Universal Audio Apollo Rackmount

Universal Audio

Apollo Rackmount Interfaces

Track, overdub, and mix with the industry standard using realtime HEXA Core processing. Get 8 Unison™preamps to capture bands and large ensembles in realtime with near‑zero latency. Seamlessly connect to your outboard analog gear or mixing console with the gold‑standard in pro audio recording. Take UAD plug-ins from studio to stage over Thunderbolt and Dante.

Apollo x6

Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface

Apollo x6 gives creators running project and bedroom studios the same professional analog tones heard on your favorite records. With elite-class conversion and HEXA Core UAD plug-in processing, Apollo x6 is the only interface that lets you record through preamps from Neve, API, Manley, and more — with near-zero latency — giving you professional sound in a sleek rackmount Thunderbolt 3 audio interface.

Features

Experience elite-class A/D and D/A conversion nearing the widest dynamic range and lowest signal to noise available — at any price
Track and mix with powerful HEXA Core processing, featuring 6 UAD DSP chips for running more award-winning UAD Powered Plug-Ins in real time
Record with near-zero latency through preamp emulations from Neve,API, Manley, Fender, and more using Unison™ technology*
Easily connect to pro-level studio gear with switchable +24 / +20 dBu headroom settings
Work in surround formats up to 5.1*, complete with speaker calibration and fold-down
Realtime UAD HEXA Core Processing for tracking through UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency, regardless of audio buffer size
Record through 2 Unison-enabled mic/line preamps — giving you fully authentic preamp emulations from Neve,API, Manley, SSL, and more**
Surround monitor controller up to 5.1 format*
UAD HEXA Core processing onboard for additional mixing horsepower for Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Ableton, and other major DAWs
Combine up to 4 Thunderbolt-equipped Apollos and 6 total UAD devices; backward-compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 via optional adapter
Selectable +24 dBu operation for easy compatibility with professional mixing consoles and tape machines
Convenient front panel monitoring functions including Alt Speakers, Talkback mic, and assignable Dim or Mono
Uncompromising UA 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: Rackmount
Simultaneous I/O: 16 x 22
A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192kHz
Built In DSP/FX: 6 x UAD DSP Cores
Number of Preamps: 2 x mic, 2 x instrument
Phantom Power: Yes
Analog Inputs: 2 x XLR (mic), 2 x 1/4" (Hi-Z), 6 x 1/4" (line)
Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4" (monitor), 6 x 1/4" (alt/5.1 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: HEXA Core UAD Plug-in processing, Unison Preamp Emulations, Realtime Analog Classics Plus Plug-ins (VST3, AAX, AU)
OS Requirements - Mac: macOS 10.15 or later, Quad Core i7 Processor or higher
OS Requirements - PC: Windows 10 64-bit Anniversary update or later, Quad Core i7 Processor or higher, Thunderbolt 3 port required
Rack Spaces: 1U
Power Supply: 12V DC power supply
Height: 1.75"
Width: 19"
Depth: 12.12"
Weight: 9 lbs

Heritage Edition

A Special Edition of Universal Audio's Acclaimed Apollo x6 Interface, with a Bundled UAD Plug-In Package Worth over $2,400.

Apollo x6 Heritage Edition has all the benefits of the acclaimed Apollo x6, including world-beating A/D and D/A conversion, HEXA Core 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 10 award-winning UAD plug-in titles, featuring Collections from Helios,® Fairchild,® Teletronix,® Pultec,® and UA.

Apollo x8

Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface

Apollo x8 gives creators running bigger project and bedroom studios the same professional analog tones heard on your favorite records. With elite‑class conversion and HEXA Core UAD plug-in processing, Apollo x8 is the only interface that lets you record through preamps from Neve, API, Manley, and more — with near‑zero latency — giving you professional sound in a sleek rackmount Thunderbolt 3 audio interface.

Features

A special edition of UA's acclaimed Apollo x8 interface — with a premium suite of 10 award-winning plug-in titles from Helios,® Fairchild,® Teletronix,® Pultec,® UA, and more — a $2,400 value
18 x 24 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192 kHz conversion
Realtime UAD HEXA Core Processing for tracking through UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency, regardless of audio buffer size
4 Unison-enabled mic/line preamps — giving you fully authentic preamp emulations from Neve, API, SSL, Manley, Avalon, Helios, UA, and more*
Produce with LUNA Recording System — a fully-integrated recording application made for Apollo (Mac only)
Compatible with Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more
Surround monitor controller up to 7.1 format
UAD HEXA Core processing onboard for additional mixing horsepower for Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Ableton, and other major DAWs
Combine up to 4 Thunderbolt-equipped Apollos and 6 total UAD devices; backward-compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 Macs via optional adapter
Selectable +24 dBu operation for easy compatibility with professional mixing consoles and tape machines
Convenient front panel monitoring functions including Alt Speakers, Talkback mic, and assignable Dim or Mono
Uncompromising UA 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: Rackmount
Simultaneous I/O: 18 x 24
A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192kHz
Built In DSP/FX: 6 x UAD DSP Cores
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: HEXA Core UAD Plug-in processing, Unison Preamp Emulations, Realtime Analog Classics Plus Plug-ins (VST3, AAX, AU)
OS Requirements - Mac: macOS 10.15 or later, Quad Core i7 Processor or higher
OS Requirements - PC: Windows 10 64-bit Anniversary update or later, Quad Core i7 Processor or higher, Thunderbolt 3 port required
Rack Spaces: 1U
Power Supply: 12V DC power supply
Height: 1.75"
Width: 19"
Depth: 12.12"
Weight: 9 lbs

Heritage Edition

A Special Edition of Universal Audio's Acclaimed Apollo x8 Interface, with a Bundled UAD Plug-In Package Worth over $2,400.

Apollo x8 Heritage Edition has all the benefits of the acclaimed Apollo x8, including world-beating A/D and D/A conversion, HEXA Core 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 10 award-winning UAD plug-in titles, featuring Collections from Helios,® Fairchild,® Teletronix,® Pultec,® and UA.

Apollo x8p

Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface

Apollo x8p gives engineers and producers recording big projects the same professional analog tones heard on your favorite records with eight onboard Unison™ mic preamps. With elite-class conversion and HEXA Core UAD plug-in processing, Apollo x8p is the only interface that lets you record through preamps from Neve, API, Manley, and more — with near-zero latency — giving you professional sound in a sleek rackmount Thunderbolt 3 audio interface.

Features

16 x 22 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192 kHz conversion
Realtime UAD HEXA Core Processing for tracking through UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency, regardless of audio buffer size
8 Unison-enabled mic/line preamps — track through fully authentic preamp emulations from Neve, API, SSL, Manley, Avalon, Helios, UA, and more*
LUNA Recording System — a fully-integrated recording application made for Apollo (Mac only)
Compatible with Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more
Surround monitor controller up to 7.1 format
UAD HEXA Core processing onboard for additional mixing horsepower for Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Ableton, and other major DAWs
Combine up to 4 Thunderbolt-equipped Apollos and 6 total UAD devices; backward-compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 Macs via optional adapter
Selectable +24 dBu operation for easy compatibility with professional mixing consoles and tape machines
Convenient front panel monitoring functions including Alt Speakers, Talkback mic, and assignable Dim or Mono
Uncompromising UA 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: Rackmount
Simultaneous I/O: 16 x 22
A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192kHz
Built In DSP/FX: 6 x UAD DSP Cores
Number of Preamps: 8 x mic, 2 x instrument
Phantom Power: Yes
Analog Inputs: 8 x XLR-1/4" combo (mic/line), 2 x 1/4" (Hi-Z), 1 x DB-25 (line)
Analog Outputs: 2 x 1/4" (monitor), 1 x DB-25 (alt/5.1 surround)
Digital Inputs: 2 x Optical Toslink (ADAT/SMUX)
Digital Outputs: 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: HEXA Core UAD Plug-in processing, Unison Preamp Emulations, Realtime Analog Classics Plus Plug-ins (VST3, AAX, AU)
OS Requirements - Mac: macOS 10.15 or later, Quad Core i7 Processor or higher
OS Requirements - PC: Windows 10 64-bit Anniversary update or later, Quad Core i7 Processor or higher, Thunderbolt 3 port required
Rack Spaces: 1U
Power Supply: 12V DC power supply
Height: 1.75"
Width: 19"
Depth: 12.12"
Weight: 9 lbs

Heritage Edition

A Special Edition of Universal Audio's Acclaimed Apollo x8p Interface, with a Bundled UAD Plug-In Package Worth over $2,400.

Apollo x8p Heritage Edition has all the benefits of the acclaimed Apollo x8p, including world-beating A/D and D/A conversion, HEXA Core 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 10 award-winning UAD plug-in titles, featuring Collections from Helios,® Fairchild,® Teletronix,® Pultec,® and UA.

Apollo x16

Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface

Our flagship Apollo x16 gives professional studios and music producers the same iconic analog tones heard on your favorite records. With 16 channels of elite-class A/D and D/A conversion — featuring the widest dynamic range of any integrated audio interface on the market — Apollo x16 seamlessly connects to your outboard analog gear or mixing console, giving your studio the perfect centerpiece in a sleek rackmount Thunderbolt 3 audio interface.

Features

18 x 20 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192 KHz conversion
HEXA Core Realtime UAD Processing for tracking through UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency, regardless of audio buffer size
Surround monitor controller up to 7.1 format*
Includes “Realtime Analog Classics Plus” UAD plug-in bundle featuring UA 610-B Tube Preamp; Legacy Pultec EQ, LA-2A, and 1176 compressors; Marshall Plexi Classic; Ampeg SVT-VR Classic and more
UAD-2 HEXA Core processing onboard for additional mixing horsepower for Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Ableton, and other major DAWs
Combine up to 4 Thunderbolt-equipped Apollos and 6 total UAD devices; backward-compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 via optional adapter
Selectable +24 dBu operation for easy compatibility with professional mixing consoles and tape machines

Specifications

Computer Connectivity: Thunderbolt 3
Form Factor: Rackmount
Simultaneous I/O: 18 x 20
A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192kHz
Built In DSP/FX: 6 x UAD DSP Cores
Phantom Power: No
Analog Inputs: 2 x DB-25 (line)
Analog Outputs: 2 x XLR (monitor), 2 x DB-25 (line/7.1 surround)
Digital Inputs: 1 x XLR (AES/EBU)
Digital Outputs: 1 x XLR (AES/EBU)
Thunderbolt: 2 x USB-C (Thunderbolt 3)
Clock I/O: In/Out (75 ohm termination switch)
Software: HEXA Core UAD Plug-in processing, Realtime Analog Classics Plus plug-ins, 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 64-bit Anniversary update or later, Quad Core i7 Processor or higher, Thunderbolt 3 port required
Rack Spaces: 1U
Power Supply: 12V DC power supply (included)
Height: 1.75"
Width: 19"

Heritage Edition

A Special Edition of Universal Audio's Acclaimed Apollo x16 Interface, with a Bundled UAD Plug-In Package Worth over $2,400.

The flagship Apollo x16 Heritage Edition has all the benefits of the acclaimed Apollo x16, including world-beating A/D and D/A conversion, HEXA Core UAD plug-in processing, and full LUNA Recording System integration. And it goes a step further, with a software suite of 10 award-winning UAD plug-in titles, featuring Collections from Helios,® Fairchild,® Teletronix,® Pultec,® and UA.