UNIVERSAL AUDIO Apollo X16 Gen 2 Ultimate

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Universal Audio Apollo “Perfect Take” Promo until April 30th

This significant Universal Audio promotion allows customers to receive a rich bundle of plug-ins (up to nine) for free when purchasing selected Apollo Desktop or Rackmount interfaces, until April 30, 2026.

By purchasing UNIVERSAL AUDIO Apollo X16 Gen 2 Ultimate, you will receive the Neve 1073 Preamp & EQ Collection, Manley VOXBOX, LA-6176 Signature Channel Strip, A-Type Multiband Dynamic Enhancer, Studio D Chorus, EP-34 Tape Echo, and Cooper Time Cube MKII for free.

Rackmount 18 x 20 Thunderbolt audio interface with superior audio conversion, Apollo monitor correction, immersive audio support up to 9.1.6, bass management, six-core DSP processing (HEXA core), and a premium software suite for Mac or Windows.Experience the standard of excellence in audio recording. The new generation of UA's Apollo x16 interfaces has arrived, designed for professional studios and music producers who need 16 channels of high-resolution audio conversion and HEXA Core DSP power to connect to a console and mix large sessions using the famous UAD plug-ins, including Auto-Tune, Neve, Manley, Avalon, SSL, and many more. Used in the world's most prestigious recording studios, Apollo x16 brings UA's award-winning sound quality and legendary engineering to your rack.Key BenefitsExperience the new generation of audio conversion with the widest dynamic range and lowest distortion among Apollo interfacesEasily connect professional studio equipment with 16 x 16 analog I/O via DB-25 connections and selectable headroom settings up to +24 dBuAccess the full library of over 200 UAD DSP and native plug-ins, including award-winning titles such as Capitol Chambers, Sound City Studios, EL8 Distressor, and many moreRecord with a fast and natural workflow using LUNA, which offers seamless integration with Apollo for an authentic analog studio sound, in real-timeMix with confidence in any environment thanks to Apollo monitor correction, supported by Sonarworks®*Discover every detail of the low frequencies in your mixes with bass management, allowing you to add a subwoofer to your monitoring systemEasily configure low-latency cues, plug-in scenes, and immersive audio monitoring with the UAD Console appReceive thousands of dollars worth of UAD plug-ins, including Auto-Tune, Fairchild, Teletronix, and many more, by choosing from the Essentials+ or Ultimate+ editionsSuperior Apollo X Sound for Your Console and Outboard GearUniversal Audio created Apollo x16 Gen 2 for engineers and producers who demand the highest quality sound for their professional analog studio. With the widest dynamic range and lowest distortion available, Apollo x16 integrates seamlessly with analog equipment and patchbays via DB-25 connections, offering +24 dBu headroom, 16 x 18 A/D and D/A conversion, and AES stereo I/O.Hundreds of Analog Sounds in One RackApollo x16 is available in two versions, both supplied with a comprehensive suite of UAD plug-ins ready for use. Create your mix with classic Teletronix LA-2A and 1176 compressors, Pultec equalizers, API and SSL channel strips, up to modern plug-ins like Auto-Tune and Avalon.Hear Every Detail Like Never BeforeApollo x16 features the highest resolution A/D and D/A converters ever made by UA, paired with multi-channel Apollo monitor correction, supported by Sonarworks®. This ensures you hear an impeccable representation of your recordings, without surprises when playing back your final mix or master on any stereo or surround system.Surround MixApollo x16 supports mixing formats up to 9.1.6, allowing you to easily create 16-channel immersive audio mixes for Dolby Atmos, Auro-3D, Sony 360 Reality Audio, and more.Find Your Workflow in the UAD Console appApollo x16's powerful digital mixing engine allows you to manage plug-in routing and monitoring. Thanks to advanced features such as bass management, immersive audio up to Atmos 9.1.6, and plug-in scenes, finding a workflow that suits your needs is truly simple.A Hybrid System Designed for Your NeedsCombine Apollo x16's HEXA Core DSP with your computer's native processing to handle complex sessions with intricate plug-in chains. This powerful hybrid workflow far surpasses any setup that relies solely on native processing.Expand Your Studio as You GrowConnect up to four Apollo x16s for 64 channels of elite-class A/D and D/A conversion, perfect for connecting to large-format recording consoles, or pair an x16 with other Apollo Thunderbolt rack units and control everything conveniently from your desktop using Apollo Twin or x4. Whatever your musical path, Apollo will always be by your side.**Key Features18 x 20 Thunderbolt audio interface with HEXA Core DSP plug-in processingTwo DB-25 inputs (line 1-16), AES stereo I/O (XLR), word clock I/O (BNC)Two monitor outputs (XLR), two DB-25 outputs (line 1-16 or ALT / 9.1.6 surround)Superior Apollo X Gen 2 converters with 24-bit / 192 kHz resolution and Dual-CrystalClocking for ultra-low jitter at any sample rateLeading D/A converters for monitoring and playback, with 133 dB dynamic range and exceptionally low total harmonic distortion (THD) of -129 dBCalibrate main monitor outputs (stereo or immersive) with Apollo Monitor Correction, supported by Sonarworks®*Full monitor controller, with alternative speaker switching and integrated talkback for easy communication with artistsSupport for ALT monitors in all monitoring modes (2 x ALT monitors for stereo, 1 x ALT monitor for immersive audio)Updated UAD Console app with plug-in scenes, subwoofer integration via bass management, immersive audio support, and moreIntegrated DSP supporting over 200 UAD plug-ins via VST, AU, and AAX 64 formats in all major DAWsIncludes up to 100+ UAD plug-ins with Essentials+ or Ultimate+ editionsCompatible with LUNA, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and other software**Expandable with Apollo Thunderbolt interfaces or selected models via DanteIndustry-leading, free technical support provided by expert sound engineers*Available from Q4 2024, requires Apollo Monitor Correction add-on and SoundID Reference licenses, purchasable at sonarworks.com**For complete compatibility information, please visit help.uaudio.comPlug-ins included in the Ultimate+ EditionChannel Strip & Preamp (19)API PreampAPI Vision Channel StripAPI Vision Legacy Channel StripAvalon VT-737sp Channel StripCentury Tube Channel StripCS-1 Channel StripHelios Type 69 Preamp & EQLA-6176 Signature Channel StripManley Reference Microphone PreampManley VOXBOX Channel StripNeve 1073 Preamp & EQNeve 88RS Channel StripNeve 88RS Legacy Channel StripPrecision Channel StripSSL E Series Channel StripSSL E Series Channel Strip LegacyUA 610-A Preamp & EQUA 610-B Preamp & EQV76 PreamplifierCompressor / Limiter (22)API 2500 Stereo Bus Compressordbx 160 Compressor / LimiterEmpirical Labs DistressorFairchild 660 CompressorFairchild 670 CompressorFairchild 670 Legacy CompressorManley Variable-Mu Limiter CompressorPrecision Buss CompressorSSL G Series Bus CompressorSSL G Series Bus Compressor LegacyTeletronix LA-2A Classic LevelerTeletronix LA-2A Gray Classic LevelerTeletronix LA-2A Silver Classic LevelerTeletronix LA-2A Legacy Leveling AmplifierTeletronix LA-3A Classic LevelerUA 1176 Rev A Classic LimiterUA 1176AE Classic LimiterUA 1176LN Rev E Classic LimiterUA 1176LN Legacy Limiting AmplifierUA 1176SE Legacy Limiting AmplifierUA 175B Classic LimiterUA 176 Classic LimiterEqualizers (17)API 550A Parametric EQAPI 560 Graphic EQCambridge EQHarrison 32C Channel EQHarrison 32C SE Channel EQHelios Type 69 Legacy EQHitsville EQManley Massive Passive EQNeve 1073 Legacy Classic Console EQNeve 1073SE Legacy Classic Console EQPrecision EqualizerPultec EQP-1A Legacy EQPultec EQP-1A Passive EQPultec HLF-3C Passive EQPultec MEQ-5 Passive EQPultec-Pro Legacy EQTrident A-Range Classic Console EQSpecial Processing (21)Auto-Tune Realtime AccessAuto-Tune Realtime AdvancedAuto-Tune Realtime XAmpex ATR-102 Mastering Tape RecorderEmpirical Labs FATSO Jr. Tape Sim. & CompressorEmpirical Labs FATSO Sr. Tape Sim. & CompressorLittle Labs IBP Phase Alignment ToolLittle Labs Voice Of God Bass ResonanceMoog Multimode FilterMoog Multimode Filter SEMoog Multimode Filter XLOxide Tape RecorderPrecision De-EsserPrecision Enhancer HzPrecision Enhancer kHzStuder A800 Multichannel Tape RecorderThermionic Culture VultureTopline Key FinderTopline Vocal SuiteVerve Analog MachinesVerve Analog Machines EssentialsInstruments (6)Electra 88 Vintage Keyboard StudioMoog MinimoogOpal Morphing SynthPolyMAX Polyphonic SynthRavel Grand PianoWaterfall B3 OrganDelay & Modulation (10)Brigade Chorus PedalCooper Time Cube MkII DelayEP-34 Tape EchoGalaxy Tape EchoKORG SDD-3000 Digital DelayMXR Flanger/DoublerPrecision Delay ModulationPrecision Delay Modulation LongStudio D ChorusWaterfall Rotary SpeakerReverbs & Environments (13)AKG BX 20 Spring ReverbCapitol ChambersDreamVerb Room ModelerEMT 140 Classic Plate ReverbEMT 250 Classic Electronic ReverbHitsville Reverb ChambersLexicon 224 Digital ReverbLexicon 480L Digital Reverb and EffectsOcean Way StudiosPrecision Reflection EnginePure Plate ReverbRealVerb Pro Custom Room ModelerUAD Sound City StudiosMastering (7)Capitol Mastering CompressorHitsville Mastering EQManley Massive Passive Mastering EQPrecision K-Stereo Ambience RecoveryPrecision MaximizerPrecision MultibandPrecision LimiterGuitar & Bass (9)Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass AmplifierBermuda TriangleFender ’55 Tweed DeluxeMarshall Plexi Classic AmplifierRaw DistortionTS Overdrive PedalUAD Dream '65 Reverb AmplifierUAD Lion '68 Super Lead AmpUAD Ruby '63 Top Boost AmplifierLUNA Extensions (4)LUNA API Summing ExtensionLUNA API Vision Console Emulation ExtensionLUNA Ampex ATR-102 Mastering Tape ExtensionLUNA Studer A800 Multichannel Tape Extension