Audio Interfaces

Universal Audio Apollo X8P Studio+. A 16-in, 22-out rack-mount Thunderbolt audio interface featuring eight Unison mic preamps and advanced Apollo X Gen 2 digital converters. It includes auto-gain, Apollo Monitor Correction (purchase separately), support for up to 7.1 surround sound with bass management, and HEXA Core DSP for plug-in processing. Compatible with Mac and Windows, it comes with the UAD Studio+ software suite of over 50 plug-ins and instruments including Auto-Tune Realtime X Advanced.

ARTICLE N° 98627
  • Universal Audio Apollo X8P Studio+
  • Improved 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
  • Studio+ Edition: bundle of more than 50 plug-ins and instruments, worth €4,500 (excluding promotions)
  • 16-input, 22-output Thunderbolt audio interface with HEXA Core DSP processor for plug-ins
  • 8x Unison™ microphone preamps
  • 2x high-impedance (Hi-Z) instrument inputs
  • 8x line inputs on DB-25 connector
  • 2x Optical Toslink I/O (ADAT S/MUX)
  • 1x Coaxial I/O on RCA (S/PDIF)
  • 1x Word Clock I/O (BNC)
  • 2x Speaker outputs on 6.35 mm jacks
  • 8x Line outputs on DB-25 connector (ALT / 7.1 surround)
  • 2x Headphone outputs on 6.35 mm TRS
  • State-of-the-art 2nd generation Apollo X converters with 24-bit / 192 kHz digital audio resolution and Dual-Crystal Clocking function guaranteeing ultra-low jitter at any sample rate
  • D/A conversion optimized for critical listening with a dynamic range of 130 dB and an exceptionally low harmonic distortion rate of -127 dB
  • Calibrate the outputs of your main monitoring speakers or headphones with the Apollo Monitor Correction function powered by the technology of Sonarworks®*
  • 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 audio support, and more
  • Built-in DSP supports over 200 UAD plug-ins via 64-bit VST, AU, and AAX formats in major DAWs
  • Compatible with LUNA, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more
  • Upgradeable with Apollo Thunderbolt interfaces or select models via Dante networking
  • Complimentary technical support from expert audio hardware engineers
  • *Available before the end of 2024. Requires Apollo Monitor Correction add on and SoundID Reference licenses available at sonarworks.com
The next-generation Apollo x8p, designed for producers and engineers, features cutting-edge digital audio converters, eight Unison™ preamps, and a HEXA Core DSP processor for recording and mixing complex projects with popular UAD plug-ins. Enjoy legendary emulations like Neve, Manley, Avalon, SSL, and more.

Key benefits:
- Next-generation audio converters with wide dynamic range and low distortion.
- Unison™ preamps capture the authentic sound of analog consoles like Neve, API, Avalon, and Fender.
- Access to over 200 native and UAD DSP plug-ins, including classics like Capitol Chambers, Sound City Studios, and EL8 Distressor.
- Mix with precision with Apollo monitoring correction powered by Sonarworks® (paid option available November 2024).
- Auto Gain for quick and optimal input level adjustment.
- Detailed bass management with the Subwoofer Manager for impeccable monitoring.
- Easy setup of low-latency headphone networks and immersive monitoring via the UAD Console app.

Install the Apollo x8p in your rack:
Designed for professionals looking to combine exceptional sound quality with input flexibility, the Apollo x8p gives you the iconic sound of Universal Audio with impressive dynamic range and optimized D/A converters for precise monitoring.

Unison™ Technology:
The Apollo x8p records through eight Unison preamps, faithfully reproducing the analog textures of famous preamps such as those from Neve, Manley or API. This technology ensures authentic and professional results.

Legendary tools at your fingertips:
Access tools used by top sound engineers, like Teletronix LA-2A compressors and Pultec EQs. Explore over 200 UAD plug-ins to enrich your productions with sounds from legendary studios like Ocean Way and Capitol Chambers.

Unmatched sonic precision:
With UA’s best-in-class D/A converters and Sonarworks® monitoring correction, the Apollo x8p delivers accurate representation of your recordings, whether through speakers or headphones.

UAD Console for total control:
The Apollo x8p features a powerful digital mixing engine, similar to an analog console, allowing you to manage plug-in routing and monitoring with ease. Advanced features, like auto gain and 7.1 surround management, ensure an optimized working environment.

Hybrid and scalable system:
Combine the power of the Apollo x8p’s HEXA Core DSP with your computer’s plug-ins for complex sessions. You can also daisy-chain up to four Apollo Thunderbolt interfaces, providing up to 128 inputs and outputs. Enjoy a scalable solution that grows with your studio and projects.
Computer connection
 Thunderbolt 3
Maximum resolution
 24 bit
Max sampling frequency
 192
Compatibility
 MacOS, Windows
Micro input
 8
Phantom power
 Yes
Instrument input
 Yes
Line input
 8
Digital input
 ADAT, ADAT S/MUX, S/PDIF Optical
Headphone output
 2
Digital output
 Adat, ADAT S/MUX, S/PDIF Optical
Word clock
 Yes
Digital multi-channel / network
 Thunderbolt 3
Number of connectable speaker pairs
 5
Effects
 DSP effects, Yes
Software incl.
 Musical Soft
Power supply
 Power adapter (included)
19" rack
 1U, Kit 19" included
With this Apollo X rack, you can use an Apollo Twin X or X4 interface both to expand your system and also to use it as a monitoring controller.

Plug-ins included in the Studio+ edition: - 9x Preamps and channel strips: - Avalon VT-737sp Channel Strip - Century Tube Channel Strip - CS-1 Channel Strip - Helios Type 69 Preamp & EQ - Manley Reference Microphone Preamp - Precision Channel Strip - UA 610-A Preamp & EQ - UA 610-B Preamp & EQ - V76 Preamplifier - 17x Compressors/limiters: - 160 Compressor / Limiter - Empirical Labs Distressor - Fairchild 670 Legacy - Fairchild 660 Compressor - Fairchild 670 Compressor - Teletronix LA-2 Classic Leveler - Teletronix LA-2A Gray Classic Leveler - Teletronix LA-2A Silver Classic Leveler - Teletronix LA-2A Legacy Leveling Amplifier - Teletronix LA-3A Classic Audio Leveler - UA 1176 Rev A Classic Limiter - UA 1176AE Classic Limiter - UA 1176LN Rev E Classic Limiter - UA 1176LN Legacy - UA 1176SE Legacy - UA 175B Classic Limiter - UA 176 Classic Limiter - 6x Equalizers: - 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 - 6x Special processing: - Auto-Tune Realtime Access - Auto-Tune Realtime Mod L - Studio D Chorus - 4x Reverbs and ambiences: - Lexicon 224 Digital Reverb - 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.