Universal Audio APOLLO X4 Gen 2 UAD Analog Classics Pro - Thunderbolt audio interface
Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 with UAD Analog Classics Pro is a professional Thunderbolt audio interface featuring two Unison™ microphone preamps, four analog inputs, a powerful QUAD Core DSP processor, and reference-class 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion. The included UAD Analog Classics Pro bundle provides more than 80 professional plug-ins for recording, mixing, and mastering. New features such as Apollo Monitor Correction by Sonarworks®, Auto-Gain, Plug-In Scenes, Monitor Controller, and Immersive Audio deliver an even faster workflow and exceptional sound quality for professional studios and advanced home recording environments.
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Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 with UAD Analog Classics Pro – Professional Thunderbolt Audio Interface with QUAD Core DSP
Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 is the second generation of Universal Audio's professional Thunderbolt audio interface, designed for music producers, recording engineers, musicians, composers, and demanding studio environments. Equipped with four analog inputs, two Unison™ microphone preamps, a powerful QUAD Core DSP processor, and the comprehensive UAD Analog Classics Pro software bundle featuring more than 80 professional plug-ins, Apollo x4 Gen 2 delivers uncompromising sound quality and an advanced workflow for recording, mixing, and mastering.
The second generation introduces Universal Audio's most advanced desktop D/A conversion to date, offering greater dynamic range, exceptional detail, and highly accurate stereo imaging. Combined with exclusive Unison™ technology, realtime UAD DSP processing, and the latest UAD Console features, Apollo x4 Gen 2 delivers the legendary analog studio sound trusted by countless professional engineers and producers around the world.
Key Features
- Professional 24-bit / 192 kHz audio conversion.
- Two Unison™ microphone preamps.
- Four analog inputs and six analog line outputs.
- Powerful QUAD Core DSP processor for extensive realtime UAD plug-in processing.
- Two front-panel Hi-Z instrument inputs.
- New UAD Console features including Auto-Gain, Plug-In Scenes, Monitor Controller, Immersive Audio, and Bass Management.
- Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks®.
- Over 80 professional plug-ins included with UAD Analog Classics Pro.
- Expandable with more than 200 additional UAD plug-ins.
- Thunderbolt connectivity for expanding Apollo systems.
Reference-Class Audio Conversion
Apollo x4 Gen 2 features Universal Audio's most advanced desktop A/D and D/A conversion, delivering exceptional transparency, an extended dynamic range, extremely low distortion, and outstanding sonic detail. Every recording is reproduced with remarkable precision, allowing confident decisions throughout recording, mixing, and mastering.
Combined with Apollo Monitor Correction by Sonarworks®, the interface provides highly accurate monitoring through both studio monitors and headphones, helping you achieve consistent mixes in virtually any acoustic environment.
Two Unison™ Microphone Preamps
The two built-in Unison™ microphone preamps accurately recreate not only the sound, but also the impedance and gain characteristics of legendary analog studio hardware. This exclusive technology delivers authentic recording experiences using faithful emulations of the world's most respected recording equipment.
Supported preamp emulations include:
- Neve®
- API®
- Manley®
- SSL®
- Avalon®
- Helios®
- Universal Audio 610
- and many more available throughout the UAD ecosystem.
The two front-panel Hi-Z instrument inputs make Apollo x4 Gen 2 an excellent choice for guitarists and bass players, allowing direct recording through authentic UAD amplifier and pedal emulations with near-zero latency.
QUAD Core DSP – Built for Demanding Sessions
The integrated QUAD Core DSP processor provides the power required to run large numbers of professional UAD plug-ins in realtime. Channel strips, compressors, EQs, tape machines, guitar amplifiers, and reverbs can all be monitored while recording without placing significant strain on your computer's CPU.
By combining onboard DSP with your computer's native processing power, Apollo x4 Gen 2 creates an efficient hybrid production environment capable of handling complex recording and mixing sessions with ease.
UAD Analog Classics Pro – More Than 80 Professional Plug-ins Included
Every Apollo x4 Gen 2 includes the comprehensive UAD Analog Classics Pro software bundle featuring more than 80 industry-leading plug-ins for recording, mixing, mastering, and music production. Right out of the box, you'll have access to the same world-class tools trusted by professional studios worldwide.
Vocals & Pitch Correction
- Topline Vocal Suite
- Topline Key Finder
Channel Strips & Preamps
- API® Preamp
- API® Vision Channel Strip
- API® Vision Channel Strip Legacy
- Avalon® VT-737sp Channel Strip
- CS-1 Channel Strip
- Century Tube Channel Strip
- Helios® Type 69 Preamp & EQ
- LA-6176 Signature Channel Strip
- Manley® Reference Microphone Preamp
- Manley® VOXBOX Channel Strip
- Neve® 1073 Preamp & EQ
- Neve® 88RS Channel Strip
- Neve® 88RS Channel Strip Legacy
- Precision Channel Strip
- SSL® E Series Channel Strip
- SSL® E Series Channel Strip Legacy
- UA 610-A Preamp & EQ
- UA 610-B Preamp & EQ
- V76 Preamplifier
Compressors & Limiters
- API® 2500 Stereo Bus Compressor
- dbx® 160 Compressor / Limiter
- Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor
- Fairchild 660 Compressor
- Fairchild 670 Compressor
- Fairchild 670 Legacy Compressor
- Precision Buss Compressor
- SSL® G Series Bus Compressor
- SSL® G Series Bus Compressor Legacy
- Teletronix LA-2 Classic Leveler
- Teletronix LA-2A Gray Classic Leveler
- Teletronix LA-2A Silver Classic Leveler
- Teletronix LA-2A Legacy
- Teletronix LA-2A Tube Compressor
- Teletronix LA-3A Classic Audio Leveler
- UA 1176 FET Compressor
- UA 1176 Rev A Classic Limiter
- UA 1176AE Classic Limiter
- UA 1176LN Rev E Classic Limiter
- UA 1176LN Legacy
- UA 1176SE Legacy
Equalizers
- Helios® Type 69 Legacy EQ
- Neve® 1073 Legacy
- Neve® 1073SE Legacy
- Precision Equalizer
- Pultec EQP-1A Legacy EQ
- Pultec EQP-1A Passive EQ
- Pultec HLF-3C Passive EQ
- Pultec MEQ-5 Passive EQ
- Pultec Pro Legacy EQ
Special Processing
- A-Type Multiband Dynamic Enhancer
- Ampex® ATR-102 Mastering Tape Recorder
- Little Labs® Voice Of God Bass Resonance
- Oxide Tape Recorder
- Precision De-Esser
- Precision Enhancer Hz
- Precision Enhancer kHz
- Studer® A800 Multichannel Tape Recorder
- Vibe Analog Machines Essentials
Virtual Instruments
- PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth
Delay & Modulation
- Brigade Chorus Pedal
- Cooper® Time Cube MkII Delay
- EP-34 Tape Echo
- Galaxy Tape Echo
- KORG® SDD-3000 Digital Delay
- Precision Delay Mod
- Precision Delay Mod L
- Studio D Chorus
Reverbs & Rooms
- Lexicon® 224 Digital Reverb
- Ocean Way Studios Deluxe
- Ocean Way Studios
- Precision Reflection Engine
- Pure Plate Reverb
- UAD Sound City Studios
Mastering
- Precision Limiter
- Precision Maximizer
- Precision Multiband
Guitar & Bass
- Bermuda Triangle
- Fender® '55 Tweed Deluxe
- Raw Distortion
- TS Overdrive Pedal
- UAD Dream '65 Reverb Amplifier
- UAD Lion '68 Super Lead Amp
- UAD Ruby '63 Top Boost Amplifier
- UAD Showtime '64 Tube Amp
- UAD Woodrow '55 Instrument Amplifier
LUNA Extensions
- Ampex® ATR-102 Master Tape Extension
- API® Summing Extension
- API® Vision Console Emulation
- Studer® A800 Multitrack Tape Extension
The UAD Analog Classics Pro bundle provides a complete collection of professional tools for recording, mixing, and mastering. From legendary microphone preamps, channel strips, compressors, tape machine emulations, equalizers, reverbs, and guitar amplifiers to virtual instruments and LUNA Extensions, everything required for professional music production is included right out of the box.
A Modern Workflow for Today's Studio
Apollo x4 Gen 2 works seamlessly with the latest version of UAD Console, delivering a faster, more efficient, and more intuitive recording workflow. New features simplify session setup, improve monitoring, and provide powerful plug-in management, allowing you to stay focused on your creativity.
New UAD Console features include:
- Auto-Gain – automatically sets the optimal recording level.
- Plug-In Scenes – instantly save and recall complete plug-in configurations.
- Monitor Controller – convenient control of multiple monitor outputs.
- Immersive Audio – support for modern immersive audio production workflows.
- Bass Management – seamless integration of subwoofers into your monitoring system.
- Apollo Monitor Correction by Sonarworks® – accurate speaker and headphone calibration.
- Flexible signal routing and professional monitoring for demanding recording sessions.
Perfect for Professional Music Production
Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 is the ideal solution for professional recording studios as well as advanced home production environments. It is perfectly suited for:
- Music production.
- Vocal recording.
- Electric guitar and bass recording.
- Acoustic instruments.
- Podcast and voice-over production.
- Live streaming.
- Mixing and mastering.
- Film, television, and game audio production.
- Professional recording studios.
- Advanced home studios.
Technical Specifications
- Professional Thunderbolt audio interface.
- 24-bit / 192 kHz audio resolution.
- QUAD Core DSP processor.
- Two Unison™ microphone preamps.
- Four analog inputs.
- Six analog line outputs.
- Two front-panel Hi-Z instrument inputs.
- Second-generation A/D and D/A conversion.
- Apollo Monitor Correction by Sonarworks®.
- Auto-Gain.
- Plug-In Scenes.
- Monitor Controller.
- Immersive Audio.
- Bass Management.
- Realtime UAD plug-in processing.
- UAD Analog Classics Pro bundle with over 80 plug-ins.
- Expandable with more than 200 additional UAD plug-ins.
- Expandable Apollo system via Thunderbolt.
Premium Build Quality
Apollo x4 Gen 2 features a rugged all-metal enclosure designed for years of professional studio use. The large multifunction control knob, high-resolution display, and ergonomically positioned controls provide fast and intuitive operation. Its compact desktop design makes it equally suitable for permanent studio installations and mobile recording setups.
What's Included
- Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 audio interface.
- UAD Analog Classics Pro software bundle.
- UAD Console software.
- User documentation.
Why Choose Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2?
Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 combines reference-class audio conversion, two Unison™ microphone preamps, four analog inputs, the outstanding power of QUAD Core DSP processing, and one of the industry's most comprehensive professional plug-in collections. With more than 80 included UAD plug-ins, advanced monitoring tools, and the ability to expand your Apollo system as your studio grows, it provides everything required to achieve world-class recordings, mixes, and productions.
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Universal Audio APOLLO X4 Gen 2 UAD Analog Classics Pro - Thunderbolt audio interface - Frequently asked questions.
What is the Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2?
Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2 is a professional Thunderbolt audio interface featuring two Unison™ microphone preamps, four analog inputs, QUAD Core DSP processing, and premium 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion for recording, music production, mixing, and mastering.
What's new in the Apollo x4 Gen 2?
The second generation introduces improved A/D and D/A conversion, Apollo Monitor Correction by Sonarworks®, Auto-Gain, Plug-In Scenes, Monitor Controller, Bass Management, and Immersive Audio support for a faster and more precise production workflow.
What is Unison™ technology?
Unison™ technology recreates not only the sound but also the impedance and gain characteristics of legendary analog microphone preamps, providing an authentic recording experience with classic studio hardware emulations.
Which software is included?
The interface includes the UAD Analog Classics Pro bundle with more than 80 professional plug-ins, including channel strips, microphone preamps, compressors, equalizers, reverbs, guitar amplifiers, virtual instruments, mastering processors, and LUNA Extensions.
Does Apollo x4 Gen 2 include onboard DSP?
Yes. The integrated QUAD Core DSP processor enables realtime UAD plug-in processing with near-zero latency while significantly reducing your computer's CPU load.
Is Apollo x4 Gen 2 suitable for recording guitars and bass?
Absolutely. Two front-panel Hi-Z instrument inputs allow direct connection of guitars and basses while taking advantage of authentic UAD amplifier and effects emulations.
Who is Apollo x4 Gen 2 designed for?
It is designed for music producers, recording engineers, musicians, composers, content creators, podcasters, and both professional and advanced home studios.
Can I expand the included plug-in collection?
Yes. In addition to the UAD Analog Classics Pro bundle, you can purchase from the complete UAD library containing more than 200 additional professional plug-ins.
Can Apollo x4 Gen 2 be expanded with additional interfaces?
Yes. Thunderbolt connectivity allows multiple Apollo interfaces to work together as one integrated recording system.
What are the main advantages of Universal Audio Apollo x4 Gen 2?
Apollo x4 Gen 2 combines reference-class audio conversion, two Unison™ microphone preamps, four analog inputs, powerful QUAD Core DSP processing, more than 80 professional UAD plug-ins, and advanced monitoring features, making it a complete solution for professional music production.