{"product_id":"universal-audio-audio-interfaces-apollo-x8-essentials-generation-2-format-rack","title":"Universal Audio Apollo X8 Essentials+ Gen 2","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAudio Interface\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Apollo X8 Essentials+ Gen 2 audio interface is designed for professionals seeking exceptional sound quality and advanced processing power. Thanks to its latest-generation converters and four Unison mic preamps, it delivers authentic analog sound ideal for studio recording and mixing. Its HEXA Core DSP enables real-time use of a wide range of UAD plug-ins, optimizing creativity and precision. This Thunderbolt rack interface, equipped with 18 inputs and 24 outputs, is perfectly suited to medium-sized and large studios, offering immersive monitoring and advanced bass management for optimal sound control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul class=\"checklist\" style=\"list-style:none;padding-left:0;margin:12px 0 0 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#16a34a;font-weight:700;margin-right:6px\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e2nd-generation Apollo X converters with 24-bit\/192 kHz resolution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#16a34a;font-weight:700;margin-right:6px\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003eFour Unison mic preamps for authentic analog sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#16a34a;font-weight:700;margin-right:6px\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003eHEXA Core DSP for real-time processing with more than 200 UAD plug-ins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#16a34a;font-weight:700;margin-right:6px\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003eApollo Monitor Correction with Sonarworks® technology for precise monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#16a34a;font-weight:700;margin-right:6px\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003eBass management and support for surround sound up to 7.1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#16a34a;font-weight:700;margin-right:6px\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003eAuto-gain function for quick input adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#16a34a;font-weight:700;margin-right:6px\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003eCompatible with Mac and Windows and numerous DAWs (Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Ableton Live, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"tech-table-title\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable class=\"tech-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19\" rack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThunderbolt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 (4 Unison mic preamps, 2 Hi-Z instruments, 8 6.35 mm jack line inputs, ADAT, S\/PDIF, Word Clock)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOutputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 (2 6.35 mm jack speaker outputs, 8 6.35 mm jack line outputs, 2 6.35 mm TRS headphone outputs, 7.1 surround)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConverter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2nd-generation Apollo X, 24-bit \/ 192 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDynamic range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e130 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal harmonic distortion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-127 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDSP\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHEXA Core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePreamp\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 Unison preamps with Neve, API, Avalon, Fender, and other emulations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMonitoring\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApollo Monitor Correction (Sonarworks®), bass management, 7.1 surround\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdditional features\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuto-gain, plug-in scenes, talkback, speaker switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMac and Windows, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, LUNA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIncluded plug-ins\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMore than 50 UAD Essentials+ plug-ins (preamps, compressors, equalizers, Auto-Tune, etc.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eExpansion options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDaisy-chain up to 4 Apollo Thunderbolt interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19\" rack format (height not specified)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"specs-title\"\u003eUses \u0026amp; benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul class=\"usage-advantages\" style=\"margin:8px 0 0 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional studio recording with authentic analog sound and high fidelity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixing and production with real-time DSP processing for unlimited creativity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImmersive, precise monitoring thanks to acoustic correction and advanced bass management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in an expandable home studio through daisy-chaining Apollo Thunderbolt interfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for sound engineers and producers seeking power and flexibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimized for Mac and Windows environments with extensive DAW compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to use with auto-gain and complete control through the UAD Console application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Universal Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64130199323001,"sku":"UAU-APX8G2-ESS","price":3099.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0912\/9856\/2425\/files\/UAU-APX8G2-ESS.jpg?v=1785516446","url":"https:\/\/musique-shop.nl\/en\/products\/universal-audio-audio-interfaces-apollo-x8-essentials-generation-2-format-rack","provider":"Musique Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}