Universal Audio Apollo
Best professional interface for demanding studio recording and mixing.
This interface brings elite studio-grade conversion and real-time processing to the complex world of networked audio. By integrating Dante connectivity, it trades simple plug-and-play convenience for the massive scalability required to manage immersive, multi-channel setups in professional live and studio environments.
$2999.00
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Pro Audio Design
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Who it's for
- Professional engineers demanding uncompromising sonic fidelity for critical mixing and mastering.
- Producers and musicians seeking studio-grade effects and vintage gear emulations during recording.
- Studio owners and engineers managing complex setups with numerous outboard processors.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious musicians and hobbyists seeking an entry-level professional audio interface.
- New users expecting a complete plugin suite included with their high-end hardware purchase.
- Users with older computers or non-Thunderbolt PCs considering a high-performance audio interface.
Performance breakdown
Conversion Fidelity
Elite-class 24-bit/192 kHz converters deliver industry-standard transparency for critical listening.
Networked Audio Integration
Dante and AES67 support make complex, multi-room venue routing effortless.
DSP Processing Power
HEXA Core engine handles heavy plug-in chains without taxing your computer.
Immersive Audio Support
Native 9.1.6 monitoring capabilities simplify modern Dolby Atmos mixing workflows.
Latency Performance
Near-zero latency monitoring ensures performers hear exactly what they need.
Connectivity Versatility
Thunderbolt 3 speed is excellent, though lack of analog inputs limits flexibility.
Key Specs
18 x 20 simultaneous I/O
24-bit / 192 kHz elite-class Apollo X D/A conversion
Dante 16 x 16 I/O with AES67 support
Onboard HEXA Core DSP for real-time UAD plug-in processing
Stereo AES I/O for digital outboard hardware
Immersive audio monitoring up to 9.1.6
Word Clock I/O
Form Factor
External
Host Interface
Thunderbolt
Audio Channels Supported
Stereo, 5.1 Channel, 7.1 Channel, 9.1.6 Channel, 2.1 Channel
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