Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen2 Studio+

Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen2 Studio+ is a rack-mounted Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with 18 x 24 I/O, elite 24-bit/192 kHz converters, 4 Unison-enabled mic preamps, powerful HEXA Core DSP for real-time plugin recording, and built-in monitor and headphone calibration via Apollo Monitor Correction by Sonarworks.

The Apollo x8 Gen2 is designed for professional recording studios and hybrid production workflows, combining top-tier analog audio quality with powerful DSP-based plugin processing. Its elite Apollo X Gen2 AD/DA converters deliver a dynamic range of 130 dB with ultra-low THD and Dual-Crystal Clocking for jitter-free operation. With 4 Unison-enabled mic preamps, users can track through authentic emulations of Neve, API, Manley, Fender, Marshall, and more — with near-zero latency and rich analog tone. The updated UAD Console introduces features like Auto-Gain, Plug-In Scenes, and 7.1 surround support for flexible and fast studio workflows.

Apollo x8 Gen2 comes bundled with the Studio+ UAD plugin suite, offering over 50 premium effects and instruments including Auto-Tune, LA-2A, Fairchild compressors, Pultec EQs, Fender and Marshall amps, Moog Minimoog, and more. Combined with monitor/headphone calibration and scalable expansion via Thunderbolt, Apollo x8 Gen2 delivers unmatched sound quality and control for mixing, mastering, tracking, and producing hit records.

KEY FEATURES

• 18 x 24 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface in 1U rack format
• Elite Apollo X Gen2 AD/DA converters with 24-bit/192 kHz resolution and 130 dB dynamic range
• 4 Unison-enabled mic preamps with emulations of Neve, API, Manley, Fender, Marshall, and more
• HEXA Core DSP for real-time UAD plugin processing without latency
• Includes over 50 Studio+ UAD plugins for mixing, mastering, and tracking
• New UAD Console features: Auto-Gain, Plug-In Scenes, Bass Management, 7.1 Surround Monitoring
• Calibration of monitors and headphones with Apollo Monitor Correction by Sonarworks
• Expandable up to 128 channels by cascading multiple Apollo interfaces via Thunderbolt
• Compatible with all major DAWs including LUNA, Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase, Ableton Live
• Dante connectivity possible with optional Apollo x16D

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Mic/Line Inputs: 4 x XLR/TRS combo with Unison preamps
• Line Inputs: 4 x 1/4" TRS
• Monitor Outputs: 2 x 1/4" TRS
• Line Outputs: 6 x 1/4" TRS
• ADAT I/O: 2 x Optical Toslink (8 channels in/out @ 48 kHz)
• Word Clock I/O: Yes (BNC)
• Headphone Outputs: 2 x 1/4" TRS
• Dynamic Range (A/D, D/A): 130 dB
• THD+N: -127 dB (D/A)
• Clocking: Dual-Crystal Clocking technology with ultra-low jitter
• Plugin Processing: HEXA Core (6 SHARC DSPs)
• Plugin Formats Supported: VST, AU, AAX 64
• Connectivity: Thunderbolt 3 (Mac and Windows compatible)
• Dimensions: 483 x 308 x 44 mm
• Weight: 4.1 kg