Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen2 Essentials+

Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen2 Essentials+ is a rack-mounted Thunderbolt 3 interface with 18 x 24 capability, Apollo X Gen 2 converters with 24-bit/192 kHz resolution, 4 microphone preamps with Unison technology, HEXA Core DSP, and Apollo Monitor Correction calibration.

Apollo x8 Gen2 is Universal Audio's flagship audio interface for professional recording and music production studios. It combines elite Apollo X Gen2 converters, Unison technology for connecting top-notch microphone preamp and equipment emulations, and powerful DSP for real-time plugin recording.

Unmatched Sound Quality
✓ Elite Apollo X Gen2 ADC/DAC with an extended dynamic range of 130 dB
✓ Dual-Crystal Clocking technology for ultra-low jitter
✓ Enhanced DA circuitry with THD -127 dB for perfect monitoring

Connecting the Best Consoles and Preamps
✓ 4 channels of revolutionary Unison technology for applying characteristics of iconic consoles
✓ Selection of Neve, API, Manley, Fender, Marshall, and many other emulations
✓ Impressive analog emulation with low latency and excellent DAW integration

Uncompromising Workflow
✓ Control through the new UAD Console with features like Auto-Gain, Plug-In Scenes, etc.
✓ Full monitor controller with bass management and 7.1 support
✓ Calibration via Apollo Monitor Correction by Sonarworks for precise monitoring
✓ Handling large sessions and complex processing with hybrid processing

Best Plugins Included
✓ Dozens of UAD plugins for recording, processing, and mixing
✓ Auto-Tune, Teletronix LA-2A, Fairchild, Fender amps, Marshall, Ampeg, and more
✓ Full collection of premium UAD plugins for creating hit records

See plug-ins included with Essentials+

Channel Strips & Preamps (6)
Century Tube Channel Strip
CS-1 Channel Strip
Helios Type 69 Preamp & EQ
Precision Channel Strip
UA 610-A Preamp & EQ
UA 610-B Preamp & EQ

Compressors / Limiters (7)
Fairchild 670 Legacy
Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler
Teletronix LA-2A Gray Classic Leveler
Teletronix LA-2A Silver Classic Leveler
Teletronix LA-2A Legacy Leveling Amplifier
UA 1176LN Legacy
UA 1176SE Legacy

Equalizers (6)
Helios Type 69 Legacy EQ
Pultec EQP-1A Legacy EQ
Pultec EQP-1A Passive EQ
Pultec HLF-3C Passive EQ
Pultec MEQ-5 Passive EQ
Pultec Pro Legacy EQ

Special Processing (4)
Auto-Tune Realtime Access
Oxide Tape Recorder
Precision Enhancer Hz
Verve Analog Machines Essentials

Instruments (1)
PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth

Delay & Modulation (3)
Galaxy Tape Echo
Precision Delay Mod
Precision Delay Mod L

Reverbs & Rooms (3)
Precision Reflection Engine
Pure Plate Reverb
RealVerb Pro Custom Room Modeler

Guitar & Bass (3)
Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Amplifier
Marshall Plexi Classic Amplifier
Raw Distortion

Apollo x8 Gen2 is a top-class universal solution for modern music studios. It combines unparalleled analog sound quality, emulation of iconic equipment, powerful DSP, and advanced features for full control over the workflow.

Key Features:
- 18 x 24 rack-mounted Thunderbolt 3 audio interface
- Elite Apollo X Gen 2 ADC/DAC with 24-bit/192 kHz resolution and 130 dB dynamic range
- 4 microphone preamps with revolutionary Unison technology for emulating iconic consoles
- Emulations of Neve, API, Manley, Fender, Marshall, and many other brands
- Powerful HEXA Core DSP for real-time plugin recording without latency
- Includes dozens of premium UAD plugins, including Auto-Tune, Teletronix LA-2A, Fairchild, and more
- Updated UAD Console with features like Auto-Gain, Plug-In Scenes, Bass Management, and 7.1 support
- Studio and headphone monitoring calibration with Apollo Monitor Correction by Sonarworks
- Expandability by connecting up to 4 Apollo interfaces via Thunderbolt
- Compatibility with all major DAWs: Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Ableton, LUNA, etc.
- Dante connectivity via Apollo x16D
- Free technical support from Universal Audio engineers
- Dimensions: 483 x 308 x 44 mm