Universal Audio Apollo x8p Gen 2 APX8PG2-STU

Channels of I/O

16 Inputs / 22 Outputs

Maximum Sampling Rate

192 kHz / 24-Bit

Number of Microphone Inputs

Analog Audio I/O

8x Combo XLR-1/4″ TRS Balanced/Unbalanced Mic/Line Input
2x 1/4″ TS Unbalanced Hi-Z Input
1x DB-25 Balanced Line Input
2x 1/4″ TRS Balanced Monitor Output
1x DB-25 Balanced Line Output

Digital Audio I/O

2x Mini-TOSLINK / 3.5 mm Optical ADAT / S/PDIF Input
2x Mini-TOSLINK / 3.5 mm Optical ADAT / S/PDIF Output

Host Connection

1x USB-C
Host Connection Protocol: Thunderbolt 3

Power Requirements

AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)

Built-In DSP

Built-In Microphone (Talkback)

Input Level Adjustment

1x Knob

Signal Processing

Pad: Mic: -20 dB (Switchable per Channel)
Gain/Trim Range: Mic/Line/Hi-Z Inputs: +10 dB to +65 dB
Solo/Mute: Mute per Master

Connectivity

Phantom Power: 48 V, Selectable On/Off
Sync I/O: 1x BNC Word Clock Input, 1x BNC Word Clock Output
USB (Non-Host): 1x USB-C (Device Connection)
MIDI I/O: No
Network I/O: No
Expansion Slots: No
Wireless: No

Performance

Frequency Response:
- Mic, Line Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.07 dB
- Line Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.05 dB
- Hi-Z Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.08 dB
- Headphone Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.02 dB
- Monitor Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.02 dB
Maximum Input Level:
- Mic Inputs: 26 dBu (Pad On)
- Line Inputs: 24 dBu (Reference Level at +4 dBu)
Maximum Output Level:
- Line Outputs: 24 dBu (Reference Level at +4 dBu)
- 12.2 dBu (Reference Level at -10 dBv)
- Headphone Outputs:
  - 17.8 dBu (300 Ohms Load, 1 kHz at 16.8 dBu, -1 dBFS)
  - 18.3 dBu (600 Ohms Load, 1 kHz at 17.3 dBu, -1 dBFS)
- Monitor Outputs:
  - 24 dBu (Reference Level at +4 dBu)
  - 10 dBV (Reference Level at -10 dBv)
Headphone Output Power:
- 120 mW into 300 Ohms
- 67 mW into 600 Ohms
Impedance:
- Mic Inputs: 5.4 Kilohms
- Line Inputs: 10 Kilohms
- Line Outputs: 100 Ohms
- Hi-Z Inputs: 1 Megohm
- Monitor Outputs: 100 Ohms
- Word Clock Inputs: 75 Ohms
Dynamic Range:
- Hi-Z Inputs: 122 dBA
- Line Inputs: 124 dBA
- Mic Inputs: 123 dBA
- Line Outputs: 127 dBA
- Monitor Outputs: 130 dBA
THD+N:
- Mic Inputs: -115 dB / 0.00018%
- Hi-Z Inputs: -111 dB / 0.00028%
- Line Inputs: -116 dB / 0.00016%
- Line Outputs: -119 dB / 0.00011%
- Monitor Outputs: -127 dB / 0.000045%

Digital Audio

Sample Rates: Up to 192 kHz
Sample Rate Conversion: No
Bit Depths: 24-Bit
Latency: 1.1 ms at 96 kHz
Sync Sources: ADAT, Internal, S/PDIF, Word Clock

Audio Storage & Playback

Media/Memory Card Slot: No

Compatibility

OS Compatibility: Windows / macOS
Mobile Device Compatibility: No

Power

Power Requirements: AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)
AC Input Power: 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
AC/DC Power Adapter: 12 VDC at 6 A
Power Consumption:
- 72 W
- 30 W (Typical)

Physical

Rackmount Size: 1 RU (with Included Hardware)
Operating Conditions: 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Dimensions:
- 19 x 12 x 1.74″ / 48.3 x 30.5 x 4.42 cm (Chassis Only)
- 19 x 13.5 x 1.74″ / 48.3 x 34.3 x 4.42 cm (Including Controls and Protrusions)
Weight: 8.9 lb / 4.0 kg

Packaging Info

Package Weight: 16.99 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH): 23.5 x 17 x 8.7″

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Real-Time UAD Processing for Engineers Recording Large Sessions

Ideal for producers and engineers recording large sessions, the Universal Audio Apollo x8p Gen 2 with Studio+ Bundle is a 16×22 rackmount Thunderbolt 3 audio interface that offers eight Unison mic preamps with Auto-Gain, flagship Gen 2 Elite-Class 24-bit / 192 kHz AD/DA conversion, surround audio up to 7.1, and HEXA Core DSP for real-time UAD plug-in processing over Thunderbolt at near-zero latency-on Mac and Windows computers. The Studio+ Bundle lets you mix and record live performances with 56 UAD plug-ins including Avalon channel strip, Manley preamp, Pultec EQ, Auto-Tune, classic LA-2A and 1176 compressors, and more. You can use Plug-In Scenes to recall settings instantly, even in the middle of a performance.

Easily connect the Apollo x8p Gen 2 to professional studio gear with 8×8 analog line-level I/O via DB-25 connections, two Hi-Z instrument inputs, and two monitor outputs via 1/4″ connections. Two ADAT or S/PDIF I/O and wordclock I/O are also available for connecting to professional digital outboard hardware. You can mix with confidence in any room using Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks. Hear all the low-end detail in your mixes using Bass Management to add a subwoofer to your monitor setup. Quickly set up low-latency cues, plug-in scenes, and immersive audio monitoring with the UAD Console app.

What’s New with Gen 2?

New look and feel—updated industrial design with new knobs and switch caps
Improved Elite-Class Gen 2 D/A converters featuring Dual Crystal Clocking for ultralow jitter at all sample rates
Improved monitor and headphone outputs for best-in-class critical listening
Even lower THD% and increased DNR
Assistive Auto-Gain supporting one-click configuration across all input channels with select Unison preamps, for effortless recording
Built-in Room Correction enabling Sonarworks SoundID profiles to run on built-in DSP
Bass Management for subwoofers in both Stereo and Surround configurations
New UAD Console brings AutoGain, Unison, Apollo Room Correction, DSP Pairing, Dante Support, Multi-Channel Immersive Audio Monitoring, Bass Management, Plug-In Scenes over MIDI, and more—together under one roof
New Ultimate+ and Studio+ software bundles with UAD plug-ins and Instruments

Record Through Eight Unison Preamps:

With Unison technology, Apollo x8p Gen 2 lets you track in real time with the sound of classic EQs and compressors.
From Neve, API, Manley, Fender, and more, you get the same rich analog textures used on the greatest recordings of our time.

Bass Management

Add a subwoofer with the new bass management feature for full-range stereo and surround monitoring.
Speaker utility panel provides trim, mute and solo per speaker output.

Apollo Room Correction

Room correction runs on a single SHARC DSP core, with UA’s studio-grade low-latency EQ algorithms using over 20 precision filters and up to 100 ms of loudspeaker time alignment to transform your monitoring accuracy.
Create SoundID Reference measurements for Apollo Room Correction directly within the SoundID Reference Measure desktop application.

Key Features

16 x 22 Thunderbolt audio interface with HEXA Core DSP real-time plug-in processing
Includes up to 50+ UAD plug-ins with Studio+ Edition
Eight Unison mic preamps, two Hi-Z instrument inputs, DB-25 input (line 1-8), two optical Toslink I/O (ADAT S/MUX or S/PDIF), wordclock I/O (BNC)
Two 1/4″ monitor outs, DB-25 output (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 ultralow jitter at all sample rates
Enhanced D/A for critical monitoring and playback with 130 dB dynamic range and low THD of -127 dB
Calibrate your main monitor and headphone outputs with Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks
Full-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, and 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
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

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