Universal Audio Apollo x6 | Elite AD/DA, HEXA DSP, and 5.1 Monitoring — Professional Recording Core
The Apollo x6 combines top-tier AD/DA conversion with UAD HEXA Core DSP in a 1U rack, offering 2 Unison mic preamps, 6x6 analog I/O, and 5.1 monitoring management. Via Thunderbolt 3, it enables near-zero-latency real-time UAD plugin recording and mixing, ideal for producers, composers, and post-production creators building high-reliability professional workflows.
Product Highlights
- Elite 24-bit/192 kHz AD/DA conversion for greater dynamic range and lower distortion
- Built-in UAD HEXA Core DSP, offering significantly improved plugin performance over the previous generation
- 2 Unison-enabled microphone preamps that authentically emulate classic preamp tones such as Neve, API, and Manley
- Real-time UAD plugin tracking and monitoring for an almost zero-latency recording experience
- Professional 5.1 surround monitoring management with built-in Mono, Dim, Alt monitoring, and speaker mute controls
- Dual Crystal Clocking low-jitter clock design greatly reduces digital jitter and phase errors
- 2 independent headphone outputs and 2 front-panel Hi‑Z instrument inputs for flexible multi-role monitoring and direct recording
- ADAT and S/PDIF digital expansion, plus Word Clock In/Out for flexible expansion of front-end gear and peripherals
- Dual Thunderbolt 3 ports with daisy-chaining support — connect up to 4 Apollo units and multiple UAD-2 devices
- Built-in talkback microphone and Console software to enhance studio communication and routing control
Specifications
| Product Type | Thunderbolt 3 audio interface (1U rack) |
| Total I/O | 16 x 22 (up to 24-bit / 192 kHz) |
| Analog I/O | 6 x 6 analog I/O (including 2 Unison mic preamps, line and monitor outputs) |
| Mic Preamps | 2 (Unison technology, supports mic/line/Hi‑Z) |
| Hi‑Z Instrument Inputs | 2 (front panel) |
| Headphone Outputs | 2 (independent amplification and volume control) |
| Digital I/O | ADAT optical I/O, S/PDIF coaxial I/O, Word Clock In/Out |
| DSP Processing | UAD-2 HEXA Core (6-core DSP) |
| Monitoring Features | Supports up to 5.1 surround monitoring, Alt monitoring, Mono, Dim, speaker mute, built-in Talkback |
| Clock | Dual Crystal Clocking low-jitter design |
| Computer Connection | 2 x Thunderbolt 3 (daisy-chainable) |
| Sample Rates & Bit Depth | 24-bit, 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz |
| Power | Internal power supply (IEC) |
| Compatible Platforms | macOS / Windows (requires Thunderbolt 3) |
| Included Software | Realtime Analog Classics plugin bundle, UAD Console, and drivers |
