‘Meet Legendary Analog Sound for the Whole Band’: Universal Audio Volt 876 USB Recording Studio
Universal Audio launches Volt 876 USB Recording Studio, the first rackmount interface in the Volt series.
Universal Audio’s Volt series of audio interfaces was launched in 2021, promising “classic studio sound” at a price that’s within reach of budget-conscious musicians and presenting a more affordable alternative to the company’s popular Apollo series.
Four years on and the range has expanded to encompass eight different models, with the latest Volt interface announced by UA this week: Volt 876 USB Recording Studio. Whereas other models in the Volt line are desktop interfaces designed primarily for solo recording, Volt 876 is a rackmount unit aimed at more complex multi-instrument recording scenarios.
A 32-bit/192kHz, 24-in/28-out interface, Volt 876 is equipped with eight of UA’s tube-emulating Vintage mic preamps and eight 1176-style compressors, which can be activated via buttons on the front panel, offering a selection of presets tailored for guitar, drums and vocals. These are joined by two LED-ringed dials for input gain and monitoring level, along with various controls for talkback, metering, clocking and headphone levels.
Volt 876 features two mic/line inputs with XLR/TRS combo jacks on the front panel that double as Hi-Z instrument inputs, joined by six more mic/line inputs on the interface’s rear. There are eight line-level TRS outputs on the back and two headphone outs on the front with dedicated level controls. MIDI I/O is available via dual 5-pin DIN connections and two ADAT/SPDIF ins and outs can be used to digitally expand the interface’s I/O.
Volt 876 arrives bundled with a variety of software, including UA’s companion Console app which offers assistive Auto-Gain and convenient recall of front-panel settings. You’ll also get UA’s Producer Suite, a collection of plugins that includes the company’s LA-2A and 1176 emulations and the PolyMAX synth, and a copy of LUNA, Universal Audio’s free, AI-powered DAW.
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
Details:
- 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
What’s Included
Included Software for Mac & PC
- LUNA Digital Audio Workstation
- UAD Producer Suite:
- Teletronix LA-2A Tube Compressor
- UA 1176 Classic FET Compressor
- Pultec Passive EQ Collection
- Century Tube Channel Strip
- Oxide Tape Recorder
- Verve Analog Machines Essentials
- Pure Plate Reverb
- Galaxy Tape Echo
- PolyMAX Synth
- Showtime ‘64 Tube Amp
Included 3rd Party Software (subject to change):
- 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
Here’s an in-depth look UA Volt 876 USB Recording Studio by André Skinner from Long & McQuade video:
Coming in at the top of the Volt range, the 876 interface is priced at $999. Pre-order now, available mid-October 2025.
Find out more on Universal Audio website.
