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Overview

The pinnacle of analog studio integration with elite-class sound.

The Universal Audio Apollo x16 Gen 2 18x20 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface, available in Essentials+ and Studio+ versions, puts the power of a professional recording studio right in your rack. The x16 Gen 2 offers the highest-resolution A/D and D/A conversion of any Apollo interface for pristine sound quality and connectivity to your analog gear. With its generous DSP and plug-in bundle, you'll have access to iconic analog emulations from Neve, Helios, API and more to craft your mixes.

Pristine Sound Quality

The x16 Gen 2 features Universal Audio's latest generation of A/D and D/A converters for the widest dynamic range and lowest distortion of any Apollo interface. You'll capture every nuance of your recordings and hear the finest details in your mixes. The flagship D/A conversion provides 133dB dynamic range and THD of –129dB for critical listening. With its DB25 connections and switchable +24dBu headroom, the x16 Gen 2 effortlessly interfaces with your studio equipment and patch bays.

Hundreds of Analog Emulations

Powered by HEXA Core Processing, the x16 Gen 2 provides DSP for running hundreds of UAD plug-ins like the LA-2A and 1176 compressors, Pultec EQs and channel strips from API, Neve and SSL. UA's plug-in bundle gives you a generous suite of emulations right out of the box so you can build your mixes with the sound of analog gear used to record iconic albums.

Immersive Monitoring

The x16 Gen 2's Apollo Monitor Correction, powered by Sonarworks, provides speaker calibration for accurate listening in any room. You'll hear how your mixes will translate on different systems with no surprises. The x16 Gen 2 also supports mixing in 3D formats up to 9.1.6 for creating immersive Dolby Atmos, Auro and Sony 360 mixes. With flexible routing and control of your monitors, talkback and plug-in processing in the UAD Console app, you'll find a workflow tailored to your needs.

Hybrid Workflows

The x16 Gen 2 combines onboard HEXA DSP with your computer's native processing for a powerhouse system able to handle large sessions with complex plug-in chains. You get low latency performance for tracking and mixing in your DAW of choice like Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase or LUNA. The x16 Gen 2 is also expandable, linking up to four units for 64 channels of A/D and D/A conversion. For plug-in control and monitoring, use the desktop Apollo Twin or x4 in your studio. Wherever your music takes you, UA's got you covered.

Features

  • 18x20 Thunderbolt audio interface with HEXA Core DSP plug-in processing
  • Two DB-25 inputs (line 1-16), stereo AES I/O (XLR), word clock I/O (BNC)
  • Two monitor outs (XLR), two DB-25 outputs (line 1-16 or ALT / 9.1.6 surround)
  • Elite-class Apollo X Gen 2 converters with 24-bit/192kHz resolution featuring Dual-Crystal Clocking for ultralow jitter at all sample rates
  • Flagship D/A for critical monitoring and playback with 133dB dynamic range and astonishingly low THD of -129dB
  • Calibrate your main monitor outputs (stereo or immersive) with Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks
  • Fully-featured monitor controller with alternate speaker switching and integrated talkback for easy communication with talent
  • ALT monitoring support in all monitor modes (2 x ALT mon for stereo, 1 x ALT mon for immersive)
  • Updated UAD Console app featuring Plug-In Scenes, subwoofer integration with Bass Management, immersive audio support, and more
  • Onboard DSP supports over 200 UAD plug-ins via VST, AU, and AAX 64 formats in all major DAWs
  • Includes up to 100+ UAD plug-ins with Essentials+ or Ultimate+ Editions
  • Compatible with LUNA, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more
  • Expandable with Thunderbolt Apollo interfaces or select models over Dante
  • Free industry-leading technical support from knowledgeable audio engineers

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Specs

Apollo x16 Gen 2 18x20 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface Specifications:

Included Plug-Ins in Essentials+ EditionChannel Strips & Preamps (6)
  • Century Tube Channel Strip
  • CS-1 Channel Strip
  • Helios Type 69 Preamp & EQ
  • Precision Channel Strip
  • UA 610-A Preamp & EQ
  • UA 610-B Preamp & EQ
Compressors/Limiters (7)
  • Fairchild 670 Legacy
  • Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler
  • Teletronix LA-2A Gray Classic Leveler
  • Teletronix LA-2A Silver Classic Leveler
  • Teletronix LA-2A Legacy Leveling Amplifier
  • UA 1176LN Legacy
  • UA 1176SE Legacy
Equalizers (6)
  • Helios Type 69 Legacy EQ
  • 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 (4)
  • Auto-Tune Realtime Access
  • Oxide Tape Recorder
  • Precision Enhancer Hz
  • Verve Analog Machines Essentials
Instruments (1)
  • PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth
Delay & Modulation (3)
  • Galaxy Tape Echo
  • Precision Delay Mod
  • Precision Delay Mod L
Reverbs & Rooms (3)
  • Precision Reflection Engine
  • Pure Plate Reverb
  • RealVerb Pro Custom Room Modeler
  • Guitar & Bass (3)
  • Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Amplifier
  • Marshall Plexi Classic Amplifier
  • Raw Distortion
Included Plug-Ins in Ultimate+ EditionChannel Strips & Preamps (18)
  • API Preamp
  • API Vision Channel Strip
  • API Vision Legacy Channel Strip
  • Avalon VT-737sp Channel Strip
  • Century Tube Channel Strip
  • CS-1 Channel Strip
  • Helios Type 69 Preamp & EQ
  • Manley Reference Microphone Preamp
  • Manley VOXBOX Channel Strip
  • Neve 1073 Preamp & EQ
  • Neve 88RS Channel Strip
  • Neve 88RS Legacy Channel Strip
  • 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
  • LA-6176
Compressors/Limiters (22)
  • API 2500 Stereo Bus Compressor
  • dbx 160 Compressor/Limiter
  • Empirical Labs Distressor
  • Fairchild 660 Compressor
  • Fairchild 670 Compressor
  • Fairchild 670 Legacy Compressor
  • Manley Variable-Mu Limiter Compressor
  • Precision Buss Compressor
  • SSL G Series Bus Compressor
  • SSL G Series Bus Compressor Legacy
  • Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler
  • Teletronix LA-2A Gray Classic Leveler
  • Teletronix LA-2A Silver Classic Leveler
  • Teletronix LA-2A Legacy Leveling Amplifier
  • Teletronix LA-3A Classic Leveler
  • UA 1176 Rev A Classic Limiter
  • UA 1176AE Classic Limiter
  • UA 1176LN Rev E Classic Limiter
  • UA 1176LN Legacy Limiting Amplifier
  • UA 1176SE Legacy Limiting Amplifier
  • UA 175B Classic Limiter
  • UA 176 Classic Limiter
Equalizers (17)
  • API 550A Parametric EQ
  • API 560 Graphic EQ
  • Cambridge EQ
  • Harrison 32C Channel EQ
  • Harrison 32C SE Channel EQ
  • Helios Type 69 Legacy EQ
  • Hitsville EQ
  • Manley Massive Passive EQ
  • Neve 1073 Legacy Classic Console EQ
  • Neve 1073SE Legacy Classic Console EQ
  • 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
  • Trident A-Range Classic Console EQ
Special Processing (17)
  • Auto-Tune Realtime Access
  • Auto-Tune Realtime X
  • Ampex ATR-102 Mastering Tape Recorder
  • Empirical Labs FATSO Jr. Tape Sim. & Compressor
  • Empirical Labs FATSO Sr. Tape Sim. & Compressor
  • Little Labs IBP Phase Alignment Tool
  • Little Labs Voice Of God Bass Resonance
  • Moog Multimode Filter
  • Moog Multimode Filter SE
  • Moog Multimode Filter XL
  • Oxide Tape Recorder
  • Precision De-Esser
  • Precision Enhancer Hz
  • Precision Enhancer kHz
  • Studer A800 Multichannel Tape Recorder
  • Thermionic Culture Vulture
  • Verve Analog Machines Essentials
Instruments (6)
  • Electra 88 Vintage Keyboard Studio
  • Moog Minimoog
  • Opal Morphing Synth
  • PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth
  • Ravel Grand Piano
  • Waterfall B3 Organ
  • Verve Analog Machines (full)
Delay & Modulation (10)
  • Brigade Chorus Pedal
  • Cooper Time Cube MkII Delay
  • EP-34 Tape Echo
  • Galaxy Tape Echo
  • KORG SDD-3000 Digital Delay
  • MXR Flanger/Doubler
  • Precision Delay Modulation
  • Precision Delay Modulation Long
  • Studio D Chorus
  • Waterfall Rotary Speaker
Vocal (2)
  • Topline Vocal Suite (native)
  • Topline Key Finder (native)
Reverbs & Rooms (13)
  • AKG BX 20 Spring Reverb
  • Capitol Chambers
  • DreamVerb Room Modeler
  • EMT 140 Classic Plate Reverb
  • EMT 250 Electronic Reverb
  • Hitsville Reverb Chambers
  • Lexicon 224 Digital Reverb
  • Lexicon 480L Digital Reverb and Effects
  • Ocean Way Studios
  • Precision Reflection Engine
  • Pure Plate Reverb
  • RealVerb Pro Custom Room Modeler
  • UAD Sound City Studios
Mastering (7)
  • Capitol Mastering Compressor
  • Hitsville Mastering EQ
  • Manley Massive Passive Mastering EQ
  • Precision K-Stereo Ambience Recovery
  • Precision Maximizer
  • Precision Multiband
  • Precision Limiter
Guitar (6)
  • Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Amplifier
  • Bermuda Triangle
  • Fender ’55 Tweed Deluxe
  • Marshall Plexi Classic Amplifier
  • Raw Distortion
  • TS Overdrive Pedal
  • UAD Dream ’65 Reverb Amplifier (native)
  • UAD Ruby ’63 Top Boost Amplifier (native)
  • UAD Lion ’68 Super Lead Amp (native)
LUNA Extensions (4)
  • LUNA API Summing Extension
  • LUNA API Vision Console Emulation Extension
  • LUNA Ampex ATR-102 Mastering Tape Extension
  • LUNA Studer A800 Multichannel Tape Extension
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