{"product_id":"universal-audio-audio-interfaces-apollo-x4-essentials-generation-2-format-desktop","title":"Universal Audio Audio Interfaces – Apollo X4 Essentials+, 2nd Generation, Desktop Format","description":"\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Desktop-format Thunderbolt audio interface with 12 inputs and 18 outputs, four Unison mic preamps, second-generation Apollo X advanced digital audio converters, Auto-Gain, Apollo Monitor Correction, and bass management functions, QUAD Core DSP for plug-in processing, and a premium software suite for Mac and Windows. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eProduct description\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eCreate with the world’s most powerful desktop-format audio interface \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Record and mix larger projects and hear every detail with UA’s latest-generation Apollo x4 interfaces. They feature ultra-high-resolution audio converters and four Unison? mic preamps, and their QUAD Core DSP processor lets you record in real time through the world’s finest UAD plug-ins, including emulations of equipment by Neve, Manley, Avalon, SSL, and hundreds of others.\u003cbr\u003e Apollo x4 is used by the world’s top artists and producers. Now it’s your turn to enjoy UA’s timeless sound and legendary expertise to elevate your productions and facilitate future collaborations.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Work with next-generation audio converters—Apollo has never offered such a wide dynamic range and such a low distortion level.\u003cbr\u003e Enjoy analog sound as if you were in a professional studio with Unison? preamps. They let you record in real time through faithful emulations of equipment by Neve, API, Avalon, Manley, Fender, and more.\u003cbr\u003e Access more than 200 UAD DSP and native plug-ins, including the renowned Capitol Chambers, Sound City Studios, EL8 Distressor, and more.\u003cbr\u003e Mix with confidence on any speakers or headphones with Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks® technology* \u003cbr\u003e Use the Auto-Gain function to adjust the gain of multiple inputs in just a few seconds. That way, you’ll never miss another take.\u003cbr\u003e Hear the low end of your mixes in every detail using the bass management feature when you add a subwoofer to your monitoring system\u003cbr\u003e Configure low-latency headphone mixes, plug-in scenes, and immersive monitoring in just a few clicks with the UAD Console app\u003cbr\u003e Choose between the Essentials+ and Studio+ editions and receive thousands of dollars' worth of UAD plug-ins, including Auto-Tune, Fairchild and Teletronix processors, and more.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eThe desktop Apollo has never been more powerful\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Universal Audio designed the Apollo x4 as an evolution of the Apollo Twin, the reference interface that simply revolutionized recording in home studios and small professional studios. The Apollo x4 offers more inputs and outputs, unprecedented dynamic range, state-of-the-art 24-bit \/ 192 kHz digital audio converters, and now even more advanced monitoring features. Small professional studios and collaborators can now enjoy the sound of the stars, too. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eRecord through legendary preamps\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With its four Unison? preamps and two high-impedance instrument inputs on the front panel, the Apollo x4 lets you record in real time through dozens of classic preamp and console strip plug-ins, including those from Neve, Manley, and API. Your projects will feature the magnificent analog textures that you have heard for decades on the most iconic recordings in history. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eMix with perfectly authentic analog sounds \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Apollo x4 gives you immediate access to the tools used in the world's greatest recording studios. In addition to the Teletronix LA-2A compressors, Pultec equalizers, and Marshall and Ampeg amplifiers included with the interface, you can access more than 200 UAD plug-ins and bring your projects to life with legendary studios such as Ocean Way Studios, Capitol Chambers, and more.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eAn unprecedented level of detail\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The second-generation Apollo x4 is equipped with D\/A converters offering the highest resolution UA has ever provided. They are paired with the Apollo Monitor Correction feature powered by Sonarworks® technology. This not only gives you the most accurate representation of your recordings on your monitors or headphones, but also ensures there are no unpleasant surprises when listening to your mix or final master.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eUAD Console, the app that adapts to your needs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Like an analog studio, where everything passes through the console, the Apollo x4 features a powerful digital mixing engine that lets you control plug-in routing and monitoring. And with new features such as automatic gain adjustment, bass management, and plug-in scenes, you'll have no trouble creating an optimal workflow. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eA hybrid system designed for all your projects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Combine the Apollo x4's QUAD Core DSP with plug-ins running on your host computer to work on large-scale sessions with complex processing chains—a powerful hybrid environment that outperforms any native recording setup. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eYour studio evolves with you\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Adapt your studio to your needs by chaining up to four Apollo Thunderbolt interfaces. This gives you up to 128 inputs and outputs for working in your DAW, and lets you control them without leaving your desk by using the Apollo x4. Wherever your music takes you, you'll always have an Apollo within reach.** \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eKey features \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 12-in \/ 18-out Thunderbolt audio interface with QUAD Core DSP processor for plug-ins\u003cbr\u003e Four Unison? mic preamps, two high-impedance instrument inputs (Hi-Z), optical Toslink input\/output (ADAT or S\/PDIF)\u003cbr\u003e Two monitor outputs on 6.35 mm jacks, four line outputs on 6.35 mm jacks (ALT 1 \/ 2), two headphone outputs on 6.35 mm TRS jacks\u003cbr\u003e Second-generation Apollo X flagship converters with 24-bit \/ 192 kHz digital audio resolution\u003cbr\u003e Optimized D\/A conversion for critical listening with a 129 dB dynamic range\u003cbr\u003e Calibrate the outputs of your main studio monitors or headphones with the Apollo Monitor Correction feature powered by Sonarworks® technology*\u003cbr\u003e Full monitoring controller with alternative speaker switch and talkback microphone for easy communication with artists\u003cbr\u003e Updated UAD Console application with automatic gain, plug-in scenes, bass manager for subwoofer integration, immersive audio support, etc.\u003cbr\u003e Built-in DSP compatible with over 200 UAD plug-ins via 64-bit VST, AU, and AAX formats in major DAWs\u003cbr\u003e Up to around fifty UAD plug-ins included with the Essentials+ and Studio+ editions\u003cbr\u003e Compatible with LUNA, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, etc.**\u003cbr\u003e Upgrade options with Apollo Thunderbolt interfaces or certain models via a Dante network\u003cbr\u003e Free technical support provided by expert audio hardware engineers\u003cbr\u003e *Available in fall 2024. 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