Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen 2 Analog Classics Pro Thunderbolt Interface
The Apollo x8 Gen 2 Analog Classics Pro. Features Rackmount 18 x 24 Thunderbolt audio interface with four Unison mic preamps, elite-class Apollo X Gen 2 audio conversion, Auto-Gain and more.
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The Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen 2 Thunderbolt interface is the nerve center your studio has been waiting for. This rackmount powerhouse takes everything you loved about the original Apollo and cranks it up to eleven, delivering elite-class audio conversion that captures every nuance of your performance with breathtaking clarity.
Whether you're tracking a full band or mixing a masterpiece, the Apollo x8 Gen 2 gives you the sonic transparency and dynamic range usually reserved for million-dollar studios. It’s the kind of gear that doesn’t just record your music — it elevates it.
Authentic Analog Sound
Universal Audio built its reputation on the warm, rich sound of analog gear, and the Apollo x8 Gen 2 brings that legacy straight to your desktop. With its four Unison™ mic preamps, you're not just plugging into a computer; you're plugging into history.
Unison™ Technology: Track in real-time through exact emulations of classic preamps from Neve, API, Manley, and more. It’s not just a filter; it’s a physical impedance match that makes your mics behave exactly like they would with the original hardware.
HEXA Core Processing: With six DSP chips under the hood, you’ve got 50% more processing power than previous Apollos. This means you can run huge chains of UAD plug-ins while recording without dragging down your CPU or battling latency.
Included Essentials+ Bundle: Right out of the box, you get a treasure trove of legendary UAD plug-ins, including the Teletronix LA-2A, Pultec EQs, and Auto-Tune Realtime Access. It’s a complete production suite that sounds like a hit record from day one.
Hear Every Detail
You can’t mix what you can’t hear, and the Apollo x8 Gen 2 ensures you hear everything. With UA’s highest-resolution D/A conversion ever, it opens a crystal-clear window into your tracks, letting you make critical mixing decisions with absolute confidence.
Elite Conversion Quality: With 130 dB of dynamic range and ultra-low THD, the new Gen 2 converters bring out details you didn’t know existed — like wiping a window clean and revealing the view.
Built-In Monitor Calibration: Powered by Sonarworks®, Apollo Monitor Correction lets you calibrate your monitors and headphones directly from the interface. Eliminate room anomalies and create mixes that translate seamlessly anywhere.
Immersive Audio Support: Whether you're working in stereo or 7.1 surround, the Apollo x8 Gen 2 has you covered. With updated bass management and alternate monitoring modes, it's ready for the next generation of immersive audio production.
Master Your Workflow
In the studio, time is a commodity you can't afford to waste. The Apollo x8 Gen 2 is engineered to keep you locked in the creative pocket, not bogged down by technical tediousness. Its updated UAD Console app is your streamlined command center, packed with intuitive features designed to keep the music flowing.
Auto-Gain: Set perfect levels across all inputs in seconds. No more clipping, no more guessing — just hit the button and start playing. It’s a lifesaver for drummers and multi-mic setups.
Plug-In Scenes: Instantly recall your favorite plug-in chains for tracking or mixing. Whether you need a lush vocal reverb or a gritty guitar tone, you can switch vibes instantly without menu-diving.
Expandable System: Need more I/O? Connect up to four Thunderbolt Apollo interfaces for a powerful 128-channel setup. Manage everything from your desktop using an Apollo Twin or x4, creating a flexible system that adapts to your needs.
The Heart of Your Creative Hub
The Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen 2 is more than just a piece of equipment; it’s a commitment to quality. It bridges the gap between the classic analog sound of the past and the cutting-edge digital workflow of the future. With its pristine conversion, powerful DSP, and intuitive features, it empowers you to produce professional-grade tracks from the comfort of your own studio. If you're serious about sound, the Apollo x8 Gen 2 is the upgrade your rack deserves.
Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen 2 Features:
18 x 24 Thunderbolt audio interface with HEXA Core DSP plug-in processing
Four Unison™ mic preamps, two Hi-Z instrument inputs, eight 1/4" line inputs, two optical Toslink I/O (ADAT S/MUX), RCA coaxial I/O (S/PDIF), word clock I/O (BNC)
Two 1/4" monitor outs, eight 1/4" line outs (ALT / 7.1 surround), two 1/4" TRS headphone outs
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
Enhanced D/A for critical monitoring and playback with 130 dB dynamic range and astonishingly low THD of -127 dB
Calibrate your main monitor and headphone outputs with Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks
Fully featured monitor controller with alternate speaker switching and integrated talkback for easy communication with talent
Updated UAD Console app featuring Auto-Gain, 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 80+ UAD plug-ins with UAD Analog Classics or UAD Analog Classics Pro
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
Warranty: 1 Year from date of purchase (parts and labor)
Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen 2 Analog Classics Pro Thunderbolt Interface Specifications
Item #:
UAD APX8G2S
Manufacturer Part Number:
APX8G2-STU
UPC:
819937004650
Product Specifications
Over 80 Included Plug-Ins in UAD Analog Classics Pro:
Vocals & Pitch Correction (2):
Topline Vocal Suite
Topline Key Finder
Channel Strips & Preamps (19):
API® Preamp
API® Vision Channel Strip
API® Vision Channel Strip Legacy
Avalon® VT-737sp Channel Strip
CS-1 Channel Strip
Century Tube 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 Channel Strip Legacy
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 (21):
API® 2500 Stereo Bus Compressor
dbx® 160 Compressor / Limiter
Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor
Fairchild 660 Compressor
Fairchild 670 Compressor
Fairchild 670 Legacy Compressor
Precision Buss Compressor
SSL® G Series Bus Compressor
SSL® G Series Bus Compressor Legacy
Teletronix LA-2 Classic Leveler
Teletronix LA-2A Gray Classic Leveler
Teletronix LA-2A Silver Classic Leveler
Teletronix LA-2A Legacy
Teletronix LA-2A Tube Compressor
Teletronix LA-3A Classic Audio Leveler
UA 1176 FET Compressor
UA 1176 Rev A Classic Limiter
UA 1176AE Classic Limiter
UA 1176LN Rev E Classic Limiter
UA 1176LN Legacy
UA 1176SE Legacy
Equalizers (9):
Helios Type 69 Legacy EQ
Neve® 1073 Legacy
Neve® 1073SE Legacy
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
Special Processing (9):
A-Type Multiband Dynamic Enhancer
Ampex® ATR-102 Mastering Tape Recorder
Little Labs® Voice Of God Bass Resonance
Oxide Tape Recorder
Precision De-Esser
Precision Enhancer Hz
Precision Enhancer kHz
Studer® A800 Multichannel Tape Recorder
Vibe Analog Machines Essentials
Instruments (1):
PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth
Delay & Modulation (8):
Brigade Chorus Pedal
Cooper® Time Cube MkII Delay
EP-34 Tape Echo
Galaxy Tape Echo
KORG® SDD-3000 Digital Delay
Precision Delay Mod
Precision Delay Mod L
Studio D Chorus
Reverbs & Rooms (6):
Lexicon® 224 Digital Reverb
Ocean Way Studios Deluxe
Ocean Way Studios
Precision Reflection Engine
Pure Plate Reverb
UAD Sound City Studios
Mastering (3):
Precision Limiter
Precision Maximizer
Precision Multiband
Guitar & Bass (9):
Bermuda Triangle
Fender® ’55 Tweed Deluxe
Raw Distortion
TS Overdrive Pedal
UAD Dream ’65 Reverb Amplifier
UAD Lion ’68 Super Lead Amp
UAD Ruby ’63 Top Boost Amplifier
UAD Showtime ’64 Tube Amp
UAD Woodrow ’55 Instrument Amplifier
LUNA Extensions (4):
Ampex® ATR-102 Master Tape Extension
API® Summing Extension
API® Vision Console Emulation
Studer® A800 Multitrack Tape Extension
Universal Audio Apollo x8 Gen 2 Analog Classics Pro Thunderbolt Interface Specifications
Product Specifications
Over 80 Included Plug-Ins in UAD Analog Classics Pro:
Vocals & Pitch Correction (2):
Topline Vocal Suite
Topline Key Finder
Channel Strips & Preamps (19):
API® Preamp
API® Vision Channel Strip
API® Vision Channel Strip Legacy
Avalon® VT-737sp Channel Strip
CS-1 Channel Strip
Century Tube 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 Channel Strip Legacy
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 (21):
API® 2500 Stereo Bus Compressor
dbx® 160 Compressor / Limiter
Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor
Fairchild 660 Compressor
Fairchild 670 Compressor
Fairchild 670 Legacy Compressor
Precision Buss Compressor
SSL® G Series Bus Compressor
SSL® G Series Bus Compressor Legacy
Teletronix LA-2 Classic Leveler
Teletronix LA-2A Gray Classic Leveler
Teletronix LA-2A Silver Classic Leveler
Teletronix LA-2A Legacy
Teletronix LA-2A Tube Compressor
Teletronix LA-3A Classic Audio Leveler
UA 1176 FET Compressor
UA 1176 Rev A Classic Limiter
UA 1176AE Classic Limiter
UA 1176LN Rev E Classic Limiter
UA 1176LN Legacy
UA 1176SE Legacy
Equalizers (9):
Helios Type 69 Legacy EQ
Neve® 1073 Legacy
Neve® 1073SE Legacy
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
Special Processing (9):
A-Type Multiband Dynamic Enhancer
Ampex® ATR-102 Mastering Tape Recorder
Little Labs® Voice Of God Bass Resonance
Oxide Tape Recorder
Precision De-Esser
Precision Enhancer Hz
Precision Enhancer kHz
Studer® A800 Multichannel Tape Recorder
Vibe Analog Machines Essentials
Instruments (1):
PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth
Delay & Modulation (8):
Brigade Chorus Pedal
Cooper® Time Cube MkII Delay
EP-34 Tape Echo
Galaxy Tape Echo
KORG® SDD-3000 Digital Delay
Precision Delay Mod
Precision Delay Mod L
Studio D Chorus
Reverbs & Rooms (6):
Lexicon® 224 Digital Reverb
Ocean Way Studios Deluxe
Ocean Way Studios
Precision Reflection Engine
Pure Plate Reverb
UAD Sound City Studios
Mastering (3):
Precision Limiter
Precision Maximizer
Precision Multiband
Guitar & Bass (9):
Bermuda Triangle
Fender® ’55 Tweed Deluxe
Raw Distortion
TS Overdrive Pedal
UAD Dream ’65 Reverb Amplifier
UAD Lion ’68 Super Lead Amp
UAD Ruby ’63 Top Boost Amplifier
UAD Showtime ’64 Tube Amp
UAD Woodrow ’55 Instrument Amplifier
LUNA Extensions (4):
Ampex® ATR-102 Master Tape Extension
API® Summing Extension
API® Vision Console Emulation
Studer® A800 Multitrack Tape Extension
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