Universal Audio Apollo x16 Gen 2 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface APX16G2-ESS

Channels of I/O

18 Inputs / 20 Outputs

Maximum Sampling Rate

192 kHz / 24-Bit

Number of Microphone Inputs

Analog Audio I/O

2x DB-25 Balanced Line Input
2x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Monitor Output
2x DB-25 Balanced Line Output

Digital Audio I/O

1x XLR 3-Pin AES3 Input
1x XLR 3-Pin AES3 Output

Host Connection

1x USB-C
Host Connection Protocol: Thunderbolt 3

Power Requirements

AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)

Built-In DSP

Built-In Microphone

Signal Processing

Pad: No
High-Pass Filter: No
Solo/Mute: Mute per Master

Connectivity

Phantom Power: No
Sync I/O:
- 1x BNC Word Clock Input
- 1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TS 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:
- Line Inputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.04 dB
- Line Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.02 dB
- Monitor Outputs: 20 Hz to 20 kHz ±0.02 dB
Maximum Input Level:
- 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)
- Monitor Outputs:
  - 24 dBu (Reference Level at +4 dBu)
  - 10 dBV (Reference Level at -10 dBv)
Impedance:
- Line Inputs: 10 Kilohms
- Line Outputs: 100 Ohms
- Word Clock Inputs: 75 Ohms
Dynamic Range:
- Line Inputs: 124 dBA
- Line Outputs: 127 dBA
- Monitor Outputs: 133 dBA
THD+N:
- Line Inputs: -115 dB / 0.00018%
- Line Outputs: -123 dB / 0.000068%
- Monitor Outputs: -129 dB / 0.000037%

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: AES3, Internal, 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: 8.5 lb / 3.9 kg

Packaging Info

Package Weight: 16.59 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH): 23.6 x 17.3 x 8.7″

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Real-Time UAD Processing for Studio, Live, and Post Applications

Ideal for studio, live, and postproduction applications, the Universal Audio Apollo x16 Gen 2 with Essentials+ Bundle is an 18×20 rackmount Thunderbolt 3 audio interface that offers 16 channels of flagship, Gen 2 Elite-Class 24-bit / 192 kHz AD/DA conversion, immersive audio up to 9.1.6, and HEXA Core DSP for real-time UAD plug-in processing over Thunderbolt at near-zero latency—on Mac and Windows computers. The Essentials+ Bundle lets you mix and record live performances with 36 UAD plug-ins including 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 x16 Gen 2 to professional studio gear with 16×16 analog line-level I/O via DB-25 connections, plus switchable +24 dBu headroom settings. Stereo AES I/O and wordclock I/O are also available for connection 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 outputs for best-in-class, critical listening
Even lower THD% and increased DNR
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 Unison, Apollo Room Correction, DSP Pairing, Dante Support, Multichannel Immersive Audio Monitoring, Bass Management, Plug-In Scenes over MIDI, and more—together under one roof
New Ultimate+ and Essentials+ software bundles with UAD plug-ins and Instruments

Elite-Class Apollo X Sound for Your Console and Outboard

Delivering 133 dB of dynamic range, very low THD of -129 dB, and featuring Dual-Crystal Clocking for ultralow jitter at all sample rate, Apollo x16 effortlessly interfaces with your analog equipment and patchbays with DB-25 connections.
The unit offers +24 dBu headroom, 16 x 18 A/D and D/A conversion, and stereo AES I/O.

Hear the Details Like Never Before

Apollo x16 features UA’s highest-resolution A/D and D/A converters paired with multichannel immersive Apollo Monitor Correction powered by Sonarworks.
So, you’ll not only hear the most pristine representation of your recordings, there will be no surprises when you listen to your final mix or master on any stereo or surround system

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