Universal Audio Apollo X16D – Professional Dante® Audio Interface with UAD DSP for Live Sound and Studio Applications

The Universal Audio Apollo X16D is a premium 16-channel audio interface that combines the legendary sound quality of the Apollo X series with the flexibility of modern Dante® networking. Powered by the built-in UAD HEXA Core DSP processor, it allows engineers to run world-class UAD plug-ins in real time during live performances, broadcast productions, and professional studio sessions with ultra-low latency and exceptional audio quality.

Designed for front-of-house engineers, monitor engineers, broadcast professionals, AV integrators, and recording studios, Apollo X16D delivers the renowned Universal Audio sound while seamlessly integrating into professional Dante audio networks.

Key Features

• Professional 16-channel Dante® audio interface
• Integrated UAD HEXA Core DSP processor
• Real-time UAD plug-in processing with ultra-low latency
• Compatible with more than 200 UAD plug-ins
• Legendary Apollo X audio conversion quality
• Designed for live sound, broadcast, and professional recording
• Link up to four Apollo X16D units for a 64-channel Dante system
• Redundant Dante networking for maximum reliability
• Compatible with Apollo e1x and Apollo e2m expansion devices
• Plug-In Scenes for instant recall of complete effect chains
• Supports immersive monitoring up to 9.1.6
• Compatible with Dolby Atmos®, Auro-3D, and Sony 360 Reality Audio
• Includes UAD Console software
• Comes bundled with the UAD Analog Classics plug-in collection

Bring Studio Sound to the Stage

With Apollo X16D, professional studio processing is no longer limited to the recording room. The integrated UAD DSP platform lets you use legendary analog emulations during live performances without placing additional load on your computer.

Apply premium compressors, EQs, microphone preamps, reverbs, delays, tape machines, and guitar amplifiers directly to incoming signals before they reach the mixing console or DAW. The result is outstanding sound quality with virtually imperceptible latency.

• Professional vocal processing during live performances
• Real-time instrument processing
• Classic analog preamp emulations
• Studio-quality reverbs and delays
• Tape saturation and analog coloration
• Direct monitoring with plug-ins enabled
• Virtually zero-latency recording workflow

Built for Professional Dante® Networks

Apollo X16D has been purpose-built for modern networked audio environments. Dante® technology allows high-resolution audio to be transmitted over standard Ethernet infrastructure while maintaining exceptional reliability, low latency, and maximum flexibility.

This makes Apollo X16D an ideal solution for live venues, concert halls, broadcast facilities, theaters, houses of worship, conference centers, recording studios, and permanent AV installations.

• Native Dante® integration
• Professional network audio transport
• Ultra-low latency signal distribution
• Redundant network support
• Perfect for large-scale live productions
• Ideal for broadcast and streaming applications
• Flexible multi-room audio routing
• Scalable network infrastructure

Expand Your System up to 64 Channels

As your production grows, Apollo X16D grows with it. Up to four interfaces can be linked together, creating a professional 64-channel Dante system operating at up to 96 kHz.

• 1 unit = 16 channels
• 2 units = 32 channels
• 3 units = 48 channels
• 4 units = 64 channels
• Supports operation at 96 kHz
• Professional synchronization across all units
• Perfect for touring productions and large installations

Powerful UAD HEXA Core DSP Processing

At the heart of Apollo X16D is Universal Audio's powerful UAD HEXA Core DSP engine. Dedicated DSP processing allows complex plug-in chains to run independently from your computer's CPU, ensuring consistent performance during demanding recording and live applications.

• Dedicated DSP-powered processing
• Ultra-low latency monitoring
• Real-time analog emulations
• Supports complex processing chains
• Reliable performance for demanding productions
• No additional CPU load on the host computer

Total Control with UAD Console

The included UAD Console software provides complete control over inputs, outputs, monitoring, routing, and plug-in management. Engineers can quickly build sophisticated processing chains, save complete sessions, and instantly recall settings whenever needed.

• Intuitive software interface
• Complete input and output routing
• Flexible monitor mix creation
• Full plug-in management
• Session saving and recall
• Plug-In Scenes for instant configuration changes
• MIDI-controlled scene switching during live performances

Expand with Apollo e1x and Apollo e2m

Apollo X16D seamlessly integrates with Apollo e1x remote-controllable Unison™ microphone preamps and Apollo e2m stereo headphone amplifier/line interfaces, allowing you to build a complete Dante-based audio ecosystem.

• Remote-controllable Unison™ microphone preamps
• Stereo headphone amplifier interfaces
• Flexible network-based line I/O expansion
• Ideal for stage boxes and remote recording rooms
• Scalable Dante infrastructure

Immersive Audio Monitoring

After the performance, Apollo X16D becomes a powerful studio monitoring hub capable of handling immersive audio formats up to 9.1.6. It is perfectly suited for creating Dolby Atmos®, Auro-3D, and Sony 360 Reality Audio productions.

• Stereo monitoring
• Surround monitoring
• Dolby Atmos® support
• Auro-3D support
• Sony 360 Reality Audio support
• Immersive monitoring up to 9.1.6
• Perfect for music, film, television, and post-production

Apollo Monitor Correction by Sonarworks®

For even greater monitoring accuracy, Apollo X16D supports Apollo Monitor Correction by Sonarworks®. This integrated speaker and room calibration solution helps compensate for acoustic inconsistencies, allowing you to make more confident mixing decisions in both stereo and immersive environments.

• Professional speaker calibration
• Room correction for more accurate monitoring
• Improved stereo playback accuracy
• Support for immersive monitoring systems
• Better mix translation across different playback environments

Included UAD Analog Classics Plug-In Bundle

Apollo X16D includes the UAD Analog Classics bundle with more than 30 professional plug-ins. The collection provides essential tools for recording, mixing, mastering, sound design, guitar processing, and live production.

Channel Strips & Preamps

• Century Tube Channel Strip
• CS-1 Channel Strip
• LA-6176 Signature Channel Strip
• Precision Channel Strip
• UA 610-A Preamp & EQ
• UA 610-B Preamp & EQ

Compressors & Limiters

• Fairchild 670 Legacy Compressor
• Teletronix LA-2A Legacy Leveling Amplifier
• Teletronix LA-2A Tube Compressor
• Precision Buss Compressor
• UA 1176 FET Compressor
• UA 1176LN Legacy
• UA 1176SE Legacy

Equalizers

• Precision Equalizer
• Pultec EQP-1A Legacy EQ
• Pultec Pro Legacy EQ

Special Processing

• Oxide Tape Recorder
• Precision De-Esser
• Precision Enhancer Hz
• Precision Enhancer kHz
• Vibe Analog Machines Essentials

Instruments

• PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth

Delay & Modulation

• Galaxy Tape Echo
• Precision Delay Mod
• Precision Delay Mod L

Reverbs & Rooms

• Precision Reflection Engine
• Pure Plate Reverb

Mastering

• Precision Limiter
• Precision Maximizer
• Precision Multiband

Guitar & Bass

• Bermuda Triangle
• Raw Distortion
• TS Overdrive Pedal
• UAD Lion '68 Super Lead Amp
• UAD Showtime '64 Tube Amp

Professional Applications

• Front-of-house processing
• Monitor mixing
• Live multitrack recording
• Concert and festival production
• Broadcast and streaming
• Theater productions
• Houses of worship
• Permanent AV installations
• Professional recording studios
• Immersive audio mixing
• Post-production for film and television

Detailed Technical Features

• Product type: professional Dante® audio interface
• 16 audio channels
• Integrated UAD HEXA Core DSP processor
• Real-time processing with UAD plug-ins
• Compatibility with more than 200 optional UAD plug-ins
• Dante® network audio technology
• Thunderbolt computer connectivity
• Support for up to four linked units
• Maximum system capacity of 64 channels at 96 kHz
• Redundant Dante network connections
• Plug-In Scenes for instant recall
• MIDI control for scene changes
• Compatibility with Apollo e1x
• Compatibility with Apollo e2m
• UAD Console software included
• Apollo Monitor Correction by Sonarworks® support
• Immersive monitoring up to 9.1.6
• Dolby Atmos® compatibility
• Auro-3D compatibility
• Sony 360 Reality Audio compatibility

Rugged Rackmount Construction

Apollo X16D is housed in a durable professional rackmount enclosure designed for intensive studio use, permanent installations, and touring applications. Its robust construction helps ensure reliable operation during demanding productions.

• Solid metal enclosure
• Professional 19-inch rackmount format
• Designed for continuous professional use
• Suitable for mobile touring systems
• Ideal for permanent AV installations
• Clear and practical front-panel layout

What’s Included

• Universal Audio Apollo X16D
• UAD Analog Classics plug-in bundle
• More than 30 included UAD plug-ins
• UAD Console software
• Manufacturer documentation

Why Choose Apollo X16D?

The Universal Audio Apollo X16D combines elite Apollo X conversion, powerful UAD DSP processing, and the flexibility of professional Dante® networking in a single rackmount solution. It allows you to use trusted studio plug-ins during live performances, recall complete processing setups instantly, and expand your system to as many as 64 channels.

• Premium Universal Audio sound quality
• Legendary UAD plug-ins in real time
• Ultra-low latency live processing
• Scalable Dante® system architecture
• Redundant networking for critical applications
• Professional immersive monitoring
• Extensive included plug-in collection
• Ideal for FOH, monitors, broadcast, studio, and installations
• Future-ready platform for expanding professional systems

Whether you are mixing a concert, recording a large ensemble, managing audio across multiple rooms, or creating an immersive studio production, Apollo X16D gives you the processing power, scalability, and sound quality required for professional results. Its combination of Dante®, UAD DSP, advanced monitoring, and flexible expansion makes it a powerful centerpiece for modern live and studio audio systems.