Universal Audio Apollo x8p Gen2 Essentials+

Universal Audio x8P Gen 2 Overview

Real-Time UAD Processing for Engineers Recording Large Sessions

Ideal for producers and engineers recording large sessions, the Universal Audio Apollo x8p Gen 2 with Essentials+ Bundle is a 16x22 rackmount Thunderbolt 3 audio interface that offers eight Unison mic preamps with Auto-Gain, flagship Gen 2 Elite-Class 24-bit / 192 kHz AD/DA conversion, surround audio up to 7.1, and HEXA Core DSP for real-time UAD plug-in processing over Thunderbolt at near-zero latency—on Mac and Windows computers. The Essentials+ Bundle lets you mix and record live performances with 36 UAD plug-ins including Pultec EQ, Auto-Tune, classic LA-2A and 1176 compressors, and more. You can use Plug-In Scenes to recall settings instantly, even in the middle of a performance.Easily connect the Apollo x8p Gen 2 to professional studio gear with 8x8 analog line-level I/O via DB25 connections, two Hi-Z instrument inputs, and two monitor outputs via 1/4" connections. Two ADAT or S/PDIF I/O and wordclock I/O are also available for connecting to professional digital outboard hardware. You can mix with confidence in any room using Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks. Hear all the low-end detail in your mixes using Bass Management to add a subwoofer to your monitor setup. Quickly set up low-latency cues, plug-in scenes, and immersive audio monitoring with the UAD Console app.

What's New with Gen 2?

• New look and feel—updated industrial design with new knobs and switch caps
• Improved Elite-Class Gen 2 D/A converters featuring Dual Crystal Clocking for ultralow jitter at all sample rates 
• Improved monitor and headphone outputs for best-in-class critical listening
• Even lower THD% and increased DNR
• Assistive Auto-Gain supporting one-click configuration across all input channels with select Unison preamps, for effortless recording
• Built-in Room Correction enabling Sonarworks SoundID profiles to run on built-in DSP
• Bass Management for subwoofers in both Stereo and Surround configurations
• New UAD Console brings AutoGain, Unison, Apollo Room Correction, DSP Pairing, Dante Support, Multichannel Immersive Audio Monitoring, Bass Management, Plug-In Scenes over MIDI, and more—together under one roof
• New Ultimate+ and Studio+ software bundles with UAD plug-ins and Instruments

Key Features

• 16 x 22 Thunderbolt audio interface with HEXA Core DSP real-time plug-in processing
• Includes up to 30+ UAD plug-ins with Essentials+ Edition
• Eight Unison mic preamps, two Hi-Z instrument inputs, DB25 input (line 1-8), two optical Toslink I/O (ADAT S/MUX or S/PDIF), wordclock I/O (BNC)
• Two 1/4" monitor outs, DB25 output (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 ultralow jitter at all sample rates
• Enhanced D/A for critical monitoring and playback with 130 dB dynamic range and low THD of -127 dB
• Calibrate your main monitor and headphone outputs with Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks
• Full-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, and 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
• 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