Universal Audio Apollo X8 Essentials+ Gen 2

Name: Universal Audio Apollo X8 Essentials+ Gen 2
Brand: Universal Audio
SKU: UAU-APX8G2-ESS
Price: 2.714.00 GBP
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The Apollo X8 Essentials+ Gen 2 audio interface is designed for professionals seeking exceptional sound quality and advanced processing power. Thanks to its latest-generation converters and four Unison mic preamps, it delivers authentic analog sound ideal for studio recording and mixing. Its HEXA Core DSP enables real-time use of a wide range of UAD plug-ins, optimizing creativity and precision. This Thunderbolt rack interface, equipped with 18 inputs and 24 outputs, is perfectly suited to medium-sized and large studios, offering immersive monitoring and advanced bass management for optimal sound control.

✓2nd-generation Apollo X converters with 24-bit/192 kHz resolution
✓Four Unison mic preamps for authentic analog sound
✓HEXA Core DSP for real-time processing with more than 200 UAD plug-ins
✓Apollo Monitor Correction with Sonarworks® technology for precise monitoring
✓Bass management and support for surround sound up to 7.1
✓Auto-gain function for quick input adjustment
✓Compatible with Mac and Windows and numerous DAWs (Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Ableton Live, etc.)

Technical specifications

Format	19" rack
Connection	Thunderbolt
Inputs	18 (4 Unison mic preamps, 2 Hi-Z instruments, 8 6.35 mm jack line inputs, ADAT, S/PDIF, Word Clock)
Outputs	24 (2 6.35 mm jack speaker outputs, 8 6.35 mm jack line outputs, 2 6.35 mm TRS headphone outputs, 7.1 surround)
Converter	2nd-generation Apollo X, 24-bit / 192 kHz
Dynamic range	130 dB
Total harmonic distortion	-127 dB
DSP	HEXA Core
Preamp	4 Unison preamps with Neve, API, Avalon, Fender, and other emulations
Monitoring	Apollo Monitor Correction (Sonarworks®), bass management, 7.1 surround
Additional features	Auto-gain, plug-in scenes, talkback, speaker switch
Compatibility	Mac and Windows, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, LUNA
Included plug-ins	More than 50 UAD Essentials+ plug-ins (preamps, compressors, equalizers, Auto-Tune, etc.)
Expansion options	Daisy-chain up to 4 Apollo Thunderbolt interfaces
Dimensions	19" rack format (height not specified)

Uses & benefits

Professional studio recording with authentic analog sound and high fidelity
Mixing and production with real-time DSP processing for unlimited creativity
Immersive, precise monitoring thanks to acoustic correction and advanced bass management
Use in an expandable home studio through daisy-chaining Apollo Thunderbolt interfaces
Ideal for sound engineers and producers seeking power and flexibility
Optimized for Mac and Windows environments with extensive DAW compatibility
Easy to use with auto-gain and complete control through the UAD Console application