Audio Interfaces

Universal Audio Apollo Twin X Duo Essentials+. This second generation of Apollo X desktop format brings many optimizations, but also Auto-Gain and acoustic correction by Sonarworks (purchase separately). The Essentials+ version includes more than 20 plug-ins and instruments including Auto-Tune Realtime Access.

ARTICLE N° 98346
  • Universal Audio Apollo Twin X Duo Gen 2 Essentials+
  • Enhanced Output Converters for Critical Listening (Monitoring and Headphone Outputs)
  • Further reduced distortion and background noise
  • Auto-Gain function for Assisted Recording Level Adjustment
  • Integrated Acoustic Correction (Sonarworks SoundID + Apollo Monitor Correction add-on, purchased separately)
  • Bass Management for Subwoofers, in Stereo or Surround
  • Essentials+ Edition: bundle of more than 20 plug-ins and instruments, worth €2,500 (excluding promotions)
  • 10-input, 6-output Thunderbolt audio interface with DUO Core DSP processor for plug-ins
  • Two Unison™ microphone preamps, high-impedance instrument input (Hi-Z), Toslink optical input (ADAT or S/PDIF)
  • Two speaker outputs on jacks 1/4" (6.35 mm), two 1/4" (6.35 mm) line outs (ALT), one 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS headphone out
  • Advanced 2nd generation Apollo X converters with 24-bit/192 kHz digital audio resolution
  • D/A conversion optimized for critical listening with 129 dB dynamic range
  • Calibrate the outputs of your main monitor speakers or headphones with Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks®* technology
  • Full-featured monitoring controller with alternate speaker switch and talkback mic for easy communication with artists
  • Updated UAD Console app with Auto Gain, Plug-in Scenes, Bass Manager for subwoofer integration, Immersive Sound support, and more
  • Integrated DSP compatible with over 200 UAD plug-ins via 64-bit VST, AU and AAX formats in major DAWs
  • Up to fifty UAD plug-ins provided with the Essentials+ and Studio+ editions
  • Compatible with LUNA, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, etc.
  • Upgrade options with Apollo Thunderbolt interfaces or certain models via a Dante network
  • Free technical support provided by expert audio hardware engineers
  • Essentials+ Edition: bundle of over 20 plug-ins and instruments, worth €2,500 (excluding promotions)
  • *Available before the end of 2024. Requires the Apollo Monitor Correction add on and SoundID Reference licenses available on sonarworks.com
The Apollo Twin X takes sound quality to the next level. Thanks to optimized converters, it delivers crystal-clear audio without the slightest background noise or distortion. Every nuance of your music will be reproduced with exceptional precision.

The magic of analog, the comfort of digital:
With Unison™ technology, faithfully recreate the sound of legendary analog preamps. Every setting, every nuance of these iconic preamps is reproduced with striking authenticity. You will be able to give your recordings unparalleled warmth and depth.

A modular and scalable system:
Adapt the Apollo Twin X to your needs by connecting up to four interfaces. You have a modular system that can accommodate up to 128 audio channels, offering you unlimited flexibility for your most ambitious projects.

Accurate and personalized listening:
Thanks to the integration of Sonarworks SoundID Reference (paid option available November 2024), correct the acoustic defects of your listening room in just a few clicks. You will benefit from an optimal listening environment for an accurate and balanced mix. UA correction tools allow you to further refine your configuration.

Intelligent features for increased productivity:
- Auto-Gain: Automatically adjust input levels for perfect sound recordings the first time.
- Bass Management: Manage the cutoff frequency of your subwoofer for seamless integration into your monitoring system.
- UAD Console: Control all aspects of your studio from an intuitive and customizable interface.

The Apollo Twin X is much more than just an audio interface. It is a true studio in its own right, designed to offer you an uncompromising music creation experience.

The main advantages of the Apollo Twin X at a glance:
- Exceptional sound quality
- Unison™ preamps for authentic analog sound
- Expandability
- Advanced acoustic correction
- Intelligent features
- Ease of use

Apollo Twin X: your professional studio at home!

Do you dream of recording like your favorite artists? The Apollo Twin X is the ideal solution for you. With this high-end audio interface, you benefit from exceptional sound quality, as if you were in a real recording studio.

In short, why choose the Apollo Twin X?
- Professional sound at your fingertips: Take advantage of studio-quality microphone preamps to capture your instruments and your voice with unmatched precision.
- Legendary plug-ins: Access a collection of virtual plug-ins that faithfully reproduce the sound of the most famous analog equipment, such as Neve compressors or Pultec equalizers.
- Simple and intuitive setup: The Apollo Twin X is easy to use, even for beginners.
- Uncompromising scalability: You can expand your system by connecting multiple Apollo interfaces to meet your future needs.
Computer connection
 Thunderbolt 3
Desktop
 Yes
Maximum resolution
 24 bit
Max sampling frequency
 192
Compatibility
 MacOS, Windows
Micro input
 2
Phantom power
 Yes
Instrument input
 Yes
Line input
 2
Digital input
 ADAT, S/PDIF Optical
Line output
 4
Headphone output
 1
Number of connectable speaker pairs
 2
Effects
 DSP effects
Software incl.
 Musical Soft
Power supply
 Power adapter (included)
Also available in Studio+ version, with more than 50 plug-ins and instruments (worth €4,500 excluding promotions).
The Apollo Twin X and x4 interfaces take on the function of monitoring controller when associated with other Apollo x in a rack.

Plug-ins included in the Essentials+ edition: - 6x Preamps and channel strips: - Century Tube Channel Strip - CS-1 Channel Strip - Helios Type 69 Preamp & EQ - Precision Channel Strip - UA 610-A Preamp & EQ - UA 610-B Preamp & EQ - 7x Compressors/Limitations: - Fairchild 670 Legacy - Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler - Teletronix LA-2A Gray Classic Leveler - Teletronix LA-2A Silver Classic Leveler - Teletronix LA-2A Legacy Leveling Amplifier - UA 1176LN Legacy - UA 1176SE Legacy - 6x Equalizers: - Helios Type 69 Legacy EQ - Pultec EQP-1A Legacy EQ - Pultec EQP-1A Passive EQ - Pultec HLF-3C Passive EQ - Pultec MEQ-5 Passive EQ - Pultec Pro Legacy EQ - 4x Special processing: - Auto-Tune Realtime Access - Oxide Tape Recorder - Precision Enhancer Hz - Verve Analog Machines Essentials - 1x Instruments: - PolyMAX Polyphonic Synth - 3x Delays and modulations: - Galaxy Tape Echo - Precision Delay Mod - Precision Delay Mod L - 3x Reverbs and ambiences: - Precision Reflection Engine - Pure Plate Reverb - RealVerb Pro Custom Room Modeler - 3x Guitar and bass: - Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Bass Amplifier - Marshall Plexi Classic Amplifier - Raw Distortion

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For over 50 years, Universal Audio has been an industry leader in DSP audio modeling and vintage analog technology. The American manufacturer has released groundbreaking products such as the LA-2A compressor and the 610 tube mic preamp which have been used to record artists as diverse as the Beach Boys and Van Halen. 
Since the 2000s, Universal Audio has been faithfully reproducing classic analog recording equipment and designing new digital recording tools in keeping with the sound and spirit of vintage analog technology. Best-sellers include the Apollo interface, UAD-2 Satellite, UAD plug-ins, UADFX pedals and the OX Amp Top Box.