Universal Audio Apollo X8 Gen 2 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface (Essential Edition)

Versatile Rackmount Interface with HEXA Core DSP and Elite Conversion

The Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen 2 (Essential Edition) is a 16-in/22-out Thunderbolt 3 audio interface built for modern music production, mixing, and hybrid studio workflows. It features elite-class 24-bit/192kHz AD/DA conversion, UAD-2 HEXA Core DSP, and four Unison-enabled mic/line preamps, making it the perfect solution for producers and engineers needing expanded analog I/O, powerful DSP, and professional sound quality.

As part of the Essential Edition, it delivers premium performance without the added cost of extra plug-in bundles—ideal for users already invested in the UAD ecosystem.

Track with Legendary Analog Tone Using Unison Preamps

With four Unison-enabled mic/line preamps, the Apollo x8 lets you record through spot-on emulations of classic gear from Neve, API, Manley, and more. These preamps reconfigure input impedance and gain staging at the hardware level to deliver the true tone and feel of the original analog gear.

Real-time tracking with UAD plug-ins is powered by UAD-2 HEXA Core DSP, providing lightning-fast processing with near-zero latency.

Flexible I/O and World-Class Conversion

The Apollo x8’s mastering-grade conversion and low-noise architecture ensure crystal-clear recordings and mixes. It offers a wide array of connectivity options in a 1U rackmount chassis, making it ideal for mid-to-large-scale setups.

Key I/O includes:

• 4 x Unison mic/line combo inputs

• 2 x front-panel Hi-Z instrument inputs

• 8 x balanced line outputs

• 2 x dedicated monitor outputs

• Dual headphone outputs

• ADAT and S/PDIF digital I/O

• Word Clock I/O for precise sync

Expandable for Larger Studios

With Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, you can expand your system by cascading up to 4 Apollo interfaces and 6 UAD-2 devices, giving you a scalable solution as your studio grows. UA’s intuitive Console software offers low-latency monitoring, flexible routing, and virtual channel strip control.

Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen 2 (Essential Edition) – Key Features:

• 16-in/22-out Thunderbolt 3 rackmount audio interface

• 4 Unison-enabled mic/line preamps

• UAD-2 HEXA Core DSP for real-time plug-in processing

• Elite 24-bit/192kHz AD/DA conversion

• Dual Hi-Z instrument inputs (front)

• 8 line outputs, 2 monitor outs, 2 headphone outs

• ADAT and S/PDIF digital I/O + Word Clock In/Out

• Compatible with macOS and Windows

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