This bundle includes UAD Ultimate 14 with the purchase of select Apollo Rack interfaces. Unlock over 90 UAD titles and 127 individual plug-ins, featuring legendary compressors, EQs, tape machines, reverbs, delays, guitar amps, and mastering tools from Universal Audio's acclaimed collection.
Record, mix, and produce with authentic analog sound using the Universal Audio Apollo x8p 2nd Generation, a professional Thunderbolt audio interface built for demanding studio environments. Featuring eight Unison™ microphone preamps, next-generation Apollo conversion, and a powerful HEXACore UAD DSP processor, the Apollo x8p delivers the performance needed for large-scale recording sessions and complex plug-in workflows.
With Unison™ technology, capture the tone and character of legendary preamps and consoles from Neve, API, Manley, Avalon, Fender, and more directly while recording. Its hybrid processing architecture combines onboard UAD DSP with your computer’s native processing power, providing a powerful workflow from tracking to final mix.
The Apollo x8p 2nd Generation features upgraded Apollo X conversion with improved dynamic range, ultra-low distortion, and Dual-Crystal Clocking for exceptional accuracy. The updated UAD Console software provides a complete studio control environment with advanced routing, plug-in scenes, Auto-Gain, bass management, and immersive audio support.
The included UAD Analog Classics collection gives you access to iconic studio processors, including emulations of the Teletronix LA-2A, UA 1176, UA 610 preamp, Pultec EQs, reverbs, delays, guitar amps, and more.
Key Features
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Thunderbolt audio interface with 16 inputs / 22 outputs
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Powerful 6-core UAD DSP processor for real-time plug-in processing
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8 Unison™ microphone preamps with classic analog emulations
- 2 high-impedance instrument inputs for guitar and bass
- 8-channel line I/O via DB-25 connection
- Dual optical ADAT / S/PDIF I/O
- Word Clock BNC connectivity for advanced studio setups
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Elite Apollo X Gen 2 converters with 24-bit / 192 kHz support
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Up to 130 dB dynamic range for detailed monitoring and recording
- Dual headphone outputs with independent control
- Monitor outputs with alternate speaker switching
- Built-in talkback microphone for studio communication
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Compatible with LUNA, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Cubase, and more
Included UAD Analog Classics Plug-In Collection
Includes over 30 professional UAD plug-ins:
- Century Tube Channel Strip
- CS-1 Channel Strip
- LA-6176 Signature Channel Strip
- UA 610-A & UA 610-B Preamp/EQ
- Teletronix LA-2A Compressor Collection
- UA 1176 Compressor Collection
- Pultec EQP-1A & Pultec Pro EQs
- Galaxy Tape Echo
- Pure Plate Reverb
- Oxide Tape Recorder
- PolyMAX Synth
- UAD Lion ’68 Super Lead Amp
- UAD Showtime ’64 Tube Amp
- And more
Built for professional studios, producers, engineers, and artists, the Apollo x8p 2nd Generation delivers the legendary Universal Audio sound with the connectivity, processing power, and flexibility required for modern recording environments.
