Universal Audio Apollo X8 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface w/ HEXA Core & UAD2 Processing

Powerhouse Rackmount Interface with HEXA Core DSP

The Universal Audio Apollo x8 is a top-tier 18‑in/24‑out Thunderbolt 3 audio interface designed for professional music producers, engineers, and post-production studios. It delivers elite 24‑bit/192 kHz A/D and D/A conversion, four Unison™ mic preamps, and UAD‑2 HEXA Core DSP for ultra-low latency plug-in performance.

Hear Analog Classics in Real Time

Track through iconic hardware emulations with four Unison-enabled mic/line preamps (Neve, API, Manley, UA, and more), which replicate analog impedance and gain behaviour at the hardware level.

With HEXA‑Core DSP (6‑core) on board, the Apollo x8 lets you run extensive plug-in chains—including compressors, EQs, tape emulations, and reverbs—in real time with near-zero latency.

Elite Conversion & Studio-Ready I/O

Featuring UA’s latest Dual‑Crystal clocking, the Apollo x8 provides 130 dB dynamic range and impressively low distortion (THD‑N around −127 dB). Ideal for surround or stereo workflows, it supports 18×24 I/O, with:

• 4 mic/line inputs, 2 Hi‑Z front-panel inputs

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

• Digital I/O: ADAT (optical), SPDIF, Word Clock

• Integrated monitor controller, talkback mic, and +24 dBu level switching for pro gear

UAD Plug-In Toolkit Included

Comes with the Realtime Analog Classics Plus bundle, featuring essential plug-ins like LA‑2A, 1176, Fairchild compressors, Pultec EQs, Marshall & Ampeg amps, and more. Supports hundreds of UAD plug-ins via VST, AU, and AAX.

Apollo x8 – Key Features

• 18‑in/24‑out Thunderbolt 3 interface

• 4 Unison mic preamps for analog emulation

• HEXA‑Core UAD‑2 DSP (6 cores) with 50% more processing than previous models.

• Elite 24‑bit/192 kHz AD/DA conversion with Dual‑Crystal clocking

• Full analog and digital I/O: ADAT, SPDIF, Word Clock

• Monitor controller, talkback, +24dBu switching for pro integration

• Includes Realtime Analog Classics Plus UAD bundle

• Supports surround (up to 7.1) and LUNA DAW integration

Why Choose from Audio Shop Australia?

• 100% Genuine Universal Audio Apollo x8

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