Experience the Gold-Standard in Audio Recording - The Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen 2 Thunderbolt Audio Interface with Essentials+ Bundle

UA's next generation of Apollo x8 interfaces is here, for studio producers who need highest-resolution audio conversion, four Unison™ mic preamps, and HEXA Core DSP processing for recording and mixing with world-class UAD plug-ins from Auto-Tune, Neve, Manley, Avalon, SSL, and hundreds more. Trusted by top producers and engineers around the globe who need elite-class Apollo X sound and DSP power with more inputs and outputs, Apollo x8 brings legendary UA craftsmanship and the sound of the stars right to your rack.

• 18 x 24 Thunderbolt audio interface with HEXA Core DSP plug-in processing
• Four UnisonTM 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 / 192 kHz resolution featuring Dual-Crystal Clocking for ultra-low jitter at all sample rates
• Enhanced D/A for critical monitoring and playback with 130 dB dynamic range and astonishingly low THD of -127 dB
• Calibrate your main monitor and headphone outputs with Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks®*
• 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
  

SPECIFICATIONS

• Computer Connectivity:Thunderbolt 3 (cable sold separately)
• Form Factor:Rackmount
• Simultaneous I/O:18 x 24
• A/D Resolution:24-bit/192kHz
• Number of Preamps:4 x mic, 2 x instrument
• Phantom Power:Yes
• Analog Inputs:4 x XLR (mic/line), 2 x 1/4" (Hi-Z), 8 x 1/4" (line)
• Analog Outputs:2 x 1/4" (monitor), 8 x 1/4" (alt/7.1 surround)
• Digital Inputs:1 x Coax (S/PDIF), 2 x Optical Toslink (ADAT/SMUX)
• Digital Outputs:1 x Coax (S/PDIF), 2 x Optical Toslink (ADAT/SMUX)
• Headphones:2 x 1/4"
• Thunderbolt:2 x USB-C (Thunderbolt 3)
• Clock I/O:In/Out (75 ohm termination switch)
• Software:UA Studio+ Edition Plug-ins
• OS Requirements - Mac:macOS 10.15 or later, Quad Core i7 Processor or higher
• OS Requirements - PC:Windows 10 Anniversary update or later, Quad Core i7 Processor or higher
• Rack Spaces:1U
• Power Supply:12V DC power supply

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