Universal Audio 6176 Vintage Channel Strip
The Universal Audio 6176 Vintage Channel Strip brings the warm, rich tone of vintage recording gear straight to your studio. This all-in-one unit combines an old-school tube preamp with the legendary punch of the 1176 compressor, giving your vocals and instruments that polished, radio-ready sound. Whether you're laying down vocals, guitar, or bass, the 6176 makes everything sound bigger, clearer, and more alive. It's like having a professional studio in a single box.
Universal Audio 6176 Vintage Channel Strip Review
The Universal Audio 6176 blends two classic tools into one powerful piece of gear: the 610 tube preamp and the 1176LN compressor. Together, they deliver the iconic tones heard on countless hit records. The preamp section offers variable impedance, shelving EQ, and crystal-clear detail, while the 1176-style compressor delivers fast, punchy control with its famous "All Button" mode. With its Join/Split switch, you can use each section separately or together, giving you serious flexibility whether you're tracking vocals, bass, or anything in between.
Universal Audio 6176 Vintage Channel Strip Features
- Classic tube sound for rich, warm recordings
- Built-in compressor helps control loud and quiet parts
- Switch lets you use the preamp and compressor together or separately
- Simple controls make it easy to shape your sound
- Super quiet, even at high gain settings
- Handmade in the USA with top-quality parts
Universal Audio 6176 Vintage Channel Strip Specs
- Mic preamp gain up to 65dB with selectable 500 or 2K ohm input impedance
- Class A FET compressor with adjustable attack (20 to 800ms) and release (50ms to 1.1s)
- Frequency response from 20Hz to 20kHz (+0, -1dB)
- XLR and 1/4" TS input options for mic, line, and instruments
- 2U rackmount unit weighing 12 lbs with internal power supply
- Optional stereo link with 1176-SA kit
