Universal Audio Volt 276 (2021)

A two-channel USB-C interface that pairs two combo XLR/TRS inputs with a built-in 1176-style FET compressor and 24-bit/192kHz conversion. The USB-C connection is bus-powered and class-compliant with Mac, PC, iPad, and iPhone. Two balanced 1/4-inch monitor outputs and a 1/4-inch headphone jack cover monitoring, and 5-pin DIN MIDI In and Out connect external instruments and controllers.

Universal Audio’s 2-channel USB-C interface: dual combo XLR/TRS inputs, balanced monitor outs, headphone jack, 5-pin DIN MIDI, and an onboard compressor.

Device Information

Manufacturer
Universal Audio
Release Year
2021
Model Number
Volt 276
Category
Audio Interface

Available Ports

Connector Quantity Label Notes
XLR (3-pin Balanced Audio) 2 Combo Inputs 1-2 (Mic) Mic-level XLR legs of the two combo jacks
6.35mm TRS (1/4 inch Audio) 2 Combo Inputs 1-2 (Line/Inst) Line/instrument legs of the two combo jacks
6.35mm TRS (1/4 inch Audio) 2 Monitor Outputs L/R Balanced 1/4-inch monitor outputs
6.35mm TRS (1/4 inch Audio) 1 Headphone Output Front 1/4-inch stereo headphone output
5-pin DIN MIDI 2 MIDI IN / OUT Two 5-pin DIN connectors (IN and OUT) on the rear
USB Type-C (USB 2.0) 1 USB-C (host) USB 2.0 to computer/iOS; bus-powered

Notes & Compatibility

Two-channel bus-powered USB-C interface with a built-in 1176-style FET compressor (three modes). Ships with a USB-A to 5V DC barrel cable for supplemental power (proprietary barrel inlet not modeled). Confirmed via official UA Volt Specifications: 5-pin DIN MIDI In/Out present.

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