The Universal Audio Apollo X8 Gen 2 with UAD Analog Classics Pro is a rackmount 18 x 24 Thunderbolt audio interface featuring four Unison™ mic preamps, HEXA Core DSP processing, elite-class audio conversion, auto-gain, Apollo Monitor Correction, bass management for up to 7.1 surround sound, and access to a premium software suite with over 200 UAD plug-ins for Mac and Windows.
Apollo X8 Gen 2 delivers state-of-the-art audio conversion, offering the widest dynamic range and the lowest distortion of any Apollo model. This results in incredibly clear, detailed sound, ideal for professional recording and mixing environments.
Record with the sound of industry-leading analogue preamps and channel strips thanks to Unison™ technology. By replicating the tone and impedance of iconic gear from brands like Neve, API, and Avalon, it brings analogue warmth and texture to your recordings in real time.
With the Apollo X8, you gain access to a library of over 200 UAD plug-ins, including renowned processors like Capitol Chambers, Teletronix LA-2A, and the EL8 Distressor. This expansive collection of DSP and native plug-ins enables you to mix and master with precision, using industry-proven tools.
Apollo Monitor Correction, powered by Sonarworks®, allows you to adjust your monitoring environment for consistent playback across different setups. This ensures that what you hear while mixing will translate perfectly, whether you're working in a studio, home setup, or using headphones.
Streamline your recording process with Auto-Gain, which automatically sets optimal input levels across multiple channels in seconds. This feature eliminates guesswork and ensures you’re always capturing the best possible take.
Ideal for modern audio production, Apollo X8 supports immersive formats with up to 7.1 surround sound and bass management, allowing you to integrate a subwoofer seamlessly for full-spectrum audio monitoring.
The UAD Console app functions as the control centre for your sessions, letting you manage low-latency monitoring, cue setups, and plug-in routing effortlessly. Features like Auto-Gain and Plug-In Scenes make it easy to customise your workflow to suit any project.
Apollo X8 combines HEXA Core DSP processing with native computer power, enabling you to run complex sessions with dense plug-in chains. This hybrid setup allows you to manage large projects that would be unmanageable on native systems alone.
Expand your studio by connecting up to four Thunderbolt Apollo interfaces, offering up to 128 channels of premium I/O. Control everything from your desktop with Apollo Twin or x4 for seamless integration and scalability as your studio grows.
Vocals & Pitch Correction
Channel Strips & Preamps
Compressors / Limiters
Equalizers
Special Processing
Instruments
Delay & Modulation
Reverbs & Rooms
Mastering
Guitar & Bass
LUNA Extensions
Large/Heavy items: Extra charges may apply (e.g., consoles, large monitors). We’ll contact you before processing if so.
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This item, like everything we supply, comes with the complete support of our expert team. Our excellent technicians have been specifying, building and supporting studios for over twenty years. If you have any problems with installation, setup or everyday use, they’re never more than a click away, and always happy to help.
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Experience unparalleled clarity and detail with the Apollo X8 Gen 2's state-of-the-art audio conversion system, boasting the widest dynamic range and lowest distortion among its peers. Ideal for professional recording and mixing.
Capture the essence of classic analog sound with Unison mic preamps. These preamps emulate the specific electrical characteristics of legendary hardware, providing real-time analog warmth and texture to digital recordings.
Enhance your mixes with access to over 200 UAD plug-ins, including iconic processors and effects. This comprehensive library allows professional-grade mixing and mastering, equipping users with the tools needed for audio production excellence.
