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Harness the power of four Unison preamps, pristine conversion and UAD plug-ins with the Apollo x8 audio interface.

The Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen 2 18x24 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface, available in Essentials+ and Studio+ versions, lets you shape your recordings with authentic analog sound. This next-generation interface features four Unison mic preamps, HEXA Core DSP processing and a library of world-class UAD plug-ins. Designed for pro and project studios that demand high-resolution audio, the Apollo x8 Gen 2 puts legendary UA craftsmanship and the tools of the stars at your fingertips.

Experience Unparalleled Audio Quality

The Apollo x8 Gen 2 provides the widest dynamic range and lowest distortion of any Apollo interface for pristine audio quality. Its enhanced D/A conversion and 130dB dynamic range reveal every nuance in your recordings and mixes. When you play back audio through monitors or headphones, Apollo Monitor Correction (coming soon) powered by Sonarworks delivers a precise representation of your sound so there are no surprises in your final mixes.

Track Through Classic Preamps in Real Time

Four Unison mic preamps let you record through emulations of coveted preamps from Neve, API, Avalon and more. Unison technology provides the same rich, musical textures as the original hardware preamps used on countless hit records. Choose a preamp to match your microphone and source, then track vocals and instruments with the authentic tone and gain staging of an elite analog studio.

Shape Your Sound With Legendary Processors

The Apollo x8 Gen 2 provides onboard HEXA Core DSP and access to UAD's library of over 200 plug-ins, including vintage compressors like the Fairchild 670, LA-2A and 1176; Pultec EQs; guitar amps from Fender and Marshall; and modern channel strips. Add depth and dimension to your recordings with reverbs like the Lexicon 224 and plate reverbs. The possibilities for crafting pro-level sounds are endless with UAD plug-ins.

A Complete Monitoring Solution

The Apollo x8 Gen 2 functions as a fully featured monitor controller in your studio. Easily switch between monitors and control levels with its front panel. Talkback makes communication with musicians in the live room simple. The UAD Console app provides further monitoring options like speaker calibration with Apollo Monitor Correction (coming soon), bass management for connecting a subwoofer and 7.1 surround sound setups for immersive mixing.

Features

18 x 24 Thunderbolt audio interface with HEXA Core DSP plug-in processing
Four Unison mic preamps, two Hi-Z instrument inputs, eight 1/4" line inputs, two optical Toslink I/O (ADAT S/MUX), RCA coaxial I/O (S/PDIF), word clock I/O (BNC)
Two 1/4" monitor outs, eight 1/4" line outs (ALT / 7.1 surround), two 1/4" TRS headphone outs
Elite-class Apollo X Gen 2 converters with 24-bit/192kHz resolution featuring Dual-Crystal Clocking for ultralow jitter at all sample rates
Enhanced D/A for critical monitoring and playback with 130dB dynamic range and astonishingly low THD of -127dB
Calibrate your main monitor and headphone outputs with Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks (coming soon)
Fully-featured monitor controller with alternate speaker switching and integrated talkback for easy communication with talent
Updated UAD Console app featuring Auto-Gain, 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 50+ UAD plug-ins with Essentials+ or Studio+ 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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Apollo x8 Gen 2 18x24 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 Studio+ EditionChannel Strips & Preamps (9)

Avalon VT-737sp Channel Strip
Century Tube Channel Strip
CS-1 Channel Strip
Helios Type 69 Preamp & EQ
Manley Reference Microphone Preamp
Precision Channel Strip
UA 610-A Preamp & EQ
UA 610-B Preamp & EQ
V76 Preamplifier

Compressors / Limiters (17)

dbx 160 Compressor / Limiter
Empirical Labs Distressor
Fairchild 670 Legacy
Fairchild 660 Compressor
Fairchild 670 Compressor
Teletronix LA-2 Classic Leveler
Teletronix LA-2A Gray Classic Leveler
Teletronix LA-2A Silver Classic Leveler
Teletronix LA-2A Legacy Leveling Amplifier
Teletronix LA-3A Classic Audio Leveler
UA 1176 Rev A Classic Limiter
UA 1176AE Classic Limiter
UA 1176LN Rev E Classic Limiter
UA 1176LN Legacy
UA 1176SE Legacy
UA 175B Classic Limiter
UA 176 Classic Limiter

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 (6)

Auto-Tune Realtime Access
Auto-Tune Realtime X
Oxide Tape Recorder
Precision Enhancer Hz
Studer A800 Multichannel Tape Recorder
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

Delay & Modulation (5)

Brigade Chorus Pedal
Galaxy Tape Echo
Precision Delay Mod
Precision Delay Mod L
Studio D Chorus

Reverbs & Rooms (4)

Lexicon 224 Digital Reverb
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

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