UNIVERSAL AUDIO Apollo X8 | Heritage Edition

Features

• 8 x 24 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with class-leading 24-bit/192 KHz conversion (backwards compatible with Thunderbolt 1 & 2 on Mac)
• Realtime UAD HEXA Core Processing for tracking through UAD plug-ins at near-zero latency, regardless of audio buffer size
• Record through 4 Unison-enabled mic/line preamps — giving you fully authentic preamp emulations from Neve, API, Manley, SSL, and more†
• Includes access to LUNA Recording System for a fully-integrated, analog inspired Apollo workflow
• Surround monitor controller up to 7.1 format
• Includes the "Realtime Analog Classics Plus" UAD plug-in bundle. Other UAD plug-ins sold separately.
• UAD HEXA Core processing onboard for additional mixing horsepower for Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Ableton, and other major DAWs
• Combine up to 4 Thunderbolt-equipped Apollos and 6 total UAD devices
• Selectable +24 dBu operation for easy compatibility with professional mixing consoles and tape machines
• Convenient front panel monitoring functions including Alt Speakers, Talkback mic, and assignable Dim or Mono
• Free, industry-leading technical support — on the phone and online — from knowledgeable audio engineers

Includes the "Heritage Edition" Compilation

• UA 1176 Classic Limiter Collection
• Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler Collection
• Pultec Passive EQ Collection
• UA 610 Tube Preamp & EQ Collection
• Pure Plate Reverb

Includes the "Realtime Analog Classics" Bundle

• UA 610‐B
• Marshall Plexi Classic Amplifier
• Teletronix LA‐2A Legacy
• UA 1176LN Legacy
• UA 1176SE Legacy
• Pultec EQP‐1A Legacy
• Pultec Pro Legacy
• Precision Channel Strip
• Precision Reflection Engine
• Precision Delay Modulation
• Precision Delay Modulation L
• Raw Distortion
• Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Amp
• RealVerb‐Pro

Interface Specifications

Inputs

• Line Inputs: 8 Balanced ¼" TRS
• Microphone Inputs: 4 Balanced XLR
• Instrument (Hi-Z) Inputs: 2 Unbalanced ¼" TS
• Digital Inputs (Optical TOSLINK): ADAT: 8 channels @ 44.1 – 96 kHz, ADAT: 4 channels @ 176.4 – 192 kHz
• Digital Inputs (RCA): S/PDIF: 2 channels @ 44.1 – 192 kHz

A to D Conversion

• Mic Preamps: Dynamic Range: 122 dB (A-weighted), THD+N: -115 dB (0.00019%), Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.05 dB
• Line Inputs: Dynamic Range: 123 dB (A-weighted), THD+N: -113 dB (0.00022%), Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.04 dB

Outputs

• Line Outputs: 8 Balanced ¼" TRS
• Monitor Outputs: 2 Balanced ¼" TRS
• Headphone Output: 2 Stereo ¼" TRS
• Digital Outputs (Optical TOSLINK): ADAT: 8 channels @ 44.1 – 96 kHz, ADAT: 4 channels @ 176.4 – 192 kHz
• Digital Outputs (RCA): S/PDIF: 2 channels @ 44.1 to 192 kHz

D to A Conversion

• Line Outputs: Dynamic Range: 127 dB (A-weighted), THD+N: -118 dB (0.00011%), Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.07 dB
• Monitor Outputs: Dynamic Range: 129 dB (A-weighted), THD+N: -118 dB (0.00012%), Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.06 dB
• Headphone Outputs: Dynamic Range: 125 dB (A-weighted), THD+N: -102 dB (0.00080%), Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ±0.05 dB

Apollo X Series System Requirements

All

• Thunderbolt 3 cable (not included)
• Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
• 6 gigabytes available storage
• Quad Core i7 or better processor recommended
• For additional compatibility information, visit help.uaudio.com

Mac

• Available Thunderbolt 1, 2, or 3 port
• Thunderbolt 1 and 2 connections require an Apple Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter (not included)
• macOS 10.12 Sierra, 10.13 High Sierra, 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, or 11 Big Sur

PC

• Available Thunderbolt 3 port
• Windows 10 (64-Bit Edition)