Universal AudioApollo x8p Gen 2 Thunderbolt Audio Interface - Essentials+ Edition

Universal Audio Apollo x8p Gen 2

The Apollo x8p Gen 2 Essential+ edition is a 16-input, 22-output Thunderbolt audio interface with powerful HEXA core DSP processing, next generation audio converters, and plenty of premium Unison mic preamps. Command your studio with flexible connectivity and convenient features to empower your next creative project. With professional sound quality trusted by top engineers all over the world, the Apollo x8p is a perfect centerpiece to any serious studio.

Eight Unison preamps give you ample inputs to run large ensemble sessions, using UA's industry-leading analog emulation technology to dial in the sounds of legendary gear from Neve, API, Manley, Fender, and more. Capture sound in brilliant detail and clarity thanks to the Apollo X Gen 2 converters, which provide fantastic dynamic range and ultra-low distortion to ensure pristine, professional audio up to 24-bit / 192kHz. With new Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks, the Apollo x8p can perfectly tune your monitor and headphone outputs to compensate for your room, providing a mix you can trust when making crucial musical decisions.

The x8p features a comprehensive toolset to get started making professional productions right away. The UAD console app has been updated to streamline sessions like never before, with convenient features like plug-in scenes, low latency cues, and auto-gain to immediately set levels so you never miss that perfect take. Armed with its HEXA core DSP processor, the Apollo x8p works alongside your computer to enable intensive plug-in processing, so your CPU limitations never hold back your vision. Since the x8p Essentials+ edition comes with a wide range of plug-in instruments and effects from UAD, you can put this processing power to work right away. For professional sound with all the tools you need to make your productions sound their best, look no further than the Apollo x8p Gen 2 Essentials+ edition from Universal Audio.

Apollo x8p Gen 2 Features

• 16 x 22 Thunderbolt audio interface with Hexa core DSP processing
• Eight Unison mic preamps for analog sounds emulated from legendary consoles
• Eight line inputs via DB-25
• Two Hi-Z instrument inputs
• Two headphone outputs
• ADAT and S/PIDF I/O for digital expansion
• Gen 2 Apollo X converters with 24-bit / 192kHz resolution
• Enhanced D/A converters with 129dB dynamic range
• Headphone and main output monitoring calibration with Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks
• Updated UAD console app with auto-gain control, plug-in scenes, bass management, and more
• Monitor controller with speaker switching and talkback
• Onboard DSP enables complex and CPU intensive processing
• Essentials+ edition includes 33+ UAD plug-ins including instruments and effects
• Expandable with other Thunderbolt Apollo interfaces up to 128 channels