Universal Audio Apollo x16 Gen 2 Ultimate

The Universal Audio Apollo X16 Gen 2 Ultimate is a high-end 18 x 20 Thunderbolt audio interface offering elite-class audio conversion, immersive audio support up to 9.1.6, HEXA Core DSP processing, and an extensive suite of UAD plug-ins for Mac and Windows, designed for professional studios needing top-tier A/D and D/A conversion, low-latency recording, and seamless integration with external equipment.

Elite Audio Conversion and Performance

The Apollo X16 Gen 2 delivers exceptional audio quality with the widest dynamic range and lowest distortion of any Universal Audio interface, ensuring crystal-clear sound for recording, mixing, and mastering. Its 16 x 16 analogue I/O via DB-25 connections and switchable +24 dBu headroom make it ideal for connecting to high-end studio gear.

Seamless Integration with Professional Equipment

Designed for expert engineers, the Apollo X16 features 16 channels of A/D and D/A conversion, allowing seamless interfacing with outboard gear and large format consoles. The stereo AES I/O adds further flexibility for digital integration, making it a versatile choice for any professional studio environment.

HEXA Core DSP and Expansive UAD Plug-in Library

The HEXA Core DSP engine powers real-time processing with over 200 UAD plug-ins, including industry-leading titles like Auto-Tune, Capitol Chambers, and SSL channel strips. The Ultimate edition provides access to a comprehensive suite of plug-ins from iconic brands like Neve, Manley, and Fairchild, allowing you to build professional-level mixes straight out of the box.

Optimised for Immersive Audio and Surround Mixing

The Apollo X16 supports immersive audio formats up to 9.1.6, making it the ideal solution for creating Dolby Atmos, Auro-3D, or Sony 360 Reality Audio mixes. With Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks, you can ensure precise monitoring across different formats, and the bass management feature allows for accurate low-end control in your monitor setup.

Streamlined Workflow with UAD Console App

The UAD Console app provides easy control over plug-in routing, low-latency cue setups, and immersive audio monitoring. Key features such as Plug-In Scenes and Bass Management are designed to enhance your workflow, offering intuitive management of your system.

Hybrid Processing Power for Complex Sessions

With HEXA Core DSP combined with your host computer’s native processing, the Apollo X16 Gen 2 Ultimate can handle large sessions with extensive plug-in chains, delivering flawless performance even in the most demanding recording and mixing environments.

Scalable System for Expanding Studios

You can expand your studio setup by linking up to four Apollo X16 units, providing 64 channels of high-quality conversion. Alternatively, combine it with other Apollo rackmount units for a scalable, versatile system, all controllable from a desktop interface like the Apollo Twin or x4.

The Universal Audio Apollo X16 Gen 2 Ultimate is the definitive choice for professional audio engineers and producers, offering superior audio quality, extensive plug-in processing, and the flexibility to manage both traditional and immersive audio workflows in any high-end studio setup.

Included Plug-Ins in Ultimate+ Edition

Channel Strips & Preamps

• API Preamp
• API Vision Channel Strip
• API Vision Legacy Channel Strip
• Avalon VT-737sp Channel Strip
• Century Tube Channel Strip
• CS-1 Channel Strip
• Helios Type 69 Preamp & EQ
  
• LA-6176 Signature Channel Strip
• Manley Reference Microphone Preamp
• Manley VOXBOX Channel Strip
• Neve 1073 Preamp & EQ
• Neve 88RS Channel Strip
• Neve 88RS Legacy Channel Strip
• Precision Channel Strip
• SSL E Series Channel Strip
• SSL E Series Channel Strip Legacy
• UA 610-A Preamp & EQ
• UA 610-B Preamp & EQ
• V76 Preamplifier

Compressors / Limiters

• API 2500 Stereo Bus Compressor
• dbx 160 Compressor / Limiter
• Empirical Labs Distressor
• Fairchild 660 Compressor
• Fairchild 670 Compressor
• Fairchild 670 Legacy Compressor
• Manley Variable-Mu Limiter Compressor
• Precision Buss Compressor
• SSL G Series Bus Compressor
• SSL G Series Bus Compressor Legacy
• Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler
• Teletronix LA-2A Gray Classic Leveler
• Teletronix LA-2A Silver Classic Leveler
• Teletronix LA-2A Legacy Leveling Amplifier
• Teletronix LA-3A Classic Leveler
• UA 1176 Rev A Classic Limiter
• UA 1176AE Classic Limiter
• UA 1176LN Rev E Classic Limiter
• UA 1176LN Legacy Limiting Amplifier
• UA 1176SE Legacy Limiting Amplifier
• UA 175B Classic Limiter
• UA 176 Classic Limiter

Equalisers

• API 550A Parametric EQ
• API 560 Graphic EQ
• Cambridge EQ
• Harrison 32C Channel EQ
• Harrison 32C SE Channel EQ
• Helios Type 69 Legacy EQ
• Hitsville EQ
• Manley Massive Passive EQ
• Neve 1073 Legacy Classic Console EQ
• Neve 1073SE Legacy Classic Console EQ
• Precision Equalizer
• Pultec EQP-1A Legacy EQ
• Pultec EQP-1A Passive EQ
• Pultec HLF-3C Passive EQ
• Pultec MEQ-5 Passive EQ
• Pultec-Pro Legacy EQ
• Trident A-Range Classic Console EQ

Special Processing

• Auto-Tune Realtime Access
  
• Auto-Tune Realtime Advanced
• Auto-Tune Realtime X
• Ampex ATR-102 Mastering Tape Recorder
• Empirical Labs FATSO Jr. Tape Sim. & Compressor
• Empirical Labs FATSO Sr. Tape Sim. & Compressor
• Little Labs IBP Phase Alignment Tool
• Little Labs Voice Of God Bass Resonance
• Moog Multimode Filter
• Moog Multimode Filter SE
• Moog Multimode Filter XL
• Oxide Tape Recorder
• Precision De-Esser
• Precision Enhancer Hz
• Precision Enhancer kHz
• Studer A800 Multichannel Tape Recorder
• Thermionic Culture Vulture
  
• Topline Key Finder
• Topline Vocal Suite
  
• Verve Analog Machines
• Verve Analog Machines Essentials
  

Instruments

• Electra 88 Vintage Keyboard Studio
• Moog Minimoog
• Opal Morphing Synth
• PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth
• Ravel Grand Piano
• Waterfall B3 Organ

Delay & Modulation

• Brigade Chorus Pedal
• Cooper Time Cube MkII Delay
• EP-34 Tape Echo
• Galaxy Tape Echo
• KORG SDD-3000 Digital Delay
• MXR Flanger/Doubler
• Precision Delay Modulation
• Precision Delay Modulation Long
• Studio D Chorus
• Waterfall Rotary Speaker

Reverbs & Rooms

• AKG BX 20 Spring Reverb
• Capitol Chambers
• DreamVerb Room Modeler
• EMT 140 Classic Plate Reverb
• EMT 250 Classic Electronic Reverb
• Hitsville Reverb Chambers
• Lexicon 224 Digital Reverb
• Lexicon 480L Digital Reverb and Effects
• Ocean Way Studios
• Precision Reflection Engine
• Pure Plate Reverb
• RealVerb Pro Custom Room Modeler
• UAD Sound City Studios

Mastering

• Capitol Mastering Compressor
• Hitsville Mastering EQ
• Manley Massive Passive Mastering EQ
• Precision K-Stereo Ambience Recovery
• Precision Maximizer
• Precision Multiband
• Precision Limiter

Guitar

• Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Amplifier
• Bermuda Triangle
• Fender ’55 Tweed Deluxe
• Marshall Plexi Classic Amplifier
• Raw Distortion
• TS Overdrive Pedal
  UAD Dream '65 Reverb Amplifier
• UAD Lion '68 Super Lead Amp
• UAD Ruby '63 Top Boost Amplifier

LUNA Extensions

• LUNA API Summing Extension
• LUNA API Vision Console Emulation Extension
• LUNA Ampex ATR-102 Mastering Tape Extension
• LUNA Studer A800 Multichannel Tape Extension