Universal Audio Apollo Desktop

Universal Audio

Apollo Desktop Interfaces

Get big studio sound with a small footprint and up to four mic preamps and realtime QUAD Core processing.

Apollo Twin MKII Duo

Thunderbolt Audio Interface

Apollo Twin MkII is a ground-up redesign of the world’s most popular professional desktop recording interface for Mac and Windows — delivering enhanced audio conversion with the tone, feel, and flow of analog recording.

Features

Next-generation Apollo A/D and D/A conversion
2 Unison mic preamps offer stunning models of classic tube and transformer-based mic preamps and guitar amps
UAD DUO Core Processing for tracking through vintage compressors, EQs, tape machines, mic preamps, and guitar amp plug-ins with near-zero latency
Produce with LUNA Recording System — a fully-integrated recording application made for Apollo (Mac only)
Runs UAD Powered Plug-Ins via VST, AU, and AAX 64 formats in all major DAWs
Compatible with Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more
Front-panel Unison-enabled Hi-Z instrument input and headphone out
Built-in Talkback mic for communication with studio talent and recording slate cues
Dedicated monitor functionality including monitor remote functions and Mono, Mute, DIM, and ALT monitor controls
Up to 8 channels of additional digital input via optical ADAT/SPDIF input
Uncompromising analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
Free, industry-leading technical support — on the phone and online — from knowledgeable audio engineers

Specifications

Computer Connectivity: Thunderbolt 2
Form Factor: Desktop
Simultaneous I/O: 10 x 6
A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192kHz
Built In DSP/FX: Two SHARC processors - Realtime UAD processing
Number of Preamps: 2 x mic, 1 x instrument
Phantom Power: Yes
Analog Inputs: 2 x XLR-1/4" combo, 1 x 1/4" (Hi-Z)
Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4" (monitor), 2 x 1/4" (line)
Digital Inputs: 1 x Optical Toslink (ADAT)
Headphones: 1 x 1/4" TRS
Thunderbolt: 1 x Thunderbolt 2
Software: UAD Analog Classics Bundle with Unison Emulations (VST3, AU, AAX 64), 5 Heritage Edition plug-ins
OS Requirements - Mac: macOS 10.15 or later, Quad Core i7 Processor or higher
OS Requirements - PC: Windows 10 64-bit Anniversary or later, Quad Core i7 or higher
Power Supply: 12V DC power supply (included)
Height: 2.60"
Width: 6.31"
Depth: 6.20"
Weight: 2.35 lbs.

Heritage Edition

A Special Edition of Universal Audio's Acclaimed Apollo Twin MkII Interface, with a Bundled UAD Plug-In Package Worth over $1,300.

Apollo Twin MkII Heritage Edition has all the benefits of the acclaimed Apollo Twin MkII, including next-generation Apollo A/D and D/A conversion, DUO Core realtime UAD plug-in processing, Unison-enabled mic preamps, and full LUNA Recording System integration. And it goes a step further, with a software suite of 5 award-winning UAD plug-in titles, featuring Collections from Teletronix,® Pultec,® and UA.

Apollo Twin USB Duo

Audio Interface for Windows

With its class-leading resolution and Realtime UAD Processing, Apollo Twin USB sets a new standard for desktop music production. This 2x6 USB 3 interface for Windows allows you to record with near-zero latency through the full range of UAD Powered Plug-Ins — ingeniously merging classic analog tones with cutting-edge features.

Features

UAD DUO Core Processing for tracking through vintage compressors, EQs, tape machines, mic preamps, and guitar amp plug-ins with near-zero latency
World-class Apollo A/D and D/A conversion
USB 3 connection for modern Windows systems
Unison™ technology provides stunning models of classic mic preamps and guitar amps
2 premium mic/line preamps, 2 line outputs, front-panel Hi-Z instrument input and stereo headphone output
2 analog monitor outputs for full resolution at all listening levels
Up to 8 channels of additional digital input via optical ADAT/SPDIF input
Runs UAD Powered Plug-Ins via VST, AU, and AAX 64 formats in major DAWs
Compatible with Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more.**
Uncompromising analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
Free, industry-leading technical support — on the phone and online — from knowledgeable audio engineers

Specifications

Computer Connectivity: USB 3.0
Form Factor: Desktop
Simultaneous I/O: 10 x 6
Number of Preamps: 2 x mic, 1 x instrument
Phantom Power: Yes
A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192kHz
Effects: Legacy UAD plugins LA-2A, 1176N, Pultec EQ, 610-B Tube Preamp, Softube amp room
Analog Inputs: 2 x XLR-1/4" combo (mic/line), 1 x 1/4" (Hi-Z)
Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4" (line out), 2 x 1/4" (monitor)
Digital Inputs: 1 x Optical Toslink (ADAT)
Headphones: 1 x 1/4"
USB: 1 x Type B 3.0
Software: UAD Analog Classics Bundle with Unison Emulations (VST, VST3, AU, AAX 64), 5 Heritage Edition plug-ins
OS Requirements - PC: Windows 10 Anniversary update or later, Quad Core i7 Processor or higher
Power Supply: 12V DC power supply (included)
Height: 2.60"
Width: 6.31"
Depth: 5.86"
Weight: 2.35 lbs.

Heritage Edition

A Special Edition of Universal Audio's Esteemed Apollo Twin USB Interface, with a Bundled UAD Plug-In Package Worth over $1,300.

Apollo Twin USB Heritage Edition has all the benefits of the acclaimed Apollo Twin USB, including impeccable 24-bit/192kHz audio conversion, DUO Core realtime UAD plug-in processing, and Unison™ preamp technology. And it goes a step further, with a software suite of 5 award-winning UAD plug-in titles, featuring Collections from Teletronix,® Pultec,® and UA.

Apollo Twin X

Processing Thunderbolt Audio Interface

Apollo Twin X gives musicians and producers elite-class audio conversion with the tone, feel, and flow of analog recording. Letting you record through preamps from Neve, API, Manley, and more — with near‑zero latency — Apollo Twin X is born to make records. Available with Duo or Quad DSP.

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Features

Elite-class A/D and D/A conversion derived from the Apollo X rackmount interfaces
2 Unison mic preamps offer stunning models of classic tube and transformer-based mic preamps and guitar amps
UAD DUO Core Processing for tracking through vintage compressors, EQs, tape machines, mic preamps, and guitar amp plug-ins with near-zero latency
Produce with LUNA Recording System — a fully-integrated recording application made for Apollo (Mac only)
Runs UAD Powered Plug-Ins via VST, AU, and AAX 64 formats in all major DAWs
Compatible with Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more
Front-panel Unison-enabled Hi-Z instrument input and headphone out
Built-in Talkback mic for communication with studio talent and recording slate cues
Dedicated monitor functionality including monitor remote functions and Mono, Mute, DIM, and ALT monitor controls
Up to 8 channels of additional digital input via optical ADAT/SPDIF input
Uncompromising analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
Free, industry-leading technical support — on the phone and online — from knowledgeable audio engineers

Specifications

Computer Connectivity: Thunderbolt 3
Form Factor: Desktop
Simultaneous I/O: 10 x 6
A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192kHz
Built In DSP/FX: UAD-2 Duo Core Processing, Realtime UAD Powered Plug-ins
Number of Preamps: 2 x mic, 1 x instrument
Phantom Power: Yes
Analog Inputs: 2 x XLR-1/4" combo (mic/line), 1 x 1/4" (Hi-Z)
Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4" (monitor), 2 x 1/4" (line out)
Digital Inputs: 1 x Optical Toslink (ADAT, S/PDIF)
Headphones: 1 x 1/4" TRS
Thunderbolt: 1 x USB-C (Thunderbolt 3)
Software: UAD Analog Classics Bundle with Unison Emulations (VST3, AU, AAX 64), 5 Heritage 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
Power Supply: 12V DC power supply (included)
Height: 2.60"
Width: 6.31"
Depth: 6.20"
Weight: 2.35 lbs.

Heritage Edition

A Special Edition of Universal Audio's Acclaimed Apollo Twin X Interface w/ DUO Core Processing and a Bundled UAD Plug-In Package Worth over $1,300.

Apollo Twin X Heritage Edition has all the benefits of the acclaimed Apollo Twin X, including elite-class A/D and D/A conversion, DUO Core realtime UAD plug-in processing, Unison-enabled mic preamps, and full LUNA Recording System integration. And it goes a step further, with a software suite of 5 award-winning UAD plug-in titles, featuring Collections from Teletronix,® Pultec,® and UA.

Apollo Twin X USB

Duo Processing USB Audio Interface (Windows Only)

Apollo Twin X USB gives musicians and producers elite‑class audio conversion with the tone, feel, and flow of analog recording. Letting you record through preamps from Neve, API, Manley, and more — with near‑zero latency — Apollo Twin X is born to make records.

Features

Desktop 10 x 6 USB 3 audio interface for Windows with next-generation 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion
Available UAD-2 DUO Core Processing for tracking through vintage compressors, EQs, tape machines, mic preamps, and guitar amp plug-ins with near-zero latency, regardless of audio buffer size
Unison™ technology offers stunning models of classic tube and transformer-based preamps, guitar amps, and stompboxes
Built-in talkback mic for communication with studio talent and recording slate cues
Improved monitor functionality including monitor remote functions and Mono, Mute, DIM, and ALT monitor controls
2 premium Unison mic/line preamps; 2 line outputs; front-panel Hi-Z instrument input and headphone output
2 digitally controlled analog monitor outputs for full resolution at all listening levels
Up to 8 channels of additional digital input via optical ADAT or S/PDIF
Runs UAD Powered Plug-Ins via VST, Audio Units, & AAX in all major DAWs
Uncompromising analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
Free, industry-leading technical support — on the phone and online — from knowledgeable audio engineers

Specifications

Computer Connectivity: USB 3.0
Form Factor: Desktop
Simultaneous I/O: 10 x 6
Number of Preamps: 2 x Mic
Phantom Power: Yes
A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192kHz
Analog Inputs: 2 x XLR-1/4" combo (mic/line), 1 x 1/4" (Hi-Z)
Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4" (monitor), 2 x 1/4"
Digital Inputs: 1 x Optical Toslink (ADAT, S/PDIF)
Headphones: 1 x 1/4" TRS
USB: 1 x USB-C
Software: UAD Analog Classics Bundle with Unison Emulations (VST, VST3, AU, AAX 64), 5 Heritage Edition plug-ins
OS Requirements - PC: Windows 10 or later
Power Supply: 12V DC Power Supply (included)
Height: 2.6"
Width: 6.31"
Depth: 6.2"
Weight: 2.25 lbs

Heritage Edition

A Special Edition of Universal Audio's Acclaimed Apollo Twin X Interface w/ QUAD Core Processing and a Bundled UAD Plug-In Package Worth over $1,300.

Apollo Twin X Heritage Edition has all the benefits of the acclaimed Apollo Twin X, including elite-class A/D and D/A conversion, QUAD Core realtime UAD plug-in processing, Unison-enabled mic preamps, and full LUNA Recording System integration. And it goes a step further, with a software suite of 5 award-winning UAD plug-in titles, featuring Collections from Teletronix,® Pultec,® and UA.

Apollo x4

Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface

Apollo x4 gives engineers and producers recording larger projects the same professional analog tones heard on your favorite records with four onboard Unison™ mic preamps. With elite‑class conversion and QUAD Core UAD plug-in processing, Apollo x4 lets you record through preamps from Neve, API, Manley, SSL, and more — with near‑zero latency — giving you a fully-stocked analog studio, right on your desktop.

Features

Elite-class A/D and D/A conversion derived from the Apollo X rackmount interfaces
4 Unison mic preamps offer stunning models of classic tube and transformer-based mic preamps and guitar amps
UAD QUAD Core Processing for tracking through vintage compressors, EQs, tape machines, mic preamps, and guitar amp plug-ins with near-zero latency
Produce with LUNA Recording System — a fully-integrated recording application made for Apollo (Mac only)
Runs UAD Powered Plug-Ins via VST, AU, and AAX 64 in all major DAWs
Compatible with Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more
Dual front-panel Unison-enabled Hi-Z instrument inputs and headphone outs
Built-in Talkback mic for communication with studio talent and recording slate cues
Dedicated monitor functionality including monitor remote functions and Mono, Mute, DIM, and ALT monitor controls
Up to 8 channels of additional digital input via optical ADAT/SPDIF
Uncompromising analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
Free, industry-leading technical support — on the phone and online — from knowledgeable audio engineers

Specifications

Computer Connectivity: Thunderbolt 3
Form Factor: Desktop
Simultaneous I/O: 12 x 18
A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192kHz
Built In DSP/FX: UAD-2 Quad Core Processing, Realtime UAD Powered Plug-ins
Number of Preamps: 4 x mic, 2 x instrument
Phantom Power: Yes
Analog Inputs: 4 x XLR-1/4" combo (mic/line), 2 x 1/4" (Hi-Z)
Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4" (monitor), 4 x 1/4" (line out)
Digital Inputs: 1 x Optical Toslink (ADAT, S/PDIF)
Digital Outputs: 1 x Optical Toslink (ADAT, S/PDIF)
Headphones: 2 x 1/4" TRS
Thunderbolt: 1 x USB-C (Thunderbolt 3)
Software: UAD Realtime Analog Classics Plus plug-ins (VST3, AU, AAX 64), 10 Heritage Edition plug-ins (VST3, AAX, AU)
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, Thunderbolt 3 port required
Power Supply: 12V DC power supply (included)
Height: 2.60"
Width: 9.17"
Depth: 6.17"
Weight: 3.2 lbs.

Heritage Edition

A Special Edition of Universal Audio's Acclaimed Apollo x4 Interface and a Bundled UAD Plug-In Package Worth over $2,400.

Apollo Solo TB3

Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface

Apollo Solo is the world’s finest Thunderbolt 3-powered desktop recording audio interface for Mac and Windows, giving you class-leading audio conversion, two mic preamps — so you can record through preamps from Neve, API, SSL, and more — and a suite of included UAD plug-ins for recording album-quality results, with near-zero latency. Also available in USB-C.

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Features

UAD SOLO Core Processing for tracking through vintage compressors, EQs, tape machines, mic preamps, and guitar amp plug-ins with near-zero latency
Unison mic preamp and guitar amp emulations from Neve,® API,® Avalon,® Manley,® Marshall,® Fender,® and more
Produce with LUNA Recording System — a free, fully-integrated recording application made for Apollo (Mac only)
Runs UAD Powered Plug-Ins via VST, AU, and AAX 64 formats in all major DAWs
Compatible with Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more
Best-in-class headphone amplifier for loud, detailed, low-noise monitoring
Bus-powered connection to Mac and Windows systems for easy portability and reduced cable clutter
Uncompromising analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
Free, industry-leading technical support — on the phone and online — from knowledgeable audio engineers

Specifications

Computer Connectivity: Thunderbolt 3
Form Factor: Desktop
Simultaneous I/O: 2 x 4
A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192kHz
Built In DSP/FX: UAD-2 Solo Processing, Realtime UAD Powered Plug-ins
Number of Preamps: 2 x mic, 1 x instrument
Phantom Power: Yes
Analog Inputs: 2 x XLR-1/4" combo (mic/line), 1 x 1/4" (Hi-Z)
Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4"
Headphones: 1 x 1/4" TRS
Thunderbolt: 1 x USB-C (Thunderbolt 3)
Bus Powered: Yes
Software: Realtime Analog Classics plug-ins (VST3, AU, AAX 64), 5 Heritage 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 or higher
Power Supply: Bus powered
Height: 1.8"
Width: 7.1"
Depth: 4.8"
Weight: 1.38 lbs.

Heritage Edition

A Special Edition of Universal Audio's Popular Apollo Solo Interface, with a Bundled UAD Plug-In Package Worth over $1,300.

Apollo Solo Heritage Edition has all the benefits of the popular Apollo Solo, including class-leading UA audio conversion, two Unison mic preamps, and SOLO Core realtime UAD plug-in processing. And it goes a step further, with a software suite of 5 award-winning UAD plug-in titles, featuring Collections from Teletronix,® Pultec,® and UA.