button modes — Vocals, Guitars, and Fast (ideal for drums) — provide instant, optimized compression for any recording situation.
The Volt 476P USB Recording Studio arrives with a robust suite of professional software so you can begin producing immediately. UA’s LUNA DAW offers analog-style workflow and powerful recording, editing, and mixing tools. You also get a suite of UAD plug-ins and instruments, including Teletronix LA-2A compressors, Pultec EQs, PolyMAX Synth, Century Tube Channel Strip, and Oxide Tape Recorder. With these tools — used by top engineers worldwide — you can elevate your production quality while building your skills with included tutorials and resources for beginners and advanced users alike.
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 compressors and Pultec EQs, plus favorites like PolyMAX Synth, Century Tube Channel Strip, and Oxide Tape Recorder. Built with timeless UA analog sound, Volt 476P USB Recording Studio gives you the sound of your favorite records.
Powered by Universal Audio’s award-winning preamp and converter technology, Volt elevates any recording with pro studio sound, even for those just starting.
Volt 476P includes 4 high-quality preamps. 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.
Get album-ready punch and presence with Volt 476P'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.
We designed LUNA to bring the sound of classic tape machines and analog mixing consoles into a modern DAW, with intuitive workflows and unlimited track counts to capture your wildest ideas.
Volt 476P includes the UAD Producer Suite, a premium collection of UAD plug-in titles — from Teletronix LA-2A and UA 1176 compressors to Pultec EQs, PolyMAX Synth, and the Showtime ’64 Tube Amp — giving you the tones of classic studio gear and inspiring instruments right out of the box.
From beginner tutorials to advanced techniques, Volt 476P USB Recording Studio includes tons of helpful content to get you up and running fast, plus a 3-month trial of PureMix Pro.
If you’re looking for an audio interface that can handle pretty much any instrument while also printing a pleasing vintage tone onto your tracks, then this is the perfect pick for you.
Universal Audio have freshened up the market for entry-level audio interfaces, spicing up otherwise conventional designs with analogue compression and preamp emulation.
...this is a solid interface that I would keep handy for the potency of its signal path and ease of use alone, not to mention that it expands my mobile recording palette significantly.
These capable and great-sounding audio interfaces are ideal for a first studio build, and a worthwhile upgrade for existing small setups.
| Computer Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Desktop |
| Simultaneous I/O | 4 x 4 |
| Number of Preamps | 4 |
| Phantom Power | Yes |
| A/D Resolution | 24-bit/192kHz |
| Analog Inputs | 4 x XLR-1/4" combo (mic/line) |
| Analog Outputs | 6 x 1/4" TRS |
| Headphones | 2 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 |
| Compatibility | Mac, PC |
| OS Requirements - Mac | macOS 10.15 or later, iOS 14 or later |
| OS Requirements - PC | Windows 10 or later (64-bit editions) |
| Bus Powered | No |
| Power Supply | 5V DC power supply required (included) |
| Manufacturer Part Number | VOLT476P UPC: 819937003387 |