universal audio - VOLT 876 - usb audio INTERFACE - 8 in / 8 out - 1176 compressor built in

Meet Legendary Analog Sound for the Whole Band

Built by the same team behind the legendary Apollo, Volt 876 USB Recording Studio 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.

Volt 876's integrated recording experience includes full recall of interface settings, mobile iPhone or iPad recording, iconic UAD plug-ins and instruments, and LUNA Digital Audio Workstation with smart AI-powered recording tools.*


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.

There’s a reason UA’s 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 our exclusive tube emulation circuitry that gives your sessions the sound of a studio classic.

Add album-ready punch and presence with Volt 876's eight onboard 76 Compressors an innovative analog circuit inspired by our 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.

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 DI recording.

Volt 876 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.

Volt 876 works with all major DAWs. But when you pair it with LUNA Digital Audio Workstation 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.

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.


FEATURES :

- Get rich analog tone with eight onboard Vintage preamps and classic compressors inspired by UA’s 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, Pultec EQs, PolyMAX Synth, Showtime ’64 Tube Amp, and more

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

- 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 the 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 ASIO 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


SPECS :

General

Display: Color Multi-Segment LED Meter
I/O Channels: 24 Inputs / 28 Outputs
Maximum Sampling Rate: 192 kHz / 32-Bit
Microphone Inputs: 8
Built-In Microphone: No
Input Level Adjustment: Knob

Signal Processing

Pad: No
Gain/Trim Range: 60 dB
High-Pass Filter: No
Solo/Mute: No

Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O

Inputs:
8 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS (Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line/Hi-Z)

Outputs:
6 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Line Outputs
2 x 1/4" TRS Headphone Outputs (Front Panel)
2 x 1/4" TRS Balanced Monitor Outputs

Phantom Power

48 V (Individually Selectable per Input)

Digital Audio I/O

2 x TOSLINK Optical ADAT / S/PDIF Inputs (S/MUX Support)
2 x TOSLINK Optical ADAT / S/PDIF Outputs (S/MUX Support)

Host Connection

USB-C (USB 2.0 Protocol)
USB (Non-Host): No

Sync I/O

1 x BNC Word Clock Input
1 x BNC Word Clock Output

MIDI I/O

1 x DIN 5-Pin Input
1 x DIN 5-Pin Output

Expansion / Network / Wireless

Expansion Slots: No
Network I/O: No
Wireless: No

Performance

Frequency Response
20 Hz – 20 kHz

Maximum Input Level

Mic: +14 dBu
Line: +22 dBu
Hi-Z: +12.5 dBu

Maximum Output Level

+20.2 dBu

Headphone Output Power

225 mW into 32 Ohms
35 mW into 600 Ohms

Impedance

Combo XLR-1/4" Mic Inputs: 2 kO
Combo XLR-1/4" Line Inputs: 10 kO
Combo XLR-1/4" Hi-Z Inputs: 1 MO
1/4" Line Outputs: 100 O

Dynamic Range

Combo XLR-1/4" Inputs: 116 dBA
1/4" Headphone Outputs: 116 dBA
1/4" Line Outputs: 119 dBA

THD+N

Mic Inputs: -110 dB / 0.0003%
Line Inputs: -108 dB / 0.0004%
Hi-Z Inputs: -87 dB / 0.004%
Line Outputs: -111 dB / 0.0003%
Headphone Outputs: -108 dB / 0.004%

Digital Audio

Sample Rates: 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192 kHz
Bit Depths: 32-Bit
Sync Sources: ADAT, MIDI Time Code (MTC), S/PDIF, Word Clock

Compatibility

OS Compatibility:

Computers: macOS / Windows
Mobile: iOS Only
Processor Compatibility: Intel / AMD / Apple
Mobile Device Compatibility: iPad / iPhone
Required Hardware: USB Cable

Power

Power Requirements: AC Input
Input Voltage: 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz

Physical

Rackmount Size: 1U
Dimensions: 19" / 48.3 cm