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Premium Audio Conversion
Experience unparalleled sound quality with Apollo x8p's elite-class audio conversion, offering the lowest distortion and highest dynamic range for crystal-clear, accurate audio reproduction.
KEY FEATURES
The Apollo x8p Gen 2 Thunderbolt Audio Interface Essentials 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.
Included Plug-Ins in Studio+ Edition
Channel Strips & Preamps
- Avalon VT-737sp Channel Strip
- Century Tube Channel Strip
- CS-1 Channel Strip
- Helios Type 69 Preamp & EQ
- Manley Reference Microphone Preamp
- Precision Channel Strip
- UA 610-A Preamp & EQ
- UA 610-B Preamp & EQ
- V76 Preamplifier
Compressors / Limiters
- dbx 160 Compressor / Limiter
- Empirical Labs Distressor
- Fairchild 670 Legacy
- Fairchild 660 Compressor
- Fairchild 670 Compressor
- Teletronix LA-2 Classic Leveler
- Teletronix LA-2A Gray Classic Leveler
- Teletronix LA-2A Silver Classic Leveler
- Teletronix LA-2A Legacy Leveling Amplifier
- Teletronix LA-3A Classic Audio Leveler
- UA 1176 Rev A Classic Limiter
- UA 1176AE Classic Limiter
- UA 1176LN Rev E Classic Limiter
- UA 1176LN Legacy
- UA 1176SE Legacy
- UA 175B Classic Limiter
- UA 176 Classic Limiter
Equalisers
- Helios Type 69 Legacy EQ
- 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
- Auto-Tune Realtime Access
- Auto-Tune Realtime Advanced
- Auto-Tune Realtime X
- Oxide Tape Recorder
- Precision Enhancer Hz
- Studer A800 Multichannel Tape Recorder
- 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
- Galaxy Tape Echo
- Precision Delay Mod
- Precision Delay Mod L
- Studio D Chorus
- Waterfall Rotary Speaker
Reverbs & Rooms
- Lexicon 224 Digital Reverb
- Precision Reflection Engine
- Pure Plate Reverb
- RealVerb Pro Custom Room Modeler
Guitar & Bass
- Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Amplifier
- Marshall Plexi Classic Amplifier
- Raw Distortion
- UK over £99 FREE
- UK under £99 £10
- EU £36
- Rest of World £80
Large/Heavy items: Extra charges may apply (e.g., consoles, large monitors). We’ll contact you before processing if so.
We ship with DPD and UPS across the UK, EU and worldwide. Same-day within the M25 is available depending on stock.
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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KEY BENEFITS
Extensive Connectivity Options
The Apollo x8p features a robust 16 x 22 Thunderbolt interface and eight Unison mic preamps, allowing extensive connectivity and the ability to record through classic analog preamp models, accommodating complex recording setups.
Comprehensive Software and Plugins
Out of the box, Apollo x8p includes an extensive library of UAD plugins from top brands, providing professional tools and effects valued at thousands of dollars to enhance your production quality immediately.