{"product_id":"universal-audio-apollo-x8p-gen-2-analog-classics-pro","title":"Universal Audio Apollo x8p Gen 2 – Analog Classics Pro","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Audio Apollo x8p Gen 2 – Analog Classics Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rackmount 16-in \/ 22-out Thunderbolt 3 audio interface designed for bands, producers and recording engineers who need extensive microphone connectivity, real-time UAD processing and a comprehensive collection of studio software. Featuring eight Unison-enabled microphone preamps, two front-panel instrument inputs and onboard HEXA Core DSP, it supports multi-microphone sessions with compatible preamp, compressor and amplifier emulations available during recording. Gen 2 audio conversion, optical digital expansion and integrated stereo and surround monitor control provide a flexible foundation for tracking and mixing. The Analog Classics Pro bundle adds more than 80 plug-ins covering recording, mixing, mastering and sound design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e16-in \/ 22-out Thunderbolt 3 audio interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGen 2 audio conversion at up to 24-bit \/ 192 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8 Unison-enabled microphone preamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8 balanced line inputs via DB-25 connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 front-panel Hi-Z inputs for guitars or basses\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHEXA Core DSP for real-time UAD plug-in processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOptical digital I\/O supporting ADAT S\/MUX or S\/PDIF\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDedicated stereo monitor outputs and 8 line outputs via DB-25\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 stereo headphone outputs with independent level controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in talkback microphone and alternate speaker switching\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMonitor control supporting configurations up to 7.1 surround\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAuto-Gain, Plug-In Scenes and flexible routing through UAD Console\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApollo Monitor Correction support powered by Sonarworks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnalog Classics Pro bundle with more than 80 included plug-ins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRackmount Thunderbolt Audio Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGeneration\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGen 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSoftware Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eUAD Analog Classics Pro\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMaximum Audio Resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e24-bit \/ 192 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMaximum I\/O\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e16 Inputs \/ 22 Outputs; Available Digital Channels Depend on Sample Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMicrophone Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e8 × XLR Inputs with Unison Preamps\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLine Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e8 × Balanced Channels via DB-25, Sharing the Microphone Input Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eInstrument Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2 × Front-Panel ¼-inch Hi-Z Inputs, Sharing Analogue Input Channels 1 and 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePhantom Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e+48 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMonitor Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2 × Balanced ¼-inch TRS\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLine Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e8 × Balanced Channels via DB-25\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHeadphone Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2 × ¼-inch Stereo Jacks\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDigital Connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOptical TOSLINK I\/O, ADAT S\/MUX or S\/PDIF\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eClock Connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBNC Word Clock Input and Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOnboard Processing\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eUAD-2 HEXA Core DSP\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMonitor Functions\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStereo and Up to 7.1 Surround, Alternate Speakers and Integrated Talkback\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eComputer Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eThunderbolt 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eExternal Power Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSupported Mac and Windows Thunderbolt Systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Content\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUniversal Audio Apollo x8p Gen 2 audio interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExternal power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUAD Analog Classics Pro software bundle, available through registration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUAD Console and supporting software available to download\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePreamp and channel-strip highlights: Neve 1073, API Vision, Avalon VT-737sp, Manley VOXBOX, SSL E Series and UA 610-A\/B\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDynamics highlights: Empirical Labs EL8 Distressor, Fairchild compressors, Teletronix LA-2A models, 1176 limiters and SSL G Series Bus Compressor\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEffects highlights: Pultec EQs, Studer A800, Ampex ATR-102, Lexicon 224, Galaxy Tape Echo and Pure Plate Reverb\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdditional instruments, guitar amplifiers, vocal tools and LUNA extensions included within the Pro bundle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreative Tools\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecord up to eight microphones simultaneously through the Unison-enabled preamps, making the Apollo x8p suitable for drum kits, ensembles, group vocals and live band sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExplore the included Unison-compatible preamps and channel strips to shape input impedance, gain behaviour and tonal character during recording.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnect external microphone preamps, synthesizers and other line-level equipment through the DB-25 line input connection using a suitable breakout cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlug guitars or basses into the two front-panel Hi-Z inputs and create recording tones with the Pro bundle’s compatible amplifier and pedal emulations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuild real-time recording and monitoring chains using six onboard DSP cores. Available processing capacity depends on the selected UAD plug-ins, channel count and sample rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDevelop vocal and instrument chains with the included channel strips, compressors and equalisers, then add depth with room, plate and digital reverbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdd tape character with Studer A800 or Ampex ATR-102, control dynamics with the Distressor and classic levelling amplifiers, or shape a mix with bus compression and mastering processors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConfigure cue mixes in UAD Console and use the two headphone outputs to support performers during overdubs and collaborative recording.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExpand the recording setup with compatible optical ADAT equipment, and use word clock I\/O to synchronise connected digital devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnect the DB-25 line outputs to outboard processors, a patchbay or a multichannel monitoring system using appropriate cables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConfigure stereo or surround monitoring up to 7.1, compare alternate speakers and communicate with performers through the integrated talkback microphone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRefine monitor or headphone playback with Apollo Monitor Correction when paired with the required Sonarworks SoundID Reference software and compatible calibration equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBands and ensembles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDrum recording\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecording and mixing engineers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMusic producers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMulti-microphone recording sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProject and professional studios\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProducers working with LUNA\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStudios integrating patchbays and outboard equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStereo and surround production\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone seeking a rackmount Apollo interface with eight Unison preamps, HEXA Core DSP and an extensive collection of studio plug-ins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Universal Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55056683368794,"sku":null,"price":3360.4,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/3978\/4026\/files\/APOLLOX8PGEN2-1.png?v=1792666783","url":"https:\/\/www.defset.ee\/en\/products\/universal-audio-apollo-x8p-gen-2-analog-classics-pro","provider":"DEFSET","version":"1.0","type":"link"}