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Universal Audio Apollo x16 (Gen 2) Thunderbolt Audio Interface - Ultimate Edition

APX16G2ULTPLUS

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Apollo x16 (Gen 2)

Rackmount 18 x 20 Thunderbolt audio interface with flagship elite-class Apollo X Gen 2 audio conversion, Apollo Monitor Correction, immersive audio support up to 9.1.6, Bass Management, HEXA core DSP plug-in processing, and premium software suite for Mac or Windows.

 

 

Experience the gold-standard in audio recording.

UA’s next generation of Apollo x16 interfaces is here, for professional studios and music producers who need 16 channels of highest-resolution audio conversion and HEXA Core DSP processing for connecting to a console and mixing large sessions with world-class UAD plug-ins from Auto-Tune, Neve, Manley, Avalon, SSL, and hundreds more.

Used in the world’s most renowned recording studios, Apollo x16 puts award-winning UA sound and legendary craftsmanship right in your rack.

 

Key Benefits:

  • Hear next generation audio conversion with the widest dynamic range and lowest distortion of any Apollo
  • Easily connect to professional studio gear with 16 x 16 analog I/O via DB-25 connections, plus switchable +24 dBu headroom settings
  • Access the full library of 200+ UAD DSP and Native plug-ins, including award-winning titles like Capitol Chambers, Sound City Studios, EL8 Distressor, and more
  • Record with a fast, natural workflow using LUNA, offering seamless integration with Apollo for big analog studio sound – in realtime
  • Mix with confidence in any room using Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks®
  • Hear all the low-end detail in your mixes using bass management to add a subwoofer to your monitor setup
  • Quickly set up low-latency cues, plug-in scenes, and immersive audio monitoring with the UAD Console app
  • Get thousands of dollars in award-winning UAD plug-in titles from Auto-Tune, Fairchild, Teletronix, and more with a choice of Essentials+ or Ultimate+ Editions

 

 

Elite-Class Apollo X Sound for Your Console & Outboard
Universal Audio built Apollo x16 Gen 2 for pro engineers and producers who need highest-quality sound for the professional analog studio. With the widest dynamic range and lowest distortion available, Apollo x16 effortlessly interfaces with your analog equipment and patchbays with DB-25 connections, offering +24 dBu headroom, 16 x 18 A/D and D/A conversion, and stereo AES I/O.

Hundreds of Analog Sounds, One Rack Space
Apollo x16 comes in two editions, both delivering a generous suite of UAD plug-ins right out of the box. Build your mix with classic Teletronix LA-2A and 1176 compressors, Pultec EQs, API and SSL channel strips to modern favorites from Auto-Tune, Avalon, and more.

Hear the Details Like Never Before
Apollo x16 features UA’s highest-resolution A/D and D/A converters paired with multi-channel immersive Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks.® So you’ll not only hear the most pristine representation of your recordings, there will be no surprises when you listen to your final mix or master on any stereo or surround system.

Mix Down to Surround
Apollo x16 supports mixing formats up to 9.1.6. This allows you to easily create 16‑channel immersive audio mixes for Dolby Atmos, Auro‑3D, Sony 360 Reality Audio, and others.

Find Your Flow in the UAD Console App
Apollo x16’s powerful digital mixing engine lets you control plug-in routing and monitoring. And with the latest features like Bass Management, Immersive Audio up to Atmos 9.1.6 and Plug-In Scenes, it’s easy to find a flow that fits your needs.

A Hybrid System, Made for Your Mission
Combine Apollo x16’s HEXA Core DSP with native processing from your host computer to produce large sessions with complex plug-in chains — a powerhouse hybrid workflow that outpaces any native-only recording setup.

Expand Your Studio as You Grow
Link up to four Apollo x16’s for 64 channels of elite-class A/D and D/A conversion, perfect for interfacing with large format recording consoles, or stack one x16 with other Thunderbolt Apollo rackmount units and control it all from your desktop using Apollo Twin or x4. So no matter how far your music takes you, an Apollo will always be in reach.

 

Key Features:

  • 18 x 20 Thunderbolt audio interface with HEXA Core DSP plug-in processing
  • Two DB-25 inputs (line 1-16), stereo AES I/O (XLR), word clock I/O (BNC)
  • Two monitor outs (XLR), two DB-25 outputs (line 1-16 or ALT / 9.1.6 surround)
  • Elite-class Apollo X Gen 2 converters with 24-bit / 192 kHz resolution featuring Dual-Crystal Clocking for ultra-low jitter at all sample rates
  • Flagship D/A for critical monitoring and playback with 133 dB dynamic range and astonishingly low THD of -129 dB
  • Calibrate your main monitor outputs (stereo or immersive) with Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks®
  • Fully-featured monitor controller with alternate speaker switching and integrated talkback for easy communication with talent
  • ALT monitoring support in all monitor modes (2 x ALT mon for stereo, 1 x ALT mon for immersive)
  • Updated UAD Console app featuring Plug-In Scenes, subwoofer integration with Bass Management, immersive audio support, and more
  • Onboard DSP supports over 200 UAD plug-ins via VST, AU, and AAX 64 formats in all major DAWs
  • Includes up to 100+ UAD plug-ins with Essentials+ or Ultimate+ Editions
  • Compatible with LUNA, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more
  • Expandable with Thunderbolt Apollo interfaces or select models over Dante
  • Free industry-leading technical support from knowledgeable audio engineers

 

Included Plug-Ins in Ultimate+ Edition

  • Channel Strips & Preamps (19)
  • API Preamp
    API Vision Channel Strip
    API Vision Legacy Channel Strip
    Avalon VT-737sp Channel Strip
    Century Tube Channel Strip
    CS-1 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 Legacy Channel Strip
    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 (22)
  • API 2500 Stereo Bus Compressor
    dbx 160 Compressor / Limiter
    Empirical Labs Distressor
    Fairchild 660 Compressor
    Fairchild 670 Compressor
    Fairchild 670 Legacy Compressor
    Manley Variable-Mu Limiter Compressor
    Precision Buss Compressor
    SSL G Series Bus Compressor
    SSL G Series Bus Compressor Legacy
    Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler
    Teletronix LA-2A Gray Classic Leveler
    Teletronix LA-2A Silver Classic Leveler
    Teletronix LA-2A Legacy Leveling Amplifier
    Teletronix LA-3A Classic Leveler
    UA 1176 Rev A Classic Limiter
    UA 1176AE Classic Limiter
    UA 1176LN Rev E Classic Limiter
    UA 1176LN Legacy Limiting Amplifier
    UA 1176SE Legacy Limiting Amplifier
    UA 175B Classic Limiter
    UA 176 Classic Limiter
  • Equalizers (17)
  • API 550A Parametric EQ
    API 560 Graphic EQ
    Cambridge EQ
    Harrison 32C Channel EQ
    Harrison 32C SE Channel EQ
    Helios Type 69 Legacy EQ
    Hitsville EQ
    Manley Massive Passive EQ
    Neve 1073 Legacy Classic Console EQ
    Neve 1073SE Legacy Classic Console EQ
    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
    Trident A-Range Classic Console EQ
  • Special Processing (21)
  • Auto-Tune Realtime Access
    Auto-Tune Realtime Advanced
    Auto-Tune Realtime X
    Ampex ATR-102 Mastering Tape Recorder
    Empirical Labs FATSO Jr. Tape Sim. & Compressor
    Empirical Labs FATSO Sr. Tape Sim. & Compressor
    Little Labs IBP Phase Alignment Tool
    Little Labs Voice Of God Bass Resonance
    Moog Multimode Filter
    Moog Multimode Filter SE
    Moog Multimode Filter XL
    Oxide Tape Recorder
    Precision De-Esser
    Precision Enhancer Hz
    Precision Enhancer kHz
    Studer A800 Multichannel Tape Recorder
    Thermionic Culture Vulture
    Topline Key Finder
    Topline Vocal Suite
    Verve Analog Machines
    Verve Analog Machines Essentials
  • Instruments (6)
  • Electra 88 Vintage Keyboard Studio
    Moog Minimoog
    Opal Morphing Synth
    PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth
    Ravel Grand Piano
    Waterfall B3 Organ
  • Delay & Modulation (10)
  • Brigade Chorus Pedal
    Cooper Time Cube MkII Delay
    EP-34 Tape Echo
    Galaxy Tape Echo
    KORG SDD-3000 Digital Delay
    MXR Flanger/Doubler
    Precision Delay Modulation
    Precision Delay Modulation Long
    Studio D Chorus
    Waterfall Rotary Speaker
  • Reverbs & Rooms (13)
  • AKG BX 20 Spring Reverb
    Capitol Chambers
    DreamVerb Room Modeler
    EMT 140 Classic Plate Reverb
    EMT 250 Classic Electronic Reverb
    Hitsville Reverb Chambers
    Lexicon 224 Digital Reverb
    Lexicon 480L Digital Reverb and Effects
    Ocean Way Studios
    Precision Reflection Engine
    Pure Plate Reverb
    RealVerb Pro Custom Room Modeler
    UAD Sound City Studios
  • Mastering (7)
  • Capitol Mastering Compressor
    Hitsville Mastering EQ
    Manley Massive Passive Mastering EQ
    Precision K-Stereo Ambience Recovery
    Precision Maximizer
    Precision Multiband
    Precision Limiter
  • Guitar (9)
  • Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Amplifier
    Bermuda Triangle
    Fender ’55 Tweed Deluxe
    Marshall Plexi Classic Amplifier
    Raw Distortion
    TS Overdrive Pedal
    UAD Dream '65 Reverb Amplifier
    UAD Lion '68 Super Lead Amp
    UAD Ruby '63 Top Boost Amplifier
  • LUNA Extensions (4)
  • LUNA API Summing Extension
    LUNA API Vision Console Emulation Extension
    LUNA Ampex ATR-102 Mastering Tape Extension
    LUNA Studer A800 Multichannel Tape Extension


Model: APX16G2ULTPLUS
Manufacturer: Universal Audio
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