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Volt 476 USB Audio Interface

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Universal Audio

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The Universal Audio Volt 476 USB interface has four inputs, a vintage preamp, legendary compression and a complete suite of audio software.

Universal Audio's Volt 476 is a 4-channel recording interface for Mac/PC and iPad/iPhone that features added inputs for collaborating, 24-bit/192kHz audio conversion, tone shaping via 76 Compressor, vintage mic preamp mode and a suite of industry-leading software. As a desktop 4-in/4-out USB audio interface, it delivers professional audio conversion and functions as a 76 Compressor. The Volt 476 features top-of-the-line audio quality in a retro-inspired industrial design, making it easy to create professional-sounding music productions, livestreams and podcasts at home or on the road. Built-in vintage-style mic preamps and tone shaping bring the rich, full sound of classic UA outboard gear to your studio. It includes a full suite of audio and music tools from Ableton, Relab, Melodyne, UJAM, Marshall, Ampeg and more, giving you all the creative control and flexibility you need.

The Volt 476 captures the warm sound of a vintage UA 610 tube preamp; the 76 compressor is based on UA's 1176 rack unit from 1967.

Produce With Best-in-Class Audio Quality

From the team that brought you the game-changing Apollo interface, Volt 476 delivers superior studio sound quality, with more character and tone than any USB interface in its class. 

The Universal Audio Volt 476 has four inputs, phantom power, MIDI in/out and a studio-quality headphone amplifier.

Get Classic Sounds With Vintage Mic Preamp Mode

Few sounds can compare to a vintage Universal Audio 610 tube preamp, as used to record everyone from Ray Charles to Van Halen. Volt 476 gives you the rich, full sound of this classic UA mic/line/instrument preamp, thanks to its built-in tube emulation circuitry, a UA exclusive.

Universal Audio includes a full suite of software and audio plug-ins with the Volt 476 interface. There's no need to buy anything else.

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 classic 1176 Limiting Amplifier. The 76 Compressor features three perfectly tailored presets to tame voice, guitars, synths and drum machines. Just plug in, pick a setting and play.

Stay Inspired With a Curated Suite of Audio Software

Some audio interfaces give you a smattering of random audio apps. Not Volt. Instead, UA put together a bundle of serious music production tools, virtual instruments and plug-ins including Ableton, Melodyne, UJAM’s Virtual Drummer, Marshall, Ampeg and more.

Easy In, Easy Out

Volt 476 gives you simple 4-in/4-out audio connections. Just plug your mics, guitars or synths into the front panel. Then connect your speakers or headphones to monitor your audio with no latency. With Volt, you’ll be producing like a pro, fast.

iPad and iPhone Ready

When traveling light, plug Volt 476 into your iPad or iPhone, and you can easily create beats and samples, record your band’s rehearsals and edit songs anywhere.

Includes a 30-day Free Trial to UAD Spark

Volt 476 users get an extended 30-day free trial to UAD Spark, an ever-expanding library of world-class plug-ins and instruments for a low monthly price. UAD Spark plug-ins run natively on Mac and will give your recordings the pro analog tones heard on your favorite albums.

Capture Inspiration for Years to Come

Featuring rugged metal construction, retro wood sides and sleek industrial design, Volt 476 elevates your production space with impeccable style, built to last decades.

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Features
  • Desktop 4-in/4-out USB audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion for Mac, PC, iPad and iPhone
  • Vintage Mic Preamp mode lets you record voice or guitar with the rich, full sound of a classic UA tube preamp 
  • Built-in 76 Compressor adds instant clarity and punch to voice, instruments and other sources with all-new analog circuit based on UA's iconic 1176
  • Essential suite of audio and music software including Ableton, Melodyne, UJAM’s Virtual Drummer, Marshall, Ampeg and more
  • Studio-quality headphone amplifier for loud, clear monitoring
  • 48V phantom power for condenser microphones
  • Direct Monitoring for latency-free recording
  • Stylish, rugged construction built to withstand years of use
  • 1-in/1-out MIDI connections
  • USB-C to USB-A cable included
  • 5VDC power supply included
Included Software
  • Ableton Live Lite
  • Softube Marshall Plexi Classic Amp
  • Softube Time & Tone Bundle
  • Celemony Melodyne Essential
  • Relab LX480 Essentials
  • Plugin Alliance Ampeg SVT-VR Classic
  • Brainworx bx_tuner
  • Brainworx bx_masterdesk Classic
  • UJAM Virtual Drummer DEEP
  • UJAM Virtual Bassist DANDY
  • Spitfire Audio LABS

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Audio Quality
  • Max bit depth: 24-bit
  • Max sampling rate: 192kHz
Inputs
  • Total inputs: 4
  • Mic preamps: 4
Outputs
  • Total outputs: 4
Other Connectivity
  • Connections: USB 2.0
  • MIDI I/O: Yes
  • Headphone output(s): 1
Onboard Features
  • Computer platform: Mac, PC, iOS
  • Phantom power: Yes
  • Direct monitoring: Yes
  • Monitor control: Yes
  • Headphone control: Yes
Audio
  • Analog or digital:  Analog/digital 
  • Connectivity: USB, 1/4”, XLR 
Included Accessories  
  • Power supply:  Yes
  • Cable: USB-C to USB-A cable included
  • Stand:  No
Other
  • Rackmountable: No
  • Included software: Yes
Minimum System Requirements
  • Mac requirements: OS X 10.14 Mojave or later
  • Windows requirements: Windows 10 64-bit edition or later
  • 64-bit compatible: Yes
Included UA Software
  • LUNA Digital Audio Workstation
  • PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth
  • Century Tube Channel Strip
  • Pultec Passive EQ Collection
  • Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler Collection
  • Galaxy Tape Echo
  • Pure Plate Reverb
  • Oxide Tape Recorder
  • Verve Analog Machines Essentials
Included 3rd Party Software
  • Marshall Plexi Classic Amp Bundle by Softube
  • Ableton Live Lite
  • Melodyne Essential by Celemony
  • Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Bundle by Plugin Alliance
  • LX480 Essentials by Relab Development
  • Virtual Drummer DEEP by UJAM
  • Virtual Bassist DANDY by UJAM
  • LABS by Spitfire Audio

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One year parts and labor warranty on all U.A. products and Kind of Loud products.

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3.5

6 Reviews

83%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Home Studio5
  2. Amateur Recording4
  3. Performances2
  4. Pro Audio / DJ / Mixing2
  5. Professional Recording2
Cons
  1. Limited Functions2
  2. Poor Sound Quality1
  3. Pricey / Poor Value1
  4. Registration of the product does not work1
  5. Unreliable1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced5
  2. Professional Musician1
Pros
  1. Compact3
  2. Durable3
  3. Easy To Use3
  4. Good Audio3
  5. Lightweight3
  • unable to register problem

    1

    submitted10 months ago

    byKimberly

    fromOklahoma city

    you have to download software to make this work. When u download the software its ok. but you have to register the product, The registertation process never completes and then u can't redeem the software that is included to make the daw work Also there is no tech support does not work

  • Maybe the best budget audio interface

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byEd

    fromBuffalo, NY

    It checks all the boxes; low noise, no weird power issue, does precisely what it says it will do. Can handle all inputs and outputs working for long periods for days in a row without issue. Also works excellently basically as an external sound card for system audio. The reason I got it was because a more cost-effective competitor device had all sorts of power issues and noise problems. So, I spent a bit more and got a far superior product. Would highly recommend. I use primarily for home studio/production from a variety of sources. Also - don't sleep on the plugins. They can really improve your final product in subtle but needle-moving ways.

  • Excellent audio interface!

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byKevin

    fromCherry Hill

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I got this to upgrade from a Scarlett Focusrite Solo because I needed a few more inputs, and I was curious about the "vintage" button and compressor. I really like using both features on my bass guitar. I'm usually hesitant to put any effects on the input signal, and do it all in my DAW, but these sound so good that I've been using them as my default setting. The vocal compressor setting is also quite good, and I've been using it to speed up my recording process. When I read the reviews online, there were comments about noise when engaging the vintage and compressor, and they both do seem to raise the noise floor, but I've found it to be an acceptable tradeoff for increasing the speed and quality of the recording process. My only disappointment is the line in on the back is very quiet, and there doesn't seem to be a way to adjust that for monitoring. Once I get it recorded in my DAW, I can adjust it and things sound good, but when I'm monitoring the input for recording, I have to turn everything else way down to match the input level.

  • The Volt is very good

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byTodd

    fromHonolulu, Hawaii

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I own the Universal Audio Apollo x4 Heritage but don't want to use that for gigs and events where it might get stolen or damaged. I didn't need the DSPs for live, yet wanted IOS compatibility for the Sunday Sounds IOS app and other iPad applications. This fits the bill perfectly. I also love the output selector buttons on the front. It all just works including the MIDI functions. Thank you UA.

  • It could've been better

    3

    submitted3 years ago

    byMichael

    fromTampa Fl

    I still own an Avid / M-Audio C400 Interface, it can handle 2 sets of Monitors and it has 4 Audio inputs w GAIN, this device has 4 INPUTS as well but only 2 have GAIN control and those are the ones in the front the Rear INPUTS have no GAIN CONTROL so my synths sound very low even with the Synth gain all the way up. I have 2 sets of Monitors and a SUB and i can only use 1 set and the other OUTPUTS can't be used w Active monitors i had to purchase the Audient NERO, now the Vintage and preamps that the device bring are cool and i would recommend it to a friend if they record vocals but for a producer like me this has a lot of INPUTS and OUTPUTS but i can't use them all.

  • It's good but it could be way better!!

    3

    submitted3 years ago

    byMichael

    fromTampa, Fl

    I will mainly use this interface to Record my synthesizers and to produce music, some things that this interface lacks is the option to connect at least 2 sets of monitors and the line in connection in the back Edie's not have a gain control, I came out a Avid C400 interface and that thing is a beast, I was able to connect two sets of monitors and all the inputs had gain control so I was able to control the volume of the LineIn and had no issue now with this Vault series interface the two Line In in the back are very low and my synthesizers sound very low even with the gain all the way up, I'm really considering to change, the mic preamps and the Vintage mode are cool but it would have been nice to have a button switch and control the gain from LineIn 3/4 not only 1/2

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  • asked byDavid

    fromStuart Florida

    Is this interface windows compatible

    Is this interface windows compatible

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Yes it will be compatible
  • asked byDnaing

    fromPhiladelphia, PA

    When will this be available for purchase?

    When will this be available for purchase?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Please give us a call for product availability 877-687-5403
  • asked byNelzo the Gimp

    fromAnnandale VA

    Is this interface compatible with Pro Tools?  Are there any specs on expected latency?  thanks!

    Is this interface compatible with Pro Tools? Are there any specs on expected latency? thanks!

    Open Reply - Thomas
    I’m sorry, we don’t have that information available Perhaps an inquiry to Universal Audio
  • asked byVO Jay

    fromValley Village

    How does this compare with the Focusrite Clarett series?

    How does this compare with the Focusrite Clarett series?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Very well. They're both great units