Universal Audio Apollo X8 Heritage Edition Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface
Rackmount High End Audio Interface + Plug In Bundle
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SKU: APX8-HE
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Product Description
The Universal Audio Apollo x8 Heritage Edition combines the elite performance of the Apollo x8 with a bundle of premium UAD plugins worth over $2,400, making it the perfect choice for serious producers, engineers, and musicians. With 16 x 22 simultaneous inputs/outputs and world-class 24-bit/192 kHz A/D and D/A conversion, the Apollo x8 offers stunning clarity and dynamic range. The interface features HEXA Core DSP processing, providing you with more power than ever before to run UAD plugins in real-time at near-zero latency. In addition to the standard Realtime Analog Classics Plus bundle, the Apollo x8 Heritage Edition includes 10 iconic UAD plugins, such as Teletronix LA-2A, Fairchild compressors, Pultec EQs, and more. Whether you’re tracking vocals, instruments, or mixing complex sessions, this interface ensures premium sound quality and seamless integration with LUNA and all major DAWs. With its legendary preamps, cutting-edge technology, and superior build quality, the Apollo x8 Heritage Edition is ideal for professional audio environments.
Key Features:
- Realtime UAD HEXA Core Processing:
The Apollo x8 features six DSP chips, giving you 50% more processing power than previous models, enabling you to run more UAD plugins with ease. - Unison-enabled Mic Preamps:
Track with authentic emulations of iconic mic preamps from Neve, API, Manley, SSL, Avalon, and more, providing vintage analog warmth and clarity. - Included UAD Plugin Bundle (Value: $2,400):
Comes with a bundle of 10 premium UAD plugins, including Teletronix LA-2A, 1176 compressors, Pultec EQs, Fairchild, and more, providing legendary analog sounds at your fingertips.
Superior Sound Quality and Conversion:
The Apollo x8 Heritage Edition provides elite-class 24-bit/192 kHz A/D and D/A conversion for pristine, transparent audio. With new analog circuitry, the interface ensures ultra-clear signal paths and accurate recordings, delivering unmatched sound clarity. Whether you're recording instruments, vocals, or mixing complex projects, the Apollo x8 captures every detail with exceptional dynamic range. Universal Audio’s engineers have carefully paired the latest converters to ensure that this interface delivers top-tier audio performance that is perfect for any professional recording scenario.
Seamless Integration with LUNA Recording System:
The Apollo x8 Heritage Edition works seamlessly with Universal Audio’s LUNA Recording System, providing a fast, intuitive, and fully integrated recording environment. LUNA gives you unlimited track counts and real-time monitoring with ultra-low latency, making it easy to record, edit, and mix in one unified system. You can track with full UAD plugin support, without worrying about latency, thanks to LUNA’s Accelerated Realtime Monitoring. This makes the Apollo x8 the ideal solution for users who want the power of UAD plugins and the flexibility of a modern DAW environment in a single, streamlined package.
Unison Technology for Authentic Preamp Sounds:
The Apollo x8 Heritage Edition features Unison Technology, which allows you to track with the exact sound of classic preamps from Neve, API, Avalon, SSL, and more. This technology accurately emulates the input impedance, gain stages, and circuit behaviour of these sought-after preamps, giving you the warmth, clarity, and presence of vintage analog gear in your recordings. Whether you're recording vocals, guitars, or any other instrument, the Unison-enabled preamps ensure your sound is authentic, rich, and true to the original hardware.
Specifications:
- Audio Conversion:
Elite-class 24-bit/192 kHz A/D and D/A conversion
New analog circuitry for ultra-pristine signal paths - Processing:
UAD HEXA Core DSP with six DSP chips
50% more UAD plug-in processing power than previous models - Inputs and Outputs:
16 x 22 simultaneous inputs/outputs (8 x 14 analog I/O)
Two built-in Thunderbolt 3 ports, backward compatible with Thunderbolt 1 and 2 (via adapter) - Mic Preamp Features:
Four Unison-enabled mic/line preamps
Fully authentic emulations from brands like Neve, API, SSL, Manley, Avalon, Helios, and Universal Audio - Plugin Bundle:
Includes 10 premium U