Universal Audio LA-6176 Signature Channel Strip

The LA-6176 Signature channel strip gives you three of Universal Audio’s most renowned analog processors in a single plug-in. Experience the rich harmonics of a vintage 610 tube preamp, the fast transient response of an 1176 compressor and the silky warmth of an LA-2A leveling amplifier at the flip of a switch. This channel strip puts decades of recording history at your fingertips so you can shape professional-quality vocal, guitar, bass and drum sounds with ease.

Plug Into a Legendary Tube Preamp

The 610 modular preamp defined the sound of 1960s rock and pop, used to record legends like The Beach Boys and Johnny Cash. The LA-6176 features Universal Audio’s modern 610-B preamp design with extended EQ controls so you can saturate signals with the smooth overdrive and lush tube tone that has remained a studio staple for over 50 years. Dial in the perfect amount of tube warmth and harmonic richness on vocals, guitars, drums and more.

Get Ultrafast 1176 Limiting

The 1176 limiting amplifier is renowned for its characteristically aggressive compression that has shaped iconic rock and pop records. Its FET-based circuit reacts instantly to transients, allowing you to achieve hard-hitting drum sounds, punchy basslines and crunchy electric guitars. Engage the 1176 mode on the LA-6176 to emulate the fast attack and release times that have made this compressor a must-have for professional studios worldwide.

Add Vintage-Style LA-2A Compression

Switch the LA-6176 to LA-2A mode to harness the tube-powered optical compression that has graced legendary recordings for over 60 years. The LA-2A is revered for its smooth, subtly warm sound that lends an organic glue to mixes and masters. Dial in vintage-style leveling on vocals, bass, guitar and drum subgroups to achieve the cohesion and depth heard on timeless records. Easily toggle between the 1176 and LA-2A compressors to find the perfect balance of punch and warmth on each track.

Experience Analog Authenticity With Unison Technology

When used with Universal Audio’s Apollo audio interfaces, the LA-6176 plug-in leverages Unison technology to provide all the impedance, gain stage sweet spots and circuit behaviors of the original hardware. This gives you an authentic end-to-end analog experience, from the 610 preamp’s tube saturation to the 1176 and LA-2A’s distinct compression flavors. If you’re looking to infuse your productions with the sound of UA’s most prized analog gear, the LA-6176 Signature channel strip plug-in delivers.