Universal Audio Apollo 8 Quad Thunderbolt 2 Audio Interface with UAD-2 Quad Processing

ITEM #: UA-APOLLO8QUAD MFG #: APOLLO 8 QUAD

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APOLLO 8 QUAD - Overview

Apollo 8. Next-Generation Audio Conversion with Classic Analog Sound.

Apollo 8 is an elegant update to one of the world's most popular professional audio interfaces - delivering enhanced sound with the tone, feel, and flow of analog recording. This 18 x 24 Thunderbolt 2 interface offers genuine UA analog design, and next-generation A/D and D/A conversion, putting class-leading audio quality in a sleek new package.

Built on UA's 50 year legacy of analog design excellence, Apollo 8 also features powerful UAD-2 QUAD or DUO processing and four onboard Unison mic preamps, delivering sonic performance that surpasses anything in its class.

  • Features:

    • AUDIO INTERFACE
    • Sample rates up to 192 kHz at 24-bit word length
    • 18 x 24 simultaneous input/output channels:
    • Eight channels of analog-to-digital conversion via mic, line, or high-impedance inputs
    • 14 channels of digital-to-analog conversion via:
    • - Eight mono line outputs
    • - Stereo monitor outputs (switchable to fixed line outputs)
    • - Two stereo headphone outputs
    • 10 channels of digital I/O via:
    • -Eight channels ADAT Optical Lightpipe I/O with S/MUX for high sample rates
    • - Two channels coaxial S/PDIF I/O with sample rate conversion
    • Two Thunderbolt 2 ports facilitates daisy-chaining of other Thunderbolt devices
    • Cascade up to 4 Apollo interfaces and 6 UAD devices total over Thunderbolt (Mac)
    • MICROPHONE PREAMPLIFIERS
    • Four high-resolution, ultra-transparent, digitally-controlled analog mic preamps
    • UnisonT technology for deep integration with UAD preamp and pedal plug-ins
    • Front panel and software control of all preamp parameters
    • Switchable low cut filter, 48V phantom power, pad, polarity inversion, and stereo linking
    • MONITORING
    • Stereo monitor outputs (independent of the eight line outputs)
    • Digitally-controlled analog monitor outputs maintains highest fidelity
    • Front panel control of monitor levels and muting
    • Two stereo headphone outputs with independent mix buses
    • Independent front panel volume controls for headphone outputs
    • Front panel pre-fader metering of monitor bus levels
    • S/PDIF outputs can be set to mirror the monitor outputs
    • Up to two alternate stereo monitor outputs selectable via front panel or Console software
    • Assignable front panel monitor function switch for alternate speakers, dim, & mono
    • UAD-2 INSIDE
    • DUO and QUAD models featuring two or four SHARCr processors
    • Realtime UAD Processing on all analog and digital inputs
    • Same features and functionality as other UAD-2 devices when used with DAW
    • Can be combined with other UAD-2 devices for increased mixing DSP
    • Includes UAD Powered Plug-Ins "Realtime Analog Classics Plus" bundle
    • Complete UAD plug-ins library is available at the UA online store
    • SOFTWARE
    • Console application:
    • -Analog-style control interface for realtime monitoring and tracking
    • -Enables Realtime UAD Processing with UAD plug-ins
    • -Remote control of Apollo 8P features and functionality
    • -Virtual I/O for routing DAW tracks through Console
    • Console Recall plug-in:
    • -Saves Console configurations inside DAW sessions for easy recall
    • -Convenient access to Console's monitor controls via DAW plug-in
    • -VST, RTAS, AAX 64, and Audio Units plug-in formats
    • UAD Meter & Control Panel application: Configures global UAD settings and monitors system usage
    • Other:
    • - Easy firmware updates
    • - 1U rack-mountable form factor
    • - One year warranty includes parts and labor
     
  • Specifications:

    • System Requirements: Thunderbolt Systems
    • UAD Powered Plug-Ins version 8
    • Apple Mac computer with available Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 port
    • Mac OS X 10.8.5 Mountain Lion, 10.9.x Mavericks, or 10.10.x Yosemite
    • 4 gigabytes available disk space
    • Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug-ins
    • Compatible VST, Audio Units, RTAS, or AAX 64 plug-in host DAW software
    • Thunderbolt cable (sold separately)

    • Width 19"
    • Height 1.75" (1U rack space)
    • Depth, Chassis Only 12.125"
    • Depth, Including Knob & Jack Protrusions 13.5"
    • Shipping Box (Width x Depth x Height) 24" x 17" x 8"
    • Shipping Weight (with box & accessories) 18 pounds
    • Weight (bare unit) 9.1 pounds
     
  • Item Includes:

    • Apollo 8 Audio Interface Unit
    • External Power Supply
    • AC Power Cable (IEC)
    • Set of (4) Rack-Mount Screws
    • Getting Started URL Card
     
  • GTIN:

    0819937001925
     

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