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This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 60 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
10-year warranty & 180-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 60 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 60 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
The product price includes 5 years' warranty and 60 day money back guarantee.
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Please note that this extended warranty is currently only available on products sold within the UK, EU or EEA, and is subject to the terms and conditions as detailed on the extended warranty certificate provided.
For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.
This enhanced warranty is in addition to the standard Gear4music and manufacturer warranty policies, and the Gear4music terms and conditions of trade. No statement or condition of sale contained within these terms affects or restricts your statutory rights as defined under the Consumer Contracts Regulation 2014.
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Key Features
The Universal Audio Volt 176 USB Audio Interface is a compact, pristine sounding 1-in/2-out interface to start or upgrade your music production journey. Boasting best in class audio fidelity through 24-bit processing and 192kHz sampling frequency, the Volt 176 USB will capture every detail of your performance in immense detail. An integrated analog 1176-style compressor circuit is presented to add punch and weight to your tracks on the input stage, allowing you to lighten the CPU load from your computer by processing your tracks before they are recorded into your DAW. The ultimate portable interface for recording vocals, the Volt 176 USB includes a Vintage Mic Preamp mode, taken from a vintage UA 610 tube preamplifier that gently sculpts and shapes your tone to add warmth and subtle saturation to your vocal recordings. Be album ready all in one place with Volt 176.
Volt 176 USB comes included with a host of carefully selected software packages to inspire your creativity. Where others offer a large amount of software with little purpose, the Universal Audio Volt 176 gives you everything you need to create professional music any time by including Ableton Live Lite DAW, a number of virtual instruments including UJAM's Virtual Drummer and Virtual Bassist as well as a suite of modelling amplifiers for your electric guitar and bass from Softube as well as a slew of world-class plugins from Relab and much more.
Producing on the go? No problem, powered by USB, the Volt 176 can travel with you anywhere to create professional sounding music and thanks to the compatibility with Mac, Windows and iOS devices, no matter what system you are using to create, the Volt 176 will be able to adapt and thrive.
Product Ref: 191576
For a limited time only (until 31st August 2024) Universal Audio are giving customers who purchase this Volt interface/studio pack 11 powerful plugins for free! The UAD Essentials Bundle includes a range of studio-grade effects and the PolyMAX Synthesizer virtual instrument plugin – worth £299 when purchased separately. The bundle includes the Teletronix LA-2A Leveler Collection, Pultec EQ Collection, Century Tube Channel Strip, Oxide Tape Recorder, Galaxy Tape Echo, Pure Plate Reverb and the PolyMAX Synth.
Universal Audio boasts a rich heritage of producing the finest sounding interfaces and outboard equipment for your studio and with Volt 176, this is no different. Delivering superior audio quality with 24-bit/192kHz audio conversion means that every detail and minutia of your performance will be picked up and translated into your computer, meaning no matter how dynamic your performance is, Volt 176 will keep up with you every step of the way.
Exclusive for the UA Volt interfaces, the Vintage Mic Preamp Mode captures the essence of a vintage UA 610 tube preamplifier to add to your recording signal. Used by the greats of the past such as Ray Charles and Van Halen, the Vintage Mic Preamp Mode will subtly shape your sound with a rich and warm layer of organic saturation that fills out your signal for sonic perfection. Perfect for adding character to a vocal performance or for adding subtle tone shaping to an electric guitar signal, you will quickly see why this preamp became a hit with the stars.
Inspired by the industry classic Universal Audio 1176 Limiting Amplifier, the Volt 176 Audio Interface features an innovative analog compression circuitry that produces album-ready punch and depth to your source tones. The compressor circuit features three perfectly tailored presets for vocals, guitars and synths on a simple button, removing the need for any overcomplicated switches or dials. Producers and recording engineers will now be able to quickly and easily tame the dynamics of a driving bass guitar performance to add consistency and punch with ease. Whether you're looking to tame dynamics or add character to your vocal performance, this simple solution can help you achieve the depth and weight to your tracks to be put alongside the pros.
With Volt, you are given access to a carefully selected range of useful, creative and inspiring music production tools that will help you to create the music you've always dreamt of. Where other interfaces may include an overwhelming range of options, Volt gives you exactly what you need to stay inspired and level up your production. Discover plug-ins such as Celemony's Melodyne, a pitch correction software, as well as virtual instruments from Spitfire Audio and UJAM and of course a place to record it all onto with the Ableton Live DAW.
Giving you everything you need and leaving out all the frills, the Volt 176 packs in a tremendous amount of functionality in a simple 1-in/2-out interface. With two balanced 1/4 inch outputs, you can connect your favourite studio monitors or speakers in a stereo configuration and the combination input features both unbalanced TRS and female XLR connectivity to plug in your instruments and microphones. With Volt, you'll be creating like a pro at breakneck speed.
For producers on the go, the Volt 176 provides the perfect solution. iOS compatibility allows you to create beats and record your instruments anywhere you are in the world, whether you're travelling between studio sessions or rehearsals or on your tour bus, never miss a moment when inspiration strikes with Volt 176 USB Audio Interface.
Please note: IOS requires external Volt power supply and an Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (except iPad Pro with USB-C).
