Universal Audio
Explore Universal Audio vintage synthesizer equipment in the Vintage Technology Archive.
Models
Compressor
- UREI-1176LN — UREI 1176LN peak limiter — the FET compressor engineers reached for on kick and snare. Period reviews, studio sightings, and what the record actually verifies.
Preamplifier
- M-610 — Universal Audio M-610 single-channel tube mic preamp — a reissue of Bill Putnam Sr.'s 610 console circuit, the affordable way into the classic Putnam tube front end.
Unknown
- EP-34 — Universal Audio EP-34, an obscure UAD-2 platform plug-in offering tape echo/delay effects based on vintage EP-3 and EP-4 Echoplexes. Very little documented.
Other Models
- Apollo Twin — Universal Audio Apollo Twin audio interface (2.35 lbs, Thunderbolt/USB) — real-time UAD DSP in a compact desktop unit. Includes full specifications.
- MODEL-565 — Universal Audio Model 565 Little Dipper Filter Set — two variable-width notch/pass filters, lo-pass and hi-pass, all continuously tunable. Zero insertion loss or 20 dB gain. Advertised at under $500 i…
- SOLO-110 — Universal Audio SOLO-110 — single-channel Class A mic pre & DI, $799.99, Precision 110 circuit in a 5.4 lb portable box.
- UA-1176 — Universal Audio UA-1176 limiter — period press on its use in vocal chains, from Swedien to mic shootouts. Specs and pricing undocumented.