Universal Audio Apollo x8p Gen 2 with UAD Analog Classics Pro

The Universal Audio Apollo x8p Gen 2 Thunderbolt Audio Interface with UAD Analog Classics Pro from Universal Audio is a premium, professional-grade audio interface designed for producers and engineers looking for elite audio conversion and versatile, powerful performance. 

Connectivity and Recording Flexibility

The Apollo x8p features a 16 x 22 Thunderbolt interface, offering extensive connectivity for large, complex recording sessions. With its eight built-in Unison™ mic preamps, you can record through models of classic analogue preamps and channel strips from brands like Neve, API, and Avalon. Powered by HEXA Core DSP, this interface provides enough processing power for complex, multi-track sessions using UAD’s renowned plug-ins, reducing the load on your computer.

Elite-Class Audio Conversion

Universal Audio equipped the Apollo x8p with elite-class audio conversion, featuring the highest-quality D/A converters in the company’s history. This ensures low distortion and exceptional dynamic range for clear, accurate sound reproduction. The device also includes Auto-Gain and Apollo Monitor Correction, making it easy to quickly set up your monitoring system with precision, even for surround sound setups up to 7.1 channels. Additionally, its bass management feature allows you to add a subwoofer to your monitoring system for enhanced low-end detail in mixes.

Extensive Software Library

Out of the box, the Apollo x8p provides access to an extensive software library, with the Essentials+ or Studio+ Editions offering a variety of UAD plug-ins from top brands like Auto-Tune, Neve, and Manley, valued at thousands of dollars.

Analog Sound with Digital Precision

One of the core benefits of the Apollo x8p is the combination of analogue sound with digital precision. It enables you to record and mix with the rich quality of analogue preamps while enjoying the flexibility and precision of modern digital workflows. With its real-time processing capability, you can record through plug-ins with low latency, closely mimicking the behaviour of legendary analogue gear.

Expandability and Scalability

The Apollo x8p is also designed for expandability. You can easily connect up to four additional Apollo interfaces via Thunderbolt, creating a scalable system suitable for professional studios. Whether you're working in stereo, surround sound, or immersive audio environments, the Apollo x8p provides the power, flexibility, and sound quality that professionals demand. 

What's included in Analog Classics Pro

Vocals & Pitch Correction

• Topline Vocal Suite
• Topline Key Finder

Channel Strips & Preamps

• API^® Preamp
• API^® Vision Channel Strip
• API^® Vision Channel Strip Legacy
• Avalon^® VT-737sp Channel Strip
• CS-1 Channel Strip
• Century Tube 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 Channel Strip Legacy
• 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 EL8 Distressor
• Fairchild 660 Compressor
• Fairchild 670 Compressor
• Fairchild 670 Legacy Compressor
• Precision Buss Compressor
• SSL^® G Series Bus Compressor
• SSL^® G Series Bus Compressor Legacy
• Teletronix LA-2 Classic Leveler
• Teletronix LA-2A Gray Classic Leveler
• Teletronix LA-2A Silver Classic Leveler
• Teletronix LA-2A Legacy
• Teletronix LA-2A Tube Compressor
• Teletronix LA-3A Classic Audio Leveler
• UA 1176 FET Compressor
• UA 1176 Rev A Classic Limiter
• UA 1176AE Classic Limiter
• UA 1176LN Rev E Classic Limiter
• UA 1176LN Legacy
• UA 1176SE Legacy

Equalizers

• Helios Type 69 Legacy EQ
• Neve^® 1073 Legacy
• Neve^® 1073SE Legacy
• 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

Special Processing

• A-Type Multiband Dynamic Enhancer
• Ampex^® ATR-102 Mastering Tape Recorder
• Little Labs^® Voice Of God Bass Resonance
• Oxide Tape Recorder
• Precision De-Esser
• Precision Enhancer Hz
• Precision Enhancer kHz
• Studer^® A800 Multichannel Tape Recorder
• Vibe Analog Machines Essentials

Instruments

• PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth

Delay & Modulation

• Brigade Chorus Pedal
• Cooper^® Time Cube MkII Delay
• EP-34 Tape Echo
• Galaxy Tape Echo
• KORG^® SDD-3000 Digital Delay
• Precision Delay Mod
• Precision Delay Mod L
• Studio D Chorus

Reverbs & Rooms

• Lexicon^® 224 Digital Reverb
• Ocean Way Studios Deluxe
• Ocean Way Studios
• Precision Reflection Engine
• Pure Plate Reverb
• UAD Sound City Studios

Mastering

• Precision Limiter
• Precision Maximizer
• Precision Multiband 

Guitar & Bass

• Bermuda Triangle
• Fender^® ’55 Tweed Deluxe
• Raw Distortion
• TS Overdrive Pedal
• UAD Dream ’65 Reverb Amplifier
• UAD Lion ’68 Super Lead Amp
• UAD Ruby ’63 Top Boost Amplifier
• UAD Showtime ’64 Tube Amp
• UAD Woodrow ’55 Instrument Amplifier

LUNA Extensions

• Ampex^® ATR-102 Master Tape Extension
• API^® Summing Extension
• API^® Vision Console Emulation
• Studer^® A800 Multitrack Tape Extension

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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