Product News
2018/09/07
Universal Audio Introduces the Apollo X Series
Four world-class interfaces, designed for excellence in every detail.
Universal Audio, a leading manufacturer of professional audio recording hardware and software, is pleased to announce the Apollo X series, which consists of four world-class interfaces with improved processing power, Thunderbolt 3 compatibility and more.
Track and mix with all-new elite class A/D and D/A conversion, HEXA Core UAD plug-in processing, authentic Unison mic preamp models from Neve, Manley, API, Helios and SSL, selectable +24dBu operation, and surround sound monitoring. All in a sleek Thunderbolt 3 interface for Mac or PC.
Apollo | x6: Two Unison mic preamps, 16 x 22 I/O; for electronic music and post production. apollo | x8: Four Unison mic preamps, 18 x 24 I/O; for music production and live tracking. apollo | x8p: Eight Unison mic preamps, 18 x 22 I/O; for live tracking with more mics.
Apollo | x 16: 16 x 16 analog I/O via DB-25 connections; for commercial studios.
Apollo | x6
Two Unison mic preamps, 16 x 22 I/O; for electronic music and post production.
Apollo x6 Key Features:
Apollo x8 Key Features:
Apollo | x8p
Eight Unison mic preamps, 18 x 22 I/O; for live tracking with more mics.
Apollo x8p Key Features:
Apollo | x16
16x16 analog I/O via DB-25 connections; for commercial studios.
Apollo x16 Key Features:
*Surround Sound Support for Apollo X Coming Q4 2018.
**Apollo includes the “Realtime Analog Classics Plus” UAD plug-in bundle. Other UAD plug-ins sold separately at www.uaudio.com. All trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Universal Audio, a leading manufacturer of professional audio recording hardware and software, is pleased to announce the Apollo X series, which consists of four world-class interfaces with improved processing power, Thunderbolt 3 compatibility and more.
Track and mix with all-new elite class A/D and D/A conversion, HEXA Core UAD plug-in processing, authentic Unison mic preamp models from Neve, Manley, API, Helios and SSL, selectable +24dBu operation, and surround sound monitoring. All in a sleek Thunderbolt 3 interface for Mac or PC.
Apollo | x6: Two Unison mic preamps, 16 x 22 I/O; for electronic music and post production. apollo | x8: Four Unison mic preamps, 18 x 24 I/O; for music production and live tracking. apollo | x8p: Eight Unison mic preamps, 18 x 22 I/O; for live tracking with more mics.
Apollo | x 16: 16 x 16 analog I/O via DB-25 connections; for commercial studios.
Apollo | x6
Two Unison mic preamps, 16 x 22 I/O; for electronic music and post production.
Apollo x6 Key Features:
- 16 x 22 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192 KHz conversion
- Realtime UAD HEXA Core Processing for tracking through UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency, regardless of audio buffer size
- Record through 2 Unison-enabled mic/line preamps — giving you fully authentic preamp emulations from Neve, API, Manley, SSL, and more**
- Surround monitor controller up to 5.1 format*
- Includes “Realtime Analog Classics Plus” UAD plug-in bundle featuring UA 610-B Tube Preamp Legacy Pultec EQ, LA-2A, and 1176 compressors; Marshall Plexi Classic; Ampeg SVT-VR Classic and more
- UAD HEXA Core processing onboard for additional mixing horsepower for Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Ableton, and other major DAWs
- Combine up to 4 Thunderbolt-equipped Apollos and 6 total UAD devices; backward-compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 via optional adapter
- Selectable +24 dBu operation for easy compatibility with professional mixing consoles and tape machines
- Convenient front panel monitoring functions including Alt Speakers, Talkback mic, and assignable Dim or Mono
- Uncompromising UA analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
Apollo | x8
Four Unison mic preamps, 18 x 24 I/O; for music production and live tracking.
Four Unison mic preamps, 18 x 24 I/O; for music production and live tracking.
Apollo x8 Key Features:
- 18 x 24 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192 KHz conversion
- Realtime UAD HEXA Core Processing for tracking through UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency, regardless of audio buffer size
- Record through 4 Unison-enabled mic/line preamps — giving you fully authentic preamp emulations from Neve, API, Manley, SSL, and more**
- Surround monitor controller up to 7.1 format*
- Includes “Realtime Analog Classics Plus” UAD plug-in bundle featuring UA 610-B Tube Preamp; Legacy Pultec EQ, LA-2A, and 1176 compressors; Marshall Plexi Classic; Ampeg SVT-VR Classic, and more
- UAD HEXA Core processing onboard for additional mixing horsepower for Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Ableton, and other major DAWs
- Combine up to 4 Thunderbolt-equipped Apollos and 6 total UAD devices; backward-compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 via optional adapter
- Selectable +24 dBu operation for easy compatibility with professional mixing consoles and tape machines
- Convenient front panel monitoring functions including Alt Speakers, Talkback mic, and assignable Dim or Mono
- Uncompromising UA analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
Apollo | x8p
Eight Unison mic preamps, 18 x 22 I/O; for live tracking with more mics.
Apollo x8p Key Features:
- 18 x 22 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192 KHz conversion
- Realtime UAD HEXA Core Processing for tracking through UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency, regardless of audio buffer size
- 8 Unison-enabled mic preamps with realtime preamp emulations from Neve, API, SSL, Manley, Universal Audio, and more**
- Surround monitor controller up to 7.1 format*
- Includes “Realtime Analog Classics Plus” UAD plug-in bundle featuring UA 610-B Tube Preamp; Legacy Pultec EQ, LA-2A, and 1176 compressors; Marshall Plexi Classic; Ampeg SVT-VR Classic and more
- UAD HEXA Core processing onboard for additional mixing horsepower for Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Ableton, and other major DAWs
- Combine up to 4 Thunderbolt-equipped Apollos and 6 total UAD devices; backward-compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 via optional adapter
- Selectable +24 dBu operation for easy compatibility with professional mixing consoles and tape machines
- Convenient front panel monitoring functions including Alt Speakers, Talkback mic, and assignable Dim or Mono
- Uncompromising UA analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
Apollo | x16
16x16 analog I/O via DB-25 connections; for commercial studios.
Apollo x16 Key Features:
- 18 x 20 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192 KHz conversion
- HEXA Core Realtime UAD Processing for tracking through UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency, regardless of audio buffer size
- Surround monitor controller up to 7.1 format*
- Includes “Realtime Analog Classics Plus” UAD plug-in bundle featuring UA 610-B Tube Preamp; Legacy Pultec EQ, LA-2A, and 1176 compressors; Marshall Plexi Classic; Ampeg SVT-VR Classic and more
- UAD-2 HEXA Core processing onboard for additional mixing horsepower for Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Ableton, and other major DAWs
- Combine up to 4 Thunderbolt-equipped Apollos and 6 total UAD devices; backward-compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 via optional adapter
- Selectable +24 dBu operation for easy compatibility with professional mixing consoles and tape machines
- Convenient front panel monitoring functions including Alt Speakers, Talkback mic, and assignable Dim or Mono
- Uncompromising UA analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
*Surround Sound Support for Apollo X Coming Q4 2018.
**Apollo includes the “Realtime Analog Classics Plus” UAD plug-in bundle. Other UAD plug-ins sold separately at www.uaudio.com. All trademarks are property of their respective owners.