UAD Apollo x16 G2 Ess+ | Realtime UAD DSP Interface

UAD Apollo x16 Gen 2 Ess+

• Thunderbolt interface for professional mixing & mastering
• Premium AD/DA conversion for pristine audio quality
• Integrated HEXA Core DSP for zero-latency UAD plugins
• 16-channel line I/O for easy external hardware integration
• Dolby Atmos support for professional surround sound monitoring

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Universal Audio Apollo x16 Gen 2｜18x20 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface for Professional Mixing and Mastering

The Studio's Conversion Core, 16 Channels of Elite-Class AD/DA with UAD-2 HEXA Core Processing

The Universal Audio Apollo x16 Gen 2 Ess+ is a Thunderbolt 3 audio interface designed specifically for professional mixing, mastering, and post-production workflows. It features Universal Audio's top-tier elite-class AD/DA conversion technology, offering an astonishing 133 dB of Dynamic Range and pristine audio quality with -129 dB THD+N. At its core is a powerful UAD-2 HEXA Core processor, allowing you to extensively use UAD plugins that emulate classic hardware from Neve, API, Manley, and more in your mixes with near-zero latency, injecting a warm analog character into your work.

Compared to traditional audio interfaces with Mic Preamps, the Apollo x16 focuses on providing the highest quality 16x16 channels of line-level I/O, seamlessly integrating large-format consoles, summing mixers, and various external hardware via DB-25 connectors. For professional studios seeking ultimate audio quality, high channel count conversion, and wishing to integrate the UAD platform into Dolby Atmos or surround monitoring systems, the Apollo x16 is an indispensable audio processing and monitoring control center.

Quick Facts Product Overview

Brand: Universal Audio
Model: Apollo x16 Gen 2 Ess+
Computer Connection: Thunderbolt 3
Simultaneous I/O: 18 x 20
A/D Resolution: 24-bit/192kHz
Mic Preamps: 0 (pure line-level design)
Built-in DSP: UAD-2 HEXA Core Processor
Ideal Scenarios: Professional Mixing and Mastering, Dolby Atmos Production, Integrating Large Consoles and External Hardware, Vinyl Archiving

使用者建議分析(點此展開)

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適合誰購買

Professional mixing engineers who need top-tier AD/DA conversion quality and high channel count to integrate external hardware, consoles, or summing mixers.
Those building Dolby Atmos or other surround sound monitoring systems, requiring a reliable multi-channel converter and monitoring control center.
Studios that already own high-quality external Mic Preamps and only need a clean, transparent line-level converter.

誰不適合購買

Users who need to directly plug in microphones for recording, as this model does not include any Mic Preamps.
Users whose computers do not have native Thunderbolt 3 or 4 ports (connection via adapter is not supported).
Entry-level music producers or those with limited budgets and personal studios not requiring extensive I/O.

Universal Audio Apollo x16 Core Technologies and Features

Elite-Class AD/DA Conversion: Offers up to 133 dB A/D Dynamic Range and 129 dB D/A Dynamic Range, capturing every sonic detail and delivering an expansive, natural soundstage.
UAD-2 HEXA Core Processing: Built-in six SHARC® DSP chips, providing 50% more processing power than its predecessor, allowing you to run a large number of UAD plugins during recording and mixing without taxing your computer's CPU.
Surround Sound Monitoring Support: Built-in monitoring control for up to 7.1 surround channels, with speaker calibration and gain adjustment capabilities, making it an ideal core for building a Dolby Atmos system.
Professional I/O Integration: Provides 16 x 16 balanced line-level I/O via DB-25 connectors, easily connecting to professional consoles, patchbays, and outboard effects. Also features AES/EBU Digital I/O.
Switchable Operating Level: Selectable +24 dBu or +20 dBu operating modes, ensuring perfect level matching with various professional analog hardware.
Deep Integration with LUNA Recording System: Seamlessly integrates with Universal Audio's free LUNA recording application, offering a truly analog-style creation, recording, and production experience.

Bundled Software: Realtime Analog Classics Plus Bundle

Register your Apollo x16 to receive the "Realtime Analog Classics Plus" UAD plugin bundle, featuring officially licensed emulations of many legendary classic hardware units:

UA 610-B Tube Preamp & EQ
UA 1176LN Limiting Amplifier (Legacy)
UA 1176SE Limiting Amplifier (Legacy)
Pultec EQP-1A EQ (Legacy)
Pultec Pro EQ (Legacy)
Teletronix LA-2A Leveling Amplifier (Legacy)
Fairchild 670 Compressor (Legacy)
Precision Enhancer Hz
Precision Channel Strip (Precision Mix Rack Collection)
Precision Reflection Engine (Precision Mix Rack Collection)
Precision Delay Mod & Delay Mod L (Precision Mix Rack Collection)
Ampeg® SVT-VR Classic Bass Amp
Marshall® Plexi Classic Guitar Amp
Raw Distortion
RealVerb Pro

Technical Specifications (Tech Specs)

Computer Connection	Thunderbolt 3 (cable not included)
Form Factor	1U Rackmount
Simultaneous I/O	18 x 20
A/D Resolution	Up to 24-bit / 192kHz
Built-in DSP	6-core UAD-2 HEXA Core Processor
Mic Preamps	0
Analog Inputs	2 x DB-25 (16 channels total)
Analog Outputs	2 x DB-25 (16 channels total), 2 x XLR (Monitor L/R)
Digital Inputs	1 x XLR (AES/EBU)
Digital Outputs	1 x XLR (AES/EBU)
Headphone Output	None (assignable via analog outputs)
Clock I/O	1 x BNC (Word Clock In), 1 x BNC (Word Clock Out)
Operating System (Mac)	macOS 10.15 or later
Operating System (PC)	Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit)
Power Source	12V DC external power adapter (included)

UAD Apollo x16 Pros and Cons

Pros & Notes (Click to expand)

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Pros

Industry-leading AD/DA conversion quality, delivering extremely transparent and expansive sound.
Powerful HEXA Core DSP for seamlessly running a large number of UAD plugins for mixing.
Easy integration with large consoles and external hardware via DB-25 connectors, offering excellent expandability.
Built-in surround sound monitoring controller, an ideal choice for building Dolby Atmos systems.
Includes Realtime Analog Classics Plus plugin bundle, ready-to-use with multiple classic emulations.

Notes to Know

Does not include any Mic Preamps; requires an external preamplifier.
Requires a computer with native Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4 ports.
Thunderbolt 3 cable not included; must be purchased separately.

UAD Apollo x16 FAQ

Q：Can I directly plug a microphone into the Universal Audio Apollo x16 Gen 2 Ess+ for recording?

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A：No. The Apollo x16 is a pure line-level converter and does not have built-in Mic Preamps. You must first connect your microphone to an external Mic Preamp, then connect the preamp's line output to the Apollo x16.

Q：What are the main differences between the Apollo x16 and Apollo x8p?

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A：The main differences lie in their intended use and I/O. The Apollo x16 is designed for mixing and mastering, offering 16 channels of line I/O (DB-25); while the Apollo x8p is designed for recording, offering 8 Unison Mic Preamps.

Q：My computer only has USB-C ports, can I use an adapter to connect the Apollo x16?

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A：No. Your computer must be equipped with native Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4 ports to use it. Standard USB-C ports (even if physically identical) cannot provide sufficient bandwidth and protocol support.

Q：Is the Apollo x16 suitable for producing Dolby Atmos music?

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A：Yes, it is highly suitable. Its abundant high-quality Analog Outputs, along with built-in surround sound monitoring control, make it an excellent conversion core for building a Dolby Atmos monitoring system.

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