Universal Audio - Apollo x8 Gen 2 RU Audio Interface w/UAD Analog Classics

Rackmount 18x24 Thunderbolt audio interface with four Unison mic preamps, elite-class Apollo X Gen 2 audio conversion, Auto-Gain, Apollo Monitor Correction, up to 7.1 surround sound with Bass Management, HEXA core DSP plug-in processing, and premium software suite for Mac or Windows.Produce music with the authentic sound of analog.UA's next generation of Apollo x8 interfaces is here, for studio producers who need highest-resolution audio conversion, four Unison mic preamps, and HEXA Core DSP processing for recording and mixing with world-class UAD plug-ins from Auto-Tune, Neve, Manley, Avalon, SSL, and hundreds more.Trusted by top producers and engineers around the globe who need elite-class Apollo X sound and DSP power with more inputs and outputs, Apollo x8 brings legendary UA craftsmanship and the sound of the stars right to your rack. Hear next generation audio conversion with the widest dynamic range and lowest distortion of any Apollo Experience authentic analog sound with Unison preamps, letting you record in realtime through gear from Neve, API, Avalon, Fender, and more Access the full library of 200+ Apollo DSP and UAD Native plug-ins, including award-winning titles like Capitol Chambers, UAD Sound City Studios, EL8 Distressor, and more Mix with confidence in any room or through headphones using Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks Use Auto-Gain to set your levels across multiple inputs in seconds and never miss the take 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 included software worth thousands with UAD Analog Classics. Plus enjoy special upgrade pricing on even more UAD plug-ins with your purchaseAdd the World's Most Trusted Interface to Your RackUniversal Audio built Apollo x8 for pro and project studios where highest-quality audio is a must. With its award-winning Apollo X sound - now with unprecedented dynamic range and enhanced D/A monitoring - Apollo x8 puts authentic analog sound right in your rack.Record Through Four Unison PreampsWith Unison technology, Apollo x8 lets you track in realtime with the sound of classic preamps and channel strips from Neve, Manley, API, and dozens more, giving you the same rich analog textures used on the greatest recordings of our time.Unlock Authentic Analog SoundsRight out of the box, Apollo x8 gives you the plug-ins used by the world's best engineers. Along with included Teletronix LA-2A and 1176 compressors, UA 610, Century, and LA-6176 tube channel strips, plus UAD guitar amps like Showtime '64 and Lion '68 - you can tap into the entire UAD library of over 200 titles to unlock proven hit-making sounds.Hear the Details Like Never BeforeNow in its Gen 2 design, Apollo x8 features UA's highest-resolution D/A converters ever paired with Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks. This means that when you playback your audio through monitors or headphones, 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.Find Your Flow in the UAD Console AppJust like an analog studio, where a console is the heart of the workflow, Apollo x8 has a powerful digital mixing engine where you control plug-in routing and monitoring. And with the latest features like Auto-Gain, Bass Management, 7.1 Surround Sound and Plug-In Scenes, it's easy to find a flow that fits your needs.A Hybrid System, Made for Your MissionCombine Apollo x8'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 GrowBuild your studio by linking up to four Thunderbolt Apollo interfaces with up to 128 channels of premium I/O to your DAW, 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.