Universal Audio UA - APOLLO X8 - Audio interface
Universal Audio UA - Apollo x8 is a Thunderbolt 3 audio interface for larger projects and home studios, offering elite A/D and D/A conversion and UAD HEXA Core plugin processing. With four Unison™ preamps and full LUNA integration, it enables near-zero latency recording. Connect up to four Apollo devices for 160 channels of I/O.
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Create Album-Ready Sounds in Real Time
The Apollo x8 brings professional analog sound to larger project and home studios, offering the same quality heard on your favorite records. With elite-class conversion and UAD HEXA Core plugin processing, the Apollo x8 is the only interface that allows you to record through preamps from Neve, API, Manley, and more with near-zero latency. This elegant rack-mounted Thunderbolt 3 audio interface delivers professional-grade sound.
Achieve Professional Sound with the Widest Dynamic Range and Lowest Noise Level
Record your vocals and synthesizers in real-time through classic emulations of microphone preamps from Neve, API, Manley, Avalon, and many others. Connect up to four Apollos for a total of 160 high-quality input/output channels and control everything from an Apollo Twin. Create with seamless hardware-software integration and analog console modeling in the LUNA recording system.
Hear Every Detail in Your Recordings
The tested A/D and D/A conversion of the Apollo x8 provides the same elite-class sound heard on thousands of hits and chart-topping albums. Apollo is widely praised for its open, natural sound, offering you the perfect palette to create your masterpiece.
Record Synthesizers and Vocals through Iconic Preamps
With four built-in Unison™ preamps, the Apollo x8 is the only interface that allows real-time tracking through preamps and channel strips from Neve, Manley, API, and many others, providing you with the same rich analog texture used for decades in iconic music.
Get the Sound of Professional Analog Gear in One Rack-Mounted Unit
The easy-to-use Apollo plugins enable you to achieve album-ready sounds in real-time, using professional tools such as the UA 610-B preamp and EQ, Fairchild compressors, amplifiers from Marshall and Ampeg, and many more. Apollo also allows you to use the entire UAD plugin library, offering you proven sounds from Ocean Way studios, Capitol Chambers, and many more.
Record with a Fast, Natural Workflow with LUNA
Apollo works with all major DAWs, but only the LUNA recording system provides seamless integration with Apollo for big analog studio sound in real time, with built-in features and extensions, from API console modeling to true Neve summing and integrated Studer tapes.
Your New Analog Studio, Expanded
Connect up to four Apollos for a total of 160 high-quality input/output channels as your studio grows, and control everything from your desktop with Apollo Twin or x4.
Key Features
- 18 x 24 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface with world-class 24-bit/192 kHz conversion (backward compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 on Mac)
- 4 Unison™ microphone/line preamps, enabling authentic emulations of preamps from Neve, API, Manley, Avalon, and more*
- LUNA Recording System - fully integrated recording application for Apollo (Mac/Thunderbolt)
- Connect up to four Apollo devices with Thunderbolt and a total of six UAD devices
- Realtime UAD HEXA Core Processing for tracking through UAD plugins with near-zero latency, regardless of audio buffer size
- Surround Sound Monitor Controller in 7.1 format
- UAD "Realtime Analog Classics Plus" plugin bundle, including the UA 610-B preamp, Legacy Pultec EQ, LA-2A and 1176 compressors, Marshall Plexi Classic, Ampeg SVT-VR Classic, and more
- Support for UAD Powered Plug-Ins via VST, Audio Units, and AAX in all major DAWs
- Selectable +24 dBu operation for easy compatibility with professional mixing consoles and tape machines
- Convenient front-panel monitoring features, including alternate speakers, talkback microphone, and assignable Dim or Mono functions
- Free, industry-leading technical support - via phone and online - from qualified audio engineers
*Apollo x8 includes the UAD "Realtime Analog Classics Plus" plugin bundle. Additional UAD plugins are sold separately at www.uaudio.com. All trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Don't miss the chance to enhance your studio with the Universal Audio Apollo x8 – an interface that offers unparalleled sonic capabilities and professional recording quality. Order now and experience the future of recording with the best interface in the industry.
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Universal Audio UA - APOLLO X8 - Audio interface - Frequently asked questions.
What are the main features of the Universal Audio Apollo x8?
The Universal Audio Apollo x8 is an 18 x 24 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface offering elite A/D and D/A conversion, a UAD HEXA Core plugin processor, and four Unison™ preamps. It is the ideal solution for larger projects and home studios, delivering professional analog sound in a sleek, rack-mounted audio interface. The Apollo x8 supports the LUNA recording system, enabling seamless hardware-software integration.
What are the key functions of the Universal Audio Apollo x8?
The key functions of the Apollo x8 include:
- Elite A/D and D/A conversion with 24-bit/192 kHz converters
- 4 mic/line preamps with Unison™ technology for emulations of Neve, API, Manley, Avalon, and other preamps
- Realtime UAD HEXA Core Processing for tracking through UAD plugins with near-zero latency
- Surround monitor controller in 7.1 format
- Capability to connect up to four Apollo devices and six UAD devices in total
- Support for the LUNA recording system for seamless integration with Apollo (Mac/Thunderbolt)
- UAD "Realtime Analog Classics Plus" plugin bundle, including UA 610-B Tube Preamp, Legacy Pultec EQ, LA-2A and 1176 compressors, Marshall Plexi Classic, Ampeg SVT-VR Classic, and more
- Support for UAD Powered Plug-Ins via VST, Audio Units, and AAX in all major DAWs
- Selectable +24 dBu operation for easy compatibility with professional mixing consoles and tape machines
- Front panel monitoring functions, including alternate speakers, talkback mic, and assignable Dim or Mono functions
What applications is the Universal Audio Apollo x8 suitable for?
The Apollo x8 is ideal for larger projects and home studios that need professional analog sound. With UAD HEXA Core Processing and Unison technology, users can record through preamps and UAD plugins with near-zero latency, achieving rich, analog sound.
What are the power requirements for the Universal Audio Apollo x8?
The Universal Audio Apollo x8 is powered via Thunderbolt 3, ensuring easy portability and minimal cable clutter.
What are the dimensions and weight of the Universal Audio Apollo x8?
The dimensions and weight of the Apollo x8 are not specified in the documentation, but it is a portable and compact rack-mounted device.
What connection options does the Universal Audio Apollo x8 offer?
The Apollo x8 features 18 inputs and 24 outputs, including 4 mic/line preamps with Unison™ technology, optical ADAT/SPDIF inputs, monitor outputs, and a Thunderbolt 3 port. Additionally, it can connect up to four Apollo devices and six UAD devices.
What sets the Universal Audio Apollo x8 apart from other audio interfaces?
The Apollo x8 stands out with elite A/D and D/A conversion, a UAD HEXA Core plugin processor, Unison technology, and the "Realtime Analog Classics Plus" plugin bundle. Its advanced monitoring functions, capability to connect multiple Apollo devices, and full integration with the LUNA recording system make it the ideal choice for professional musicians and producers.